12/29/2024: Full Episode
First, Pope Francis: The 60 Minutes Interview. Then, see inside Notre Dame. And, visit Lalibela, the mysterious holy site.
Steve Kroft reports on Washington's open secret: Profitable PACs; then, Clarissa Ward visits a hospital in Sudan that offers free, life-saving surgeries; and, salmon farms: do they help or hurt wild salmon? Dr. Sanjay Gupta reports.
Lesley Stahl gets rare access inside an American nuclear control center and meets the young airmen who watch over some of the world's deadliest weapons; and,in one of the more remarkable humanitarian stories of WWII, Briton Nicholas Winton helped save hundreds of mostly Jewish children from Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia on the eve of the war.
Bob Simon reports on the aftermath of the disaster in Fukushima, Japan, and finds toxic ghost towns frozen in time; then, nurse practitioners are providing badly needed healthcare to the uninsured working poor in Appalachia -- medical mercy for those left out of Obamacare and ineligible for Medicaid; and, Morley Safer reports on the discovery of the largest cache of missing art since WWII and the battle over its ownership.
Steve Kroft reports on a new book from Michael Lewis, "Flash Boys," that reveals how a group of unlikely characters discovered how some high speed traders work the stock market to their advantage; then, Scott Pelley profiles Elon Musk, who at 42 years old is a billionaire Silicon Valley entrepreneur; and, Roberts lost his sight as a child, but gained incredible insight into American music -- inspiring a generation of jazz musicians.
Federal investigators tell Scott Pelley the inside story of the Boston Marathon bombing manhunt; Bob Simon reports on a loose group of European thieves dubbed "the Pink Panthers;" New Yorker cartoon editor Bob Mankoff lets 60 Minutes cameras into the weekly process of picking the magazine's famous cartoons
Steve Kroft investigates the multibillion dollar industry that collects, analyzes and sells the personal information of millions of Americans with virtually no oversight; then, An inside look at the people behind the revolution that resulted in the parliamentary ouster of President Victor Yanukovych and Russia's power grab in Crimea; and, A new $1.3 billion radio telescope is allowing scientists to see parts of the universe they've seen never before, offering insight into how it all began.
Despite billions invested by the U.S. government in so-called "Cleantech" energy, Washington and Silicon Valley have little to show for it; then, Kim Dotcom ran a site called "Megaupload" and calls himself a businessman, but U.S. authorities call him a copyright thief; and, Volcanoes are found all over the world and many could spew lava and mass destruction -- we just don't know when.
The NSA allows 60 Minutes cameras inside the agency's secure areas for the first time to explain what it does and what it says it doesn't do: spy on Americans; then, Who is Edward Snowden? John Miller reports on what the NSA has learned about the contractor responsible for stealing 1.7 million classified documents. Plus, see for the first time the black chamber - a secret room where the nation's code breakers work; and, The turmoil in Egypt has led to one of the worse persecutions of the country's Coptic Christians in the nearly 2,000-year history of the sect.
Amazon is the world's largest online retailer, serving 225M customers worldwide. What's next for the company that prides itself on disrupting tradition? Then, It's hard to imagine America without the Capitol Dome, but when you hear how it was created it becomes hard to imagine it exists at all. Scott; and, In an extreme sport in which divers reach great depths on one breath, records are being broken and doctors are surprised by feats never thought possible.
FBI agents tell Steve Kroft about their 16-year search and eventual capture of Boston mobster Whitey Bulger, once No. 1 on the Most Wanted list; then, 60 Minutes gets a rare look inside new therapy sessions that are changing the lives of vets who suffer from PTSD, post-traumatic stress disorder; and, Malcolm Gladwell talks with Anderson Cooper about the link between adversity and innovation.
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Matthew Schrier's kidnapping, torture and escape from Syrian rebels provides a rare first-hand look into the brutal ways of the extremist rebel factions battling the Syrian dictatorship; then, A little, wearable camera is putting its owners in their own movies, doing everything from walking down the street to jumping out of an airplane. Anderson Cooper reports on GoPro, the world's best-selling camera that's revolutionizing the world of video; and, Meet Henry Grossman, the photographer whose images -- especially of JFK and the Beatles -- remain iconic landmarks of a ripe period in American history.
