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Fact-checking the Democratic debate in South Carolina
Here's how the facts match up to what the candidates are saying on stage.
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Bloomberg's partner on NDAs: "It was a bro culture"
"In none of them was he accused of doing anything, saying something nasty to a woman," Taylor said. "That is not who he is. Life has changed. I grew up in that world. It was a 'bro' culture."
Who has qualified for the South Carolina Democratic debate?
To appear onstage in Charleston on February 25, Democratic candidates have to meet a delegate or polling threshold.
CBS News poll: Biden's lead narrows in South Carolina, with Sanders, Steyer on his heels
Biden is ahead with black voters, but his support has receded since the fall, according to a new CBS News poll.
Bernie Sanders wins Nevada caucuses, CBS News projects
Sanders had a big lead among voters under 45 and Latino voters, winning more than 50% of both demographics.
Stakes high for Democrats in Saturday's Nevada caucuses
Bernie Sanders looks for a boost here, while other Democrats try to stop him.
Pete Buttigieg: "I'm offering a better way" in the race to beat Trump
The former South Bend mayor spoke to CBS News on the eve of the Nevada caucuses.
Bloomberg says his company will release 3 women from NDAs if they ask
The former New York City mayor said his company has identified three NDAs involving complaints by women about comments they claimed Mike Bloomberg had made.
Bloomberg trolls Trump with billboards as Trump campaigns in West
Billboards blaring, "Donald Trump cheats at golf" and "Donald Trump eats burnt steak" are going up in Las Vegas and Phoenix during Trump's Western campaign swing.
Warren drafts document to release people from NDAs with Bloomberg
During the presidential debate Wednesday, Warren called on Bloomberg to release people from NDAs in a contentious exchange.
Sanders says he thinks Trump would "chew [Bloomberg] up and spit him out" in a debate
Bernie Sanders tells 60 Minutes he was surprised by how unprepared Michael Bloomberg seemed at Wednesday's debate and sounded off on a hypothetical debate matchup between Bloomberg and President Trump. See the full interview with Sanders, Sunday.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Fundraising hauls and Democrats' debate hangover in Nevada
Trump campaign says the Republican National Committee and their joint committees raised $60.5 million last month and together, they ended January with more than $200 million cash on hand.
Bloomberg and NDAs: How these agreements work
Critics say the legal restrictions muzzle employees — and there is recent precedent for freeing them to speak.
1 Mike Bloomberg = 660,000 American households, wealthwise
The billionaire media mogul's vast wealth has fueled his run for president, but it could also become a liability.
Eight standout moments from the Nevada Democratic debate
Wednesday's debate in Nevada is the last before Saturday's caucuses, the third Democratic presidential nominating contest of 2020.
Knives out for Bloomberg from the start of Nevada debate
Democratic presidential candidates took aim at Bloomberg's billionaire status and derogatory remarks about women.
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Democrats clash in fiery Las Vegas debate
Michael Bloomberg was welcomed to his very first presidential debate with a fusillade of attacks generally reserved for front-runners.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: The Nevada debate edition
In this special edition of Trail Markers, the CBS News Political Unit gives a rundown of what to expect from each of the candidates and other political news of the day.
Sanders and Bloomberg spar over health issues and medical records
The two candidates, both 78, have fended off questions about their physical fitness for presidential office.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Bloomberg qualifies for next two debates
After exceeding the 10% threshold in two national polls Tuesday, Mike Bloomberg qualified for the Nevada debate Wednesday, as well as the South Carolina debate next week, which will be hosted by CBS News.
Bloomberg prepares for debate in Nevada, anticipating a fight
Mike Bloomberg qualified for the debate in Nevada on Wednesday, ahead of the state's caucuses Saturday. He is not on the ballot in Nevada.
Bloomberg's Wall St. plan to tax stock trades
The one-time Wall Street executive says President Trump has "gutted" safeguards that protect investors.
Sanders doesn't think Bloomberg should be in next debates
Sanders has been critical of Bloomberg using his wealth to run for president since he entered the race.
