NSA hacked Mideast bank networks, new leak suggests
"Brutal dump" of NSA hacking tools includes data from financial institutions in Dubai, Kuwait and elsewhere
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Russia says Edward Snowden can stay "a couple of years"
Obama has pardoned prominent intel leaker Chelsea Manning, but unapologetic Snowden appears set to remain in Moscow -- and what about Julian Assange?
Congress: Snowden is in contact with Russian intelligence
Snowden's lawyer called the report "a failed attempt to discredit Edward Snowden, whose actions led to the most significant intelligence reforms in a generation"
Snowden makes pardon case just before movie release
Exiled NSA leaker says whistleblowers are democracy's "safeguard of last resort" and that imprisoning him will have a "chilling effect"
Snowden: Alleged NSA hack could be warning from Moscow
Infamous NSA whistleblower ties the alleged exposure of NSA malware to claims Russia is interfering in the U.S. presidential election
Holder: Snowden did "public service," but should still stand trial
Former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder said in a podcast Edward Snowden should have to face consequences for his actions, including prison time
In-house newsletters by NSA published from Snowden leak
Nine years' worth of the newsletters offer a behind-the-scenes glimpse into the NSA's work, including spying on Russian mafia and Gitmo duties
U.S. hacked Israeli drones for 18 years, leaked docs show
Latest revelation from secrets spilled by Edward Snowden suggests operation "Anarchist" gave D.C. a "virtual seat in the cockpit"
GOP split on surveillance after San Bernardino shooting
Domestic terror threats are prompting several Republican presidential candidates to push for increased NSA surveillance powers
Rand Paul pushes back on calls for more surveillance
During a time of fear, "people are coaxed into giving up their liberty" the Republican presidential candidate warned
Encrypted messages: Does the government need a way in?
Current and former officials warn that terrorists are increasingly operating in an area that is impossible for the U.S. government to penetrate
Snowden: I'd go to prison to return to U.S.
Former NSA contractor, currently in Russia, faces U.S. charges that could land him in prison for up to 30 years
Edward Snowden joins Twitter
Former NSA contractor, currently in Russia, is following just one Twitter account on the social networking site
Obama regrets Japan PM's WikiLeaks woes
President called Prime Minister Abe to express regret over allegations of U.S. spying, but not for the spying itself
NSA to stop looking at old U.S. phone records
The agency will soon stop examining - and will ultimately destroy - millions of American calling records it collected
WikiLeaks levels new charges on NSA's Germany spying
Two years after first revelation of NSA efforts in Germany, spy agency accused of targeting numerous aides to Angela Merkel, as well as the chancellery
Jeb Bush: No leniency for Edward Snowden
The 2016 presidential candidate was responding to the suggestion by former Attorney General Eric Holder that a deal was possible
French blast alleged NSA spying on presidents
President Hollande's office says eavesdropping claimed in WikiLeaks documents is "unacceptable"
WikiLeaks says NSA eavesdropped on the last 3 French presidents
WikiLeaks released documents Tuesday that allege the U.S. National Security Agency targeted the presidents
Edward Snowden: U.S. freedom "remains under threat"
The former NSA contractor celebrates the end of the Patriot Act in a opinion piece in the New York Times
NSA surveillance reform bill now law
Senators rebuffed Senate GOP leader's attempts to water it down; president signed it shortly after getting it from Senate
NSA surveillance reform bill advances in the Senate
The House has passed a version of the bill, which adjusts a controversial phone data collection program, but the Senate could change it
Republicans torch Rand Paul over surveillance lapse
The Kentucky Republican and presidential candidate temporarily prevented an extension of the government's spying authority on Sunday
Rand Paul vows to force end to NSA surveillance program
Kentucky senator wants to run out the clock on bulk phone data collection program due to expire Monday
Obama: "Heaven forbid" there's a problem after NSA program lapses
The president urged the Senate to pass the USA Freedom Act to reform NSA spying program before it expires
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Jiggly Caliente of "RuPaul's Drag Race" dies at age 44, family says
Bianca Castro-Arabejo, known by her stage name Jiggly Caliente, died days after her family said she had been battling a "severe infection" and lost "most of her right leg."
Trump says he's "bringing back Columbus Day"
Columbus Day, the second Monday in October, was also recognized as Indigenous Peoples Day during former President Joe Biden's term in 2021.
