Man seen climbing up Eiffel Tower hours before Olympics closing ceremony
It was not immediately clear where he began his ascent but he was spotted just above the Olympic rings adorning the second section of the monument.
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U.S. men's water polo team wins first Olympic medal since 2008
It's the first medal for the U.S. men since the team lost to Hungary in the final of the 2008 Olympics.
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How to watch the 2024 Paris Olympics closing ceremony today
Say au revoir to the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris with one last epic celebration. Here's how to watch.
U.S. women's soccer team beats Brazil 1-0 to win Olympic gold
A goal from forward Mallory Swanson in the 57th minute clinched the gold medal for Team USA.
Team USA holds off France to win gold in Olympic men's basketball
Steph Curry made four 3-pointers in the final 2:43 to give Team USA its fifth straight Olympic gold medal Saturday.
Team USA wins gold in basketball, soccer
Facing host country France on Saturday, NBA superstar Steph Curry helped lead Team USA to its fifth straight Olympic gold in men's basketball, while earlier in the day, the U.S. women's national soccer team defeated a talented Brazil squad to secure the team's first gold medal since 2012. Jamie Yuccas reports on all the action from Paris.
Team USA wins Olympic gold in men's and women's 4x400 relay
Men hit an Olympic-record time in their gold medal race and women came in only .1 short of the world record to nab their gold medal.
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How to watch the France vs. U.S. gold medal basketball game
Don't miss the France vs. U.S. men's Olympic basketball gold medal game today, even if you don't have cable.
The Uplift: Olympic role models
Jamie Yuccas interviews two Olympians making a name for themselves in Paris: Team USA gymnast Frederick Richard, who was doing handstands as a baby, and Team USA rugby player Ilona Maher, who uses her platform to body positivity. Plus, David Begnaud honors his former teacher and mentor.
Travis Scott released from French police custody after altercation at hotel
In a statement, the Paris prosecutor's office said, "the police custody order for Travis Scott has been lifted and all proceedings (against him) were terminated."
U.S. women's water polo team go home empty-handed from Paris Olympics
The U.S. had been the only program to medal in each women's water polo tournament at the Olympics since it started in 2000.
Refugee breakdancer disqualified from Paris Olympics for cape
Team Refugee breaker Manizha Talash, or "b-girl Talash," was disqualified from the first-ever Olympic breaking competition on Friday.
Unique camp trains young Olympic athletes
Some of the newest Olympic sports are action events like BMX and skateboarding. Some of the champions in these events are just teenagers, like 14-year-old women's skate park gold medalist Arisa Trew. Dana Jacobson visited a unique camp with a storied legacy to learn about the next crop of potential action sports stars.
Summer Olympics enter final stretch
It's the final days of the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Just two days of competition remain ahead of Sunday's closing ceremony. Here's what to know about what's left for the 2024 Olympic Games.
See the Olympics schedule for the 2024 Paris Games
This is what you need to know about when the 2024 Paris Olympics start and end, along with key games and events on the schedule.
American Rai Benjamin cruises to gold in 400-meter hurdles
Rai Benjamin clocked in at 46.46 seconds to win gold, finishing several strides ahead of world-record-holder Karsten Warholm of Norway.
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif wins gold in Paris Olympics
Imane Khelif defeated Yang Liu of China 5:0 in the final of the women's welterweight division following several days of intense scrutiny and online abuse.
Olivia Reeves wins first U.S. gold in weightlifting since 2000
Olivia Reeves won the United States' first Olympic gold medal in weightlifting in 24 years at the Paris Olympics on Friday.
U.S. women win gold in 4x100 relay at Paris Olympics
The American women braved a wet track in rainy conditions to win the team's 12th Olympic medal in the event. The American men were disqualified in their face of the same event.
Success for Team USA in basketball, track
Both Team USA's women's and men's basketball teams will play for gold this weekend after advancing out of the semifinal round. While on the track, an incredible performance by Sha'Carri Richardson helped the U.S. secure gold in the women's 4x100 relay. Jamie Yuccas has the latest from the Paris Olympics.
Spain wins gold in men's soccer final
The men's Olympic soccer final came to an exciting close in Paris on Friday, with Spain taking down France 5-3 to claim the gold. It's the first time in 32 years a European team won the gold medal in men's soccer at the Summer Olympics. CBS News producer Elizabeth Campbell joins with a recap from Paris.
American surfer Caroline Marks on winning Olympic gold: "It feels surreal"
Marks joined CBS News to share more on her 2024 Olympic win, the "biggest moment of my career."
Here's what some Olympic athletes get instead of cash prizes
Cash, cars and even cows are just a few ways some nations reward their medal-winning Olympic athletes.
Olympics gold medalist Caroline Marks
Women's surfing gold medal winner Caroline Marks, who competed in the 2024 games in Tahiti, joins CBS News before heading to Paris for the Olympics closing ceremony.
Teen star Quincy Wilson, Team USA advance to 400-meter relay final
Quincy Wilson, 16, made history on Friday when he ran for Team USA: he's officially the youngest American male track Olympian.
