Van Vader, iconic WWE star, is dead at 63
Leon White, one of professional wrestling's most iconic big men, died Monday evening at 63 after a long battle with various health issues
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Is it really possible for John Cena to get vasectomy reversed?
The actor and wrestler said he's willing to reverse his vasectomy so he and his girlfriend can have children, but can this surgery be successfully undone?
Former pro wrestler severely beaten over parking spot
Former pro wrestler Tom Magee was beaten severely in front of his home and neighbors said it all apparently began over a parking dispute
"Luscious" Johnny Valiant, former WWE wrestler, is dead at 71
Former WWE wrestler and manager Thomas M. Sullivan, better known as "Luscious" Johnny Valiant, was struck by a pickup truck and killed in Ross Township in Pennsylvania
Ronda Rousey faces uncertain future outside UFC
Rousey has met with WWE executives about the possibility of leaving the octagon for a career in sports entertainment
Controversial football league set to return
Nearly two decades after it flamed out, the XFL will be returning to a playing field near you
Report: WWE's Enzo Amore under investigation for sexual assault
WWE superstar and current cruiserweight champion Enzo Amore has been suspended by WWE after being accused of sexual assault
Wrestler Rich Swann arrested, charged with battery of wife
Swann, 26, was being held without bail Sunday in a Florida jail
John Cena reveals he was bullied as a kid
WWE star John Cena opens up about his own past struggles with bullying and learning to be comfortable in his own skin
WWE stars Brie Bella and Daniel Bryan welcome baby girl
Congrats to Brie Bella!
WWE's Kane, Glenn Jones, announces his bid for county mayor
During the WWE fighter's kick-off event on Tuesday in Tennessee's Knox County, Jones vowed to tap out high taxes and wasteful spending
George Steele, wrestling legend, is dead at 79
Wrestling legend and WWE Hall of Fame member George "the Animal" Steele has died, the WWE confirmed via Twitter
Linda McMahon, of WWE fame, testifies for Trump appointment
The erstwhile Connecticut Senate hopeful is President Trump's pick to run the Small Business Administration
WWE legend Big Van Vader reveals sad news
Mick Foley pushes for the wrestler to be added to WWE Hall of Fame inductees after hearing his health news
Wrestlers sue WWE over head injuries
The lawsuit is brought by Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka and dozens of other retired wrestlers
Watch: John Cena celebrates America's diversity
WWE star John Cena has a simple message for Independence Day: celebrate America's diversity
Jerry Lawler, girlfriend accused of domestic violence
Wrestler Jerry "The King" Lawler and his girlfriend both told police the other was the aggressor in an argument that turned physical, an affidavit says
WWE star arrested on domestic violence charges
Adam Rose, whose legal name is Raymond Leppan, allegedly took his wife's phone to prevent her from calling 911
New details are emerging about what led to Chyna's death at her California home last week
New details are emerging about what led to Chyna's death at her California home last week. In a new interview, the WWE wrestler's manager is saying with "98 percent certainty" that Chyna overdosed on a number of drugs. Watch for more details.
Chyna's brain to be donated for CTE research
Prior to Chyna's death, her rep said he had been trying to save the star
Chyna upbeat and optimistic in recent video interview
The famed female wrestler seemed focused on the future before her death Wednesday
Hulk Hogan, others react to the death of Chyna
The passing of 9th Wonder of the World Chyna on Wednesday caught the wrestling world off-guard
Former pro wrestling star Chyna dead at 46
One of the best-known and most popular female wrestlers ever joins long list of WWE pro wrestlers who died relatively young
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson to return to WrestleMania
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FBI weighs in on U.S. threat reported by Anonymous
Hacker group reportedly says it uncovered ISIS threats on weekend events
UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting suspect awaiting extradition to NYC
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson's killing, is now awaiting extradition to New York City.
