The Drive: Michele Bachmann's rocky rollout
Newly-minted presidential candidate made a big splash this week, but her gaffes and evasions could spell trouble
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GOP senator: Obama should "take a valium"
Republican senator Pat Roberts makes joke in calling for president to "calm down" to have a conversation on a debt limit deal
White House steps up pressure on debt ceiling
Failure to raise the debt ceiling "could be catastrophic," White House advisor David Plouffe said on CBS' "The Early Show"
Petraeus unanimously confirmed as CIA chief
The Senate voted 94-0 to confirm Gen. David Petraeus, currently commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan, to be the new CIA director
Michele Bachmann goes quiet on homosexuality
GOP presidential candidate with longstanding opposition to same-sex marriage dodges questions about her and her husband's views
Republicans, White House trade barbs over debt
Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell said today Obama should visit Capitol Hill to see that the GOP won't accept his debt reduction plans; WH rebuffs offer
Bachmann reveals miscarriage
At last night's S.C. town hall, Michele Bachmann said her life and priorities changed after a devastating miscarriage
Stephen Colbert OK to launch Super PAC, FEC says
Federal Election Commission approves comedian's political action committee that could raise unlimited amounts of money
Obama to answer questions in Twitter town hall
Presidential Twitter town hall will take place next Wednesday; Republicans plan Twitter debate July 20
Obama, Romney go head-to-head in Philadelphia
Both Mitt Romney and President Obama will be in Philadelphia for fundraisers today, as Romney ratchets up his attacks on Obama's economic policies
Obama surprises outgoing Gates with top honor
On his last day on job, defense chief receives Presidential Medal of Freedom, highest US honor president can give a civilian
Reid cancels Senate recess after Obama scolding
Senate will stay in session next week, Senate leader announces one day after Obama tells Congress to get to work on a debt limit deal
Deficit focus coming at expense of food safety?
Lawmakers debate slashing budget for Food and Drug Administration inspectors as billions of pounds of food comes from overseas
U.S. terror fight to focus on "surgical" hits
Obama administration presents new strategy to swap big, costly land battles for pinpointed raids and strikes
Obama to Congress: No TV until you're done
John Dickerson: Obama tells lawmakers to work on the budget the way his daughters work on their homework
Trump's 2nd term could bring deportations, tariffs, Jan. 6 pardons and more
Former President Donald Trump will be the 47th president of the United States. Here's what that could mean.
Israeli soccer fans attacked after game in Amsterdam, 5 hospitalized
Israeli and Dutch leaders have condemned a mass attack on Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam as clear and violent antisemitism.
Trump wins Nevada, flipping battleground state, CBS News projects
President-elect Donald Trump picks up Nevada, a battleground state the GOP hadn't won since 2004.
Judge declares Biden immigration program for spouses of U.S. citizens illegal
The ruling is a major defeat for the outgoing Biden administration, which argued the policy promoted family unity among mixed-status households.
Counterfeit weight loss drugs feed demand for cheaper options
Record demand for Ozempic, Wegovy and other weight loss drugs is fueling a surge of dangerous knockoffs.
Cheese sold at Aldi, Market Basket and more recalled due to listeria worries
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Officials condemn racist texts sent to Black residents in several states
The FBI said it was aware of "the offensive and racist text messages sent to individuals around the country."
Russia soldiers who massacred Ukraine family get life in prison
The case marks a rare example of Russia admitting to a crime committed by its troops in Ukraine.
Wildfire near Los Angeles destroys dozens of homes, forces thousands to flee
Driven by powerful Santa Ana winds, the Mountain Fire in Ventura County forced more than 10,000 people to flee their homes as it exploded by thousands of acres, injuring people and destroying homes in its path. It has burned nearly 20,000 acres.
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Cheese sold at Aldi, Market Basket and more recalled due to listeria worries
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Grammy Awards announce 2025 nominations. Here's the nominees.
Here is a look at at the Grammy Award nominees being announced for the 2025 show.
This week on "Sunday Morning" (November 10)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
Photos show damage aboard Royal Caribbean cruise rocked by rough winds
The Explorer of the Seas was traveling from Barcelona, Spain to Miami, Florida, when it was struck by a strong wind gust.
