James Earl Jones, Tony-winning actor and voice of Darth Vader, dies at age 93
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actor James Earl Jones' majestic voice became internationally recognized as the villainous Dark Lord in the "Star Wars" franchise.
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The adventurous life of Billy Dee Williams
Celebrated for romantic roles that earned him a nickname as "the Black Clark Gable," and for playing the swashbuckling Lando Calrissian in the "Star Wars" films, the actor admits it has been easier for him to be someone else than to be Billy Dee Williams.
Mark Hamill on "The Machine," Luke Skywalker, and supporting Ukraine
The actor famous for playing a Jedi confronting his father in a galaxy far, far away talks about fame from "Star Wars"; playing a father himself in Bert Kreischer's new comedy; and lending his voice to defending Ukraine.
Carrie Fisher receives star on Walk of Fame
"Star Wars" fans lined up around the block Thursday as the late actress Carrie Fisher, who played Princess Leia, received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles.
Star Wars Day 2023: The ultimate Star Wars gift guide
Shop the best gifts for Star Wars fans on Star Wars Day 2023.
How to watch every Star Wars movie on Star Wars Day
The force is with you if you want to watch all the Star Wars movies (and shows). We'll show you how.
Smithsonian exhibit explores how entertainment shaped America
"Entertainment Nation/Nación del espectáculo," a new exhibition at the National Museum of American History, features artifacts from 150 years of music, sports and moving images, from "Star Wars" and "The Wizard of Oz" to Prince.
Colin Cantwell, designer of "Star Wars" spaceships and Death Star, dies at 90
The artist's concept sketches and prototype models for the X-Wing, TIE fighters and the Star Destroyer, as well as the Empire's "ultimate weapon," helped set the aesthetic for George Lucas' space epic.
2021 additions to the National Film Registry
"Return of the Jedi," the first installment of "The Lord of the Rings," and a classic Alfred Hitchcock thriller are among the 25 new titles added to the Library of Congress' list of films to be preserved for future generations.
"Star Wars" actor Andrew Jack dies of coronavirus
The actor also worked as a dialect coach for actors such as Robert Downey Jr. and Chris Hemsworth.
11-year-old "Star Wars" fan gets bionic arm
An 11-year-old amputee in Florida received an R2-D2 style bionic arm. Bella Tadlock, a huge "Star Wars" fan, wanted to be just like Luke Skywalker, who famously got his own bionic hand. Not only did she get her wish, but she even got to show it off to actor Mark Hamill.
Review: "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker"
Relatively spoiler-free: The Resistance faces off against a spectral villain as the saga of the Skywalker clan comes to a busy end
New "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker" trailer released
"Star Wars" fans were taken back to a "galaxy far, far away" Monday night with a new trailer for the film coming out in December
Disney opens "Galaxy's Edge" Star Wars attraction in Orlando
The largest singe-themed land in any Disney park, first opened in Anaheim, is now available on both coasts
Seal sings "Star Wars" theme song
Scientists at the University of St Andrew in Scotland have discovered that grey seals can mimic human speech and songs using the same sound production mechanisms as people. Zola, one of the seals they studied, learned to sing the "Star Wars" theme song.
Star Wars: Galaxy Edge to open at Disneyland on Friday
New Disneyland attraction will offer 14 acres of Star Wars-themed rides and activities, including building droids
"Game Of Thrones" creators to helm upcoming "Star Wars" movie
Disney CEO Bob Iger announced the pair will be at the helm of the next "Star Wars" film after 2019's "The Rise of Skywalker"
New details on "Star Wars," "Avatar" sequels
As "Avengers: Endgame" continues to break records at the box office, Disney has announced major plans for its new movies
"May the fourth be with you": The "Star Wars" holiday, explained
"Star Wars" fans have created an unofficial holiday May 4
Chewbacca actor Peter Mayhew dies at 74
The actor behind the iconic Chewbacca in the original "Star Wars" trilogy has died
Star Wars Celebration 2019
The four-day convention for fans of the Star Wars saga, held in Chicago, included cosplayers, panels with the filmmakers, and the debut of the trailer for Episode IX of the series
New "Star Wars" teaser trailer released
"Every generation has a legend"
Mark Hamill reveals "trailer" for upcoming "Star Wars" movie
Luke Skywalker posted a tongue-in-cheek image of a literal movie trailer
Set photo revealed after "Star Wars: Episode IX" wraps filming
"I'm forever indebted to you all": director J.J. Abrams tweeted with the heartfelt cast photo
Carrie Fisher will appear in "Star Wars: Episode IX"
As rumored, Billy Dee Williams is returning to "Star Wars: Episode IX" to play Lando Calrissian in the final installment of the Skywalker saga
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Sex Pistols announce first North American tour in 22 years
The Sex Pistols, the legendary English punk band, last went on a North American tour in 2003.
