Woman convicted of biting sex attacker's tongue in 1964 gets retrial
A South Korean woman who bit off part of a man's tongue during a sexual assault 61 years ago is hoping to have her own conviction for assault overturned.
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Harvey Weinstein retrial ends in mistrial over rape charge
Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York took another dramatic turn when the judge declared a mistrial on the last undecided charge.
Judge declares mistrial in Weinstein retrial
The judge in Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes retrial declared a mistrial on the case's remaining rape charge after the jury foresperson said he was threatened by another juror and declined to continue deliberations. CBS News correspondent Nikki Battiste has the latest.
Kesha on being named to Time's 100 Most Influential People list
The singer Kesha, who has spoken out against sexual assault and supported victims since before the #MeToo movement took hold, has been named to Time Magazine's 2018 list of the 100 Most Influential People. She told CBS News' Anthony Mason what the recognition, and the essay penned by singer Cyndi Lauper (with whom she performed at this year’s Grammy Awards), means to her. Mason will profile Kesha on CBS' "Sunday Morning" May 6.
Jury deliberations in Weinstein case
Jurors are still deliberating in Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes retrial in New York. CBS News' Nikki Battiste has the latest updates.
Fuji TV bosses resign over sex scandal linked to former star
Masahiro Nakai, a former leader of Japan's once-hugely popular boy band SMAP, reached a costly settlement with a woman over an alleged sex assault.
Workplace sexual harassment still common
There doesn't appear to be much change on the matter of workplace sexual harassment for women compared to five years ago, according to a new study from consulting firm McKinsey and advocacy group Lean In. CBS MoneyWatch associate editor Aimee Picchi reports.
Harvey Weinstein indicted again, prosecutors say
A grand jury has indicted Harvey Weinstein, prosecutors said in court Thursday. The details of the indictment were not unsealed.
Big names in south India movie industry face sexual assault allegations
South India's Malayalam language movie industry has been rocked by allegations of rape and other sexual misconduct against big stars.
Supporters say Chinese #MeToo activist sentenced to jail for subversion
Chinese journalist Sophia Huang Xueqin, who spoke out about sexism in state-run newsrooms, reportedly sentenced to 5 years in prison.
Appeals court overturns Harvey Weinstein's verdict
The New York State Court of Appeals ruled Thursday that disgraced former media mogul Harvey Weinstein did not receive a fair trial in a 2020 case in which he was found guilty of sexually assaulting two women. In a 4-3 decision, the appeals court determined that the judge in the case "erroneously" admitted testimony from women whose claims were not part of the charges. Jericka Duncan has more on the decision and what could come next.
Vin Diesel accused of sexual battery by former assistant in civil lawsuit
"No one is too famous or powerful to evade justice," the plaintiff's attorney said about the civil lawsuit against actor Vin Diesel.
Man arrested after appearing to grope female reporter on live TV
Isa Balado, a reporter for Spanish broadcaster Cuatro, was reporting on an armed robbery when a man walked up behind her and appeared to touch her bottom.
Spain to hold crisis meeting after 40 women murdered by men this year
The country's equality ministry's crisis committee will analyze the latest cases of gender-based violence as tries to show that "sexism is over."
Jonathan Majors' assault trial set for August
Five weeks before actor Jonathan Majors is set to face trial in New York for misdemeanor assault charges, a new report in Rolling Stone magazine alleges Majors had a pattern of physical and emotional abuse over a roughly 10-year period. Majors has repeatedly denied abuse allegations. Christopher Brown, entertainment law professor at Boston College Law School, joined CBS News to discuss the case.
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 16 years for sexual assault in California
Weinstein is already serving a 23-year prison sentence in New York for criminal sexual assault and third-degree rape.
Alleged sexual assault victims of an 80s fashion mogul fight for change
16 women have come forward claiming rape or sexual assault at the hands of a French fashion icon, and they say little has changed to protect their successors.
Weinstein accuser Ambra Battilana Gutierrez talks about facing him in court
Ambra Battilana Gutierrez joined "CBS Mornings" in her first broadcast interview since his conviction.
Jury orders Paul Haggis to pay at least $7.5 million in rape lawsuit
The Hollywood director was accused of sexually assaulting a publicist in 2013.
Woman testifies alleged Weinstein rape filled her with guilt
The woman was the first of eight Weinstein accusers set to testify in his Los Angeles trial. He is already serving a 23-year sentence for a conviction in New York.