DOJ halts funds for programs for victims of child abuse and more
At least two of the 365 grants have since been restored. Nonprofits call it a "devastating blow."
Shaheen says Hegseth has "created chaos" at the Pentagon
"The fact is, Pete Hegseth was not qualified to take the job as Secretary of Defense, and he has shown that time and again," Sen. Jeanne Shaheen said Sunday.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 27, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and border czar Tom Homan join Margaret Brennan.
Jeffries, Booker warn of "moment of moral urgency" at Capitol sit-in
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Sen. Cory Booker opposed the Republican budget plan key to enacting President Trump's agenda with a sit-in protest on the steps of the Capitol as the sun rose on Sunday.
Gerald Ford and America's "moral obligation" to refugees
Historian Douglas Brinkley looks at how President Ford's welcoming of tens of thousands of South Vietnamese refugees after Saigon fell reflected America's history, diversity and compassion.
Remembering the fall of Saigon
Fifty years ago, as the North Vietnamese army closed in on Saigon, U.S. forces, personnel and South Vietnamese civilians struggled to evacuate to American ships offshore. "Sunday Morning" talks with military personnel who were there.
Bill Belichick on a life in football
The former NFL coach – second in all-time victories, with a record six Super Bowl wins as head of the New England Patriots – talks about his book, "The Art of Winning"; the talents of quarterback Tom Brady; and his father's advice about a coaching career.
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Jiggly Caliente of "RuPaul's Drag Race" dies at age 44, family says
Bianca Castro-Arabejo, known by her stage name Jiggly Caliente, died days after her family said she had been battling a "severe infection" and lost "most of her right leg."
Trump says he's "bringing back Columbus Day"
Columbus Day, the second Monday in October, was also recognized as Indigenous Peoples Day during former President Joe Biden's term in 2021.
DOJ halts funds for programs for victims of child abuse and more
At least two of the 365 grants have since been restored. Nonprofits call it a "devastating blow."
Shaheen says Hegseth has "created chaos" at the Pentagon
"The fact is, Pete Hegseth was not qualified to take the job as Secretary of Defense, and he has shown that time and again," Sen. Jeanne Shaheen said Sunday.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 27, 2025
On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and border czar Tom Homan join Margaret Brennan.
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YouTube turns 20: From cat videos to AI
In the 20 years since its first video was uploaded, YouTube has become the second-most visited website on Earth. "Sunday Morning" looks at how creators build online communities, and how artificial intelligence may fundamentally change the site.
Poll: Trump first 100 days seen as bringing big changes, too much tariff focus
Trump's ratings on economy are lower, but his deportation plan keeps majority support.
The ripple effect of Trump's tariff war with Canada on Nashville's local economy
The U.S. Travel Association says just a 10% dip in Canadian travel to the U.S. for the year could result in over $2 billion in lost spending.
Small businesses push for exemptions from Trump tariffs
Small businesses operate on narrow margins and lack the financial resources to absorb the cost of steep tariffs, Sen. Ed Markey said.
DOGE's $160 billion in savings have cost $135 billion, analysis finds
The push by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency to slash federal funding will cost taxpayers money, nonpartisan group finds. Here's why.
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Man arrested for stealing Kristi Noem's bag was in country illegally, source says
A man was arrested Saturday in connection to the Easter Sunday theft of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's purse, authorities said.
Border czar maintains "no U.S. citizen child was deported"
Trump administration border czar Tom Homan argued Sunday that "due process" was applied when a mother and her child who is a U.S. citizen were removed to Honduras.
Trump says he's "bringing back Columbus Day"
Columbus Day, the second Monday in October, was also recognized as Indigenous Peoples Day during former President Joe Biden's term in 2021.
DOJ halts funds for programs for victims of child abuse and more
At least two of the 365 grants have since been restored. Nonprofits call it a "devastating blow."
Shaheen says Hegseth has "created chaos" at the Pentagon
"The fact is, Pete Hegseth was not qualified to take the job as Secretary of Defense, and he has shown that time and again," Sen. Jeanne Shaheen said Sunday.
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He had 2 months to live. Research "like science fiction" saved his life.
Michael Wolff was at the "edge of a cliff" when he was diagnosed with a cancer that affects less than 300 patients a year in the U.S.
Health agencies "not creating an autism registry," official says
"We are not creating an autism registry," a Department of Health and Human Services official said in a statement.
