Viral judge turns every wedding into a party
When couples come before Dallas Judge Adam Swartz to say "I do," it's more than a legal ceremony — it's a bonafide bash. Janet Shamlian has more.
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Students, staff put on surprise wedding for principal at New York school
Brianna Lanoye, the principal of the Buffalo Academy of Science, kept telling people she wanted to invite the whole school to her wedding. So, her school did the next best thing.
Students throw surprise wedding for principal
When a principal wished she could invite all her students to her wedding, they made it happen -- with a surprise ceremony at school. Steve Hartman has the story in "On the Road."
Why a Cincinnati bride's landlord walked her down the aisle
Shacole Fox never knew her father. She thought she didn't care and wouldn't miss something she never felt she had. But as her wedding day approached, she started to feel a void.
Why a bride's landlord walked her down the aisle
Shacole Fox never knew her father. She thought she didn't care and wouldn't miss something she never felt she had. But as her wedding day approached, she started to feel a void. Steve Hartman has her story in "On the Road."
Breaking down Taylor Swift's engagement news
Music superstar Taylor Swift is engaged to 10-time NFL Pro Bowler Travis Kelce, the pair announced in a social media post on Tuesday. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent and Nancy Cordes have more.
Photos: Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sánchez's wedding draws celebrity crowd
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez got married Friday in Venice, and movie stars, TV personalities and business titans joined the celebrations.
Hundreds protest Jeff Bezos' extravagant wedding
Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of Venice, Italy, protesting Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos' extravagant wedding to Lauren Sánchez. Elizabeth Palmer reports on the buzz and the backlash.
Jeff Bezos, Lauren Sánchez's Venice wedding
Billionaire Jeff Bezos is getting married to Lauren Sánchez in Venice, Italy, where protesters have gathered to object to the lavish affair. CBS News' Haley Ott reports.
World of Weddings: Same-sex couples in Israel
In our World of Weddings series, we are exploring the different ways people get married and celebrate their love around the globe. Seth Doane traveled to Tel Aviv where he met a same-sex couple who had to find a legal loophole to get their marriage recognized.
Wedding planner on cost of Indian weddings
In our series, World of Weddings, we traveled to India where modern technology is blending with centuries-old marriage traditions. In this excerpt, Ramy Inocencio spoke with wedding planner Mehak Sagar about the cost of Indian weddings.
Indian couple on their arranged marriage
In our series, World of Weddings, we traveled to India where modern technology is blending with centuries-old marriage traditions. In this excerpt, Ramy Inocencio spoke with Sumit Gambhir and Vani Mehta about how their modern-day arranged marriage came to be.
Shaadi.com CEO on love in India
In our series, World of Weddings, we traveled to India where modern technology is blending with centuries-old marriage traditions. In this excerpt, Ramy Inocencio spoke with Shaadi.com founder and CEO Anupam Mittal on why marriage in India is a stage of life like childhood and adolescence.
Behind the economy of weddings in India
In our series, World of Weddings, we traveled to India where modern technology is blending with centuries-old marriage traditions. In this excerpt, Ramy Inocencio spoke with TV host Ambika Anand about how much Indians spend at weddings, and how it creates its own economy.
World of Weddings: India blends tradition & tech
We're kicking off our series, World of Weddings, in India where modern technology is blending with centuries-old marriage traditions. Ramy Inocencio met a young couple who were basically strangers until six months before they tied the knot.
Bridesmaids swap bouquets for puppies
Instead of holding flowers, these bridesmaids held 5-week-old puppies in need of adoption, hoping to find them a forever home at the wedding.
From 2012: Bill Geist as father of the bride
Bill Geist's daughter Libby practically grew up on "Sunday Morning," appearing in many of her dad's segments. Now Geist joins countless fathers in another ritual, as he becomes father of the bride. (Originally aired on June 17, 2012.)
Surprise! You're attending a wedding!
Are you the spontaneous type? Can you keep a secret? Then you might be someone to throw a "surprise wedding," an increasingly popular option for couples hoping to avoid the stresses of wedding planning or fighting bridesmaids. Plus, you get to surprise people! Luke Burbank met an Ohio couple who sprang the big news to their guests at a party that suddenly turned matrimonial.
David's Bridal expands offerings from DoorDash deliveries to couture
From $99 dresses on DoorDash to bespoke gowns, David's Bridal strives to charm every kind of bride.
Trump tariffs could impact wedding costs
Peak wedding season officially kicks off next week. The average wedding in the U.S. costs over $30,000 and event planners are warning that prices could go up from President Trump's new tariffs. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Nancy Chen reports.