Trump win boosts book sales from "The Handmaid's Tale" to "Hillbilly Elegy"
Dystopian classic "The Handmaid's Tale" was popular throughout Trump's first term, along with George Orwell's "1984."
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Cheese sold at Aldi, Market Basket and more recalled due to listeria worries
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Trump win boosts book sales from "The Handmaid's Tale" to "Hillbilly Elegy"
Dystopian classic "The Handmaid's Tale" was popular throughout Trump's first term, along with George Orwell's "1984."
Starbucks app goes down, customers complain
The app crashed the same day Starbucks introduced its holiday menu, preventing customers from placing mobile orders.
Canada shuts down TikTok's Canadian offices, but allows app to remain
Canada previously banned TikTok from government-issued mobile devices. TikTok has offices in Toronto and Vancouver.
Could prison companies get a boost from Trump's immigration policies?
The largest private prison companies in the U.S. stand to benefit from Trump's vow to increase deportations.
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Election 2024 live updates as Trump celebrates win, Biden gives speech
Following the 2024 presidential election results, President Biden has invited President-elect Donald Trump to discuss the transition of power.
Trump win boosts book sales from "The Handmaid's Tale" to "Hillbilly Elegy"
Dystopian classic "The Handmaid's Tale" was popular throughout Trump's first term, along with George Orwell's "1984."
Trump's 2nd term could bring deportations, tariffs, Jan. 6 pardons and more
Former President Donald Trump will be the 47th president of the United States. Here's what that could mean.
Judge declares Biden immigration program for spouses of U.S. citizens illegal
The ruling is a major defeat for the outgoing Biden administration, which argued the policy promoted family unity among mixed-status households.
Biden still does not plan to pardon his son Hunter, White House says
President Biden said earlier this year he would not pardon his son or commute a potential prison sentence.
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Cheese sold at Aldi, Market Basket and more recalled due to listeria worries
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
How to build a "dopamine menu" to combat the fall and winter blues
Worried about slipping into the winter blues? A "dopamine menu" could help. Experts explain how, along with ideas to get started.
Counterfeit weight loss drugs feed demand for cheaper options
Record demand for Ozempic, Wegovy and other weight loss drugs is fueling a surge of dangerous knockoffs.
Space heaters sold on Amazon, TikTok recalled after 7 fires
More than half a million smart electric space heaters recalled after 113 reports of overheating, federal agency says.
FDA to pull common but ineffective cold medicine from market
The FDA says oral phenylephrine, used in many over-the-counter cough and cold medicines, "is not effective as a nasal decongestant."
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New Canadian councilors refuse to swear allegiance to King Charles
Five newly elected councilors in Dawson City, Canada, have refused to swear a mandatory oath of allegiance to Britain's King Charles III.
Photos show damage aboard Royal Caribbean cruise rocked by rough winds
The Explorer of the Seas was traveling from Barcelona, Spain to Miami, Florida, when it was struck by a strong wind gust.
Russia soldiers who massacred Ukraine family get life in prison
The case marks a rare example of Russia admitting to a crime committed by its troops in Ukraine.
Qantas plane makes emergency landing due to engine failure soon after takeoff
A Qantas plane made an emergency landing after returning to Sydney Airport in Australia shortly after taking off after an engine failed, the airline said.
Israeli soccer fans attacked after game in Amsterdam, 5 hospitalized
Israeli and Dutch leaders have condemned a mass attack on Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam as clear and violent antisemitism.
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Grammy Awards announce 2025 nominations. Here's the nominees.
Here is a look at at the Grammy Award nominees being announced for the 2025 show.
Wes Bentley on Jamie Dutton's family
"Yellowstone" actor Wes Bentley joins "CBS Mornings Plus: to discuss Jamie Dutton's strained relationships with his adoptive family.
Trump win boosts book sales from "The Handmaid's Tale" to "Hillbilly Elegy"
Dystopian classic "The Handmaid's Tale" was popular throughout Trump's first term, along with George Orwell's "1984."