USDA withdraws a plan to limit salmonella levels in raw poultry
The United States Department of Agriculture is withdrawing a rule proposed to help prevent salmonella poisoning from contaminated poultry.
Nonprofit hospitals chase down patients eligible for free care
For poorest patients at hundreds of nonprofit hospitals, financial pain follows medical care.
House Republicans face dilemma over Medicaid cuts
The GOP is unlikely to reach its lofty goal in spending cuts without paring back Medicaid, the safety net that helps more than 70 million people.
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Danish slave ships wreckage found off Costa Rica coast, museum confirms
Denmark's National Museum said two 18th-century shipwrecks off the coast of Costa Rica were previously thought to have been pirate ships.
Catholic faithful flock to Pope Francis' tomb as eyes turn to conclave
A single white rose was placed on the tomb that said "Franciscus" – the pope's name in Latin – inside the Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome.
The "People's Pope": The future of Pope Francis' legacy
The world's 1.3 billion Catholics paid tribute to their spiritual leader Saturday as he was laid to rest in Rome. "Sunday Morning" looks at the legacy of the man who inspired the faithful with his humility and his concerns for social justice.
Death toll in Gaza rises to 52,000, territory's health ministry says
The overall toll of 52,243 includes nearly 700 bodies for which the documentation process was recently completed, the Hamas-run health ministry said in its latest update.
Car plows into Vancouver street festival, killing at least 11. Terrorism ruled out
Vancouver police ruled out terrorism as a motivator for the incident at the Lapu Lapu Day Festival, saying the suspect has a history of mental health issues.
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Jiggly Caliente of "RuPaul's Drag Race" dies at age 44, family says
Bianca Castro-Arabejo, known by her stage name Jiggly Caliente, died days after her family said she had been battling a "severe infection" and lost "most of her right leg."
New York Times bestseller lists
Check out this week's top-selling titles on The New York Times fiction and non-fiction lists.
The life of teen idol Bobby Darin
The singer-songwriter - subject of the new Broadway musical "Just in Time" - was renowned for such pop hits as "Splish Splash," "Mack the Knife," and "Dream Lover." But his life was unsettled when he learned, at age 32, the startling truth about the identity of his mother.
Passage: In memoriam
"Sunday Morning" remembers some of the notable figures who left us this week, including pop singer Lenny Welch, whose hits included "Since I Fell for You."
The life of teen idol Bobby Darin
Singer, songwriter and actor Bobby Darin (1936-1973) was a Grammy Award-winner renowned for such pop hits as "Splish Splash," "Mack the Knife," "Dream Lover" and "Beyond the Sea." But his life was unsettled when he learned, at age 32, the startling truth about the identity of his mother. Correspondent Mo Rocca talks with Darin's son, Dodd, about the singer's childhood infirmities; his ambitions; and his marriage to actress Sandra Dee. He also talks with Jonathan Groff, who plays Darin in a new Broadway musical, "Just in Time."
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YouTube turns 20: From cat videos to AI
In the 20 years since its first video was uploaded, YouTube has become the second-most visited website on Earth. "Sunday Morning" looks at how creators build online communities, and how artificial intelligence may fundamentally change the site.
Geoffrey Hinton on future of AI
Geoffrey Hinton, whose work shaped modern artificial intelligence, says companies are moving too fast without enough focus on safety. Brook Silva-Braga introduced us to Hinton in 2023 and recently caught up with him.
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.
New process for mining electronic waste could be a gold mine
Easier and cheaper extraction of gold from old tech could boost the financial incentive to safely recycle, and keep toxic metals out of landfills.
Navigating electric vehicle roadblocks
Electrical vehicles are growing in popularity, but finding a place to charge them can be difficult depending on where you leave. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
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"Bone collector" caterpillar disguises itself in the remains of its prey
There are other meat-eating caterpillars that "do lots of crazy things, but this takes the cake," the study's author said.
Trump admin fast-tracks fossil fuel projects, angering environmentalists
Shortening permitting procedures for mining and oil drilling could adversely affect the environment, communities and endangered species, experts say.
NASA releases stunning space photos to mark Hubble anniversary
The Hubble Space Telescope "opened a new window to the universe" when it launched into space. Now, 35 years later, NASA is releasing some stunning images to celebrate.
