Who is Camilla, King Charles' wife and Britain's new queen?
Camilla Parker Bowles was first romantically linked with then-Prince Charles in the 1970s. Upon her coronation, she will be known simply as Queen Camilla.
King Charles III's Coronation
What will King Charles wear for his coronation?
Charles' coronation day attire will include a golden robe used by his grandfather, King George VI, for his crowing in 1937.
Why won't Meghan be with Prince Harry at the king's coronation?
One veteran British royal correspondent says it was "predictable" that the Duchess of Sussex would opt to sit out the big event, likely to "lessen the pain."
U.S. superfan camps out to secure prime view for king's coronation
Why would an American fly to London to spend five nights sleeping by the road? It's all for "the feeling in the air."
Man threw suspected shotgun cartridges over Buckingham Palace gates, police say
London police also conducted a controlled detonation of a suspicious bag as a precaution.
King Charles' sister says streamlined royal family not a "good idea"
In a rare pre-coronation interview, Princess Anne was asked about suggestions that the king might reduce the number of "working" members of his publicly funded family.
Want to check out King Charles' coronation? Here's what it will cost.
Prices for airfare to the U.K. and hotels in London are jumping as visitors plan trips to take in the historic pageantry.
"Coronation Chair" renovated and ready for King Charles III
King Charles and Queen Camilla will use several thrones for their coronation. One of them is "incredibly rare," and freshly prepped for its first use in 70 years.
King Charles' coronation: The schedule, and how to watch the ceremony
Roughly 2,000 guests have been invited to London on May 6 to witness the coronation of King Charles III. Here is the expected schedule and how to watch.
How Queen Elizabeth's coronation created a TV broadcasting battleground
With television in its infancy, CBS and NBC fought their first all-out war for supremacy in 1953 to screen the pageantry of the coronation to a post-war America.
"Stone of Destiny" moved from Scotland to London for king's coronation
Also known as the "Stone of Scone," the big rock was used for coronations in Scotland until it was seized more than 700 years ago by King Edward I.
A look at the Crown Jewels set to feature in King Charles' coronation
A set of sacred artifacts known collectively as the coronation regalia will play a central role in the ancient ceremony when King Charles III is crowned.
Ticketmaster blasted over coronation concert ticket sales
Customers claim vendor misled them into believing they'd scored tickets to see star-studded music event at Windsor Castle.
Anti-monarchy protests planned for King Charles' coronation day
Not all Brits are big fans of their own royal family, and as King Charles III is crowned, some will take to the streets to call for the monarchy's abolishment.
Who's on the guest list for King Charles III's coronation?
King Charles' coronation will be watched by millions of people around the world — but witnessed in person by only about 2,000 handpicked guests.
A look at King Charles III's car collection, valued at $15 million
The British monarch's truly unique vehicle fleet includes two-of-a-kind state limousines and a one-of-a-kind horse-drawn carriage covered in gold.
Poll highlights Brits' dwindling interest in their own royal family
With the king's coronation looming, a significant majority of U.K. residents in one broad age group say they're "not interested" in the royals.
Pope Francis gives shards of "True Cross" for King Charles' coronation
The shards will be incorporated into a new cross from Wales that will lead the coronation procession on May 6.
King Charles' official "coronation quiche" recipe raises some eyebrows
Called "more like spinach pie" by one critic and panned as a "weird choice" by another, here's what to know about "coronation quiche," the official dish of the coronation.
Coronation of King Charles III approaches
CBS News royal contributor and the former communications director for the Prince of Wales Julian Payne joins Errol Barnett and Lana Zak to discuss the forthcoming coronation of King Charles III. He also reflects on the announcement that Prince Harry will attend the ceremony, but his wife and children will not.
Prince Harry to attend King Charles' coronation without Meghan
"The Duchess of Sussex will remain in California with Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet," Buckingham Palace says.
Throne receives makeover before coronation
The British royal throne will receive a makeover ahead of the coronation of King Charles III next month. The last time the throne was seen by the world was in black and white, so designer Krista Blessley wants to make sure the chair's colors shine during the coronation. CBS News's Ian Lee reports from London.
