Dalai Lama says he'll have a successor, after all, so he'd be reincarnated
The Dalai Lama says he'll have a successor, after all, ending years of speculation that he might be the last person to hold the role and meaning he'd be reincarnated.
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The current Dalai Lama announced that the next Tibetan Buddhist leader will be reincarnated once again. An American man is missing in Turks and Caicos and police say he was last seen at his hotel. And the rapper formerly known as Kanye West has been barred from entering Australia. CBS News reporter Juliette Goodrich has a roundup of world headlines.
Dalai Lama apologizes for asking boy to suck his tongue
Video of the public encounter shows Tibet's 87-year-old spiritual leader planting a kiss on a boy's lips as he leans in to pay respects, drawing outrage online.
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Dozen states pausing reopening phases amid surge in coronavirus cases; Pilot dad flies 6-year-old son to Disney on Make-a-Wish trip.
Dalai Lama on Beijing's crack down on Hong Kong
Tibet's spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, was forced into exile in 1959 after an uprising in his country was crushed by Chinese forces. Now, as Beijing clamps down on Hong Kong's freedom and massive protests, he says, he's wary. Ramy Inocencio reports.
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The people of Greece have voted to reject the terms of an international bailout. Detractors warn the vote will cease talks with creditors and lead to a forced exit from the euro, but Greek officials say voting "no" is a power move, giving Greece the upperhand in new funding negotiations; four generations of British royals and a large crowd of admirers gathered for the baptism of the youngest member of the family.
The spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhists is hosting a summit on global compassion in Southern California, but remains humble about his own birthday
The spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhists is hosting a summit on global compassion in Southern California, but remains humble about his own birthday. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans chats with the 14th Dalai Lama about getting old.
The Dalai Lama on COVID-19, Trump, and "old thinking" in America
Tibet's exiled Buddhist spiritual leader knows a thing or two about forced isolation, and he shares some wisdom with CBS News ahead of his 85th birthday.
Dalai Lama talks pandemic, protests and Trump
The Dalai Lama, the world's most important Buddhist leader, is approaching his 85th birthday. After more than 60 years of spiritual guidance, he talks with Ramy Inocencio about his life during the pandemic, the protests and the idea of meeting President Trump.
The Dalai Lama says female successor should be attractive
If not, "people, I think prefer, not see her, that face," the 14th Dalai Lama said
Dalai Lama hospitalized with chest infection
But a spokesperson says the Tibetan spiritual leader is feeling better
Dalai Lama expresses hope for Trump-Putin relationship
The Dalai Lama had said in Mongolia in November that he had “no worries” about Trump’s election as U.S. president
Dalai Lama has "no worries" about Donald Trump running U.S.
Winner of 1989 Nobel Peace Prize says, in spite of campaign rhetoric, job will force Trump to govern "according (to) reality"
China warns public after Lady Gaga meets Dalai Lama
The Chinese government said the Dalai Lama's motives are nefarious
Obama meets quietly with Dalai Lama
This will be the fourth official meeting between the two at the White House
Dalai Lama cancels October U.S. appearances for medical rest
The 80-year-old Tibetan Buddhist leader's condition is not clear, but doctors at Mayo Clinic told him to slow down
Dalai Lama at Mayo Clinic for evaluation
The 80-year-old Tibetan Buddhist spiritual leader has made regular visits to the Mayo Clinic in past years
Dalai Lama turns 80
The longest living Dalai Lama, Tibet's spiritual leader, celebrates his 80th birthday
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Dalai Lama celebrates 80th birthday with California summit
Hundreds expected to attend his talks on compassion, youth leadership, climate change
Glastonbury 2015: Headliners, hit makers and the Dalai Lama
The 2015 Glastonbury Festival in Somerset, England featured performances from current artists like Kanye West, Pharrell Williams and Mary J. Blige, as well as rock icons The Who and Patti Smith
Winter storm snarls thousands of flights. Maps show the latest forecast
Millions of Americans live in areas under winter storm alerts stretching from northern Minnesota to the Eastern Seaboard.
Russia targets Kyiv with deadly strikes ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meeting
Explosions boomed across Kyiv for hours as ballistic missiles and drones hit the city in an attack that began early in the morning.
Trump calls for release of any Epstein files naming Democrats: "Embarrass them"
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
Iran seizes oil tanker smuggling fuel on Strait of Hormuz, Tehran says
Iran seized a foreign oil tanker as it traveled the strategic Strait of Hormuz carrying some 25,000 barrels of smuggled fuel, state media said.
Dad uses cell phone data to rescue missing daughter, police say
After a teen didn't return from walking her dog, her dad used cell phone data to find her in a secluded area two miles away.