Book excerpt: "I Am Maria" by Maria Shriver
In her new memoir, the daughter of Kennedys, broadcast journalist and former first lady of California uses poetry to explore a woman in search of herself.
Trump targets Smithsonian funding for programs with "improper ideology"
President Trump signed an executive order targeting funding for Smithsonian Institution programs that he says contain "divisive, race-centered ideology."
Sundance Film Festival moving to Boulder
The iconic Sundance Film Festival will be moving from Park City, Utah to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027, the festival and the Colorado Governor's Office announced on Thursday.
William Shatner offers Gayle King advice before women-led space flight
William Shatner, who became the oldest person to travel to space at age 90, is offering encouragement and practical advice to Gayle King and the all-female crew launching April 14.
John Grisham reveals new novel
Best-selling author John Grisham joins "CBS Mornings" to debut his 52nd book, "The Widow," which is his first-ever mystery. Grisham opens up about writing a new kind of story, the twist that changed the ending, and the inspiration behind a book that's already making headlines.
Lady Gaga announces Mayhem tour for 2025. Here are details.
Lady Gaga announced her 2025 tour dates on social media Wednesday, writing, "See you soon, monsters."
"Note to Self": Singer Lea Salonga
In a special Women's History Month edition of "Note to Self," Tony Award-winning actress and Disney legend Lea Salonga writes a heartfelt letter to her 17-year-old self—revisiting her journey from the Philippines to Broadway and the legacy she unknowingly built for the next generation of Asian performers.
Gregory Maguire returns to Oz
Before she defied gravity, she was just Elphie Thropp. Best-selling author Gregory Maguire is back with "Elphie: A Wicked Childhood," a new prequel that explores the early life of Elphaba—the girl who would become the Wicked Witch of the West.
Rosamund Pike on "The Wheel of Time"
Award-winning actor Rosamund Pike stars as Moiraine in "The Wheel of Time," now in its third season on Prime Video. Based on the bestselling novels, the series follows a young man destined to save or destroy the world—guided by Pike's powerful and determined sorceress.
Prince Harry steps down "in shock" as patron of his Sentebale charity
Prince Harry and his Sentebale co-founder Prince Seeiso of Lesotho say they stepped down as relations between trustees and the chair "broke down beyond repair."
Oscar-winning Palestinian director released by Israeli army after being attacked
Hamdan Ballal said Israeli settlers in the occupied West Bank beat him in front of his home while filming the assault.
Oscar-winning Palestinian director detained by Israeli army
Israeli settlers have beaten up one of the Palestinian co-directors of the Oscar-winning documentary film "No Other Land."
"American Idol" contestant's song for late dad brings judges to tears
"American Idol" contestant Freddie McClendon shared the devastating story of his late father Davis McClendon through a powerful original song, leaving all three judges in awe.
Conan O'Brien honored at Kennedy Center
Comedian Conan O'Brien accepted this year's Mark Twain Prize for American Humor on Sunday at the Kennedy Center. Some comics took jabs at the night's honoree and President Trump, who took over as chair of the Kennedy Center in January.
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Close call between Delta flight, Air Force jet near Reagan National
The incident occurred just after the Delta Air Lines flight had taken off from Reagan National Airport.
Trump's changes to the Social Security Administration has many seniors alarmed
The average wait time for Social Security calls has doubled in the last six months to 104 minutes.
Trump commutes sentence of Ozy Media founder Carlos Watson convicted of fraud
Prosecutors said Carlos Watson deceived investors and lenders by inflating revenue numbers and suggesting deals were final when they were not. He had been sentenced to 10 years in prison.
Elon Musk's xAI to acquire his X social media platform
The companies are being combined in an all-stock deal that values xAI at $80 billion and X at $33 billion, factoring in the social network's $12 billion debt.
3 dead, more than 200 rescued in South Texas after flooding
At least three people have died due to severe storms in South Texas this week as rescues were still ongoing Friday.
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Trump's changes to the Social Security Administration has many seniors alarmed
The average wait time for Social Security calls has doubled in the last six months to 104 minutes.
Elon Musk's xAI to acquire his X social media platform
The companies are being combined in an all-stock deal that values xAI at $80 billion and X at $33 billion, factoring in the social network's $12 billion debt.
UAW's Shawn Fain slams Trump executive order targeting federal unions
UAW president Shawn Fain said Trump's order to end collective bargaining for swath of federal workers would cost 700,000 people their union contracts.
