World's first passenger train marks milestone
The world's first passenger train took its maiden voyage in rural England in 1825, making this year its bicentennial. "CBS Saturday Morning" reports on its impact.
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King Charles and royal family, minus Andrew, gather for Christmas
King Charles III led his family to church on foot ahead of his annual Christmas Day speech that is expected to focus on pilgrimage.
British man charged with repeatedly drugging and raping his now ex-wife
Philip Young was charged with 56 sexual offences, including multiple counts of rape and administering a substance with the intent to "stupefy" Joanne Young, his ex-wife.
Thousands gather for winter solstice celebrations at Stonehenge
Many make the pilgrimage to the stone circle every summer and winter and consider it a spiritual experience.
U.K. police tout "more assertive" approach to antisemitism at protests
After Bondi Beach attack, Britain's two biggest police forces indicate they will arrest people who use "phrases causing fear in Jewish communities."
BBC vows to defend itself from Trump's $10 billion lawsuit
As Trump seeks a vast sum in damages from the U.K. public broadcaster for alleged defamation and unfair trade practice, BBC indicates it won't settle without a fight.
Controversial Chinese embassy in London delayed
China's plans for a massive new embassy in the British capital were delayed until January. Construction plans have proven controversial, with some raising espionage concerns. Ramy Inocencio has more from London.
Police find no evidence former prince asked guard to investigate Giuffre
British police say they have found no evidence that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor asked a bodyguard to investigate Virginia Giuffre.
King Charles III on cancer treatment
King Charles III, who shared his cancer diagnosis with the world in February 2024, announced Friday that he would be scaling back his treatment after his doctors have seen success. The monarch also pushed for people to get early screenings, saying, "Early diagnosis quite simply saves lives."
King Charles says he'll scale back cancer treatment thanks to early diagnosis
King Charles III says that his cancer treatment will be reduced in the new year because of early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to doctor's orders.
Russian sub tracked off U.K. amid "underwater threats"
A British naval supply ship with an on-board helicopter was deployed to track the stealthy Kilo-class submarine Krasnodar, the Royal Navy said.
More than 600 British Empire artifacts stolen from U.K. museum
Police said they wanted to talk to four unidentified men, all wearing caps or hoodies, seen in security camera images carrying bags in the early hours.
China wants a "super embassy" in London
China's purchase of a historical building in the heart of London to form a "super embassy" is raising concerns about security in the United Kingdom. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Zelenskyy seeks security guarantees in London
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London on Monday to seek security guarantees as he pushes for an end to his country's war with Russia. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has the latest.
U.K. woman stitches strength into neurodiversity-themed fashion startup
Mille Haywood is overcoming her own mental health challenges and helping others with clothes that offer "comfort hugs," and a "Slay-DHD" attitude.
Man nears end of walk across the world
Ramy Inocencio shares the story of a man who set out to walk around the world. 27 years later, he's now nearing the home stretch.
U.K. and Norway sign pact to "hunt Russian submarines" in North Atlantic
The United Kingdom and Norway have signed a pact to create a naval alliance in the North Atlantic, aimed at protecting undersea cables and hunting Russian submarines.
U.K. sanctions Russia as probe blames Putin for deadly 2018 poison attack
A U.K. inquiry says Russian agents "carry out Putin's bidding," blaming him for a deadly 2018 attack in England using the nerve agent Novichok.
U.K. expanding its sugar tax to include milk-based drinks
The U.K. this week extended its sugar tax to some coffee drinks and milkshakes in an ongoing effort to fight obesity.
U.K. expands sugar tax to include milk-based drinks
In British supermarkets, the war against sugar continues in the name of children's health. Holly Williams has the details.
Inside the V&A East Storehouse
The Victoria and Albert East Storehouse, a warehouse that holds items unable to fit in the renowned British museum's main space, offers the public a rare glimpse at history -- including David Bowie's trousers and an enormous Picasso piece.
Bronze Age "City of Seven Ravines" unearthed after 3,500 years
An archeological investigation into an ancient city in central Asia has shed new light on the region's economic history.
