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Vanity Fair magazine seizes the moment
A special issue, guest-edited by bestselling author Ta-Nehisi Coates, captures the cultural zeitgeist of race relations, activism and art during the summer of Black Lives Matter
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A special issue, guest-edited by bestselling author Ta-Nehisi Coates, captures the cultural zeitgeist of race relations, activism and art during the summer of Black Lives Matter
Recommendations of new fiction and non-fiction titles
One of the most respected and successful chroniclers of avian life has produced bestselling field guides for birdwatchers, covering more than 800 species
The bestselling author of "Thank You for Smoking" returns with a satire of the Trump administration "meddling" in the Russian election
Eddie S. Glaude Jr.'s bestseller – part biography, part memoir – examines the writer's trenchant and undespairing voice for the civil rights movement against our nation's current self-examination of race
The bestselling author of "Cloud Atlas" returns with a freewheeling novel about the emergence of a British band in the 1960s
Maggie O'Farrell's literary novel explores the effect on the Bard, and his marriage, of the loss of his young son
With the pandemic, French author and philosopher Bernard-Henri Lévy writes, America has experienced its "viral Pearl Harbor"
The first woman in America to earn three Michelin stars writes about how her ambition butted up against a restaurant culture that was traditionally a man's domain
Recommendations of new fiction and non-fiction titles
In the latest novel by the author of "The Mothers," twin sisters living in the Deep South in the 1960s choose separate lives as one secretly passes for White
In this debut novel set in contemporary India, a girl's flippant comment on a Facebook post leads to an accusation of terrorism
In their latest book Brad Meltzer and Josh Mensch (authors of the bestselling "The First Conspiracy") turn to a failed attempt to murder Abraham Lincoln before the 16th president could even be sworn into office
The author of "If I Bring You Roses" has written a story of a small coffee farm in late 19th century Puerto Rico, an island hard-hit by war, natural disaster and social upheaval
The comedian-artist (with co-author Dana Vachon) has written a semi-serious, semi-autobiographical novel, "Memoirs and Misinformation"
Patti LuPone, the star of "Evita" and "Gypsy," is returning to Broadway alongside her longtime friend Mia Farrow in a new play, "The Roommate," which explores the strength, depth, humor and surprise found in women of a certain age.
On a holiday weekend, most of us enjoy an extra day to relax. Comedian Jim Gaffigan is not most people.
After more than 40 years, the game show that's a TV institution has a new host, someone who's a broadcast institution himself: Ryan Seacrest, whose journey has taken him from tiny Dunwoody, Ga., to working with TV royalty Vanna White.
In her conversation with "Sunday Morning," Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson talks about one of the court's most divisive decisions, as well as her own journey to becoming the first Black woman to sit on the nation's highest court.
In her first broadcast interview, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson talks about her historic ascension to the nation's highest court; her dissent in the Trump immunity decision; and the controversy over ethics involving justices.
After years of preparation, the completed National World War I Memorial, featuring a 60-foot-long bronze relief sculpture dramatizing the horrors of war, will be unveiled this month in Washington, D.C.
Drivers on Highway 1, a ribbon of road that hugs the California coastline, are afforded spectacular views. But in recent years, fierce storms, landslides and wildfires have closed sections of the highway, blocking access to communities like Big Sur.
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the 2023 News & Documentary Emmy-winner for Outstanding Recorded News Program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
An Off-Broadway play, "N/A," features characters based on former Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, who remain nameless. The play's author hopes that one day names and labels will no longer magnify loyalties and divide audiences.
A storied part of our national heritage, Walden Pond and Walden Woods in Massachusetts – where Henry David Thoreau wrote his 1854 classic "Walden" – has been named one of "America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places" due to nearby development.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's vehicle was not involved in the crash, according to the campaign.
Vice President Kamala Harris plans to make the announcement in Pittsburgh alongside President Biden.
RMS Titanic Inc., which holds the legal rights to the 112-year-old wreck, completed its first trip since 2010 and released images from the expedition.
Hotel workers have been locked in contract negotiations with chains including Hilton, Hyatt and Marriott.
Walt Disney Co. pulled ESPN, its Disney network and ABC stations from DirecTV's service, a move that came on a busy sports night.
Hewlett Packard declines to drop U.K. claim for damages against the estate of British tech mogul Mike Lynch.
Vice President Kamala Harris plans to make the announcement in Pittsburgh alongside President Biden.
Hotel workers have been locked in contract negotiations with chains including Hilton, Hyatt and Marriott.
Walt Disney Co. pulled ESPN, its Disney network and ABC stations from DirecTV's service, a move that came on a busy sports night.
U.S. energy infrastructure has proven to be problematic as-is, and threats to its reliability are growing. Experts say there's a solution.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's vehicle was not involved in the crash, according to the campaign.
The U.S. seized Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's plane in the Dominican Republic and brought it to Florida on Monday, the Justice Department said.
Vice President Kamala Harris plans to make the announcement in Pittsburgh alongside President Biden.
U.S. energy infrastructure has proven to be problematic as-is, and threats to its reliability are growing. Experts say there's a solution.
The father of an Israeli-American still held captive by Hamas reiterated calls for a cease-fire and the release of the remaining hostages.
As a new school year is set to begin, some areas are seeing lower levels of vaccinations, which could make kids more susceptible to diseases like measles and whooping cough. Thd CDC is stepping up efforts to help get kids vaccinated, including those from lower income family who may struggle to afford health care. Celine Gounder reports.
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey, who signed a maternal health bill in her state last week, tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that she doesn't "believe anything that Donald Trump says," including his recent support of IVF. "I don't think Donald Trump can spell IVF, let alone understand what it means, because his own Project 2025, remember, which establishes a fetal personhood, would undermine and take away IVF treatment," Healey added.