Federal judge blocks mass firings of CFPB workers
A federal judge has blocked the mass firings of employees at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
Flight bookings between Canada and the U.S. plunge amid trade war
Airlines are seeing lower demand from Canadians looking to travel to the U.S. amid a brewing U.S.-Canada trade war.
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FDA's top vaccine official forced out, decries RFK Jr.'s "misinformation and lies"
A Department of Health and Human Services official delivered an ultimatum to Dr. Peter Marks: either resign or be fired.
Trump's changes to the Social Security Administration has many seniors alarmed
The average wait time for Social Security calls has doubled in the last six months to 104 minutes.
Trump commutes sentence of Ozy Media founder Carlos Watson convicted of fraud
Prosecutors said Carlos Watson deceived investors and lenders by inflating revenue numbers and suggesting deals were final when they were not. He had been sentenced to 10 years in prison.
Elon Musk makes false claim about billion-dollar National Park survey
In a Fox News interview, Musk claimed DOGE found billions in waste — including a nearly billion-dollar National Park Service survey. No evidence supports that.
UAW's Shawn Fain slams Trump executive order targeting federal unions
UAW president Shawn Fain said Trump's order to end collective bargaining for swath of federal workers would cost 700,000 people their union contracts.
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FDA's top vaccine official forced out, decries RFK Jr.'s "misinformation and lies"
A Department of Health and Human Services official delivered an ultimatum to Dr. Peter Marks: either resign or be fired.
RFK Jr. to gut vaccine promotion and HIV prevention office, sources say
Much of the federal government's efforts to buoy lagging childhood vaccination rates have been run through the Office of Infectious Disease and HIV/AIDS Policy.
Utah becomes first state to ban adding fluoride to public water systems
Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox signed a bill banning fluoride from public water supplies. The ban will take effect in May.
Kansas reports measles outbreak with 23 cases
23 measles cases have been confirmed in Kansas, marking an outbreak for the state, according to local health officials. Ohio has reported 10 cases.
Trump administration to shrink federal health agencies by 20,000 employees
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy will cut 3,500 jobs from the Food and Drug Administration and 2,400 from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Israeli officials furious that Signal group chat exposed intelligence, sources say
Sources tell CBS News the Signal chat involving senior Trump administration officials included sensitive intelligence Israel provided to the U.S.
U.S. goes on international egg hunt to ease prices at home
U.S. egg prices are just starting to fall, but big demand for Easter and Passover could cause prices to edge up again next month.
U.S. Army details challenges of recovering soldiers missing in Lithuania
A U.S. Army commander says recovering four soldiers from their submerged vehicle in swampland in Lithuania "will be a long and difficult" operation.
Israel bombs Beirut for first time since ceasefire with Hezbollah
France and Lebanon say Israel violated its ceasefire with Hezbollah with a strike in Beirut, as deaths mount in Gaza after Israel abandoned its ceasefire with Hamas.
Former Australian officer who killed 95-year-old with Taser avoids prison
A former Australian police officer avoided a prison term when sentenced for killing a 95-year-old nursing home resident with a Taser.
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Sex Pistols announce first North American tour in 22 years
The Sex Pistols, the legendary English punk band, last went on a North American tour in 2003.
Book excerpt: "I Am Maria" by Maria Shriver
In her new memoir, the daughter of Kennedys, broadcast journalist and former first lady of California uses poetry to explore a woman in search of herself.
Trump targets Smithsonian funding for programs with "improper ideology"
President Trump signed an executive order targeting funding for Smithsonian Institution programs that he says contain "divisive, race-centered ideology."
Sundance Film Festival moving to Boulder
The iconic Sundance Film Festival will be moving from Park City, Utah to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027, the festival and the Colorado Governor's Office announced on Thursday.
William Shatner offers Gayle King advice before women-led space flight
William Shatner, who became the oldest person to travel to space at age 90, is offering encouragement and practical advice to Gayle King and the all-female crew launching April 14.
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Growing demand to power AI, cryptocurrency
As cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence advancements are made, U.S. demand for the energy needed to power massive mining and data centers grows. David Turk, former deputy secretary of the U.S. Department of Energy, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss how much energy the U.S. needs and the potential environmental impacts.
Waltz's Venmo showed his contacts — even after bombshell report on Signal chat
White House chief of staff Susie Wiles was among the contacts listed in Waltz's Venmo account.
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.
Lawsuit against OpenAI over newspaper copyright can proceed, judge rules
Several newspapers have sued OpenAI and Microsoft, seeking to end the practice of using their stories to train artificial intelligence chatbots.