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First, Pope Francis: The 60 Minutes Interview. Then, see inside Notre Dame. And, visit Lalibela, the mysterious holy site.
In a rare interview, Pope Francis answers questions on global conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, migrants in the U.S., sexual abuse in the church, and more during a conversation with Norah O'Donnell.
Jensen Huang leads Nvidia – a tech company with a skyrocketing stock and the most advanced technology for artificial intelligence.
Former U.S. Ambassador Victor Manuel Rocha spent decades spying for Cuba. Before Rocha there was Ana Montes, a Pentagon analyst who spent 17 years spying for Cuba.
Five years after a fire ravaged the Cathedral of Notre Dame, the beloved Paris landmark has reopened. With finishing touches underway, French President Emmanuel Macron told 60 Minutes what it means.
In the northern highlands of Ethiopia stand 11 churches that the Ethiopian Orthodox Church says were built by angels
"Oppenheimer" star Cillian Murphy pulled back the curtain to talk about his approach to acting.
First, a report on the Americans spying for Cuba in the U.S. Then, hear from Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang on the AI future. Next, Cillian Murphy: The 60 Minutes Interview. And, remembering Jimmy Carter.
In the northern highlands of Ethiopia stand 11 churches that the Ethiopian Orthodox Church says were built by angels. Scott Pelley reports.
“Oppenheimer” star Cillian Murphy pulled back the curtain to talk about his approach to acting.
Law enforcement in Las Vegas is addressing the investigation underway into a Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside of Trump Towers early Wednesday.
President Biden will deliver remarks from the White House highlighting the 235 judges confirmed by the Senate during his single term in office.
China's Ministry of Commerce adds 28 U.S. entities to export control list to "safeguard national security and interests."
The Sugar Bowl, postponed after a tragic New Year's Day terror attack in New Orleans, will now kick off today at 3 p.m. CST.
Tesla's increase in global sales in the fourth quarter was not enough to overcome a sluggish first half of the year.
China's Ministry of Commerce adds 28 U.S. entities to export control list to "safeguard national security and interests."
Tesla's increase in global sales in the fourth quarter was not enough to overcome a sluggish first half of the year.
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
Some states are ushering in lower income tax rates in January, part of a recent push to cut taxes for their residents.
New Year's Day is observed by banks and delivery services, but holiday policies for individual retailers vary. Here's what to know.
President Biden will deliver remarks from the White House highlighting the 235 judges confirmed by the Senate during his single term in office.
The Assistant Director of the FBI's Counterterrorism will brief the committee members and staff in a call on Thursday morning, according to a committee aide.
Rep. Bennie Thompson, a Mississippi Democrat, and former Rep. Liz Cheney, a Wyoming Republican, served as chair and vice chair of the House Jan. 6 select committee.
The 119th Congress begins Friday with Republicans in full control of the House and Senate for the first time since 2019. Here's what to know.
The explosion outside the Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day is being investigated as a possible act of terrorism, sources said.
This year, a new spending cap on medication goes into effect for the first time for people on Medicare. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains its impact.
The H5N1 bird flu virus has been found in samples of Monarch Raw Pet Food, and a cat that ate the food is confirmed to have been infected.
Looking to amp up your exercise as part of your New Year's resolutions? Here's how to calculate the intensity of your workouts.
New Year's resolutions rarely last. Here's why they fail so often and how to change that, according to an expert.
Gardners Candies warns that recalled Meltaway Bars product may contain undeclared cashews, a health risk for people with tree nut allergies.
It is hoped the discovery will provide clues about how dinosaurs interacted, as well as their size and the speeds at which they moved.
China's Ministry of Commerce adds 28 U.S. entities to export control list to "safeguard national security and interests."