In Danny Masterson rape trial, woman testifies the actor choked her
Masterson is accused of sexually assaulting three women at his Los Angeles home between 2001 and 2003.
Woman's appeal rejected in landmark #MeToo case in China
Zhou Xiaoxuan had accused CCTV host Zhu Jun of groping and forcibly kissing her in 2014.
Book excerpt: "Hollywood Ending: Harvey Weinstein and the Culture of Silence"
Journalist Ken Auletta writes about the Hollywood power broker and his fall after allegations of sexual abuse exposed during the #MeToo movement led to his conviction and imprisonment.
Garrison Keillor talks about #MeToo and a return to Lake Wobegon
Best known for the wildly-popular "A Prairie Home Companion," the author was accused of sexual misconduct, causing Minnesota Public Radio to sever ties. But he has never stopped writing, and is back on the road entertaining his audience.
Chef Mario Batali acquitted of sexual misconduct
The case was centered on a woman who said Batali kissed and groped her while she attempted to take a selfie at a Boston bar in 2017.
King Charles toasts U.S.-U.K. alliance in state dinner, after rare address to Congress
King Charles attended a state dinner at the White House, after speaking about what he called the "truly unique" relationship between the U.K. and the U.S.
Gunshot at dinner may have struck officer's phone in pocket of bulletproof vest
Officials investigating the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner said they estimated the suspect was running at about 9 miles per hour when he sprinted through a checkpoint and discharged his shotgun.
Strait of Hormuz stuck in limbo as Trump mulls Iran's latest offer
Oil prices continue rising as the Trump administration unenthusiastically mulls an Iranian offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz but delay nuclear talks.
Renewal of controversial FISA program in limbo ahead of Thursday deadline
Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is set to expire in two days.
Comey indicted again on charges stemming from Instagram post
Former FBI Director James Comey is again facing federal charges after the government's previous case against him was dismissed.
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Trump administration mandates enhanced security checks for immigration applicants
The Trump administration is subjecting broad categories of immigrants applying for green cards and citizenship to enhanced FBI checks, and is pausing some cases while those changes are implemented, according to documents obtained by CBS News.
FCC orders Disney to file for early license renewal after Kimmel clash
The regulatory agency issued the order after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump urged ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel.
Only "special relationship" U.S. has is "probably Israel," U.K. ambassador said
Britain's ambassador, in February remarks reported by the Financial Times, also called the lack of fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein scandal in the U.S. "extraordinary."
Maker of OxyContin set to dissolve after judge approves criminal sentence
Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin, is set to be dissolved as a massive legal settlement resolving thousands of lawsuits takes effect.
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How a company likened to a sex cult is lobbying Trump for pardons
OneTaste, a company in San Francisco that prosecutors likened to a sex cult, has embarked on a campaign to court allies of President Trump as it seeks pardons for its two convicted leaders, CBS News has learned.
Judge tosses Trump admin. lawsuit seeking access to Arizona voter data
A federal judge on Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit from the Justice Department seeking information on Arizona voters, another defeat in the Trump administration's nationwide push for voter data.
NCAA March Madness tournaments could expand to 76 teams in 2027
The new format would add eight more at-large teams, and take eight more teams out of the main bracket for play-in games.
Gunshot at dinner may have struck officer's phone in pocket of bulletproof vest
Officials investigating the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner said they estimated the suspect was running at about 9 miles per hour when he sprinted through a checkpoint and discharged his shotgun.
Analysis: Dinner shooting brings reminders of past era of political violence
For historians, the 1960s and 1970s provide particularly eerie parallels to the present. Both eras were marked by bitter political divides and the unsettling feeling that America's social fabric was being ripped apart.
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Man takes sister's exhumed body to bank in bid to get to her money
An Indian man dug up his sister's body and carried it to a bank branch to prove she was dead after being refused access to her account without a death certificate, the lender says.
Feds have rejected 15% of businesses' tariff refund claims
But after some early hiccups, the U.S. government's hub for businesses seeking tariff refunds is running smoothly, an expert says.
FCC orders Disney to file for early license renewal after Kimmel clash
The regulatory agency issued the order after President Trump and first lady Melania Trump urged ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel.