What is Signal, the app used by Trump's team
The Senate Intelligence Committee heard testimony on Tuesday from key players involved in a group chat on the messaging app Signal, in which the U.S.'s highly sensitive plans to bomb Houthi targets in Yemen were discussed inadvertently with a journalist. President Trump said that his administration would investigate the government's use of Signal. CBS News contributor and former CIA official Andrew Boyd has more on what it is and how it's used.
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Is carbon capture a solution to the climate crisis?
Carbon capture chemically removes CO2 from the air, to store or recycle into products. But is this technology – underwritten by the fossil fuel industry – an effective means to address climate change?
Is carbon capture a solution to the climate crisis?
As a tool to address rising greenhouse gas emissions, carbon capture chemically removes carbon dioxide from the air, to store or recycle into products. The company behind a new plant to be opened this summer claims the facility will remove 500,000 tons of CO2 a year. But is this form of carbon capture – underwritten by the fossil fuel industry – an effective means to address climate change? Correspondent David Pogue looks at the technology behind this initiative, and the controversy it has raised.
Bones of mammoths butchered for their tusks unearthed by archaeologists
Remains of five mammoths were found archaeologists from the Austrian Academy of Sciences said Thursday in a news statement.
Venus will pass between the Earth and sun on Saturday
Our planet's closest and brightest neighbor will pass approximately between the Earth and sun this week, in what's called an inferior conjunction.
New evidence about dark energy may be "cusp of a major discovery"
The new findings come from the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), which sits on a telescope at the Kitt Peak National Observatory in Arizona.
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Utah law to protect child influencers
Utah is establishing legal protections for children who are social media influencers. This comes as cases of abuse emerge among parents with kids in the industry. Tiffany Li, a technology attorney, joins CBS News with more details.
Case of stepson allegedly held captive
A judge held a hearing in the case against a Connecticut woman accused of keeping her stepson captive for 20 years. This comes as the man's biological mother speaks out about the alleged abuse.
Second South Carolina inmate on death row chooses firing squad
Mikal Mahdi, who pleaded guilty to murder for killing a police officer in 2004, is scheduled to be executed April 11.
Lawyers say execution of morbidly obese inmate could be botched
Lawyers for convicted murderer Michael Tanzi say that his weight and health conditions could cause a lethal injection cocktail to fail.
Survivors give victims a voice at murder trial
"48 Hours" correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti speaks to one of seven Jane Does who testified at the trial of David Pearce, the Los Angeles man charged with murder in the overdose deaths of friends Christy Giles and Hilda Marcela Cabrales in 2021.
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Mae Jemison on making history in space and inspiring change on Earth
Dr. Mae Jemison, the first woman of color in space, shares wisdom and encouragement with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King ahead of King's upcoming Blue Origin launch.
When, where to see the March partial solar eclipse
Astronomy fans figuring out where and what time to see the March 29, 2025, partial solar eclipse can check out a map from NASA.
William Shatner offers Gayle King advice before women-led space flight
William Shatner, who became the oldest person to travel to space at age 90, is offering encouragement and practical advice to Gayle King and the all-female crew launching April 14.
Democrats warn of cuts to space office
Democratic members of the House Science, Space and Technology Committee are warning that Department of Government Efficiency cuts to the Office of Space Commerce at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration could harm American interests. CBS News' Natalie Brand reports.
What to know as Gayle King gears up for April space flight
Gayle King will step out of her comfort zone and into a space suit alongside Katy Perry, Lauren Sánchez, Aisha Bowe, Amanda Nguyen and Kerianne Flynn.
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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.
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.
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.
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Where the economy is headed amid tariff impact
Wall Street's decline fueled by inflation worries and the impact of tariffs likely won't be short-lived as wider reciprocal import taxes are set to go into effect next week. Consumer confidence along with spending aren't faring much better. Jo Ling Kent joins to discuss.
Heavy rain causes devastating flooding in Texas
At least three people are dead in South Texas following a severe storm that delivered more than a foot of rain. That's about half the precipitation the region typically sees in an entire year. Karen Hua reports.
Researchers investigating causes of Long COVID
The pandemic may be over, but millions are still dealing with COVID-19's effects. The CDC estimates nearly 20 million Americans are struggling with the effects of Long COVID -- the persistence of ongoing health problems long after the infection has passed. Bradley Blackburn has more.
How Trump administration is targeting visa holders
Around 300 people permitted to be in the United States on student visas have had them revoked so far, according to Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Lilia Luciano has details on who the Trump administration is targeting.
Breaking down Trump's legal battles with law firms
President Trump has issued executive orders targeting major law firms. Several of the firms have filed federal lawsuits over the orders on First Amendment grounds. Scott MacFarlane has more.