Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist killed in Afghanistan
Reuters says, according to Afghan army, Danish Siddiqui was killed in the crossfire as he covered a battle between Taliban militants and Afghan forces.
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Pulitzers honor teen who filmed George Floyd’s murder
The Pulitzer Prize included a special citation for Darnella Frazier, the teenager who capturedthe death of George Floyd.
Darnella Frazier, teen who filmed George Floyd's murder, wins Pulitzer award
Darnella Frazier was awarded a special citation for "highlighting the crucial role of citizens in journalists' quest for truth and justice," the Pulitzer Prize Board announced on Friday.
Holocaust survivor Hana Kantor remembers
Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times investigative journalist and CBS News contributor Jodi Kantor sits down with her 97-year-old Holocaust survivor grandmother Hana Kantor in an intimate conversation about survival and anti-Semitism today.
Barry Jenkins on "The Underground Railroad"
Award-winning writer, director and producer Barry Jenkins talks with "CBS This Morning" co-host Anthony Mason about his new Amazon limited series, "The Underground Railroad," based on Colson Whitehead's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel of the same name. He gives a behind-the-scenes look at creating the show, dealing with the darkness of slavery, and re-contextualizing the sacrifices of his ancestors to tell a story of survival and triumph.
U.S. gov't investigations on ESP
Skeptics may scoff at the existence of ESP and other paranormal powers, but the U.S. government hasn't always been so sure. In fact, millions of dollars have been spent over several decades to find out if such human capabilities exist. Annie Jacobsen, a 2016 Pulitzer Prize finalist in history, joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss her new book, "Phenomena: The Secret History of the U.S. Government's Investigations into Extrasensory Perception and Psychokinesis."
NYT columnist Maureen Dowd
Maureen Dowd has plenty to say about Clinton vs. Trump. And not surprisingly, the Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times columnist has found she can't please everyone, not even her own siblings, as she reveals to Mo Rocca in a round of Questions and Answers.
The Boston Globe's coverage of the marathon bombing, as well as a New York Times photo essay profiling one of the victims were both awarded the Pulitzer Prize yesterday
The Boston Globe's coverage of the marathon bombing, as well as a New York Times photo essay profiling one of the victims were both awarded the Pulitzer Prize yesterday. The Washington Post and The Guardian were also honored for their coverage of the Edward Snowden leak, and NSA spy tactics. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Viet Thanh Nguyen talks about new novel
Best-selling author Viet Thanh Nguyen talks to Jan Crawford about his new novel, out this week. "The Committed," a sequel to his Pulitzer Prize-winning novel "The Sympathizer," continues the story of the refugee narrator from Nguyen's first book. The novels have earned him the description as "a conscience of American literature."
The significance of the 2020 election
Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Doris Kearns Goodwin joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the historical significance of this year's presidential election. She discusses the parallels between the 2020 election and 1932's election, what kind of change pivotal elections can bring and the importance of leadership in times of crisis.
Oprah Winfrey reveals latest book club pick
Oprah Winfrey announced "Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents" by author Isabel Wilkerson as her newest book club selection. Winfrey and Gayle King discuss the book's timely message about understanding inequality and finding common ground with the Pulitzer Prize-winning author.
"Nickel Boys" author on fight for equality
New York Times bestselling author Colson Whitehead joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his novel, "The Nickel Boys," which is set in the Jim Crow era. He talks about how it resonates today and why he's encouraged by the protests for change in America.
How police brutality has roots in slavery
Nationwide protests over police brutality have roots in America's history of racism and slavery. New York Times Magazine writer Nikole Hannah-Jones says the history of policing that evolved from slave patrols has led to today's police brutality. Hannah-Jones joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss how black Americans are protesting for democracy, not just for themselves, but for all Americans.
Reuters reporters released from Myanmar prison
Two Reuters reporters in Myanmar, who recently shared a Pulitzer Prize, are free after more than a year in jail. Crowds of supporters surrounded Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo when they were released.
Remembering Toni Morrison
Acclaimed author Toni Morrison, who is known for novels such as "Beloved" and "The Bluest Eye" has died. Morrison was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1993. Michelle Miller takes a look back at her life and legacy.
Kashmir endures second lockdown
When India annexed the southern part of disputed Kashmir, its millions of residents were put under a strict curfew and lockdown. The plight of Kashmiris was vividly captured by AP photographers who were awarded a Pulitzer prize on Monday as the beleaguered region suffers a second lockdown, this time due to coronavirus. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab gives an update on the situation.
Hannah Dreier wins Morley Safer Award for Outstanding Reporting
Dreier, who reports for the Washington Post, won the award for her three-part series published by ProPublica, "Trapped in Gangland"
Pittsburgh newspaper donates Pulitzer Prize money to synagogue
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette has donated its $15,000 Pulitzer Prize winnings to the Tree of Life – Or L'Simcha Congregation, where 11 people were shot and killed last October
Neil Simon, legendary playwright, dies at 91
Tributes are pouring in for the legendary playwright, Neil Simon. He died Sunday at the age of 91 of complications from pneumonia. Simon's hits include "The Odd Couple" and "Lost in Yonkers," which won a Pulitzer Prize. Jamie Wax reports.
Charles Krauthammer, longtime conservative commentator, dead at 68
"I leave this life with no regrets. It was a wonderful life -- full and complete with the great loves and great endeavors that make it worth living," Krauthammer wrote
Pulitzer board to launch review of Junot Diaz accusations
The Pulitzer Prize Board said Thursday it will launch an independent review of the misconduct allegations against Junot Diaz
Ronan Farrow on decline of U.S. diplomacy
Journalist Ronan Farrow's new book, "War on Peace: The End of Diplomacy and the Decline of American Influence" looks at the longterm decline of the State Department and what he calls the growing militarization of U.S. foreign policy. Farrow spent several years working at State, including in the Office of the Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan. Last week, the New Yorker won a Pulitzer Prize for Farrow's coverage of sexual assault claims against Hollywood's Harvey Weinstein. Farrow joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss America's shifting approach to diplomacy.
Kendrick Lamar becomes 1st rapper to win a Pulitzer
Pulitzer board on Monday called the album a work that captures the complexity of African-American life
Pulitzers for coverage of Weinstein, Russian meddling
Reporting that sparked the #MeToo movement is honored with a Pulitzer Prize
The next generation takes over at The New York Times
Publisher A.O. Sulzberger Jr. to retire and pass the job to son A.G. Sulzberger – the 5th family member to run the company
More details emerge about FlyDubai co-pilot who tried to crash plane
Judge blocks Trump's firing of top federal prosecutor in Seattle
Christa Pike's attorneys: Botched execution was "torturous" and "predictable"
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Trump says Iran "ready to fold up"
Amber Guyger granted parole after serving 7 years for murder of Botham Jean
Jane Doe's account of what happened at Cornell fraternity house
"Mayday" EP on FlyDubai passenger saying show helped him during attack
Man who allegedly harassed Katie Miller indicted for cyberstalking