Supreme Court to decide constitutionality of Trump's birthright citizenship order
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
2026 FIFA Men's World Cup groups revealed; Team USA learns its opponents
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
Judge orders unsealing of grand jury transcripts from Epstein case in Florida
A federal judge granted a Justice Department request to unseal grand jury transcripts from a federal investigation in Florida into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
CDC panel votes to stop recommending birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
Suspect in D.C. pipe bomb case ordered detained in first court appearance
The man suspected of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC headquarters in 2021 was ordered detained in his first appearance in federal court.
Indiana House GOP advances 9-0 congressional map, sending plan to state Senate
President Trump has led the charge to create more GOP-friendly congressional districts in the 2026 midterm elections.
White House claims Europe facing "civilizational erasure" in 2 decades
The Trump administration says societal threats mean some European nations may not be "strong enough to remain reliable allies."
Minnesota officials saw signs of massive fraud even before COVID hit
In July 2019, Minnesota state officials spotted early signs of fraud that would eventually siphon away more than $1 billion in taxpayer money, sources told CBS News.
Texas flood disaster 911 calls released: "Some callers did not survive"
Kerrville Police Chief Chris McCall warned that the calls received by dispatchers are distressing.
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Frank Gehry, renowned architect, dies at age 96
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
Officials expand probe into Waymo over robotaxis driving around buses
Federal regulators are investigating multiple Texas incidents in which the robotaxis drove around stopped school buses.
Supreme Court to decide constitutionality of Trump's birthright citizenship order
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
Indiana House GOP advances 9-0 congressional map, sending plan to state Senate
President Trump has led the charge to create more GOP-friendly congressional districts in the 2026 midterm elections.
Suspect in D.C. pipe bomb case ordered detained in first court appearance
The man suspected of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC headquarters in 2021 was ordered detained in his first appearance in federal court.
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Officials expand probe into Waymo over robotaxis driving around buses
Federal regulators are investigating multiple Texas incidents in which the robotaxis drove around stopped school buses.
Trump touts $20 trillion in new U.S. investments, but numbers don't add up
President Trump's claims of a historic multitrillion-dollar investment surge don't match federal data or the administration's own numbers.
Elon Musk's X fined $140 million for violating EU transparency rules
European regulators said X breached transparency rules under the Digital Services Act, a sweeping EU law intended to protect internet users.
Over $1.7 million raised for 88-year-old Army vet working at grocery store
A former autoworker was given back his retirement through the kindness of strangers.
Netflix to buy Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $82.7 billion
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
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Supreme Court to decide constitutionality of Trump's birthright citizenship order
The Supreme Court said Friday it will decide the legality of President Trump's executive order that seeks to end birthright citizenship.
Indiana House GOP advances 9-0 congressional map, sending plan to state Senate
President Trump has led the charge to create more GOP-friendly congressional districts in the 2026 midterm elections.
Suspect in D.C. pipe bomb case ordered detained in first court appearance
The man suspected of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC headquarters in 2021 was ordered detained in his first appearance in federal court.
Judge orders unsealing of grand jury transcripts from Epstein case in Florida
A federal judge granted a Justice Department request to unseal grand jury transcripts from a federal investigation in Florida into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Trump touts $20 trillion in new U.S. investments, but numbers don't add up
President Trump's claims of a historic multitrillion-dollar investment surge don't match federal data or the administration's own numbers.
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CDC panel votes to stop recommending birth dose of hepatitis B vaccine
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., voted to change longstanding recommendations on the hepatitis B vaccine.
Could pets be next for weight loss drugs? Here's what to know about a study.
A clinical study into weight loss drugs for pets just launched, with results from the trial expected by next summer.
CDC panel to vote Friday on hepatitis B vaccine for newborns
The CDC's vaccine advisory panel meets Thursday and Friday to discuss recommendations for the hepatitis B vaccine and the schedule of childhood shots.
12 ex-FDA leaders criticize claims made by agency's current vaccine chief
The former officials said the FDA's plans to revamp how certain life-saving vaccines are handled would "disadvantage the people the FDA exists to protect, including millions of Americans at high risk from serious infections."
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
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Treasure trove found in Egyptian tomb solves ancient mystery
The royal symbol on the newly discovered figurines solves a long-standing mystery by identifying who was buried in the sarcophagus.
Elon Musk's X fined $140 million for violating EU transparency rules
European regulators said X breached transparency rules under the Digital Services Act, a sweeping EU law intended to protect internet users.
Mystery drones seen over Ireland during Zelenskyy's visit
After a number of drone sightings near European airports and military bases, mysterious aircraft were seen over Ireland as Ukraine's Zelenskyy visited.
White House claims Europe facing "civilizational erasure" in 2 decades
The Trump administration says societal threats mean some European nations may not be "strong enough to remain reliable allies."
7 tons of cocaine seized off Colombia, 11 arrested unharmed, navy says
The seizures come as Colombian President Gustavo Petro is calling on the U.S. to end strikes in the region against apparent drug-carrying vessels.
