Reese Witherspoon and Harlan Coben team up for "Gone Before Goodbye"
Reese Witherspoon says she wanted to create a heroine who could stand alongside James Bond and Jason Bourne.
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Reese Witherspoon, Harlan Coben on new thriller
Oscar winner Reese Witherspoon and bestselling author Harlan Coben join "CBS Mornings" to discuss their new thriller, "Gone Before Goodbye." The book marks Witherspoon's debut as a novelist and Coben's first collaboration, following an Army surgeon entangled in a web of spies, lies and personal struggles.
Aniston & Witherspoon interview Gayle King
Actresses Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon, who star in the new Apple TV+ series "The Morning Show," got a chance to interview a real morning show host, Gayle King. The two asked the "CBS This Morning" co-host about her routine and what it takes to put together a news show every day. Watch King's conversation about the new series on Thursday, October 31 on "CBS This Morning," which airs 7 to 9 a.m. ET/PT.
Oprah Winfrey on Time's Up
Oprah Winfrey, a special contributing correspondent for "Sunday Morning," moderates a panel discussing the Time's Up campaign (including actresses America Ferrera, Natalie Portman, Tracee Ellis Ross and Reese Witherspoon; Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy; producer Shonda Rhimes; and attorney Nina Shaw) about the power of speaking out about sexual harassment, abuse, and gender inequality.
Preview: Oprah & Time's Up
Earlier this week Oprah Winfrey, a special contributing correspondent for CBS' "Sunday Morning," moderated a panel of Hollywood luminaries to discuss the Time's Up movement. In this preview of Winfrey's report to be broadcast January 14, she asks actress Reese Witherspoon about the power of speaking out about sexual harassment and abuse.
Reese Witherspoon, husband Jim Toth filing for divorce
The pair announced their impending divorce via an Instagram post.
"Where the Crawdads Sing": Bringing a bestselling phenomenon to the screen
Delia Owens' debut novel has spent 166 weeks on The New York Times Best Seller List; now, Reese Witherspoon has produced one of the most eagerly-anticipated movies of the year.
Reese Witherspoon on "The Morning Show"
Reese Witherspoon speaks with “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King about season 2 of "The Morning Show," and the nearly billion dollar sale of her media company, "Hello Sunshine."
"Wrinkle in Time" Barbies
What do Oprah Winfrey, Mindy Kaling and Reese Witherspoon all have in common? They are all stars of the upcoming film "A Wrinkle in Time," and they now all have Barbies modeled after their characters in the film.
Harvey Weinstein harassment scandal
Amid a sexual harassment scandal, disgraced movie mogul Harvey Weinstein resigned Tuesday from the Weinstein Company board of directors. He had retained his board seat depite being fired last week. His brother, Bob Weinstein, is now facing a sexual harassment allegation as well. Bianna Golodryga reports.
Preview: Reese Witherspoon
Ahead of this weekend's Emmy Awards, HBO series "Big Little Lies" is a leading contender for top honors. Reese Witherspoon is nominated for both her performance and role as producer of the program. Vanity Fair executive West Coast editor and CBS News contributor Krista Smith spoke with the actress about why she decided to add producing to her long list of credits. Watch the full interview Thursday, Sept. 14, 2017 on "CBS This Morning," which airs 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. ET/PT on CBS.
Aniston returns to TV
"Friends" star Jennifer Aniston is making her return to TV.
Actresses Sofia Vergara and Reese Witherspoon talk about their favorite scenes in the new big-screen comedy, "Hot Pursuit"
Actresses Sofia Vergara and Reese Witherspoon talk about their favorite scenes in the new big-screen comedy, "Hot Pursuit."
The Oscar-winning actress has overcome a lull in her career by taking matters into her own hands and starting a successful production company
The Oscar-winning actress has overcome a lull in her career by taking matters into her own hands and starting a successful production company. Charlie Rose reports on Sunday, Dec. 21 at 7:30 p.m. ET/PT.
The Oscar winner stars as Cheryl Strayed who embarked on an 1,100-mile journey
The Oscar winner stars as Cheryl Strayed who embarked on an 1,100-mile journey after abusing drugs, suffering through a failed marriage and losing her mother.