U.K. plans to drastically reduce protections for refugees
It intends to make refugees who have been granted asylum wait 20 years before applying to be allowed to live in the U.K. long-term.
Health officials warn of new flu outbreak
With flu season already well underway, health experts are tracking a new flu strain that has caused outbreaks in the U.K. and Canada. The new strain first emerged over the summer, four months after this year's flu vaccine was made. It is unclear if the new strain has made its way to the U.S. Dr. Amesh Adalja, senior scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, joined "The Daily Report" to discuss.
U.K. sends troops and tech to Belgium after drones force airport closures
Britain and Belgium aren't blaming anyone for the mystery drones, but they're the latest in a series of airspace violations one NATO ally calls Russian "hybrid warfare."
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ICE confirms officer fatally shot woman in Minneapolis
An ICE officer fatally shot a woman in south Minneapolis, according to the Department of Homeland Security's assistant secretary for public affairs.
U.S. military seizes 2 oil tankers linked to Venezuela
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize the oil tankers Marinera and Sophia, officials announced.
Nick Reiner to be arraigned in the murders of his parents
Rob and Michele Singer Reiner were found dead in their Los Angeles home in December. Their son Nick Reiner is facing murder charges.
RFK Jr. announces new dietary guidelines. Here's what to know.
The new dietary guidelines recommend limits on added sugars and mention gut health. Here's what to know.
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U.S. seizes tankers as Trump's Venezuela strategy draws scrutiny from Congress
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize two Venezuela-linked tankers as Trump administration officials prepared to brief all senators on Venezuela.
Iran leans into anti-Western bluster as it grapples with deadly protests
Iran says it has hanged a man who spied for Israel and is ready for a new military confrontation as it struggles to tamp down domestic unrest.
Rand Paul says military action in Greenland "won't happen under my watch"
Sen. Rand Paul says he opposes military action in Greenland as the White House says it is exploring all options for the territory, including military action.
Judge orders Lindsey Halligan to explain why she keeps using U.S. attorney title
A federal judge in November found that Lindsey Halligan had been invalidly appointed interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of New York.
Ex-NFL receiver Jordan Shipley severely burned in accident on ranch
Jordan Shipley is in critical but stable condition after sustaining severe burns in an accident at his ranch near Burnet, Texas, his family said.
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Rubio says U.S. will control money from sales of Venezuelan oil
Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters that the U.S. has a three-phase plan for Venezuela, with an initial emphasis on stabilizing the country.
Ex-NFL receiver Jordan Shipley severely burned in accident on ranch
Jordan Shipley is in critical but stable condition after sustaining severe burns in an accident at his ranch near Burnet, Texas, his family said.
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ICE confirms officer fatally shot person in south Minneapolis
An ICE officer fatally shot person Wednesday morning in south Minneapolis, according to Tricia McLaughlin, the Department of Homeland Security's assistant secretary for public affairs.
RFK Jr. announces new dietary guidelines. Here's what to know.
The new dietary guidelines recommend limits on added sugars and mention gut health. Here's what to know.
Johnson says State of the Union tentatively set for Feb. 24
House Speaker Mike Johnson said Wednesday that he expects the State of the Union will take place on Feb. 24, though the date does not appear to be set in stone and has not been officially scheduled.
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Warner Bros. Discovery rejects Paramount Skydance's latest hostile bid
Warner Bros. Discovery's board again urged shareholders to reject Paramount Skydance's offer, calling it inferior to Netflix's bid
Pilot who landed jet after panel blew out says Boeing unfairly blamed him
Captain Brandon Fisher was commended for helping ensure none of the 177 people aboard flight 1282 were killed when the blowout happened in January 2024.
Fliers left stranded after Venezuela strikes. Can travel insurance help?
Travel insurance won't help most people whose flights were disrupted by the turmoil in Venezuela. Here's what such policies do cover.
New study urges flyers to avoid tap water, coffee and tea on aircraft
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
How to file a refund claim in Amazon's $2.5 billion FTC settlement
Eligible Amazon customers can now request a refund from a settlement over allegations of deceptive Prime enrollment practices.