Feds collected records of congressional staff, reporters in Trump-era leak probes
The Justice Department failed to follow internal policy and ignored protections when seeking records from members of Congress, dozens of congressional staffers and members of the media, a watchdog found.
Large brush fire forces evacuations in Malibu, California
The fire has already burned more than 2,200 acres of brush, firefighters said.
Prosecutors say Trump's conviction in "hush money" case should stand
Manhattan prosecutors say Donald Trump's election in November shouldn't mean his conviction in May needs to be vacated.
What we know about man charged in UnitedHeathcare CEO shooting
Luigi Mangione is charged in the deadly shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Trump trolls Trudeau as "governor" of the "great state" of Canada
President-elect Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently had dinner at Mar-a-Lago.
Senate Democrats press Biden to strengthen immigration protections
A group of Senate Democrats is pressing President Biden to work to "protect immigrant families" in the final weeks of his presidency.
Officer in fatal crash responding to Marjorie Taylor Greene bomb threat
A woman died in a car crash with an officer who at the time was responding to a bomb threat against Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, the congresswoman said.
Jamie Foxx reveals he had brain bleed and stroke last year
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
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New York prosecutors say Trump's conviction in "hush money" case should stand
Manhattan prosecutors say Donald Trump's election in November shouldn't mean his conviction in May needs to be vacated.
Another infant dies in outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat products
Cases now reported in eight states related to Yu Shang Food products sold online and at stores nationwide, officials say.
Feds collected records of congressional staff, reporters in Trump-era leak probes
The Justice Department failed to follow internal policy and ignored protections when seeking records from members of Congress, dozens of congressional staffers and members of the media, a watchdog found.
Altoona McDonald's visited by Luigi Mangione is flooded with negative reviews
Google said it has removed the disparaging comments because they violate its content policies.
Trump trolls Trudeau as "governor" of the "great state" of Canada
President-elect Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently had dinner at Mar-a-Lago.
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Another infant dies in outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat products
Cases now reported in eight states related to Yu Shang Food products sold online and at stores nationwide, officials say.
Altoona McDonald's visited by Luigi Mangione is flooded with negative reviews
Google said it has removed the disparaging comments because they violate its content policies.
Murdoch blocked from altering family trust to put son in charge of Fox News empire
The 93-year-old media mogul has argued family trust must be changed to allow Lachlan Murdoch to maintain Fox News' conservative bent.
Microsoft 365 suffers outage Tuesday morning
Microsoft 365 users reported being unable to access essential apps Tuesday morning.
U.S. "fondness for tall SUVs and pickups" compounds risks to pedestrians
The IIHS says a "small increase in crash speed can really ramp up the danger to a pedestrian," and our penchant for big vehicles "has intensified that effect."
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New York prosecutors say Trump's conviction in "hush money" case should stand
Manhattan prosecutors say Donald Trump's election in November shouldn't mean his conviction in May needs to be vacated.
Feds collected records of congressional staff, reporters in Trump-era leak probes
The Justice Department failed to follow internal policy and ignored protections when seeking records from members of Congress, dozens of congressional staffers and members of the media, a watchdog found.
Trump trolls Trudeau as "governor" of the "great state" of Canada
President-elect Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recently had dinner at Mar-a-Lago.
Senate Democrats press Biden to strengthen immigration protections
A group of Senate Democrats is pressing President Biden to work to "protect immigrant families" in the final weeks of his presidency.
Matt Gaetz to have show on pro-Trump network OAN
Former Rep. Matt Gaetz is launching a show on the far-right, pro-Trump network in January, his wife said.
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Another infant dies in outbreak tied to ready-to-eat meat products
Cases now reported in eight states related to Yu Shang Food products sold online and at stores nationwide, officials say.
Jamie Foxx reveals he had brain bleed and stroke last year
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
Americans are paying more than ever for health insurance
Consumers are venting frustrations about health insurance in wake of UnitedHealthcare CEO murder. Costs have outpaced inflation for years.