Stars step out for "Devil's Knot" premiere, plus more in today's Eye on Entertainment
Stars step out for "Devil's Knot" premiere, plus Steven Spielberg presents President Obama with humanity award. Suzanne Marques has those stories and more in today's Eye on Entertainment.
Reese Witherspoon and Hello Sunshine
Reese Witherspoon is not just an Oscar-winning actress; she is also a major Hollywood influencer. Her media company, Hello Sunshine, has been behind stories that put a female perspective front-and-center, such as the TV series "Big Little Lies" and "Little Fires Everywhere." Correspondent Rita Braver talks with Witherspoon and Hello Sunshine executives Sarah Harden and Lauren Neustadter about their philosophy, and how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting production.
Photographer documents country in quarantine
Like so many artists and entrepreneurs, photographer Brian Bowen Smith's business dried up when coronavirus hit. That's when he decided to hit the road in his vintage truck to document a country under quarantine. Along the way, he photographed famous faces like Common, Reese Witherspoon and the blended family of Demi Moore and Bruce Willis, but also captured the spirit and soul of everyday Americans. Meg Oliver reports for the "CBS This Morning" series A More Perfect Union.
Reese Witherspoon on her media company, Hello Sunshine
The Oscar-winning actress is also a major Hollywood influencer whose production house and book club have backed stories that put a female perspective front-and-center
Beyoncé & Jay-Z send Reese Witherspoon a case of champagne
At the Golden Globes, Witherspoon thought it was only natural when her table ran out of water to ask the "Drunk in Love" couple for a champagne refill—and her bold move paid off.
Aniston, Witherspoon interview real morning show host Gayle King
Aniston and Witherspoon, who star in in the new Apple TV+ series "The Morning Show," talked with King about what it takes to put on a news show every day
Aniston and Witherspoon on new show's message to men: "Watch yourself"
Two of Hollywood's biggest names are teaming up as leading ladies and executive producers of the new Apple TV+ series
Jennifer Aniston finally joins Instagram and posts photo with "Friends"
Now, we can be there for her on Instagram
Apple unveils streaming service, credit card and more
As the tech giant's iPhone sales slow, CEO Tim Cook is making a bold bet on video streaming and other services
Report: Bardem, Aniston raking in top TV salaries
Variety reports that Bardem will make $1.2 million per episode for starring on an upcoming show by Amazon and Amblin TV about 16th-century explorer Hernán Cortés
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Iran bombards U.S. allies after escalating war kills 3 American soldiers
Iran attacks Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan and a ship in the Strait of Hormuz as at least 3 U.S. forces are killed and dozens wounded in the escalating conflict.
Tropical Storm Bertha strengthens, threatening Gulf Coast. See its path.
Tropical Storm Bertha is the second named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.
Trump to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian hockey sticks, alcohol, other goods
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
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Nearly 100 U.S. service members injured in Iranian strikes this month
Almost 100 American service members have been injured in strikes on bases in the Middle East this month, most of whom have returned to duty, U.S. officials said.
Appeals court denies Biden bid to block release of tapes with biographer, for now
An appeals court denied former President Joe Biden's attempt to keep the Justice Department from giving a conservative think tank redacted transcripts and audio recordings of conversations with his biographer.
Key Arizona primaries to watch today
Arizona has traditionally been a red state, and six of its nine House representatives are Republicans.
FDA still probing Taylor Farms lettuce despite false positive test
The FDA said that as of Sunday, it had not found any "confirmed positive sample results for product testing" in the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
NYT moves to quash subpoenas for phone records of reporters and family members
The New York Times moved to quash subpoenas that sought phone records of the reporters and their relatives, including the spouses of two reporters and one reporter's mother.
Melinda French Gates on perimenopause: It took 3 doctors to diagnose me
Melinda French Gates talked about menopause and her philanthropic focus on women's health in the debut episode of Norah O'Donnell's "Healthful" podcast.
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Melinda French Gates on perimenopause: It took 3 doctors to diagnose me
Melinda French Gates talked about menopause and her philanthropic focus on women's health in the debut episode of Norah O'Donnell's "Healthful" podcast.
