Why do we celebrate St. Patrick's Day?
As revelers celebrate St. Patrick's Day in 2025, here's a look at who Ireland's patron saint was and the meaning behind the holiday.
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Guinness sees a resurgence as more Americans consume the Irish stout
Guinness is experiencing a surge in popularity across the U.S., with more Americans embracing the iconic Irish stout just in time for St. Patrick's Day celebrations.
Guinness rides a wave of new popularity
As Dublin prepares for St. Patrick's Day celebrations, Guinness — a staple of the holiday — continues to grow in popularity in the U.S. Ed O'Keefe visits the Guinness Open Gate Brewery in Baltimore to explore the beer's lasting legacy and rising demand.
Police probe deadly Florida beach shootings
It was a weekend of deadly violence in Jacksonville Beach, Florida, with gunfire erupting as hundreds of people gathered for spring break and St. Patrick's Day parties on Sunday. One person was killed and three others were injured. Cristian Benavides reports.
This St. Patrick's Day, Biden faces an Irish backlash over the Gaza war
Many Irish people feel a bond with Palestinians, and Mr. Biden's stance on the Israel-Hamas war has changed Ireland's view of the U.S. leader.
An Irish town is rolling out the red carpet ahead of Biden visit
Many residents in the coastal town of Ballina fondly recall previous visits by the now-U.S. president. For some, he's family.
Exiled Iranians eagerly watch a brutal regime's grip on power slip loose
An Iranian opposition group based in Iraq is ready to help build a new Iran, and their message to the U.S. is clear: "Don't compromise with the regime, because they are killing people."
Appeals court extends order allowing Trump to deploy National Guard to L.A.
In a victory for President Trump, about 4,000 National Guard troops can remain in Los Angeles for now.
Maps show forecast for looming heat wave
The National Weather Service called the forecast for above-average temperatures "the first significant heat wave this season."
U.S. cyclist recounts tense escape from Iran with Israeli bombs falling
American cyclist Ian Alexander said Iranians' warm welcome and hospitality changed abruptly when Israel started bombing.
On Juneteenth, Trump says America has "too many non-working holidays"
President Trump appeared to mark Juneteenth — a day he has commemorated in the past — by arguing businesses are closed for "too many non-working holidays."
Mexico assessing damage from Hurricane Erick after storm killed 2
Hurricane Erick had strengthened to a Category 4 storm as it approached the coast but weakened to a Category 2 storm before making landfall on Thursday.
Emmett Till national monument at risk of removal due to Trump's anti-DEI stand
The Trump administration has announced plans to revoke or shrink certain national monuments as part of an anti-DEI movement.
Lava fountains over 1,000 feet high shoot from Hawaii's Kilauea volcano
This is the 26th lava fountaining episode recorded at Kilauea since December. Kilauea is one of the world's most active volcanoes.
Chris Brown pleads not guilty to beating music producer in London bar in 2023
Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown pleaded not guilty to a charge related to the serious beating of a music producer with a bottle in a London nightclub in 2023.
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This week on "Sunday Morning" (June 22)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Lava fountains over 1,000 feet high shoot from Hawaii's Kilauea volcano
This is the 26th lava fountaining episode recorded at Kilauea since December. Kilauea is one of the world's most active volcanoes.
Emmett Till national monument at risk of removal due to Trump's anti-DEI stand
The Trump administration has announced plans to revoke or shrink certain national monuments as part of an anti-DEI movement.
National Guard troops deployed to Albuquerque unarmed, not in military uniforms
Unlike the California National Guard troops that were deployed by President Trump to Los Angeles, the Guard members deployed in Albuquerque are not armed or in military uniform.
Trump can't require states to cooperate with ICE to get DOT funding, judge says
A judge said the Trump administration cannot tie federal transportation funding to cooperation with immigration authorities.
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United, American suspend some flights from U.S. to Middle East
U.S. airlines, including United Airlines and American Airlines, are suspending flights to parts of the Middle East amid the conflict between Israel and Iran.
Telegram CEO Pavel Durov plans to leave fortune to his 100-plus children
Telegram founder and CEO Pavel Durov told a publication that all of his more than 100 children will inherit some of his fortune.
These are the top airlines in the U.S., according to The Points Guy
This was the number one airline in the U.S. last year, based on its reliability, passenger experience and more.
Tariffs are pushing up remodeling costs. Here's how to save money.
