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Melinda French Gates opens up about divorce

Melinda French Gates sits down exclusively with "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King for her first wide-ranging interview since divorcing Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates. She addresses rumors of Bill Gates' infidelity and interactions with Jeffrey Epstein, and shares details about her ongoing commitment to philanthropy. In a statement to CBS News, Bill Gates said "meeting with Epstein was a mistake that I regret deeply. It was a substantial error in judgment."

Mar 3, 2022
09:55

Melinda French Gates on continuing foundation work

In her first TV interview since her divorce, philanthropist Melinda French Gates tells Gayle King that she and Microsoft mogul Bill Gates are putting aside their differences to continue their charity work.

Mar 2, 2022
01:26

Melinda French Gates speaks on divorce

Melinda French Gates sits down exclusively with “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King for her first TV interview since divorcing billionaire philanthropist and Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates.

Mar 2, 2022
02:44

Bill Gates says it was a "huge mistake" to spend time with Jeffrey Epstein

Gates also addressed his divorce from Melinda Gates, which was finalized this week.

Aug 5, 2021

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Melinda Gates could quit foundation she runs with Bill Gates

Following their divorce, the former couple have created a contingency plan for who will lead the Gates Foundation.

Jul 7, 2021

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Gates Foundation commits $2.1B to advance gender equality

Melinda French Gates, co-chair of the Gates Foundation, said progress on gender equality has been "slow."

Jun 30, 2021

Microsoft investigated Gates affair before he left board

Gates spokesperson said incident from 2000 had nothing to do with co-founder's departure from Microsoft board last year.

May 17, 2021

Bill and Melinda Gates to divorce after 27 years

"We continue to share a belief in that mission and will continue our work together at the foundation, but we no longer believe we can grow together as a couple in this next phase of our lives."

May 4, 2021

Bill and Melinda Gates announce divorce

Bill and Melinda Gates, one of the richest couples in the world, are divorcing after 27 years of marriage. Ben Tracy has more on what happens when billionaires divorce.

May 3, 2021
01:36

Forbes lists wealthiest billionaires in the world

Forbes has revealed the world's wealthiest people — and it's the biggest group in the annual list's 35 years. Here's who sits atop the list.

Apr 6, 2021
00:34

Bill Gates in Brussels to Promote Health and Clean-Energy Initiatives

Third shot may be needed to fight new variants, Bill Gates warns

There's growing concern about the effectiveness of current vaccines against variants from Brazil and South Africa.

Feb 17, 2021

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Religious-based vaccine conspiracies abound

A number of religious-based conspiracy theories about the COVID-19 vaccine are increasingly popular on social media. They often refer to Christian themes regarding the devil and the apocalypse. This type of content is becoming increasingly difficult for social media companies to moderate, despite their recent crackdowns on misinformation. Elizabeth Dwoskin, a Silicon Valley correspondent for The Washington Post, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to explain the implications of these false claims.

Feb 16, 2021
08:39

Bill Gates on changes to avoid a climate disaster

Norah O'Donnell interviews Bill Gates about his determination to get the world to make drastic changes to save the planet from climate change.

Feb 16, 2021
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Bill Gates says "we need hundreds of Elon Musks"

With Tesla, Elon Musk has helped electric cars become more mainstream.

Feb 16, 2021

Bill Gates calls for eliminating emissions

Billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates talked with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell about how changing energy, food, transportation and many other forms of production can help reduce greenhouse emissions. The two discussed his new book, "How to Avoid a Climate Disaster."

Feb 16, 2021
32:02

How Bill Gates thinks Americans can combat climate change

The billionaire philanthropist called the effort "bigger than anything humanity has done to date."

Feb 16, 2021

ICYMI: A look back at Sunday's 60 Minutes

Unprecedented Russian SolarWinds hack that infiltrated federal government likely still happening; Then, Bill Gates on how the world can avoid a climate disaster; And, Simone Biles readies for her final Olympics.

Feb 15, 2021

A minute with Bill Gates

Bill Gates tells 60 Minutes’ Anderson Cooper about the last book he read, what time of day he does his best work, and what piece of tech he can’t do without

Feb 15, 2021
01:20

Bill Gates: How the world can avoid a climate disaster

"Without innovation, we will not solve climate change. We won't even come close," Gates says. Anderson Cooper reports for 60 Minutes.

Feb 15, 2021

Bill Gates: The 2021 60 Minutes interview

"Without innovation, we will not solve climate change. We won't even come close," Gates says. Anderson Cooper reports for 60 Minutes.

Feb 14, 2021
13:27

Bill Gates says he is determined as ever to drive innovation

The co-founder of Microsoft maintains his urgency toward solving the world's most challenging problems, including COVID-19, malaria, and climate change.

Feb 14, 2021

Gates on mistrust in science

The billionaire philanthropist has been the target of conspiracy theorists. He told 60 Minutes, "There may be some need to slow down the crazy stuff."