American Airlines tightens rules for portable chargers amid fire concerns
American Airlines is imposing new rules on portable chargers that passengers can bring on flights. Here's what to know.
Over half of Americans say their finances are worsening, Gallup finds
The impact of higher energy prices and fears about covering monthly bill is taking a toll on public sentiment, a new Gallup poll finds.
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Renewal of controversial FISA program in limbo ahead of Thursday deadline
Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is set to expire in two days.
How a company likened to a sex cult is lobbying Trump for pardons
OneTaste, a company in San Francisco that prosecutors likened to a sex cult, has embarked on a campaign to court allies of President Trump as it seeks pardons for its two convicted leaders, CBS News has learned.
Judge tosses Trump admin. lawsuit seeking access to Arizona voter data
A federal judge on Tuesday dismissed a lawsuit from the Justice Department seeking information on Arizona voters, another defeat in the Trump administration's nationwide push for voter data.
Highlights from the CBS California Governor's Debate
Top gubernatorial candidates met onstage at the CBS California Governor's Debate on April 28. Here are the highlights.
Gunshot at dinner may have struck officer's phone in pocket of bulletproof vest
Officials investigating the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner said they estimated the suspect was running at about 9 miles per hour when he sprinted through a checkpoint and discharged his shotgun.
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Beyond crisis lines: How broader suicide prevention helps people in need
A new approach to suicide prevention shifts the focus from stopping harm in moments of crisis to upstream policies that give people reasons to live.
Big companies position themselves for payday from $50B federal rural health fund
A $50 billion federal fund is supposed to modernize rural healthcare. But community clinics and advocates fear that the contractors administering the money for states will bite off a big chunk before it reaches patients.
A 13-year-old's kidney was failing. Then a stranger stepped in.
Tim Fitzpatrick, a father of a chronically ill child, saw the story of a boy in need of a new kidney and felt compelled to help.
Ben Sasse is on extended time. He credits "providence, prayer and a miracle drug."
The former U.S. senator from Nebraska opened up about his terminal diagnosis, his family and the state of American politics in a "Things That Matter" town hall.
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Johnson & Johnson to launch on TrumpRx with 4 of its prescription drugs
Drug-making giant Johnson & Johnson will officially start marketing four of its medications on the Trump administration's TrumpRx website on Friday, CBS News exclusively learned.
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Trump and Iran issue fresh warnings as standoff continues
As Trump warns Iran to "get smart soon" and make a deal to end the war, an Iranian lawmaker vows Tehran will "never relinquish its control over the Strait of Hormuz."
Man takes sister's exhumed body to bank in bid to get to her money
An Indian man dug up his sister's body and carried it to a bank branch to prove she was dead after being refused access to her account without a death certificate, the lender says.
Senate Republicans block Democrats' attempt to force Cuba war powers vote
President Trump has warned that Cuba is "next" after he's launched military operations against Venezuela and Iran.
King Charles tells Congress that alliance is "more important today" than ever
Saying he felt the "weight of history" on his shoulders, King Charles became the first British monarch in 35 years to address Congress on Tuesday.
Only "special relationship" U.S. has is "probably Israel," U.K. ambassador said
Britain's ambassador, in February remarks reported by the Financial Times, also called the lack of fallout from the Jeffrey Epstein scandal in the U.S. "extraordinary."
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FCC reviewing ABC licenses amid Kimmel feud
The Federal Communications Commission says it wants the Walt Disney Company to file for early license renewal for its television stations. The announcement comes one day after President Trump and the first lady called on ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. CBS News legal contributor Rebecca Roiphe joins with analysis.
FCC reviewing Disney licenses over DEI practices
One day after President Trump called on ABC to fire late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, the FCC said it will begin reviewing eight broadcasting licenses owned or managed by Disney due to the company's diversity policies. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe has the latest.
Justin Hartley gives "Tracker" preview
"Tracker" star Justin Hartley reveals how he feels about the upcoming finale of the third season of the show. He also discusses his wife making appearances in the series and the best advice he's received in the industry.
Trumps call for Jimmy Kimmel to be fired
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump are demanding that late-night host Jimmy Kimmel be fired over remarks he made before the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Nancy Cordes reports.
Trump calls for Kimmel to be fired over jokes made before correspondents' dinner
First lady Melania Trump said that jokes Jimmy Kimmel made on his show days before the White House Correspondents' Dinner were "hateful and violent rhetoric."