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Rubio says U.S. will control money from sales of Venezuelan oil
Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters that the U.S. has a three-phase plan for Venezuela, with an initial emphasis on stabilizing the country.
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ICE confirms officer fatally shot person in south Minneapolis
An ICE officer fatally shot person Wednesday morning in south Minneapolis, according to Tricia McLaughlin, the Department of Homeland Security's assistant secretary for public affairs.
Johnson says State of the Union tentatively set for Feb. 24
House Speaker Mike Johnson said Wednesday that he expects the State of the Union will take place on Feb. 24, though the date does not appear to be set in stone and has not been officially scheduled.
Rand Paul says military action in Greenland "won't happen under my watch"
Sen. Rand Paul says he opposes military action in Greenland as the White House says it is exploring all options for the territory, including military action.
White House announces "significant reset of federal nutrition policy" with dietary guidelines
The new dietary recommendations are a part of President Trump and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" agenda.
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RFK Jr. announces new dietary guidelines. Here's what to know.
The new dietary guidelines recommend limits on added sugars and mention gut health. Here's what to know.
Concerns with drinking water on some airlines
A new study found potential health concerns with the drinking water on some airlines where you might order coffee or tea. The review was of airplane drinking water stored in onboard tanks, not bottled products. Of the 10 major airlines, Delta scored best, while JetBlue and American were the bottom two carriers.
The CDC just sidelined these childhood vaccines. Here's what they prevent.
Six routine vaccines that have safeguarded millions from serious diseases are no longer being recommended for all children by the CDC.
Flu cases surge across U.S.
There have been at least 11 million cases of the flu so far this season. As cases climb, doctor visits for the flu have hit their highest level in almost three decades, the CDC says. Skyler Henry reports.
New study urges flyers to avoid tap water, coffee and tea on aircraft
New research recommends against drinking coffee or tea served by airlines, urging travelers to stick to bottled water.
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Trump's Greenland remarks are "pissing people off," Danish lawmaker says
Denmark and Greenland have requested a meeting with Marco Rubio, which one Danish lawmaker hopes will halt talk in D.C. "about wanting to acquire Greenland."
Rand Paul says military action in Greenland "won't happen under my watch"
Sen. Rand Paul says he opposes military action in Greenland as the White House says it is exploring all options for the territory, including military action.
Iran leans into anti-Western bluster as it grapples with deadly protests
Iran says it has hanged a man who spied for Israel and is ready for a new military confrontation as it struggles to tamp down domestic unrest.
U.S. military seizes 2 oil tankers linked to Venezuela
The U.S. carried out operations Wednesday to seize the oil tankers Marinera and Sophia, officials announced.
Brigitte Bardot's funeral draws hundreds to pay respects in Saint-Tropez
The funeral for Brigitte Bardot was private, but hundreds poured into the streets of Saint-Tropez to pay their respects to an icon of the 1960s silver screen.
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Sophie Turner talks new thriller "Steal"
"Game of Thrones" star Sophie Turner is starring in a new thriller series called "Steal." She plays Zara, who works at a London pension fund investment company when thieves force her to help them steal billions of dollars. She talks to CBS Mornings about the series, how she prepared for the role and rising to fame in "Game of Thrones."
Brigitte Bardot's funeral draws hundreds to pay respects in Saint-Tropez
The funeral for Brigitte Bardot was private, but hundreds poured into the streets of Saint-Tropez to pay their respects to an icon of the 1960s silver screen.
Nikki Glaser returning to host Golden Globes with "different approach"
Nikki Glaser is hosting the Golden Globes for a second time and told CBS Mornings about the challenges of picking the perfect jokes.
From the archives: Pioneering dancer Carmen de Lavallade
Dancer, choreographer, actress and teacher Carmen de Lavallade, one of the pioneers of American modern dance, and the first prima ballerina of Creole descent to perform at New York's Metropolitan Opera, died on Dec. 29, 2025 at age 94. In this Dec. 3, 2017 "Sunday Morning" report, de Lavallade talked with Rita Braver about her artistic journey (including her collaborations with Alvin Ailey and future husband Geoffrey Holder), and her decision to boycott a 2017 Kennedy Center Honorees reception following President Trump's remarks about White nationalists who marched in Charlottesville, Va.