EPA bans two cleaner solvents linked to cancer
The Environmental Protection Agency banned two solvents known to cause a range of cancers: trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE).
Mysterious illness, dubbed "disease X," has killed dozens in Congo, WHO says
The WHO says 406 cases of the disease have been recorded and that more than half of those who died were children younger than 5.
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Syrians elated but anxious as they pore over ousted Assad's palace
Crowds came to sightsee around what was once the palace of longtime dictator Bashar al-Assad and to get to know the Islamist fighters who swept into Damascus.
Australian warship test-fires Tomahawk missile off U.S. coast
Australia's naval expansion plan comes as China and other powers in the Asia-Pacific and beyond build up their firepower.
Champion cyclist admits to lesser charge after death of Olympian wife
Rohan Dennis admitted to a charge of creating a risk of harm in relation to the December 2023 road death of his Olympian wife Melissa Hoskins.
Ukrainian fleeing war with kitten found alive in frigid mountains
Vladislav Duda was found "soaked and frozen" and severely hypothermic — along with his kitten named Peach.
Israeli PM Netanyahu takes stand in corruption trial for first time
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu is now juggling his own trial on corruption charges along with the war in Gaza and a new security challenge in neighboring Syria.
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Christian Slater, Patrick Gibson on "Dexter" prequel series
Actors Christian Slater and Patrick Gibson join "CBS Mornings" to discuss what to expect in "Dexter: Original Sin," which takes place 15 years before audiences first met Dexter in the original award-winning series.
Jamie Foxx reveals he had brain bleed and stroke last year
Jamie Foxx opened up about why he was hospitalized for several weeks in April 2023.
Christian Slater, Patrick Gibson on "Dexter"
Actors Christian Slater and Patrick Gibson join "CBS Mornings" to talk about starring in the highly-anticipated prequel "Dexter: Original Sin." The series takes place 15 years before audiences first met Dexter from the original award-winning series starring Michael C. Hall. It follows young Dexter, played by Gibson, as he evolves from college student to serial killing vigilante. Slater stars as Dexter's father, a homicide detective who teaches his son an ethical code for killing.
Billie Eilish on her doubts and new music
Billie Eilish is already a nine-time Grammy winner, but the 22-year-old says she still has doubts about her ability to create new music. She spoke to CBS News' Anthony Mason about her fears and her success.
Extended interview: Billie Eilish
In this web exclusive, "Sunday Morning" correspondent Anthony Mason sits down with music superstar Billie Eilish to talk about performing on her "Hit Me Hard and Soft" tour (her first without brother Finneas). She also discusses welcoming the label of "songwriter"; what she learned from writing the "Barbie" song "What Was I Made For?"; the perceived criticisms of her singing voice and the liberation she discovered after starting vocal lessons; and the power that she says comes from expressing vulnerability in her art.
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Microsoft 365 suffers outage Tuesday morning
Microsoft 365 users reported being unable to access essential apps Tuesday morning.
Who is David Sacks, Trump's crypto, AI czar?
The second Trump administration is poised to be a powerful ally for the crypto industry. President-elect Donald Trump spoke highly of cryptocurrencies on the campaign trail, and his cabinet picks reflect that, with former PayPal executive David Sacks set to serve as Trump's crypto and artificial intelligence czar. Makena Kelly, senior politics reporter for Wired, joins CBS News to dig into Sacks' background.
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.
Fortnite creator Epic Games sends customers $72 million refund. Here's why.
The game's design nudged people into racking up unauthorized charges, the FTC said. Here's how customers will be refunded.
Appeals court upholds law that would ban TikTok in U.S.
A federal appeals court upheld a law that will ban TikTok in the U.S. in the coming months if its Chinese parent company doesn't sell its stake in the app. Scott MacFarlane has more.