The flight was carrying 181 passengers and crew when it belly-landed before slamming into a barrier, killing all aboard except two flight attendants.
Officials said the drone was not armed, but the police report listed "potential national security implications" as one significance of its recovery.
The alleged attacks took place in the nightclub area of the city of Nadi, home to the international airport, officials said.
Here are the new books and characters joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.
A variety of New Year's Eve performers are expected for tonight's Times Square ball drop to ring in 2025.
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reached a divorce settlement, her lawyer says, apparently ending one of the longest and most contentious divorces in Hollywood history.
The FBI believes their homes were targeted as part of the larger trend involving organized crime groups.
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
The Treasury Department says Chinese hackers accessed several department workstations and unclassified documents. China denies any involvement.
President-elect Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court Friday to pause a potential U.S. ban on TikTok from taking effect. In his brief, he said he said he wants to delay the ban in order to give time for his incoming administration to "pursue a negotiated resolution."
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.
The OpenAI issue was caused by an "upstream provider," according to the artificial intelligence organization.
New artificial intelligence features appeared across the tech landscape this year, from the latest iPhone to chatbots like Google's Gemini. Adam Auriemma, the editor-in-chief at CNET, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
It is hoped the discovery will provide clues about how dinosaurs interacted, as well as their size and the speeds at which they moved.
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Solar storms may bring northern lights to several states in the northern U.S. just in time for New Year's Eve, but cloud cover may put a damper on festivities.
Hundreds of new species across the globe were identified by scientists in 2024.
Americans throw away billions of pounds of used clothes every year. But now, California is the first state to hold textile companies responsible for their products from start to finish. CBS News' Danya Bacchus explains.
The FBI revealed more details about Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the man who carried out a terrorist attack on New Year's Day in Louisiana, including apparent comments he made online and more about his days before the attack on New Orleans' Bourbon Street. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has more on the federal investigation.
The FBI provided more details about the terrorist attack in New Orleans where at least 14 people died and dozens were injured. Officials now say the attacker acted alone when he left behind several explosive devices before ramming a truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street. CBS News' Kati Weis reports.
The FBI is seeking digital devices and any other evidence at the home of Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the 42-year-old Texas resident who traveled to New Orleans and carried out a terrorist attack on Bourbon Street. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is commenting on what he believes caused a Cybertruck to explode outside the Trump Towers in Las Vegas. This comes as more details emerge about the man who apparently rented the vehicle. KLAS' Brian Will has more on the investigation into the blast.
Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the man who rammed a truck into a crowd of people on New Orleans' popular Bourbon Street, served in the U.S. military and was deployed for 11 months to Afghanistan, an Army spokesperson said. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata reports as more questions also emerge about an explosion in Las Vegas.
The first meteor shower of 2025 is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can see the Quadrantids.
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Skywatchers can mark the calendar with a busy lineup of celestial occurrences in 2025.
NASA's Parker Solar Probe hurtled through the sizzling solar atmosphere and passed within a record-breaking 3.8 million miles of the sun's surface.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
The FBI revealed more details about Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the man who carried out a terrorist attack on New Year's Day in Louisiana, including apparent comments he made online and more about his days before the attack on New Orleans' Bourbon Street. CBS News' Nicole Sganga has more on the federal investigation.
The FBI provided more details about the terrorist attack in New Orleans where at least 14 people died and dozens were injured. Officials now say the attacker acted alone when he left behind several explosive devices before ramming a truck into a crowd on Bourbon Street. CBS News' Kati Weis reports.
Washington, D.C., is bolstering security measures for several big events occurring in the nation's capital, including the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter. CBS News' Skyler Henry has more on the plans to memorialize Carter.
President-elect Donald Trump slammed the Biden administration and its immigration policies before more details emerged about the identity of the man who rammed his truck into a crowd in New Orleans. CBS News' Libby Cathey has more.
The FBI is seeking digital devices and any other evidence at the home of Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the 42-year-old Texas resident who traveled to New Orleans and carried out a terrorist attack on Bourbon Street. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.