Coral reef bleaching hits 84% worldwide, worst on record, surveys show
Harmful bleaching of the world's coral has grown to include 84% of the ocean's reefs in the most intense event of its kind in recorded history, scientists say.
Cicada maps show where the insects will emerge in the U.S. this spring
A large brood of periodical cicadas is due to emerge in the spring of 2025. These maps show where people should expect to see, and hear, the bugs this year.
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Convicted murderer says she knows who husband's real killer is
Sentenced to life for the murder of her husband, Melody Farris tells "48 Hours" in an exclusive interview that she is innocent – and points the finger at her son. He says he had nothing to do with his father's death.
Detective's affair exposed during wife's murder investigation
Brian Fanion says he and his wife Amy Fanion had been arguing about his retirement plans when she picked up his service weapon and shot herself. Investigators did not believe his story.
Mangione's supporters rally outside NYC court as he pleads not guilty
Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty Friday to federal murder and stalking charges, drawing a crowd of onlookers to the courthouse in New York City.
Jury in Read murder trial visits key location
On Day 4 of Karen Read's second murder trial, jurors visited the crime scene where Read is accused of hitting her boyfriend, John O'Keefe, with her car and leaving him to die in the snow, which she denies. CBS News Boston's Kristina Rex reports. Then, lawyer and legal analyst Eric Guster joins to break down the case.
Mangione pleads not guilty to federal charges
Luigi Mangione on Friday pleaded not guilty to federal charges in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. Mangione appeared in a Manhattan federal court for his arraignment on two counts of stalking, a firearm offense murder through the use of a firearm. He's accused of fatally shooting Thompson in December 2024. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
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NASA releases stunning space photos to mark Hubble anniversary
The Hubble Space Telescope "opened a new window to the universe" when it launched into space. Now, 35 years later, NASA is releasing some stunning images to celebrate.
NASA images show peanut-shaped asteroid during high-speed flyby
This asteroid is bigger than scientists anticipated, about 5 miles long and 2 miles wide at its widest point — resembling a deformed peanut.
When and where to see the Lyrid meteor shower's peak
During the peak of the Lyrid meteor shower, 10 to 20 meteors could be seen per hour, NASA says.
NASA's most senior astronaut returns to Earth with 2 cosmonauts
Don Pettit, NASA's oldest active astronaut, marked his 70th birthday by landing on the steppe of Kazakhstan after 220 days in space.
NASA spacecraft to zoom past asteroid this weekend at 30,000 mph
The flyby is a dress rehearsal for 2027 when Lucy reaches its first so-called Trojan asteroid near Jupiter.
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"No Kings": Protesters across country march against Trump, Musk
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
"Hands Off!": Americans across country protest Trump, Musk
Hundreds of thousands took to the streets, in Washington, D.C. and other cities across the United States, in opposition to the policies of Donald Trump, in the largest protests since he returned to the presidency.
Husband pieces together wife's last movements to find out how she was killed
A look into a grieving husband Jan Cilliers' investigative work after his wife Christy Giles and her friend Hilda Marcela Cabrales died after a night out.
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.
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Brain drain: Scientists could flee U.S.
The Trump administration's staff reductions and cuts to research funding could potentially cause young scientists to leave the U.S. in search of more stable opportunities abroad.
What could be driving a low U.S. birth rate
A new CDC report shows the U.S. birth rate hovering near the record low. Dr. Thoại Ngô, a population scientist, told 60 Minutes Overtime what the data means and how the U.S. government could respond to help couples who want children.
Homan: "Not aware" of 3 citizen kids deported
Tom Homan, the Trump administration's border czar, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that he is "not aware" of the "specific case" of reports that three U.S. citizen children were deported, including one who advocates say is a 4-year-old with Stage 4 cancer, along with their mothers, but he claimed there was "due process" before they were deported.
Shaheen: Hegseth creating "chaos" at Pentagon
Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire, who voted against advancing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's nomination, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that Hegseth has "created chaos" at the Pentagon, which has left the department "without having the appropriate people to run things."
Lavrov: Occupation of Crimea "a done deal"
President Trump said last week that the Kremlin occupation of Crimea is not being discussed right now, and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the occupation is a "done deal." Russia does not "negotiate its own territory," Lavrov said. Russian President Vladimir Putin forcibly took the territory from Ukraine in 2014, and returning the territory is considered a red line for Ukraine.