Bloomberg qualifies for his first presidential debate
The multi-billionaire former New York City mayor made it with his ranking in a new poll. His Democratic rivals say they're eager to take him on face-to-face.
Senate holds "vote-a-rama" on ICE funding, rejects move to ban DOJ fund
The Senate will soon hold what's expected to be a marathon vote series as Republicans seek to fund immigration agencies under the Department of Homeland Security without help from Democrats.
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Iran says "no tangible progress" in talks; Hezbollah rejects Israel-Lebanon truce
Iran says there's been no progress in talks with the U.S. after tit-for-tat strikes, as Hezbollah rejects new Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.
Correction officer testifies she was not the orange shape seen near Epstein's cell
A former officer at the correctional facility where Jeffrey Epstein died testified before the House Oversight Committee that she was not the orange shape seen moving up the stairs of Epstein's cell tier the night he died.
House approves new Ukraine aid as Republicans defect
Several Republicans signed onto a Democratic-led discharge petition, circumventing GOP leaders on the issue.
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Coast Guard seizes dinghy Lynette Hooker allegedly "bounced off" in Bahamas
The eight-foot dinghy that Brian Hooker says he and his wife, Lynette Hooker, were aboard when she disappeared in early April was seized by U.S. Coast Guard investigators.
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Trump's name must come off the Kennedy Center by June 12
There's been no word yet on if the Kennedy Center plans to remain open after July 5. It was to be closed for two years for extensive repairs beginning this summer.
Pentagon hires man who pleaded guilty in Jan. 6 riot for sensitive civilian job
A man who pleaded guilty to participating in the Jan. 6 riot as a 19-year-old — and later described the events of that day as a "disgrace" — now works for the Defense Department.
Sen. Wyden wants to know why Leon Black paid Epstein $170M for tax planning
Jeffrey Epstein was paid extraordinary sums by billionaire Leon Black, and Sen. Ron Wyden wants to know why.
What to know as California continues to count primary votes
Mail-in ballots and security measures contribute to counting delays in California's close contests, an election expert says, and last-minute voters in the governor's race may slow things down further.
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Search continues for Auburn University student missing in Japan
James "Weston" Higginbotham, an Auburn University student, went missing last week in Japan after his family says he went to an area near Kyoto known for its hiking trails.
Correction officer testifies she was not the orange shape seen near Epstein's cell
A former officer at the correctional facility where Jeffrey Epstein died testified before the House Oversight Committee that she was not the orange shape seen moving up the stairs of Epstein's cell tier the night he died.
Pentagon hires man who pleaded guilty in Jan. 6 riot for sensitive civilian job
A man who pleaded guilty to participating in the Jan. 6 riot as a 19-year-old — and later described the events of that day as a "disgrace" — now works for the Defense Department.
Sen. Wyden wants to know why Leon Black paid Epstein $170 million for tax planning
Jeffrey Epstein was paid extraordinary sums by billionaire Leon Black, and Sen. Ron Wyden wants to know why.
Trump says Bill Pulte won't be director of national intelligence permanently
Asked if Bill Pulte has the national security experience for the job, President Trump said he does because he's "smart."
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Meta is selling $3.99 monthly subscriptions for Instagram Plus
The new paid tier adds features like longer stories and deeper metrics as Meta looks to diversify revenue beyond advertising.
The U.S. is minting more millionaires than ever. Here's why.
A stock market boom is elevating more Americans into the ranks of the nation's millionaires, a new study finds.
Dow soars nearly 900 points as Wall Street bets on Iran peace deal
Despite flare-ups in Middle East violence, investors remain optimistic that the U.S. and Iran will soon end the war.
Trump announces $700 million investment in coal industry
The money will fund new and existing coal plants, as well as an export terminal in Oakland, California.
SpaceX plans record stock market debut that could make Elon Musk a trillionaire
SpaceX says it plans to raise up to $75 billion when it goes public this month in what could be the largest stock market debut ever, and it would put Elon Musk on course to becoming the first trillionaire.