Kelly Reilly on final season of "Yellowstone"
"Yellowstone" star Kelly Reilly joins "CBS Mornings" to share what lies ahead for her character Beth Dutton in the final episodes of season five.
3 arrested in death of Liam Payne
Argentinian investigators have arrested three people in connection with the death of former One Direction bandmember Liam Payne, who fell from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires last month. An autopsy found that Payne had cocaine, alcohol and a prescription antidepressants in his system.
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Robots replace sculptors in Italy
In Carrara, Italy, a studio is using robots to create sculptures, a move that has traditional sculptors concerned about the future of Italian art. Bill Whitaker explores the clash between technology and heritage on "60 Minutes."
Starbucks app goes down, customers complain
The app crashed the same day Starbucks introduced its holiday menu, preventing customers from placing mobile orders.
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.
Australia plans "world-leading" social media ban for children under 16
"Social media is doing harm to our kids and I'm calling time on it," says Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanse.
Officials sound alarm over fake election videos
Three top government agencies are calling out two fabricated videos spreading lies about early voting, and they say a familiar foe is to blame. Nicole Sganga has more.
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DNA reveals surprises about Pompeii eruption victims
Victims thought to be female were male and not related to one another, showing "the story that was long spun around these individuals" was wrong, researchers said.
How 2024 races may affect U.S. climate policy
The presidential race and high-profile congressional contests may be dominating election coverage and fundraising, but many local and state elections are poised to affect the nation's progress on climate action and the shift toward clean energy. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
Halloween weather breaks records
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
New research on climate and extreme weather
A new report from the World Weather Attribution group has found that the 10 deadliest weather events of the last 20 years were intensified by manmade climate change. CBS News climate correspondent David Schecter has more.
The Climate Election: Transportation, explained
Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the costs will be "steep," with hundreds of billions of dollars of damage every year.
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DNA links man to Texas teacher's 1995 murder
The 1995 murder of beloved teacher Mary Catherine Edwards has always haunted the city of Beaumont, Texas. This week's "48 Hours" has the remarkable story of how a husband and wife detective team and genealogist were able to track down the suspect in Ohio decades later.
Police-style handcuffs on murder victim made police fear killer was among them
Beloved schoolteacher Mary Catherine Edwards was found murdered wearing police-grade Smith & Wesson handcuffs — sending ripples through the Beaumont, Texas, Police Department.
Idaho murders suspect "deserves to die," victim's mom says after hearing
Bryan Kohberger is accused of the Nov. 13, 2022, killings of Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Madison Mogen and Kaylee Goncalves.
Brad Simpson charged with murder, a month after wife goes missing in Texas
Suzanne Simpson went missing in San Antonio on Oct. 6 and has not been found.
3 charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
Officials also said that Liam Payne died from a fall, and did not jump from the balcony of his hotel.
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Cargo ship brings science gear, holiday treats to space station crew
With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship delivered 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.
The Taurid meteor showers will peak a week apart in November
Two sister meteor showers are already flashing across night skies — and will peak a week apart.
"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
Chinese space station gets new crew
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts, including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer, entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
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.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
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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Details on possible Trump administration picks
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen his campaign manager, Susie Wiles, to be his new chief of staff when he retakes the Oval Office in January. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns has more on Wiles and some of the other names being floated for positions in the Trump administration.
Red flag fire warnings along East Coast
Weeks of dry weather and strong wind gusts have prompted red flag fire warnings on the East Coast. Brushfires have already broken out in New Jersey. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook has more.
Wes Bentley on Jamie Dutton's family
"Yellowstone" actor Wes Bentley joins "CBS Mornings Plus: to discuss Jamie Dutton's strained relationships with his adoptive family.
Navigating difficult questions from kids
Kids are naturally curious, and tough topics like politics and gun violence can be challenging for parents to explain. Grace Bastidas, editor-in-chief of "Parents" magazine, shares advice on guiding young minds through complex conversations.
Remembering the 2000 election recount
In today's "Mornings Memory," we look back to 2000 when the presidential race between Al Gore and George W. Bush came down to Florida's recount. The election was decided by just 537 votes after weeks of tension and uncertainty.