How tariffs could affect wedding costs
The average wedding in the U.S. costs more than $30,000. Now, event planners are warning couples that prices could go up because of tariffs. CBS News' Nancy Chen shows how to say "I do" without going into debt.
Tariffs on China could raise wedding dress prices
American brides are facing the impact of the trade war, as tariffs on imports from China threaten to raise the cost of wedding gowns. Janet Shamlian reports.
YouTube star arrested after lion cub causes wedding chaos
Pakistani YouTube star Rajab Butt has avoided jail after promising a judge to upload animal rights videos for a year.
Inside a U.K. couple's "secondhand wedding"
Tying the knot can be pricey, with the average cost of a wedding estimated at about $35,000. But CBS News' Leah Mishkin met a British couple who've proven you don't have to break the bank to have the wedding of your dreams.
Truck carrying wedding guests plunges into a river, killing dozens
An Ethiopian hospital director says at least 66 people have died after a truck packed with wedding guests plunged into a river.
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House set to vote this evening on Senate funding bill to end shutdown
The House is returning Wednesday for the first time Sept. 19 to vote on a Senate-passed bill that would end the government shutdown. Follow live updates here.
Epstein said Trump "knew about the girls" in 2019 email, House Democrats say
The three emails appear to be exchanges between convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, as well as the author Michael Wolff and Epstein.
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Google sues China-based hackers over massive text-phishing scams
Google said the fake messages are part of a massive criminal network called "Lighthouse" that has stolen information through phishing and smishing scams.
Jack Schlossberg, JFK's grandson, launches N.Y. congressional bid
The only grandson of John F. Kennedy, Jack Schlossberg, is vying to become the latest Kennedy family scion to enter Congress.
Trump hosting White House dinner with financial industry execs
President Trump is planning to host a private dinner Wednesday with a group of Wall Street titans, sources told CBS News, as the president seeks stronger business ties.
House returns after nearly 2-month absence as shutdown nears end
The House returns Wednesday for the first time since the start of the government shutdown, bringing an end to the chamber's longest absence in recent memory.
Treatment of Venezuelans at Salvadoran prison amounted to "torture," report says
A report released by human rights groups found that the treatment of Venezuelan migrants imprisoned in El Salvador amounted to arbitrary detention and enforced disappearance.
Israeli president says he can't pardon Netanyahu on Trump's request alone
Israel's president says Trump sent him a letter asking him to pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who's on trial in three separate corruption cases.
County apologizes for raid on newspaper, agrees to pay $3 million
The Marion County Record editor's mother Joan, who co-owned the paper, died of a heart attack the day after the raid.
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Northern lights spotted in skies across U.S. See the photos.
Northern lights were seen in states spanning from Minnesota and Massachusetts to Florida, Colorado and Texas.
Treatment of Venezuelans at Salvadoran prison amounted to "torture," report says
A report released by human rights groups found that the treatment of Venezuelan migrants imprisoned in El Salvador amounted to arbitrary detention and enforced disappearance.
Flight cancellations, air travel delays could persist after shutdown ends
Travelers may still have to deal with flight issues even when the government shutdown ends, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said.
Epstein said Trump "knew about the girls" in 2019 email, House Democrats say
The three emails appear to be exchanges between convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, as well as the author Michael Wolff and Epstein.
County apologizes for raid on newspaper, agrees to pay $3 million
The Marion County Record editor's mother Joan, who co-owned the paper, died of a heart attack the day after the raid.
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Trump hosting White House dinner with financial industry execs
President Trump is planning to host a private dinner Wednesday with a group of Wall Street titans, sources told CBS News, as the president seeks stronger business ties.
A 107% U.S. import tax on Italian pasta could make your spaghetti pricier
The Trump administration is considering a new import duty on 13 of Italy's largest pasta exporters, including Barilla and La Molisana.
Sonder tells guests to leave immediately after Marriott partnership ends
After Sonder said it was shutting down, one guest told CBS News he returned to his short-term rental to find his luggage in the hallway.
Wendy's to close hundreds of U.S. stores as low-income consumers cut back
Wendy's plans to close hundreds U.S. restaurants over the next few months amid spending cutbacks from its customers.
Baby formula recall expands as at least 15 infants sickened by botulism
An outbreak of botulism tied to ByHeart baby formula has made at least 15 infants sick in 12 states, a California health official said Monday. Here's what to know.