Karoline Leavitt announces she is pregnant with her second child
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
African regional bodies reject Israel's recognition of Somaliland
President Trump said he won't quickly follow Mideast ally Israel in recognizing Somaliland, saying he needed to "study" it.
Second actor accuses Tyler Perry of sexual assault in new lawsuit
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
Rescuers search for soccer coach, children after boat sinks in Indonesia
The Spanish soccer club Valencia said that a coach for its women's reserve team, Fernando Martín, and three of his children were among the victims.
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Jeffrey R. Holland, next in line to lead Mormon church, dies at 85
Jeffrey R. Holland was next in line to lead the Mormon church under a long-established succession plan.
Boy with autism, 6, rescued from pond 15 months after similar incident
The boy, identified by police as Coco, was found in chest-deep waters but was not injured.
Dad uses cell phone data to rescue missing daughter, police say
After a teen didn't return from walking her dog, her dad used cell phone data to find her in a secluded area two miles away.
3 wounded in shooting at rural Idaho sheriff's office, officials say; suspect killed
The suspected gunman was shot and killed by law enforcement, authorities said.
Second actor accuses Tyler Perry of sexual assault in new lawsuit
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
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Planning to return unwanted Christmas gifts? You may be charged fees.
Several major retailers are now charging customers to return items even if they are unopened and in perfect condition.
U.S. stocks hover at record highs after the Christmas holiday
Stocks are mostly flat in quiet morning trading on Friday as investors return from the Christmas holiday.
Here's what is open on the day after Christmas, from retailers to banks
With President Trump declaring Dec. 26 a federal holiday, here's what's open and closed on Dec. 26.
5 money moves to make in 2026, according to financial experts
As many Americans head into 2026 with mounting money worries, reviewing your finances now could help put you on firmer footing next year.
Is anything open on Christmas Day 2025? See which businesses are operating.
Most major retail stores and grocery chains are closed on Christmas Day, with some exceptions.
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Trump calls for release of any Epstein files naming Democrats: "Embarrass them"
As prosecutors contend with a massive trove of Epstein files, President Trump suggested Friday the Justice Department is spending too much time on the issue — but said Democrats should be named.
Karoline Leavitt announces she is pregnant with her second child
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
Veterans Affairs Department reimposing near total abortion ban
The Veterans Affairs Department is reimposing a near total ban on abortions for veterans and their families that was modified in 2022.
U.S. launches strikes on ISIS targets in Nigeria, Trump says
Strikes against ISIS targets in Nigeria come after President Trump spent weeks accusing the West African country's government of failing to rein in the persecution of Christians.
Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers that "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
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Flu cases skyrocket across the U.S
Nearly five million flu cases have been reported nationwide, the CDC estimates, and at least 1,900 people have died from the virus. "CBS Saturday Morning" has more on why this year's strain is breaking records.
Baby defies all odds after growing outside his mom's womb
Suze Lopez, a 41-year-old nurse who lives in Bakersfield, California, didn't know she was pregnant with her second child until days before giving birth.
FDA approves Wegovy pill for weight loss
The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy.
Aetna to cover IVF treatments for same-sex couples in national settlement
A federal judge has approved a preliminary agreement for a class action lawsuit requiring Aetna to cover fertility treatments for same-sex couples as they do with heterosexual couples.
Flu season is ramping up, and some experts are "pretty worried"
Doctors and scientists say this year's influenza season could be tougher than usual, with a new version of the flu virus, called H3N2, spreading quickly.
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Rescuers search for soccer coach, children after boat sinks in Indonesia
The Spanish soccer club Valencia said that a coach for its women's reserve team, Fernando Martín, and three of his children were among the victims.
African regional bodies reject Israel's recognition of Somaliland
President Trump said he won't quickly follow Mideast ally Israel in recognizing Somaliland, saying he needed to "study" it.
Russia targets Kyiv with deadly strikes ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meeting
Explosions boomed across Kyiv for hours as ballistic missiles and drones hit the city in an attack that began early in the morning.
Thailand and Cambodia sign new ceasefire deal after weeks of fighting
Thailand and Cambodia signed a ceasefire agreement on Saturday after weeks of deadly fighting along their border.
Israeli police say 2 killed in car-ramming and stabbing attack by Palestinian
The attack began Friday afternoon in the northern city of Beit Shean, where the Palestinian man crashed his vehicle into people, killing one man and injuring a teenage boy.
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Second actor accuses Tyler Perry of sexual assault in new lawsuit
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
Perry Bamonte, guitarist for The Cure, dies after "short illness" at 65
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
Broadway actress Imani Smith stabbed to death in New Jersey, police say
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
Former "Big Brother" houseguest Mickey Lee died on Christmas, family says
Mickey Lee, a former "Big Brother" houseguest known for her vibrant personality and bold gameplay, has died, her family announced in a social media post shared Friday.