Feb 14, 2021
05:10

Bill Gates takes aim at climate change

"The amount of change, new ideas. It's way greater than the pandemic. And it needs a level of cooperation that would be unprecedented," Gates tells Anderson Cooper. See the interview, Sunday on 60 Minutes.

Feb 12, 2021

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Bill Gates takes aim at climate change

"The amount of change, new ideas. It's way greater than the pandemic. And it needs a level of cooperation that would be unprecedented," Gates tells Anderson Cooper about combating climate change. See the interview, Sunday on "60 Minutes."

Feb 12, 2021
01:27

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Melinda Gates on COVID-19 response and conspiracy theories

To date, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has invested $1.75 billion in the fight against COVID-19.

Jan 27, 2021

Biden signs government funding bill, averting a shutdown

The stopgap measure will fund the government and provide tens of billions in disaster relief.

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Death toll in attack at German Christmas market rises to 5; 200 injured

Police say the driver is under arrest after plowing into the crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, killing at least five people and injuring at least 200.

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Senate approves bill to expand Social Security to millions of Americans

Senators approve a bill to expand Social Security benefits to millions of Americans, with President Biden expected to sign it into law.

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What we know about suspect in Christmas market attack in Germany

The suspect, identified by local media as 50-year-old Taleb A., was arrested after plowing a black BMW into a Christmas market crowded with holiday shoppers in Magdeburg, Germany, killing at least five people and wounding more than 200 others.

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President Biden Delivers Remarks On Ketanji Brown Jackson's Confirmation To Supreme Court

Biden surpasses Trump with 235th federal judge confirmed

The Senate confirmed two more judges to the federal bench on Friday, giving President Biden a total of 235 since he took office.

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Here's a fact check on Trump's recent comments about the history of U.S. tariffs

Historians say Trump falsely said he was the only president to collect revenue from tariffs on Chinese goods, among other claims.

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What to know about the winter solstice, 2024's shortest day

The 2024 winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, happens on Saturday, Dec. 21, and is marked with traditions and celebrations around the world.

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10 dead after stampede at a Christmas charity event in Nigeria

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Pope Francis tells Vatican staff to stop gossiping in Christmas speech

Pope Francis has told Vatican bureaucrats to stop speaking ill of one another, calling gossip "an evil that destroys social life."

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Senate approves bill to expand Social Security to millions of Americans

Senators approve a bill to expand Social Security benefits to millions of Americans, with President Biden expected to sign it into law.

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What to know about the winter solstice, 2024's shortest day

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Senate approves bill to expand Social Security to millions of Americans

Senators approve a bill to expand Social Security benefits to millions of Americans, with President Biden expected to sign it into law.

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IRS sending up to $1,400 to 1 million people. Here's who qualifies.

The IRS said it's sending out checks worth up to $1,400 to 1 million people. Here's what to know about the "special payments."

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Feds sue Zelle, alleging nation's biggest banks failed to stop fraud

Government watchdog claims Americans lost hundreds of millions to fraud related to the bank-operated mobile payments network.

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What would a government shutdown mean for flights and air travel?

Here's what the anticipated record number of holiday travelers should know about how a government shutdown could affect trips.

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Biden surpasses Trump with 235th federal judge confirmed

The Senate confirmed two more judges to the federal bench on Friday, giving President Biden a total of 235 since he took office.

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Here's a fact check on Trump's recent comments about the history of U.S. tariffs

Historians say Trump falsely said he was the only president to collect revenue from tariffs on Chinese goods, among other claims.

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Feds sue Zelle, alleging nation's biggest banks failed to stop fraud

Government watchdog claims Americans lost hundreds of millions to fraud related to the bank-operated mobile payments network.

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Mayorkas warns of "serious" consequences for Homeland Security if government shuts down

The warning came before the House passed a last-minute stopgap funding bill with bipartisan support Friday night, sending it to the Senate.

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President Biden To Promote Student Loan 'Plan B' In Wisconsin College Town

Biden issues likely last round of student debt forgiveness before leaving office

The Biden administration is canceling federal student loans for another 55,000 workers to the tune of $4.28 billion in what's expected to be the last such round before he leaves office.

Dec 20

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A teen's misdiagnosis led to medication, but surgery led to a cure

Isaac Klapper was 10 years old when he started having episodes of what doctors initially thought was a movement disorder.

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Why fish, birds and other animals yawn too, according to an expert

Humans aren't alone when it comes to yawning — all vertebrates do it. But why? An expert explains the likely reason behind this "evolutionarily ancient" act.

Dec 20

Stuffing stockings with skincare? Here's what kids should and shouldn't be using

Skin care is all the rage for teens and tweens these days, but be careful not to give products that could cause more harm than good.

Dec 20

Cost of health care concept, stethoscope and calculator on document

He went in for a colonoscopy. The hospital charged $19,000 for two.