Tariffs are making building materials, including lumber and steel and aluminum, more expensive. Here are some tips for saving.
Trump's deportation efforts could impact these industries and states the most
Unauthorized immigrants make up nearly 5% of the U.S. workforce, according to 2022 estimates, and a higher share in construction and agriculture.
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Appeals court extends order allowing Trump to deploy National Guard to L.A.
In a victory for President Trump, about 4,000 National Guard troops can remain in Los Angeles for now.
On Juneteenth, Trump says America has "too many non-working holidays"
President Trump appeared to mark Juneteenth — a day he has commemorated in the past — by arguing businesses are closed for "too many non-working holidays."
Trump can't require states to cooperate with ICE to get DOT funding, judge says
A judge said the Trump administration cannot tie federal transportation funding to cooperation with immigration authorities.
Ohio Rep. Max Miller says he was "run off the road" and threatened while driving
Ohio Rep. Max Miller said Thursday an "unhinged, deranged man" ran him off the road.
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Trump administration boosts monitoring of possible Iran-backed cells in U.S., sources say
FBI Director Kash Patel has increased efforts to monitor possible domestic sleeper cells linked to Hezbollah, U.S. officials say.
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Kids' cough syrup recalled due to microbial contamination
Little Remedies® Honey Cough Syrup was voluntarily recalled due to the presence of Bacillus cereus, which can cause two types of food-borne illnesses, and loss of shelf-stability.
U.S. plans to combat "man-eater" screwworms with a facility of flies
The facility will breed millions of sterile New World screwworm flies at Moore Air Base, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said Wednesday.
AstroAI recalls minifridges that caused $360,000 in property damages
A short circuit in the minifridges caused numerous fires, two of which resulted in more than $360,000 in property damages.
Trump administration to shutter specialized LGBTQ+ suicide lifeline option
A part of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline dedicated to LGBTQ+ youth — known as 988 option 3 — will close in July, the agency said.
FDA approves HIV prevention drug taken as twice-yearly injection
Clinical trials showed 99.9% of participants who received the drug, called Yeztugo from company Gilead Sciences, remained HIV negative.
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U.S. cyclist recounts tense escape from Iran with Israeli bombs falling
American cyclist Ian Alexander said Iranians' warm welcome and hospitality changed abruptly when Israel started bombing.
Mexico assessing damage from Hurricane Erick after storm killed 2
Hurricane Erick had strengthened to a Category 4 storm as it approached the coast but weakened to a Category 2 storm before making landfall on Thursday.
Exiled Iranians eagerly watch a brutal regime's grip on power slip loose
An Iranian opposition group based in Iraq is ready to help build a new Iran, and their message to the U.S. is clear: "Don't compromise with the regime, because they are killing people."
Chris Brown pleads not guilty to beating music producer in London bar in 2023
Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown pleaded not guilty to a charge related to the serious beating of a music producer with a bottle in a London nightclub in 2023.
Rockslide in Banff National Park in Canadian Rockies kills 1, injures 3
Falling rocks struck people on a hiking trail in Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies, killing one and injuring three others.
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Lukas Nelson on new album, "American Romance"
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Lukas Nelson releases his solo album "American Romance" and opens up to Anthony Mason about the personal journey that inspired him to step away from his father Willie Nelson's tour and his band Promise of the Real.
Larry Charles opens up in new memoir
In his new memoir "Comedy Samurai," legendary writer and director Larry Charles opens up about working behind the scenes of some of TV and film's most daring comedies, from "Curb Your Enthusiasm" to "Entourage."
Chris Brown pleads not guilty to beating music producer in London bar in 2023
Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown pleaded not guilty to a charge related to the serious beating of a music producer with a bottle in a London nightclub in 2023.
Owen Wilson's reflections on success after a decades-long Hollywood career
In his new role on the TV series "Stick," actor Owen Wilson explores themes of redemption and reckoning that mirror his own journey through Hollywood.
Jamie Wax on Broadway debut
Three-time Emmy winner Jean Smart plays a woman trapped in a violent marriage in the one-woman play "Call Me Izzy." The show, written by CBS News contributor Jamie Wax, explores the power of creativity and survival.
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Amazon CEO: AI will mean fewer corporate jobs
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy says artificial intelligence will lead to fewer corporate jobs at the company. Technology journalist Jacob Ward, host of "The Rip Current" podcast, joins CBS News to discuss how AI is already reshaping the workforce.