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Treatment of Venezuelans at Salvadoran prison amounted to "torture," report says
A report released by human rights groups found that the treatment of Venezuelan migrants imprisoned in El Salvador amounted to arbitrary detention and enforced disappearance.
Epstein said Trump "knew about the girls" in 2019 email, House Democrats say
The three emails appear to be exchanges between convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, as well as the author Michael Wolff and Epstein.
Israeli president says he can't pardon Netanyahu on Trump's request alone
Israel's president says Trump sent him a letter asking him to pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who's on trial in three separate corruption cases.
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House set to vote this evening on Senate funding bill to end shutdown
The House is returning Wednesday for the first time Sept. 19 to vote on a Senate-passed bill that would end the government shutdown. Follow live updates here.
Trump hosting White House dinner with financial industry execs
President Trump is planning to host a private dinner Wednesday with a group of Wall Street titans, sources told CBS News, as the president seeks stronger business ties.
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ByHeart baby formula recalls all products amid growing botulism outbreak
Baby formula manufacturer ByHeart recalled all of its products sold nationwide Tuesday.
Air pollution in India's capital draws protests as schools are shuttered
India's capital Delhi is blanketed in toxic smog every autumn, but the pollution is already so bad that it's drawn protests as authorities tell students to stay home.
Baby formula recall expands as at least 15 infants sickened by botulism
An outbreak of botulism tied to ByHeart baby formula has made at least 15 infants sick in 12 states, a California health official said Monday. Here's what to know.
"They don't return home": U.S. cities fail to curb traffic deaths
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Houston reported more traffic fatalities than homicides last year.
Extended: FDA chief on menopause treatments
FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary tells CBS News' Norah O'Donnell in an exclusive interview why the agency decided to drop decades-old "black box" warnings on many hormone therapy drugs used for menopause and perimenopause symptoms.
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Treatment of Venezuelans at Salvadoran prison amounted to "torture," report says
A report released by human rights groups found that the treatment of Venezuelan migrants imprisoned in El Salvador amounted to arbitrary detention and enforced disappearance.
Israeli president says he can't pardon Netanyahu on Trump's request alone
Israel's president says Trump sent him a letter asking him to pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who's on trial in three separate corruption cases.
Turkish military cargo plane crash kills 20 soldiers
20 Turkish troops were killed when their C-130 military cargo plane hurtled to the ground in neighboring Georgia for reasons yet to be determined.
Lawmakers in Kazakhstan pass Russian-style anti-LGBTQ law
Kazakhstan is set to follow its neighbor Russia in banning the promotion of "non-traditional sexual orientation," raising concern from human rights groups.
13 tons of U.S.-bound cocaine seized from ferry, Panama says
It was one the biggest such hauls in Panamanian waters to date, authorities said.
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Alicia Silverstone on "A Merry Little Ex-Mas"
Actor Alicia Silverstone stars in, and is the executive producer of, "A Merry Little Ex-Mas." She plays a recently divorced mom who is planning the perfect Christmas, until it's interrupted. She talks to "CBS Mornings" about the film, drawing on experiences in her own life for the role and discusses the 30th anniversary of the iconic movie "Clueless."
"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" bandleader dies at 59
Jimmy Kimmel announced Cleto Escobedo III, his longtime friend and bandleader of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!," has died at 59. Escobedo has been with the show since it premiered in 2003, and he and Kimmel were friends since childhood.
People can't tell AI-generated music from real thing anymore, survey shows
It's become nearly impossible for people to tell the difference between music generated by artificial intelligence and that created by humans, according to a survey of 9,000 people.
Cleto Escobedo III, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" bandleader, dies at 59
Cleto Escobedo III, longtime bandleader of the "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" show, has died, Jimmy Kimmel announced Tuesday. He was 59.
Rob Riggle on journey from military to comedy
Actor Rob Riggle is known for his comedic roles on screen. He's also an author and a veteran. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" about his more than 20 years of military service, his journey to Hollywood and new memoir "Grit, Spit and Never Quit: A Marine's Guide to Comedy and Life."
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People can't tell AI-generated music from real thing anymore, survey shows
It's become nearly impossible for people to tell the difference between music generated by artificial intelligence and that created by humans, according to a survey of 9,000 people.
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Google sues China-based hackers over massive text-phishing scams
Google said the fake messages are part of a massive criminal network called "Lighthouse" that has stolen information through phishing and smishing scams.
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.
Embryo testing that predicts height, IQ
Herasight is a genetic screening company that charges $50,000 to allow hopeful parents to analyze embryos for genetic information like lifespan, height and IQ in life.