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Frank Gehry, renowned architect, dies at age 96
Frank Gehry was known for designing the Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain and the Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles.
2026 Golden Globes nominees to be revealed on "CBS Mornings"
Eleven exclusive 2026 Golden Globes categories will be revealed Monday at 8:30 a.m. ET, only on "CBS Mornings."
Book excerpt: "My Beloved" by Jan Karon
The New York Times bestselling author returns to the village of Mitford in her 15th novel featuring Father Tim Kavanagh.
Amy Allen on songwriting, Grammy nods
Amy Allen, who is up for four Grammys, including songwriter of the year, sits down with Anthony Mason to talk about how she went from a nursing student to writing Grammy-nominated hits for Sabrina Carpenter and other pop stars.
Netflix to buy Warner Bros. in a deal valued at $82.7 billion
Netflix on Friday said it will acquire Warner Bros., including its film and television studios, HBO Max and HBO.
Technology
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Elon Musk's X fined $140 million for violating EU transparency rules
European regulators said X breached transparency rules under the Digital Services Act, a sweeping EU law intended to protect internet users.
Google reveals top search trends of 2025
The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, President Trump's "big, beautiful bill," and the longest government shutdown in U.S. history ranked among Google's top search trends this year.
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.
Politico: Trump admin. looks to robotics
Leaders in the robotics industry say that to strengthen AI, companies also need a plan for robots. The White House appears to be listening. Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her article on the topic.
Google's top search trends in 2025
Google has released its list of the 2025 top search trends. Robert Ferrera, a Google Trends expert, joins CBS News with more.
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
CEO of genetics firm says parents have a right to choose unborn child's traits
Kian Sadeghi, the 25-year-old founder and CEO at Nucleus Genomics, tells "CBS Mornings" that parents have every right to select the qualities and traits they desire in their child.
Sick ants invite self-sacrifice to save colony: "Come and kill me"
Ant colonies act as one "super-organism" which works to ensure the survival of all, according to a team of scientists.
Mystery owner of ancient foot found in Africa identified, scientists say
The discovery could cast some doubt on the status of Lucy's species as the direct ancestor of Homo sapiens.
Most dogs have wolf DNA. These breeds have more than others.
Wolf DNA seems to have influenced the size, smelling power and even personality of modern dog breeds, scientists said.
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Michael Jordan expected to testify in court
Basketball legend Michael Jordan is expected to testify in an antitrust case against NASCAR. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
Luigi Mangione's pretrial hearings postponed
Luigi Mangione, the man who faces a New York state trial over the death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, did not attend his pretrial hearing because he's sick, the court announced Friday. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has the latest.
4 killed in new boat strike, Pentagon says
The Pentagon announced a new strike and the deaths of four people aboard a boat apparently carrying drugs in the Pacific Ocean. CBS News' Eleanor Watson reports.
More on Letitia James indictments
A federal grand jury refused to re-indict Letitia James, the New York attorney general, after a judge threw out earlier fraud charges against her. Reuters reporter Sarah Lynch joins CBS News with more.
New evidence in Luigi Mangione case
Police bodycam footage of Luigi Mangione's arrest played in court shows officers questioning the suspect in the UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder after receiving a tip about his whereabouts. CBS News' Jericka Duncan reports.
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"Space gum" discovered in asteroid Bennu samples, NASA reveals
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu are continuing the shed light on the origins of the solar system and how life developed on Earth, scientists say.
Air Force approves SpaceX launch pad expansion
The U.S. Air Force has approved SpaceX's plan to redevelop a historic launch pad at Cape Canaveral. CBS News correspondent Mark Strassmann reports.
Geomagnetic storm watch issued after powerful solar flare
Solar flares and other activity can disrupt radio communications, power grids and navigation signals, according to NASA.
Scientists think they've detected lightning on Mars: "Missing piece of the puzzle"
Researchers have documented 55 instances of "mini lightning" over two Martian years by eavesdropping on the whirling wind recorded by NASA's Perseverance rover.
Russia sends a NASA astronaut, 2 cosmonauts, up to the space station
The new space station crew includes American Chris Williams, who holds a Ph.D. in astronomy and is a board-certified medical physicist at Harvard Medical School.
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The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Robert Redford 1936-2025
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Court to hear birthright citizenship case
The Supreme Court agreed on Friday to decide the legality of President Trump's plan to end birthright citizenship. CBS News politics reporter Melissa Quinn has more.
CDC vaccine panel vote on Hepatitis B vaccine
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccine advisory panel voted to change recommendations on Hepatitis B vaccines for children, recommending delaying them until a child is 2 months old for children born to mothers who test negative for the virus. Dr. Yvonne Maldonado from Stanford Healthcare joins CBS News with her take on the change.
Disturbing Texas floods 911 calls released
911 calls during the horrific Texas floods that killed dozens have been released. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
Trump awarded inaugural FIFA Peace Prize
President Trump received the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize during the 2026 men's tournament draw. CBS News' Willie James Inman reports.
Michael Jordan expected to testify in court
Basketball legend Michael Jordan is expected to testify in an antitrust case against NASCAR. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.