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House approves new Ukraine aid as Republicans defect
Several Republicans signed onto a Democratic-led discharge petition, circumventing GOP leaders on the issue.
U.S. sanctions Cuban president as Trump administration puts pressure on its leaders
The U.S. has imposed sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, according to a filing on the Treasury Department website.
Correction officer testifies she was not the orange shape seen near Epstein's cell
A former officer at the correctional facility where Jeffrey Epstein died testified before the House Oversight Committee that she was not the orange shape seen moving up the stairs of Epstein's cell tier the night he died.
Pentagon hires man who pleaded guilty in Jan. 6 riot for sensitive civilian job
A man who pleaded guilty to participating in the Jan. 6 riot as a 19-year-old — and later described the events of that day as a "disgrace" — now works for the Defense Department.
Sen. Wyden wants to know why Leon Black paid Epstein $170 million for tax planning
Jeffrey Epstein was paid extraordinary sums by billionaire Leon Black, and Sen. Ron Wyden wants to know why.
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Upcoming billing change could make pregnancy pricier
Come January, pregnancy care physician billing codes will change from a bundled system to an à la carte one.
Possible flesh-eating screwworm case in Texas, USDA says
A possible case of the flesh-eating New World screwworm is being investigated in Texas, the USDA reported Wednesday.
WHO massively scales back number of suspected Ebola cases in Congo
While 330 Ebola infections are confirmed in central Africa and huge challenges remain, hundreds more suspected cases "have been cleared out," the WHO says.
Details on promising pancreatic cancer drug
A new drug was shown in trials to keep pancreatic cancer patients alive for twice as long as chemotherapy alone. Dr. Jon LaPook has more.
A nurse stole fentanyl and AI missed it, state records say
Sentri7, drug diversion software powered by artificial intelligence and used at hundreds of U.S. hospitals, did not catch a monthslong string of fentanyl thefts in Tennessee in 2025, according to a state document.
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House approves new Ukraine aid as Republicans defect
Several Republicans signed onto a Democratic-led discharge petition, circumventing GOP leaders on the issue.
Search continues for Auburn University student missing in Japan
James "Weston" Higginbotham, an Auburn University student, went missing last week in Japan after his family says he went to an area near Kyoto known for its hiking trails.
House blocks Rep. Rashida Tlaib's war powers resolution on Lebanon
Democratic leaders came out against the resolution before the vote, saying they favor another one introduced by Tlaib on Wednesday.
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Coast Guard seizes dinghy Lynette Hooker allegedly "bounced off" in Bahamas
The eight-foot dinghy that Brian Hooker says he and his wife, Lynette Hooker, were aboard when she disappeared in early April was seized by U.S. Coast Guard investigators.
Guide missing for a week on Mount Everest found alive: "Miracle"
A Sherpa guide was found crawling to base camp on Mount Everest a week after he went missing.
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From the archives: "Persepolis" author-filmmaker Marjane Satrapi
Iranian-French cartoonist Marjane Satrapi, who won acclaim for her graphic novel "Persepolis" about growing up in Tehran during the Islamic Revolution, died on June 4, 2026 at age 56. In this April 20, 2008 "Sunday Morning" interview, Satrapi talked with correspondent Serena Altschul about telling her family's story, and about adapting her black-and-white book into an Oscar-nominated animated film voiced by Catherine Deneuve and Chiara Mastroianni.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Stars talk chemistry in "Office Romance"
Jennifer Lopez and Brett Goldstein, stars of "Office Romance," speak to "CBS Mornings" about the new romantic comedy, why Lopez calls herself a "hopeful romantic" and how Goldstein says he wrote the movie with his co-star in mind.
Kane Parsons talks "Backrooms" success
At just 20 years old, director Kane Parsons is making movie history. His film "Backrooms" landed the biggest opening ever for an original horror film and made Parsons the youngest director ever to top the box office. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the film's success, where he drew inspiration from and why he doesn't want to embrace AI.
