Sights and sounds at the Vatican
69-year-old Cardinal Robert Prevost was named Pope Leo XIV on Thursday. CBS News captured interviews with onlookers and the sound of roaring crowds as the new pope emerged at the Vatican.
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Trump reacts to first American pope
At the White House on Thursday, President Trump reacted to Pope Leo XIV's election as the first American-born head of the Catholic Church. CBS News White House reporter Willie James Inman has more on the president's reaction and his announced trade deal with the U.K.
Read Pope Leo XIV's first address
The themes of Pope Leo XIV's speech seemed to suggest he would have continuity with his predecessor Pope Francis.
American Cardinal Robert Prevost chosen as new pope
On the second day of the conclave at the Vatican, the cardinal electors chose Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost as the new pope, Leo XIV.
Circumstances that led to Pope Leo's election
Anthea Butler, chair of the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Pennsylvania, and CBS News papal contributor Candida Moss discuss the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first pontiff born in the United States.
Norah O'Donnell on election of Pope Leo XIV
CBS News special correspondent Norah O'Donnell shares her thoughts on the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first pontiff from the United States.
Chicago reacts to election of Pope Leo XIV
CBS News Chicago's Suzanne Le Mignot has reaction to the election of Pope Leo XIV, an American born in the Windy City.
What Pope Leo's election means for the church
CBS News papal contributors Francis X. Rocca and Candida Moss break down the election of Pope Leo XIV and how he might serve as pontiff.
Pope Leo XIV and women in the Catholic Church
CBS News' panel in Vatican City discusses what the election of Pope Leo XIV might mean for women in the Catholic Church.
Pope Leo and the church's sex abuse scandal
John Allen, editor of the Catholic news website Crux, speaks about Pope Leo XIV's record when it comes to the Catholic Church's sex abuse scandal.
Breaking Down Pope Leo XIV's first remarks
Pope Leo XIV, an American born in Chicago, addressed the crowd from St. Peter's Balcony Thursday, shortly after he was elected. CBS News' panel in Vatican City breaks down his first address.
How Pope Leo XIV might handle politics
An American born in Chicago, Robert Prevost, has been elected pope and taken the name Leo XIV. CBS News' panel in Vatican City breaks down how he might handle politics.
How an American was elected pope
Pope Leo XIV is the first pontiff ever elected from the U.S. CBS News' panel in Vatican City discuss how his election came to be.
2025 conclave delivers first ever pope from U.S.
A U.S. bishop thought it was unlikely that Catholic cardinals would break with more than two centuries of precedent to pick a pope from the states, but it has happened.
What's dinner with Pope Leo XIV like?
John Allen, editor of the Catholic news website Crux, tells CBS News about the dinner he recently had with Cardinal Robert Prevost, the American who was just elected pope.
Details on Pope Leo XIV, the first U.S. pope
Cardinal Robert Prevost, an American born in Chicago,has been elected as the new pope and taken the name Leo XIV. CBS News breaks down what we know about him.
LGBTQ Catholics hope for continued inclusion under new pope
Pope Francis, who died at 88 last month, was the first pontiff to be publicly inclusive of the LGBTQ Catholic community.
Robert Prevost of U.S. elected as new pope
An American, Cardinal Robert Prevost, has been elected as the new pope, taking the name Leo XIV. See the moment the announcement was made.
What politics may influence conclave?
As the world awaits the new pope, questions and rumors continue to emerge about the mechanics of the conclave. CBS News's Norah O'Donnell breaks down how inner politics may have influenced the decision.
Who will be the next pope? Here are some possible contenders
Pope Francis' death set off a series of traditions that culminates in a vote for his successor. Here are some of the possible candidates.
Did the conclave pick a front-runner?
A brief papal conclave could signal that one of the front-runners may have been chosen as the next leader of the Catholic Church. Among those who could be pope are Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the Vatican's secretary of state, Cardinal Peter Erdo, archbishop of Budapest, Hungary, and Cardinal Luis Tagle of the Philippines. CBS News reports from the Vatican.
When will the 2025 conclave bring a new pope?
Catholic cardinals are gathering at the Vatican for the 2025 conclave to choose Pope Francis' successor. Here's how long it could take.
Emotional reactions to news of a pope
The Vatican is receiving thousands of people who are awaiting the new pope's first moments after two days of voting by the papal conclave. The emotional reactions can be heard from blocks away. CBS News is capturing the historic scenes.
World awaits new pope
The papal conclave has chosen a new pope and the world is awaiting news of who has been chosen to lead the Catholic Church. CBS News' Seth Doane and Tony Dokoupil report.
More black smoke as cardinals resume voting on Day 2 of papal conclave
2025 papal conclave continues for a second day at the Vatican, as more black smoke signals no new pope after a third vote.
One dead as Hurricane Lala lashes Hawaii's Big Island as a Category 1 storm
Hurricane Lala slammed Hawaii's Big Island, where it was bringing heavy rain and the possibility of life-threatening flooding and mudslides.
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Iran strikes another ship in Strait of Hormuz as Israel steps up Lebanon attacks
Israel is being condemned by Lebanese leaders for a strike in the south that killed at least nine people, including children, according to the health ministry.
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Ukraine's own ballistic missiles could strike Russia within months, says former minister
Mykhailo Fedorov, the former Ukrainian defense minister who is widely credited as the architect of the country's modern war-fighting strategy, told CBS News in an exclusive interview that he believes Ukraine is in a "technological war" with Russia.