Lawsuits accuse ChatGPT of enabling suicide
At least seven families are suing tech giant OpenAI, claiming that its ChatGPT program drove people to suicide and harmful delusions. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
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Scientists discover new "lucifer" bee with devil-like horns
Kit Prendergast discovered the bee while surveying a critically endangered wildflower and was drawn to the insect's unique appearance.
Promising clinical trials for Alzheimer's
Recent studies have shown new antibody drugs to slow cognitive decline among people with early-onset Alzheimer's – a critical finding, given that the disease as of now has no cure. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook visits Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, which is conducting important research into treating the disease before symptoms arise. The clinical trials involve the 1 to 2 percent of people with Alzheimer's who are genetically predisposed to developing dementia. He also talks with philanthropist Bill Gates, who has already donated $300 million to support Alzheimer's research.
Embryo testing that predicts height, IQ
Herasight is a genetic screening company that charges $50,000 to allow hopeful parents to analyze embryos for genetic information like lifespan, height and IQ in life.
James Watson, co-discoverer of the shape of DNA, dies at 97
James D. Watson, who helped discover the structure of DNA, has died at 97 years old.
Hundreds of dolphins found dead in lake were in water hotter than jacuzzi
"You couldn't put your finger in the water," said the lead author of the study, which spotlights the impacts of planetary warming on aquatic ecosystems.
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House committee releases more Epstein emails
Democratic lawmakers in the House Oversight Committee released a set of emails that appear to highlight what Jeffrey Epstein claimed that President Trump knew about his dealings. CBS News' Nikole Killion and Nancy Cordes report.
13 tons of U.S.-bound cocaine seized from ferry, Panama says
It was one the biggest such hauls in Panamanian waters to date, authorities said.
Exclusive
Google sues China-based hackers over massive text-phishing scams
Google said the fake messages are part of a massive criminal network called "Lighthouse" that has stolen information through phishing and smishing scams.
Killer who wrote message in victim's blood to die by firing squad after appeal rejected
South Carolina is set to execute the third man by firing squad since executions restarted in September 2024.
Eva LaRue opens up about stalker: "There was no place to hide"
Actress Eva LaRue opens up about her yearslong stalker and the two-part documentary detailing her experience.
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Severe geomagnetic storm could bring northern lights to much of U.S.
A severe geomagnetic storm could cause widespread disruption to infrastructure technology and make northern lights visible for much of the northern half of the U.S.
Building the next space station
Astronauts opened the hatch to the International Space Station for the first time 25 years ago. The station will be retired at the end of the decade and there's a new type of space race on to replace it. CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports.
Trump re-nominates billionaire Jared Isaacman to run NASA
President Donald Trump is nominating Jared Isaacman to serve as his NASA administrator after all.
Scientists discover black hole flare with the light of 10 trillion suns
Researcher Matthew Graham said scientists didn't initially "believe the numbers about the energy" emitting from the cosmic display.
25 years of International Space Station
Over the past 25 years, the International Space Station has hosted 280 people from 23 countries. Jericka Duncan speaks with former astronauts about their time living 250 miles above Earth.
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House committee releases more Epstein emails
Democratic lawmakers in the House Oversight Committee released a set of emails that appear to highlight what Jeffrey Epstein claimed that President Trump knew about his dealings. CBS News' Nikole Killion and Nancy Cordes report.
Google files lawsuit over text phishing scams
Google filed what it calls a first-of-its-kind lawsuit under the RICO Act targeting unknown operators who allegedly built a "phishing-as-a-service" platform to power mass text attacks. Google says the fake messages are part of a massive criminal network called "Lighthouse" that has stolen information through phishing and smishing scams.
Alicia Silverstone on "A Merry Little Ex-Mas"
Actor Alicia Silverstone stars in, and is the executive producer of, "A Merry Little Ex-Mas." She plays a recently divorced mom who is planning the perfect Christmas, until it's interrupted. She talks to "CBS Mornings" about the film, drawing on experiences in her own life for the role and discusses the 30th anniversary of the iconic movie "Clueless."
Dave Portnoy responds to antisemitic incident
Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy responded to antisemitic comments shouted at him last week, telling "CBS Mornings" he declined to press charges, adding the individual's "face being attached to this incident for the rest of his life should be punishment enough." An interview with Portnoy, filmed before the incident, will air Sunday on "CBS Sunday Morning."
Ronaldo says 2026 World Cup will be his last
Cristiano Ronaldo announced Tuesday that next year's World Cup in North America would be his last. The 40-year-old soccer star has played in five World Cups.