A Chicago man was stuck with a big medical bill after undergoing a colonoscopy that found no evidence of cancer. Here's why.

Dec 19

Frito-Lay recalls some Lay's chips over "life-threatening" allergy risk

Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.

Dec 19

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Pope Francis tells Vatican staff to stop gossiping in Christmas speech

Pope Francis has told Vatican bureaucrats to stop speaking ill of one another, calling gossip "an evil that destroys social life."

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At least 37 dead after crash between a passenger bus and a truck in Brazil

In 2024, more than 10,000 people died in traffic accidents in Brazil, according to the Ministry of Transportation.

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Rocket from Yemen strikes Tel Aviv, injuring 16 people

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What we know about suspect in Christmas market attack in Germany

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Young dancers take on lead roles in Christmas classic "The Nutcracker"

The New York City Ballet has been performing "The Nutcracker" for decades. Each year, young dancers make their mark on the ballet.

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Director Robert Eggers' highly-anticipated horror film "Nosferatu" will hit theaters on Christmas Day. The acclaimed director sat down with CBS Saturday Morning to talk about bringing the classic vampire tale to a new audience.

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The man behind method acting

50 years ago, "The Godfather Part II" was playing in theaters nationwide. The film catapulted Lee Strasberg, whose namesake form of acting preparation was used by some of the film's leads, to stardom. Dozens of the entertainment industry's biggest stars have trained at his institute, learning the techniques of method acting. Michelle Miller went behind the scenes to learn more about "The Method Man."

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The young dancers behind a holiday classic

The New York City Ballet's production of "The Nutcracker" began in 1954 and has remained one of the most enduring shows at Lincoln Center. Two young dancers taking the stage this year opened up about living their dream and keeping a holiday classic alive.

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The untold WWII story of "Six Triple Eight"

Tyler Perry and Kerry Washington team up on the film "Six Triple Eight," spotlighting the only all-Black women's battalion in Europe during WWII. Washington stars as Charity Adams, the highest-ranking Black female officer.

Dec 20
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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.

Dec 18
01:31

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.

Dec 18

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.

Mar 28
03:27

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.

Dec 18
03:28

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.

Dec 18

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What to know about the winter solstice, 2024's shortest day

The 2024 winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, happens on Saturday, Dec. 21, and is marked with traditions and celebrations around the world.

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Class-action lawsuit over plastic recycling

This week a group of plaintiffs in Missouri, Kansas, California and Florida filed a class-action lawsuit against dozens of companies and organizations, claiming they've falsely promoted how easy it is to recycle plastics. CBS News Los Angeles climatologist Marina Jurica has the details.

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Why fish, birds and other animals yawn too, according to an expert

Humans aren't alone when it comes to yawning — all vertebrates do it. But why? An expert explains the likely reason behind this "evolutionarily ancient" act.

Dec 20

Americans coexisted with 4-ton sloths for millennia, research shows

Early Americans may have spent millennia sharing prehistoric savannas and wetlands with enormous beasts, research shows.

Dec 20

EPA tackling pollution in at-risk communities

The Environmental Protection Agency under President Biden created a new Office of Environmental Justice that seeks to address pollution levels in disadvantaged and marginalized communities. However, there is concern that the incoming Trump administration could do away with the new department. David Schechter reports.

Dec 19
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CEO killing sparks concerns about extremism

Luigi Mangione, now held in a New York City lock-up, could face the death penalty if convicted of the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The killing is sparking new concerns about violent extremism bubbling across the country.

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Dozens injured in Germany Christmas market attack

At least two people are dead and dozens more injured after a vehicle plowed into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. Authorities say the driver of the car was arrested and that it appears to be a deliberate attack. Elaine Cobbe has details.

18H ago
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German Christmas market attack update

At least two people were killed and over 60 were injured after a car crashed into a Christmas market in eastern Germany. Authorities arrested a suspect, saying they believe he acted alone in the deliberate act. CBS News national security contributor Sam Vinograd has more details.

19H ago
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Toddler killed in German market attack, police say

At least two people, including a toddler, were killed, and at least 60 more hurt, after a car crashed into a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, in what authorities said appeared to be a deliberate attack. German police said a Saudi man has been arrested, but a motive has not yet been determined. CBS News reporter Anna Noryskiewicz has more.

19H ago
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Details on suspect in crash at German market

More than 60 people were injured and at least two killed Friday after a driver rammed into a crowded Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. The driver is in custody and local government officials say they suspect the crash was deliberate. CBS News reporter Haley Ott has the latest details.

20H ago
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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.

Dec 19

NASA astronauts Suni Williams, left, and Butch Wilmore, wearing Boeing spacesuits, depart the Neil A. Armstrong Operations and Checkout Building at Kennedy Space Center in Florida on June 5, 2024.

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.

Dec 18

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.

Dec 18
02:57

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.

Dec 18

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.

Dec 18
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