Supreme Court will review Alaska's bid to seize plane over 6-pack of beer
The pilot, Kenneth Jouppi, argues that taking his 1969 Cessna would violate the Eighth Amendment's "Excessive Fines Clause."
Video appears to show United employee threatening to call ICE on customer
A United Airlines employee appears to have been caught on video threatening to call U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on a passenger last week at San Francisco International Airport.
Tropical Storm Bertha strengthens, threatening Gulf Coast. See its path.
Tropical Storm Bertha is the second named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.
NYT moves to quash subpoenas for phone records of reporters and family members
The New York Times moved to quash subpoenas that sought phone records of the reporters and their relatives, including the spouses of two reporters and one reporter's mother.
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Trump to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian hockey sticks, alcohol, other goods
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
What to know about Taylor Farms amid the cyclospora outbreak
The nation's largest recent cyclospora outbreak has put one of America's biggest produce suppliers under renewed scrutiny.
Judge temporarily halts Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
How 401(k) fees can cost tens of thousands in retirement savings
About four in 10 workers aren't even aware they pay fees on their 401(k)s, research has found. Here's what to know.
The U.S. labor market may soon face a new crisis: Too few workers
A severe labor shortage is set to emerge over the next decade amid a wave of baby boomer retirements and a shrinking younger workforce.
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2 more convictions tossed in plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Whitmer
A state appeals court has set aside convictions for two men involved in a 2020 plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Appeals court denies Biden bid to block release of tapes with biographer, for now
An appeals court denied former President Joe Biden's attempt to keep the Justice Department from giving a conservative think tank redacted transcripts and audio recordings of conversations with his biographer.
Supreme Court will review Alaska's bid to seize plane over 6-pack of beer
The pilot, Kenneth Jouppi, argues that taking his 1969 Cessna would violate the Eighth Amendment's "Excessive Fines Clause."
Key Arizona primaries to watch today
Arizona has traditionally been a red state, and six of its nine House representatives are Republicans.
NYT moves to quash subpoenas for phone records of reporters and family members
The New York Times moved to quash subpoenas that sought phone records of the reporters and their relatives, including the spouses of two reporters and one reporter's mother.
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Melinda French Gates on perimenopause: It took 3 doctors to diagnose me
Melinda French Gates talked about menopause and her philanthropic focus on women's health in the debut episode of Norah O'Donnell's "Healthful" podcast.
Melinda French Gates on perimenopause
Melinda French Gates recalled to Norah O'Donnell on "Healthful" that she started getting perimenopause symptoms in her early 40s. "I kind of couldn't believe it because I just finished having my last child in my late 30s," French Gates said. French Gates added it took three doctors to diagnose her symptoms and to get her the right treatments.
FDA says it's still investigating Taylor Farms
The FDA says Taylor Farms lettuce is still the focus of their ongoing cyclospora investigation, despite a false positive test announced Sunday. Carter Evans reports.
Severely ill prisoners granted early release are left stuck behind bars
Prisoners with severe medical conditions can be granted compassionate release, but without a long-term care facility willing to accept them, many continue to wait in prison as their conditions worsen.
FDA still probing Taylor Farms lettuce despite false positive test
The FDA said that as of Sunday, it had not found any "confirmed positive sample results for product testing" in the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
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Tourists stabbed near famed Acropolis in Athens, Greece
A man stabbed two tourists near the ancient Acropolis in Athens, Greece's top tourist attraction, police said.
Trump to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian hockey sticks, alcohol, other goods
President Trump is imposing 50% tariffs on a range of Canadian goods, from hockey equipment to alcoholic beverages, escalating the trade dispute between the two countries.
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Nearly 100 U.S. service members injured in Iranian strikes this month
Almost 100 American service members have been injured in strikes on bases in the Middle East this month, U.S. officials said.
Video of Moroccan man dying while pinned down by police sparks anger in Italy
The death of a Moroccan man as he was detained by Italian police in Bologna has sparked anger and a formal investigation.