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Elon Musk testifies in OpenAI trial
Opening statements began on Tuesday in Tesla CEO Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman. Maxwell Zeff, senior writer at Wired, joins with more.
Jury selection begins in Musk-Altman legal battle
Jury selection began Monday in the legal battle between tech leaders Elon Musk and Sam Altman. CBS News senior business and technology correspondent Jo Ling Kent has the latest.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
How the AI-driven data center boom is leading to skyrocketing energy bills
A CBS News analysis found that Georgia Power, the largest energy provider in the state, imposed six rate hikes in the last three years.
How data centers are impacting Americans
This week, Maine's governor vetoed a bill that would have made the state the first to ban the construction of new data centers. Shanelle Kaul reports.
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Trump administration fires board overseeing National Science Foundation
The Trump administration has fired all 22 current members of an independent board that oversees the National Science Foundation, one dismissed member says.
AI used to reveal face of victim fleeing Mount Vesuvius eruption
Archaeologists found the victim holding a terracotta mortar, which they interpret as an improvised attempt to shield his head.
In a first, endangered orangutan seen using canopy bridge to cross road
Rapid development has been shrinking the jungle habitat of the critically endangered species, and fatal conflicts with people have been increasing.
Saving the Venus fly trap
The carnivorous Venus fly trap is native to the Carolinas, but its population is dwindling due to loss of habitat. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with botanist Julie Moore, who has spent much of her life helping to save these remarkable plants; and with Damon Waitt, director of the North Carolina Botanical Garden, who discusses the unusual traits of a species that Charles Darwin called the most interesting plant in the world.
From 1990: NASA launches Hubble Telescope
On April 24, 1990, NASA launched the Hubble Space Telescope from the Space Shuttle Discovery after seven years of delays. Watch CBS News' coverage from that day.
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Correspondents' dinner suspect's devices probed
The man accused of trying to assassinate President Trump at the White House Correspondents' Dinner over the weekend is set to be back in court on Thursday. Nicole Sganga reports.
Forensic reviews underway in dinner shooting
The FBI is conducting forensic reviews of evidence recovered from the Hilton Hotel in Washington, D.C., following the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting. CBS News' Anna Schecter has the latest.
U.S. soldier pleads not guilty to charges of gambling on Maduro raid
A U.S. soldier pleaded not guilty to charges that he used classified information about the mission to capture former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro to win more than $400,000.
Details on FBI raid of Minnesota daycares
Federal agents exercised search warrants at about 20 daycare centers for suspected fraud Tuesday morning, multiple officials confirmed to CBS News.
Ex-NBA player Damon Jones first to plead guilty in pair of gambling cases
Federal prosecutors charged 34 defendants across two indictments, alleging sports betting and mafia-linked rigged poker games.
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Mars rover carries out chemistry experiment never done beyond Earth
"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Blue Origin New Glenn rocket puts satellite payload into wrong orbit
The launching appeared to go off without a hitch, but a problem prevented the rocket's upper stage from putting its payload into the correct orbit.
Artemis II crew on historic moon mission and what it means for Earth
"We are carrying back everything we learned, not only about where we went but ourselves," mission specialist Christina Koch told "CBS Evening News" anchor Tony Dokoupil.
Artemis II astronauts still awed by moonshot experience: "It was otherworldly"
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
"God of chaos" asteroid will pass close to Earth in 3 years, NASA says
People on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere will be able to observe the asteroid with their own eyes, weather permitting, according to NASA.
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
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Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Gen Z teens learning how to use ham radio
Kids today have countless ways to connect, but at one school in New York, they're going old school. Michael George introduces us to a group of teens learning about ham radio.
Charles gives Trump bell from the HMS Trump
King Charles on Tuesday night presented President Trump with what he said was the original bell from the HMS Trump before giving cheers to the ongoing relationship between the U.S. and England.
4/28: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Former FBI Director James Comey says he's innocent after second indictment; King Charles visits the White House and addresses Congress.
Woman dies on Carnival cruise ship
Federal officials are investigating the death of a woman who fell from the balcony of her state room on a Carnival Cruise Line ship. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Camp Mystic director tells parents he failed
In front of a state committee investigating last year's deadly Texas flash floods, Camp Mystic director Edward Eastland on Tuesday told parents of the victims he had failed them. Jason Allen reports.