Kimmel skewers Trump, tells U.K. viewers that "tyranny is booming" in U.S.
The message, aired on Channel 4 on Christmas Day, reflected on the impact of President Trump's second term in office thus far.
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Instacart ending AI price tests for retailers
Instacart says its ending its controversial system of using AI price tests for retailers. Earlier this month, an investigation by Consumer Reports and progressive think tank Groundwork Collaborative found that Instacart's algorithmic pricing charged various prices for the same item from the same store. Jo Ling Kent reports.
Tech companies push for data centers
Massive tech companies wanting to build more data centers in the U.S. are lobbying for support among Americans, according to a recent report by POLITICO. Gabby Miller joins CBS News with more on her reporting.
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.
Top tech gadgets of 2025
Timothy Werth, a tech editor at Mashable, joins "CBS News 24/7" to discuss the best gadgets of 2025.
Instacart to end AI price tests for retailers following investigation
Instacart had drawn criticism for testing an AI-based system that enabled retailers to charge different prices for the same grocery items.
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Major climate research center on Trump administration chopping block
The Trump administration intends to dismantle one of the world's leading climate research institutions, in Boulder, Colorado, over what it said were concerns about "climate alarmism."
Researchers capture video of rare polar bear adoption
The footage of a bear caring for an adopted cub was captured during the annual polar bear migration along the Western Hudson Bay in Churchill, Manitoba.
Dinosaur tracks showing "herds moving in synchrony" found in Italy
Most of the footprints are elongated and made by bipeds. The best-preserved ones bear traces of at least four toes.
Interstellar comet is making its closest approach to Earth
NASA continues to aim its space telescopes at the visiting ice ball, estimated to be up to 3.5 miles in size.
Fossil footprints in Bolivia reveal dinosaurs' awkward attempts to swim
Paleontologists have discovered and documented 16,600 footprints left by theropods, the dinosaur group that includes the Tyrannosaurus rex.
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Dad uses cell phone data to rescue missing daughter, police say
After a teen didn't return from walking her dog, her dad used cell phone data to find her in a secluded area two miles away.
What's next on the Epstein files release?
Lawmakers may take action against the Department of Justice for the delayed release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson weighs in.
Two police officers injured, suspect killed during child custody exchange
Police were called to a shopping center late Friday morning. Two officers were shot and are in critical condition.
Broadway actress Imani Smith stabbed to death in New Jersey, police say
Smith previously played young Nala in "The Lion King" on Broadway.
15 hurt in stabbing, chemical liquid attack in Japan tire factory
More than a dozen people were injured in a stabbing attack in a factory in central Japan in which a liquid believed to be bleach was also sprayed, authorities said.
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NASA's search for next lunar rover
NASA astronauts took their first drive on the moon 54 years ago. Now, three companies are competing for a NASA contract to build a new lunar rover for use starting with the Artemis 5 mission in 2030. Kris Van Cleave reports.
Artemis 2 astronauts rehearse countdown for upcoming moon launch
NASA is gearing up to send four Artemis astronauts on looping test flight around the moon in 2026.
Woman is first wheelchair user launched into space
A German aerospace engineer made history Saturday, becoming the first wheelchair user to go into space when she took a 10-minute trip aboard a Blue Origin rocket.
Blue Origin safely launches wheelchair user to space and back
German engineer Michaela Benthaus is the first person with a significant physical handicap to reach space.
Jared Isaacman, billionaire who's flown with SpaceX, confirmed to lead NASA
President Trump withdrew Isaacman's nomination for NASA administrator in April, before nominating him again in November.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
The life & near death of prizefighter Christy Salters-Martin
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
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Robert Redford's conservation legacy
Robert Redford, who died in September, is known for founding the Sundance Film Festival -- but "CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about his conservation efforts behind-the-scenes that have helped generations of hikers and nature lovers.
Cardinals fans travel on team plane
"CBS Saturday Morning" travels with Arizona Cardinals season-ticket holders who were offered the opportunity to take the team plane to a game.
The Dish: Nowon
Nowon combines American staples like cheeseburgers with Korean flavors. As the restaurant group expands to Boston from New York City, "CBS Saturday Morning" catches up with chef and owner Jay Lee to learn more about the inspiring story behind his popular food.
Why beef prices are so high right now
Beef prices are up 15% compared to last year, while chicken and pork prices are only up around 1%. "CBS Saturday Morning" goes behind-the-scenes to figure out what's behind the spike.
Flu cases skyrocket across the U.S
Nearly five million flu cases have been reported nationwide, the CDC estimates, and at least 1,900 people have died from the virus. "CBS Saturday Morning" has more on why this year's strain is breaking records.