A chance test by a gastrointestinal specialist led to a "bombshell" diagnosis.
There is a growing movement of social media influencers promoting raw or unpasteurized milk. It’s coincided with a recent spike in sales nationwide. However, health officials warn that drinking raw milk could have dangerous consequences.
Overnight, two Palestinians were killed by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank. Officials said the two were planning car bomb attacks. The incident comes as the Israeli military continues its operations in the territory for a fourth day. Meanwhile in Gaza, there is expected to be a pause in the fighting this weekend as the United Nations carries out urgent polio vaccinations.
Hewlett Packard declines to drop U.K. claim for damages against the estate of British tech mogul Mike Lynch.
The U.S. seized Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's plane in the Dominican Republic and brought it to Florida on Monday, the Justice Department said.
Roderick Townsend, who has an upper right shoulder impairment after sustaining nerve damage at birth, considers himself the "bad guy."
The man was finally arrested after he brought the victim to a hospital for treatment of a dislocated shoulder.
Adi Alexander, whose son Edan is still believed to be in Hamas captivity, calls on Israel to reach a cease-fire and hostage release deal.
There are several anticipated films coming out this fall, including "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," "Joker: Folie à Deux," "Transformers One" and "Wicked." Fandango's managing editor, Erik Davis, joins "CBS Mornings" with his must-see movie picks.
Walt Disney Co. pulled ESPN, its Disney network and ABC stations from DirecTV's service, a move that came on a busy sports night.
Patti LuPone, the star of "Evita" and "Gypsy," is returning to Broadway alongside her longtime friend Mia Farrow in a new play, "The Roommate," which explores the strength, depth, humor and surprise found in women of a certain age.
Patti LuPone, the star of "Evita" and "Gypsy," is returning to Broadway alongside her longtime friend Mia Farrow in a new play, "The Roommate," which explores the strength, depth, humor and surprise found in women of a certain age. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with LuPone about the power of women with experience, and of an actor's longevity; and with Farrow about how she views her career, from the 13 films she made with director Woody Allen, to what she views as the best part she's ever been offered.
After more than 40 years, the game show that's a TV institution has a new host, someone who's a broadcast institution himself: Ryan Seacrest, whose journey has taken him from tiny Dunwoody, Ga., to working with TV royalty Vanna White.
Brazilian Supreme Court Judge Alexandre de Moraes ordered the suspension of Elon Musk's social media giant X in Brazil after the billionaire refused to name a legal representative in the country.
Ads for major Republican and Democratic groups and candidates appear under racist content that could be making money on X.
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.
If you have an Amazon smart speaker, you may count on Alexa to help keep track of your to-do lists, check the weather or answer your questions on the fly, but would you pay extra if it meant an upgraded version of the personal voice assistant? Amazon is ready to find out as it looks to launch its delayed AI Alexa subscription by October. Abrar Al-Heeti, consumer tech and mobile reporter for CNET, joined CBS News to discuss the new service.
New artificial intelligence tools such as Flux are making it easier than ever to alter or fabricate images.
More Americans are having to choose between food and energy bills as the price of electricity rises. The cost is based on many factors, but one stands out from the rest — and is likely only going to make matters more complicated and expensive.
The crash-landing of a SpaceX booster ended a string of 267 successful recoveries in a row.
The landing mishap ended a string of 267 successful booster recoveries.
A Houston program funded in large part by oil and plastic producers claims to recycle any type of plastic. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy has more on his investigation into the program's claims.
Houston, Texas, says its new recycling program can handle any type of plastic and the city is touting it as a model for the nation. In collaboration with the nonprofit Inside Climate News, CBS News' Ben Tracy looked into whether the claims are too good to be true.
Clerance George was charged with murder and aggravated assault in the June 2000 death of Julie Ann McDonald.
A suspect was located on a CTA Pink Line train and was taken into custody. A weapon was recovered.
The charges against 46-year-old Ashley Paul Griffith were so extensive that it took Judge Anthony Rafter more than two hours to read them.
The land seizure is considered the biggest in recent history, with officials estimating the drugs are worth at least $200 million.
Witnesses reported that a man used a front-end loader to ram cars, then fatally shot three women, before he was killed by a resident, police said.
Crew 9 commander Zena Cardman and Stephanie Wilson will stay behind when the Crew 9 mission takes off on Sept. 24.
Blue Origin launched six passengers, including a NASA-sponsored researcher and the youngest woman to fly in space, in the company's eighth crewed spaceflight.
The crash-landing of a SpaceX booster ended a string of 267 successful recoveries in a row.
SpaceX pressed ahead with plans for back-to-back launches of Starlink internet satellites Wednesday, one from Florida and the other from California. But there were some issues in Florida when the first stage of the Falcon 9 rocket toppled over after landing at sea. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
The landing mishap ended a string of 267 successful booster recoveries.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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.
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.
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
The actor, recipient of a lifetime achievement Academy Award, was renowned for such films as "MASH," "Klute," "Don't Look Now," "Ordinary People," and "The Hunger Games."
In New Jersey, Americans are racing on the beach in Ocean City to celebrate Labor Day as the 2024 summer approaches its end. CBS News Philadelphia's Kim Hudson reports.
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates in September as inflation appears to cool. CBS News contributor Javier E. David has more on what to expect.
President Biden said Monday that he does not believe Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is doing enough to reach a cease-fire and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas. CBS News contributor Robert Berger has more.
A boy who broke a 3,500-year-old ancient artifact that was being displayed at the Hecht Museum at the University of Haifa in Israel was invited back in an act of forgiveness by the staff. CBS News' Tina Kraus has the story.
More than a million New Yorkers are expected to celebrate the West Indian American Day Carnival and Parade over Labor Day. CBS News New York's Hannah Kliger has more.