Jon Hamm talks "Your Friends & Neighbors"
Jon Hamm previews "Your Friends & Neighbors" season 2 finale, saying "it is satisfying" and provides some answers for fans. He also talks about the relatability of the show's characters and reflects on "Mad Men."
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Meta is selling $3.99 monthly subscriptions for Instagram Plus
The new paid tier adds features like longer stories and deeper metrics as Meta looks to diversify revenue beyond advertising.
ChatGPT user describes AI-fueled delusions
CBS News spoke with five people who say they were led to believe they had developed an emotional connection to an AI chatbot. They are now involved in a digital support group for people who say they experienced AI-fueled delusions or spirals. ChatGPT user Micky Small joins "The Daily Report" to share her experience.
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.
OpenAI CEO meets with lawmakers on Capitol Hill
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman met with Republican and Democratic lawmakers on Wednesday to oppose proposals that would require developers to obtain government approval before releasing new artificial intelligence models. Jordan Rae Kelly, former director for cyber incident response on the National Security Council, joins with analysis.
Microsoft VP explains its AI assistant Scout
Microsoft announced a slew of new AI products during its annual Microsoft Build developers conference in San Francisco. Scott Hanselman, a Microsoft vice president, speaks with CBS News about the product.
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El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Meteor lights up southern Michigan
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
Ancient coin, mysterious markings found under Notre Dame cathedral
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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Details on alleged $30 million fraud ring
Federal law enforcement officials on Thursday announced that two Ohio state employees and two co-conspirators were indicted in connection with an alleged $30 million Medicaid billing fraud scheme involving children's behavioral health services that were never rendered. As part of the investigation, 14 vehicles were seized, including a Maserati, a Mercedes, a Bentley and a McLaren, according to a source. CBS News senior Justice Department Sarah Lynch has more.
Deadly shooting at high school graduation
One person was killed, and three others were injured during a high school graduation in Northern California, officials say. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
SCOTUS rules on "skinny label"drugmaker case
The Supreme Court issued a ruling backing a generic drugmaker accused of infringing Amarin Pharma patents for so-called "skinny labels." CBS News' Jan Crawford reports.
More on Todd Blanche's law career
Todd Blanche, President Trump's former personal attorney and the current acting attorney general, is expected to be nominated to lead the Justice Department permanently, sources say. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
Bolton expected to plead guilty, sources say
President Trump's former national security adviser during his first term, John Bolton, is expected to plead guilty to one count of retaining classified national security information, sources tell CBS News. Contributor Jessica Levinson joins with more insight.
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Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
Blue Origin vows to resume New Glenn launches despite explosion
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
Blue Origin assesses impact of New Glenn explosion
Blue Origin assess the impact of Thursday's New Glenn explosion, prompting concern about NASA moon program delays.
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Cal professors call for return of SAT, ACT exams
More than 1,300 faculty members from the University of California are calling for the return of entrance exams like the SAT and ACT for STEM applicants. Douglas Belkin, a reporter for the Wall Street Journal who's covered the topic, joined "The Takeout" to discuss.
D-Day veteran 82 years later
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WHO chief: Americans should not worry about Ebola
Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus, director-general of the World Health Organization, said when asked about the risk of Ebola, "I don't think Americans should really worry about this." CBS News medical correspondent Dr. Céline Gounder has more.
Flesh-eating screwworm infects Texas calf
A flesh-eating parasite has returned to the U.S. for the first time in over 50 years, popping up in southwest Texas. The screwworm burrows in the flesh of cattle, in this case, a calf, and the Department of Agriculture said it is "taking immediate action" to contain it. Jason Allen has more.
Update in Lynette Hooker search
On Thursday, the Coast Guard took custody of the dinghy Brian and Lynette Hooker were on the night of her disappearance. Cristian Benavides got an exclusive look at the ongoing investigation into the Michigan woman's Bahamas disappearance.