Tate brothers detained as they face new charges, possible U.K. extradition
Influencer brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate will fight extradition to the U.K., where they face rape and sex trafficking charges.
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Judge temporarily halts Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger
The ruling comes after a coalition of 12 states sued to block the deal, arguing it would harm consumers and the entertainment industry.
Judge pauses in Paramount-WBD merger
A judge has granted a temporary restraining order to temporarily block the Paramount Skydance-Warner Bros. Discovery merger from happening. CBS News' Jake Rosen reports. Paramount Skydance is the parent company of CBS News.
Christopher Nolan describes challenges of creating "The Odyssey"
"The Odyssey," which was shot in six countries, pulled in more than $260 million worldwide over the weekend.
Christopher Nolan talks "The Odyssey"
Oscar-winning director Christopher Nolan talks about his latest movie, "The Odyssey," which was shot in six countries. He tells "CBS Mornings" about what it was like working with the star-studded cast and challenges faced when creating the film.
"The Odyssey" wins big at the box office
"The Odyssey" raked in more than $264 million worldwide over the weekend. A majority of ticket buyers cited director Christopher Nolan as their primary reason for seeing the movie, according to PostTrack, a film industry research service. Adriana Diaz reports.
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Can you spot an AI image? Quiz shows how difficult it has become.
An AI expert said the telltale signs people once relied on, such as distorted fingers, unnatural eyes, or other obvious visual flaws, have largely disappeared as technology has improved.
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.
Erin Brockovich on data center regulation
New York is now the first state to temporarily ban data center construction, paving the way for others to follow suit. Environmental advocate Erin Brockovich joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Mayor to homeowner losing sleep over data center plant: "Consider selling"
Noise from a Mississippi plant powering Elon Musk's xAI data centers in the area is causing migraines, ringing ears and sleepless nights, residents say.
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Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
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2 more convictions tossed in plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Whitmer
A state appeals court has set aside convictions for two men involved in a 2020 plot to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Tourists stabbed near famed Acropolis in Athens, Greece
A man stabbed two tourists near the ancient Acropolis in Athens, Greece's top tourist attraction, police said.
Tate brothers fight UK extradition
Brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate appeared in court in Miami on Monday as they fight an extradition request from the UK over new sex crime-related charges. Cristian Benavides reports from Miami.
What to know about the Tate brothers
Andrew and Tristan Tate appeared before a judge in Miami on Monday as British prosecutors seek extradition of the pair to face dozens of sex-related charges. Cristian Benavides has more.
Details on suspect in NYC explosion
U.S. Army veteran Andrew Arrabaca, 43, is in custody Monday after allegedly setting off fireworks and igniting a fire outside a federal building in New York City on Monday. Tom Hanson reports.
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Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
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Eye Opener: Tropical storm in the Gulf
Severe weather slams much of the U.S. as Tropical Storm Bertha forms in the Gulf. Plus, a heavily armed Army veteran starts a fire at a federal building in New York City. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener.
Melinda French Gates on perimenopause
Melinda French Gates recalled to Norah O'Donnell on "Healthful" that she started getting perimenopause symptoms in her early 40s. "I kind of couldn't believe it because I just finished having my last child in my late 30s," French Gates said. French Gates added it took three doctors to diagnose her symptoms and to get her the right treatments.
The Rising Cost of Being Single
Dating has become another casualty of inflation. A new study finds millennials spend an average of $252 per date and Gen Z spends $205. Meanwhile, half of singles say they're going on fewer dates or choosing cheaper activities. Plus, a 30-year-old single woman is daunted by the exorbitant cost of freezing her eggs, and TikTok investor Raoul Pal dismisses the S&P 500's 11% average annual return in favor of investing in bitcoin.
World Cup champs greeted as heroes in Spain
The celebration in Spain continued Monday as World Cup champions La Roja returned home to a heroes' welcome. Nicole Valdes has one last look at the 2026 tournament.
AAA: U.S. gas back up to $4 a gallon average
As fighting with Iran ramps up, a gallon of regular gas is once again $4 on average, up 13 cents in one week, according to AAA. Severin Borenstein, professor at UC Berkeley's Haas School of Business, joins with analysis.