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Climate change could bring more snow in some areas
Experts predict climate change could actually make snow worse in some areas of the U.S. Meanwhile, nearly two-thirds of the U.S. is seeing less snowfall than in the 1970s. CBS News national climate correspondent Dave Malkoff explains how.
Wisdom, the world's oldest-known wild bird, lays an egg at 74
Wisdom the Laysan albatross was first tagged by researchers in 1956. Since then, she's believed to have raised as many as 30 chicks.
When should consumers buy electric cars?
President-elect Donald Trump indicated that once in office, he plans on ending the consumer tax credit for electric vehicle purchases. Business Insider autos senior reporter Nora Naughton joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the potential impact and when consumers should buy.
Starbucks plastic cup investigation
CBS News tracked plastic cups meant to be recycled by Starbucks and found that most of those did not end up at recycling facilities. CBS News' David Schechter breaks down the investigation's findings.
NASA shows off image of U.S. military's abandoned "city under the ice"
Scientists now have a clearer picture of Camp Century, an abandoned U.S. military base long hidden under the ice in Greenland, thanks to a NASA research team's good luck.
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Mangione awaits extradition hearing
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is awaiting an extradition hearing in Pennsylvania. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Champion cyclist admits to lesser charge after death of Olympian wife
Rohan Dennis admitted to a charge of creating a risk of harm in relation to the December 2023 road death of his Olympian wife Melissa Hoskins.
UnitedHealthcare CEO shooting suspect awaiting extradition to NYC
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson's killing, is now awaiting extradition to New York City.
Israeli PM Netanyahu takes stand in corruption trial for first time
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu is now juggling his own trial on corruption charges along with the war in Gaza and a new security challenge in neighboring Syria.
Lawmaker who was member of ruling coalition shot dead in Mexico
Benito Aguas Atlahua was a member of the Ecologist Green Party of Mexico, part of the ruling coalition that controls congress.
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Emily Calandrelli talks Blue Origin mission
Emily Calandrelli joins "CBS Mornings Plus" after recently becoming the 100th woman ever in space. She and her Blue Origin crewmates traveled over 62 miles above sea level during their mission last month.
Why you shouldn't wait for the Geminid meteor shower peak this year
The Geminid meteor shower this year is set to peak at almost the same time as December's full moon, which could make for challenging viewing conditions.
NASA's Artemis moon mission delayed yet again
NASA's next two Artemis moon missions have been pushed back once again, with the first lunar landing in more than a half-century not scheduled to take place until at least mid-2027. NASA said the delay is partly so that it can address issues with the Orion spacecraft's heat shield.
NASA delays next 2 Artemis moon missions to address heat shield, other issues
Heat shield damage seen during the first Artemis test flight is now understood, NASA says, but more time is needed to implement fixes.
More on small asteroid near Earth
A small asteroid neared the Earth's atmosphere before exploding. Derrick Pitts, the Franklin Institute's chief astronomer and planetarium director, joins CBS News with more on the phenomenon.
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The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
Summer music heats up 2024
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.
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Mangione awaits extradition hearing
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is awaiting an extradition hearing in Pennsylvania. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Netanyahu takes stand in corruption trial
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testified in his corruption trial Tuesday, denying any wrongdoing. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has more.
Hegseth on meeting with Sen. Joni Ernst
President-elect Donald Trump's pick for secretary of defense, Pete Hegseth, met Monday with Sen. Joni Ernst as he continues to push for support ahead of his confirmation hearing. CBS News congressional reporter Nikole Killion has more.
Gabbard says she stands with Trump on Syria
The fall of the Assad regime in Syria has put Tulsi Gabbard's history with the country in the spotlight as she works to garner support as President-elect Donald Trump's pick for director of national intelligence. CBS News political reporter Libby Cathey has more on Gabbard and the rest of Trump's administration picks.
What we know about arrest of Luigi Mangione
Luigi Mangione is facing murder charges in New York for last week's killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports on the arrest of Mangione in Pennsylvania that followed a multistate manhunt.