King Charles' coronation invite confirms new title for "Queen Camilla"
An image of the coronation invitation was released by Buckingham Palace, showing the royal family will drop the "consort" from his wife's title after the ceremony.
King Charles III's coronation: When it is and what to expect
He's been Britain's reigning monarch since September 2022, but King Charles III and his Queen Consort, Camilla, will be formally crowned this month.
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Quirky Guinness World Records of 2024 include a skateboarding cat
As 2024 comes to a close, we took a look at some of the oddest Guinness World Records of the year.
Putin laments top general's killing, says he'll meet Trump "any time"
Russia's Vladimir Putin, in his annual marathon news conference, laments "serious blunders" by his security forces and says he'll meet Trump "any time" about Ukraine.
2 highway crashes in Afghanistan leave dozens dead, dozens more hurt
Two highway crashes in southeastern Afghanistan killed a combined total of 50 people and injured 76, a government spokesman says.
Mayotte cyclone survivors plead with visiting French president for help
"Mayotte is demolished," an airport security agent told President Emmanuel Macron as he arrived in the remote French territory five days after Cyclone Chido.
Google Maps shows suspected corpse, helps solve murder mystery
Officers arrested a woman who was the missing male's partner and another man who was her ex-partner, police said.
2 soldiers killed by landmine day after troops killed by booby trap
The incident happened one day after a blast caused by another improvised landmine killed two Mexican soldiers and wounded five others.
Gisèle Pelicot's ex-husband, over 40 others convicted in rape, drugging trial
Gisèle Pelicot said she had no regrets, but hope for the future after a judge sentenced her ex-husband to 20 years in prison for drugging and raping her for years.
New details of Captagon drug trade exposed with Assad regime's collapse
A CBS News team gained access to a site outside Damascus which holds the precursor chemicals for Captagon, one of the most popular street drugs in the Middle East and beyond.
Prominent pro-Putin ballet star Sergei Polunin says he's leaving Russia
Ukrainian-born ballet phenom Sergei Polunin was rewarded for backing Putin's attacks on his native country, but he appears to have fallen from Moscow's graces.
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How a U.S. government shutdown could impact your benefits and services
The U.S. government could face a shutdown at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, December 21. Here's what could be impacted.
Liquid-burning firepits behind 2 deaths, dozens of injuries, fed agency warn
Products sold as tabletop firepits, firepots, miniature fireplaces or portable fires for indoor use are "extremely dangerous," consumer agency warns.
How Trump and Elon Musk derailed bipartisan plans for a funding bill
"My phone was ringing off the hook," Republican Rep. Andy Barr said. "The people who elected us are listening to Elon Musk."
Congress veers toward government shutdown after GOP revolt
After a Republican revolt led by Elon Musk and Donald Trump torpedoed a plan to fund the government, a new path forward remains unclear as Congress lurches toward Friday night's deadline.
Stocks rise, a day after disappointing forecast from Fed triggers sell-off
U.S. stocks are stabilizing following one of their worst days of the year.
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How a U.S. government shutdown could impact your benefits and services
The U.S. government could face a shutdown at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, December 21. Here's what could be impacted.
Liquid-burning firepits behind 2 deaths, dozens of injuries, fed agency warn
Products sold as tabletop firepits, firepots, miniature fireplaces or portable fires for indoor use are "extremely dangerous," consumer agency warns.
Stocks rise, a day after disappointing forecast from Fed triggers sell-off
U.S. stocks are stabilizing following one of their worst days of the year.
Amazon workers, led by Teamsters, on strike in multiple cities
Teamsters union says Amazon workers at seven warehouses plan to walk off the job Thursday morning in multiple states.
Stock market plummets after Fed forecasts fewer rate cuts in 2025
The stock market is down sharply today after the Federal Reserve forecast fewer interest rate cuts in 2025 than expected.
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How a U.S. government shutdown could impact your benefits and services
The U.S. government could face a shutdown at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, December 21. Here's what could be impacted.
How Trump and Elon Musk derailed bipartisan plans for a funding bill
"My phone was ringing off the hook," Republican Rep. Andy Barr said. "The people who elected us are listening to Elon Musk."