Nikki Glaser on hosting Golden Globes
Comedian Nikki Glaser was the first woman to host the Golden Globes solo last year. She's returning to host the awards show again on Sunday. Glaser speaks to "CBS Mornings" about her preparation for the show.
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AI renewing some Utah prescriptions: Politico
In Utah, artificial intelligence can now renew some prescriptions. A Politico exclusive says the pilot program will "test how far patients and regulators are willing to trust AI in medicine." Yasmin Khorram, economic policy reporter for Politico, joins CBS News to discuss her reporting.
Laundry-folding robot debuts at CES 2026
Technology leaders are gathering in Las Vegas for CES, one of the industry's biggest conferences of the year. CNET editor at large Bridget Carey joins CBS News with a firsthand look at the new gadgets on display.
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.
Nvidia announces "Vera Rubin" AI platform
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang announced the new "Vera Rubin" AI platform at CES on Monday. CNET reporter David Katzmaier joins CBS News to discuss.
Nvidia unveils new "revolutionary" AI tech
Artificial intelligence technology giant Nvidia announced a new endeavor that it says will be revolutionary. Emily Bary, MarketWatch's assistant managing editor, joins CBS News with more.
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The history and mystery of kissing
If you rang in the new year with a kiss, you took part in a tradition millions of years in the making. Scientists now say the origins of kissing go back much farther than most think. CBS News' Tina Kraus has more.
2025 was so hot it pushed Earth past critical climate change mark
2025 was the third hottest year on record and pushed Earth past a critical climate change mark, scientists say.
Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
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What to expect from Nick Reiner's arraignment
Nick Reiner is set to be arraigned Wednesday on murder charges for the death of his parents, Rob and Michelle. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more on what to expect.
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ICE confirms officer fatally shot person in south Minneapolis
An ICE officer fatally shot person Wednesday morning in south Minneapolis, according to Tricia McLaughlin, the Department of Homeland Security's assistant secretary for public affairs.
Mental health could impact Nick Reiner's case
Nick Reiner, the son of Rob and Michele Reiner, is set to be arraigned Wednesday in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner. It comes as details emerge about his time in custody and how his mental health history could play a role in his case. Matt Gutman reports.
Trial for ex-Uvalde school officer begins
The trial has begun for the first officer tried in the deadly school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Adrian Gonzales pleaded not guilty to charges of abandoning or endangering a child. Prosecutors claim he failed to engage the gunman as 77 minutes went by before law enforcement confronted the shooter.
Nick Reiner arraignment postponed again in murders of his parents
Rob Reiner and his wife Michele were found dead in their Los Angeles home in December. Their son Nick Reiner is facing murder charges.
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Astronomers discover never-before-seen celestial object: "Cloud 9"
The hydrogen cloud is a remnant of the universe's early formation, NASA said in a news release.
NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
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Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Rubio, Hegseth on leverage in Venezuela
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Secretary of State Marco Rubio took questions from reporters on Capitol Hill before briefing lawmakers about operations in Venezuela.
What to expect from Nick Reiner's arraignment
Nick Reiner is set to be arraigned Wednesday on murder charges for the death of his parents, Rob and Michelle. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more on what to expect.
Congress briefing on Venezuela
The Trump administration is set to brief House lawmakers about the U.S. military operation in Venezuela on Wednesday. CBS News' Nikole Killion has the latest.
White House announces new dietary guidelines
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and other Trump Cabinet officials announced new dietary guidelines, which include prioritizing high-quality protein, healthy fats and avoiding highly processed foods and refined carbohydrates. He announced the new recommendations at a White House press briefing.
Johnson on Venezuela after Maduro's capture
House Speaker Mike Johnson took questions on the future of Venezuela and said Americans can "sleep well at night" after the operation to capture Nicolás Maduro.