Ukraine launches one of the largest aerial attacks on Russia yet
Footage shows a large column of smoke after Ukraine struck a major logistics hub in the Moscow region.
NATO fighter jet shoots down drone in Romania near border with Ukraine
It is the latest in a series of similar incidents involving drone incursions into NATO airspace from Ukraine
South Carolina to hold first 2028 Democratic presidential primary
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Indiana storms linked to 5 deaths as floods trigger rescues and evacuations
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett urged residents along the White River to evacuate on Saturday.
Colombian president says he asked Trump to suspend tariffs after earthquake
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella said he called President Trump and asked him to suspend tariffs currently targeting the South American nation.
5 people injured in shooting at Virginia State University, 1 suspect arrested
Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.
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Security video helps lead to a masked killer who tried to hide the crime
Dr. Steven Milner, a well-respected Oregon veterinarian, was accused of stalking and disguising himself before murdering Kenny Fandrich — the husband of a former employee. Security cameras played a key role in how detectives pieced the case together.
Indiana storms linked to 5 deaths as floods trigger rescues and evacuations
Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett urged residents along the White River to evacuate on Saturday.
American Kate Douglass sets 50-meter freestyle world record at Pan Pacific
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5 people injured in shooting at Virginia State University, 1 suspect arrested
Five people were injured in the shooting involving multiple suspects. One person is currently listed in critical condition, the university said.
Mom-to-be had 2 signs of rare complication: "Everything kept getting worse"
Candice Davis' first pregnancy was going smoothly until she began feeling some nausea and pain one afternoon.
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Hormuz chaos highlights risks for other global trade chokepoints
The war in Iran has underscored how disruptions to a key shipping route thousands of miles away can have a material impact on American consumers.
FDA upgrades egg recall linked to salmonella to highest risk level
U.S. food regulators say 1.6 million cartons of recalled eggs can "cause serious adverse health consequences or death."
How to get a refund for Trump tariffs struck down by Supreme Court
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Walmart tomato soup kits recalled over Listeria risk, FDA says
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See how much renters pay for a 2-bedroom home in 50 U.S. cities
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South Carolina to hold first 2028 Democratic presidential primary
South Carolina's Democratic presidential primary will take place on Jan. 22, 2028. Nevada, New Hampshire, New Mexico, Michigan and Virginia will also hold early Democratic nominating contests.
Army temporarily grounds Apache helicopter training flights after deadly crash
The U.S. Army said Friday it is temporarily halting Apache helicopter training flights after two soldiers were killed earlier this week in a crash near Fort Hood, Texas.
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Justice Department expands military's power to detain migrants near border
The Justice Department issued a legal opinion giving the U.S. military broader powers to detain migrants near certain areas along the southern border.
Feds charge woman for allegedly vandalizing World War II Memorial in D.C.
The top federal prosecutor in Washington, D.C., said a woman has been arrested and faces two felony charges related to vandalism of the World War II Memorial.
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Mom-to-be had 2 signs of rare complication: "Everything kept getting worse"
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My husband was kicked out of hospice. Here's what I learned.
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Whole Foods recalls some jalapeño products over salmonella risk
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Maps and charts show record number of measles cases in U.S. this year
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Norah O'Donnell: I take testosterone. Here's why.
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Ukraine launches one of the largest aerial attacks on Russia yet
Footage shows a large column of smoke after Ukraine struck a major logistics hub in the Moscow region.
NATO fighter jet shoots down drone in Romania near border with Ukraine
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Colombian president says he asked Trump to suspend tariffs after earthquake
Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella said he called President Trump and asked him to suspend tariffs currently targeting the South American nation.
Liechtenstein moves to change succession laws, paves way for women on throne
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Elizabeth Cook sings "Girls of Atomic City"
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Elizabeth Cook takes us to "Sunset Promenade"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Sunset Promenade."
Elizabeth Cook sings "Razorwire Wall"
Country singer-songwriter Elizabeth Cook has returned over 400 times to Nashville's Grand Ole Opry. She appears with David Letterman in "The Easy Kind," a new film inspired by her life and rise in the music industry. Her new record, "Great Television," is out now. Here's Elizabeth Cook with "Razorwire Wall."
Jeff Daniels and Jared Harris on new film
Emmy-winner Jeff Daniels stars as President Ronald Reagan and Jared Harris portrays Soviet leader Mikhail Gorbachev in "The Brink of War," a film that portrays the two leaders at the 1986 Reykjavik Summit. Daniels and Harris share their experiences playing these two historical figures amid a period of high political tension.
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The silent spy game orbiting above Earth's skies
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French teen social media ban struck down by top constitutional authority
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Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
Astronomy professor on how eclipses work
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How a total solar eclipse stopped a war
Columbia University astronomy professor Dr. Janna Levin joins CBS News to discuss Wednesday's total solar eclipse, saying it's a reminder that humans share this Earth together and "we're all part of something larger."
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
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Security video helps lead to a masked killer who tried to hide the crime
Dr. Steven Milner, a well-respected Oregon veterinarian, was accused of stalking and disguising himself before murdering Kenny Fandrich — the husband of a former employee. Security cameras played a key role in how detectives pieced the case together.
Violent crime down in big cities
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5 hurt in Virginia State University shooting
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Mozart statuettes snatched in classical caper
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Italian art heist foiled
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Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
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Perseid meteor shower reaches peak viewing on Wednesday night
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Most detailed images taken of sun's surface revealed
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SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, creating crater that could be 16 feet deep
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Violent crime down in big cities
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