Congress veers toward government shutdown after GOP revolt
After a Republican revolt led by Elon Musk and Donald Trump torpedoed a plan to fund the government, a new path forward remains unclear as Congress lurches toward Friday night's deadline.
Georgia appeals court removes Fani Willis from Trump 2020 election case
The Georgia Court of Appeals ruled that Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis must be removed from the 2020 election case against President-elect Donald Trump.
Biden sets new climate goal for slashing U.S. greenhouse gas emissions
The new goal is part of the Paris Agreement, under which member nations must update their emission cut targets every five years.
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"Sleepmaxxing" trend has young adults optimizing their sleep
Sleep optimization, or "sleepmaxxing," is a popular trend among a younger demographic, but experts share a few words of caution.
Liquid-burning firepits behind 2 deaths, dozens of injuries, fed agency warn
Products sold as tabletop firepits, firepots, miniature fireplaces or portable fires for indoor use are "extremely dangerous," consumer agency warns.
Latest on H5N1 bird flu outbreak
A Louisiana patient is critically ill with severe respiratory symptoms from H5N1 bird flu, marking the 61st U.S. human case this year. California has declared a state of emergency. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains the public health risks.
Health insurers limit coverage of prosthetic limbs
Advocates say it is discrimination and are arguing for "insurance fairness" on the grounds that people who have joints surgically replaced typically don't face the same kinds of coverage challenges.
What are seed oils and do they pose health risks? Here's what to know
Seed oils are making headlines, prompting fears around whether they can have negative effects on your health. Here's what to know.
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Quirky Guinness World Records of 2024 include a skateboarding cat
As 2024 comes to a close, we took a look at some of the oddest Guinness World Records of the year.
Putin laments top general's killing, says he'll meet Trump "any time"
Russia's Vladimir Putin, in his annual marathon news conference, laments "serious blunders" by his security forces and says he'll meet Trump "any time" about Ukraine.
2 highway crashes in Afghanistan leave dozens dead, dozens more hurt
Two highway crashes in southeastern Afghanistan killed a combined total of 50 people and injured 76, a government spokesman says.
Mayotte cyclone survivors plead with visiting French president for help
"Mayotte is demolished," an airport security agent told President Emmanuel Macron as he arrived in the remote French territory five days after Cyclone Chido.
Google Maps shows suspected corpse, helps solve murder mystery
Officers arrested a woman who was the missing male's partner and another man who was her ex-partner, police said.
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Apollo Theater honored by Kennedy Center
For 90 years, the Apollo Theater has shaped American culture, launching icons like James Brown and Aretha Franklin. This year, it became the first institution honored by the Kennedy Center, cementing its legacy as a hub of innovation.
Alicia Keys surprises students at alma mater
Sixteen-time Grammy winner Alicia Keys celebrates her Broadway musical "Hell's Kitchen" earning a Grammy nomination for Best Musical Theater Album. In an exclusive interview, she revisits her alma mater to honor the teacher who inspired her and surprises students.
Inside Variety's acclaimed "Actors on Actors"
Since 2014, Variety's "Actors on Actors" has showcased one-on-one conversations between Hollywood stars, offering unique insights into their craft. Co-editor-in-chief and executive producer Ramin Setoodeh joins us to discuss the series' impact.
Extended interview: Grateful Dead
The three surviving core members of the Grateful Dead, Bobby Weir, Bill Kreutzmann, and Mickey Hart, talk to Anthony Mason about becoming Kennedy Center honorees, the band's legacy and loyal fans, and the magic of music and songwriting.
The Grateful Dead, Kennedy Center honorees, reflect on the band's legacy
Surviving members of the Grateful Dead, Bobby Weir, Bill Kreutzmann, and Mickey Hart, revisit the Great American Music Hall in San Francisco.
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Supreme Court agrees to hear case about TikTok ban
The Supreme Court said Wednesday it will hear an appeal from TikTok over a federal law that would ban the social media giant if it is not sold by its Chinese parent company. Jan Crawford has more.
Teen victim of deepfake porn urges Congress to pass "Take It Down Act"
Elliston Berry's life was turned upside down after a photo she posted on Instagram was digitally altered online to be pornographic.
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.