Robotic heart transplant makes history
In a medical first, surgeons at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center in Houston successfully performed a fully robotic heart transplant on a 45-year-old patient. He now says he's living a brand-new life. Janet Shamlian reports.
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.
Amazon CEO says rollout of generative AI will reshape company's workforce
Andy Jassy, CEO of Amazon, said he expects the company to reduce its workforce over the next few years as it rolls out more generative AI and agents.
AI data centers are driving up energy bills
An increase in demand for artificial intelligence may be increasing the cost of your electric bills. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter explains.
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Plastic bag bans and fees work to curb litter, study says
Researchers conducted the first systematic review of policies around the U.S. to limit plastic bag use.
SpaceX Starship upper stage explodes during countdown to engine test firing
A SpaceX Starship upper stage exploded during ramp-up to an expected engine test firing at the company's Starbase facility on the Texas Gulf Coast. It's an apparent major setback for the program.
Honda hails successful test of reusable rocket as it seeks space sector entry
Japan's second-biggest carmaker, Honda, has successfully tested an experimental reusable rocket, the company says, as it seeks to expand into the space sector.
Invasive Asian needle ants pose risks
As summer kicks into high gear, the U.S. Forest Service is warning about an invasive Asian needle ant species found in dozens of states. Eric Day, entomologist at Virginia Tech, joins "The Daily Report" with more.
This T. rex ancestor is "missing link" to apex predators, scientists say
Apex predators, like the Tyrannosaurus rex, eventually arose from smaller-bodied tyrannosauroid dinosaurs called Khankhuuluu mongoliensis, the study's researchers said.
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Chris Brown pleads not guilty to beating music producer in London bar in 2023
Grammy-winning singer Chris Brown pleaded not guilty to a charge related to the serious beating of a music producer with a bottle in a London nightclub in 2023.
National Guard troops deployed to Albuquerque unarmed, not in military uniforms
Unlike the California National Guard troops that were deployed by President Trump to Los Angeles, the Guard members deployed in Albuquerque are not armed or in military uniform.
Ryan Ferguson, wrongfully convicted in 2001 killing, awarded over $43M
Ryan Ferguson's murder conviction was vacated in 2013 after a key witness who had testified against him said he wasn't involved in the killing.
Karen Read thanks supporters
Karen Read addressed supporters after a jury found her not guilty in the retrial for the murder of Boston police officer John O'Keefe. CBS News Boston's Penny Kmitt reports.
Kohberger defense team moves to delay trial
Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students in 2022, appeared in court Wednesday. His defense team wants the trial delayed, arguing intense public scrutiny threatens his right to a fair trial. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
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Why did SpaceX's Starship explode?
SpaceX's Starship rocket exploded in Texas on Wednesday night as it was preparing for a test launch. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has the details.
Video shows SpaceX Starship explosion at Texas launch site
A SpaceX Starship exploded at a launch site in Texas Wednesday night, bursting into a massive fireball.
SpaceX Starship upper stage explodes during countdown to engine test firing
A SpaceX Starship upper stage exploded during ramp-up to an expected engine test firing at the company's Starbase facility on the Texas Gulf Coast. It's an apparent major setback for the program.
See NASA's image of an intense X-class solar flare
The solar flare peaked at 5:49 p.m. EDT on Tuesday, NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory said.
Honda hails successful test of reusable rocket as it seeks space sector entry
Japan's second-biggest carmaker, Honda, has successfully tested an experimental reusable rocket, the company says, as it seeks to expand into the space sector.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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Attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
Summer music heats up 2025
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
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Iran set to meet with European officials
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is set to meet with European officials from France, Germany and the United Kingdom in Geneva over escalating tensions with Israel. CBS News foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has the latest details.
Lukas Nelson on new album, "American Romance"
Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Lukas Nelson releases his solo album "American Romance" and opens up to Anthony Mason about the personal journey that inspired him to step away from his father Willie Nelson's tour and his band Promise of the Real.
Larry Charles opens up in new memoir
In his new memoir "Comedy Samurai," legendary writer and director Larry Charles opens up about working behind the scenes of some of TV and film's most daring comedies, from "Curb Your Enthusiasm" to "Entourage."
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Evacuation flights arrive from Israel
With missile strikes damaging parts of Israel, states like Florida are stepping in to assist in rescue efforts. Manuel Bojorquez is at Tampa International Airport with the latest.