Supreme Court to decide on future of TikTok
The Supreme Court plans to hear arguments in January on a challenge to a new law that could lead to the popular social media app TikTok being banned in the U.S. The Biden administration and lawmakers say the Chinese government's ability to collect data from TikTok poses a significant national security risk, while the app and its Chinese parent company ByteDance argue that the law is unconstitutional. CBS News Supreme Court producer Catherine Cole has more.
FAA: Lithium battery fires on flights now occur nearly twice a week
FAA data shows that lithium battery fires on U.S. flights have risen 388% since 2015, now occurring nearly twice a week.
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"Murder hornets" eradicated in the U.S., agriculture officials say
Giant hornets, dubbed "murder hornets," have been eradicated in the U.S., five years after the invasive species was first detected in Washington state.
Coal use hitting record in 2024, which is likely hottest year yet, report says
World coal use is set to reach an all-time high in 2024, the International Energy Agency says, in a year all but certain to be the hottest in recorded history.
How climate change impacted 2024
From record-breaking temperatures to devastating disasters, 2024 brought the world closer to the reality of what climate change looks and feels like. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
Bronze-Age Britons were cannibalized after massacre, research shows
Researchers determined that dozens of men, women and children were violently killed and cannibalized in Bronze Age-era England.
ClimateWatch: Looking back on 2024’s extreme weather
In this episode of “ClimateWatch,” CBS national environmental correspondent David Schechter looks back at the devastating hurricanes, landslides, flooding and more that impacted the U.S. this year.
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CEO murder suspect Mangione back in New York
The suspected gunman in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, Luigi Mangione, arrived in New York by plane Thursday after waiving extradition in Pennsylvania.
Inside courtroom for Mangione's extradition
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has waived extradition and could appear Thursday in front of a New York City judge for arraignment. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes was in the courtroom and has more.
Luigi Mangione headed to New York
Luigi Mangione may also face a federal charge after arriving in New York. This comes after the suspect in the UnitedHealthcare CEO killing waived extradition in Pennsylvania. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports.
School shooting victims identified
California court documents revealed that the 15-year-old Madison, Wisconsin, school shooting suspect was in contact with a man who was allegedly plotting another attack. This comes as the identities of the two Abundant Life Christian School fatal shooting victims have been revealed. CBS News' Ian Lee reports.
Luigi Mangione waves extradition
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder case, has waived extradition and is being transported from Pennsylvania to New York. CBS News' Nicole Valdes has more.
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Discovery of "tipped over" black hole surprises NASA scientists
New analysis techniques and decades-old research helped NASA scientists identify an unusual black hole in a distant galaxy.
Why are the Boeing Starliner astronauts stuck in space?
Here's why NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore are stuck, but not stranded, at the International Space Station after launching into space in June.
NASA delayes return date for astronauts
NASA has delayed the return date for Boeing's Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports on the decision to keep the two in space.
NASA leader weighs in on Elon Musk, SpaceX and plans for moon rocket
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson says he's optimistic the Trump administration will support the space agency's agenda.
Boeing Starliner crew's return delayed again
Two astronauts who have been stuck in space since June will have to wait until at least the end of March to come home after NASA on Wednesday again pushed back their return date. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer for the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss what's causing the delays.
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The Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
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 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.
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Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Summer music heats up 2024
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CEO murder suspect Mangione back in New York
The suspected gunman in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, Luigi Mangione, arrived in New York by plane Thursday after waiving extradition in Pennsylvania.
Inside courtroom for Mangione's extradition
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has waived extradition and could appear Thursday in front of a New York City judge for arraignment. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes was in the courtroom and has more.
Texas moves on immigration policies
The Texas government is working to implement ways to deter illegal immigration at the U.S.-Mexico border as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to enter the White House with big deportation plans ahead. CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports.
Luigi Mangione headed to New York
Luigi Mangione may also face a federal charge after arriving in New York. This comes after the suspect in the UnitedHealthcare CEO killing waived extradition in Pennsylvania. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports.
Supreme Court hearing TikTok ban case
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear arguments in a challenge to the TiKTok ban that President Biden signed into law. This comes as President-elect Donald Trump signals he may have a soft spot for the Chinese-owned social media app. Emily Baker-White, an investigative reporter for Forbes, joins CBS News with more.