Flashback: Surveillance and privacy in 1984
"Face the Nation" takes a look back at the roots of the surveillance debate now roiling American politics
Edward Snowden
Could Edward Snowden get a fair trial in the U.S.?
NSA whistleblower Thomas Drake and Jesselyn Radack, a legal advisor to NSA leaker Edward Snowden, discuss Snowden’s legal fate
Looking back at 2013
As we close the book on an eventful year, Charles Osgood reviews some of the most memorable news from 2013.
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A look back at the government surveillance debate that dominated 2013
Federal judge rules NSA data collection legal
A federal judge in New York ruled that the National Security Agency’s massive collection of millions of Americans’ phone records and personal data is legal
Snowden says surveillance worse than “1984”
NSA leaker said the government surveillance goes far beyond what George Orwell envisioned in his novel
NSA leaker Edward Snowden: "I already won"
Edward Snowden claimed victory in his campaign to unmask the National Security Agency's global surveillance programs, telling the Washington Post "the mission's already accomplished."
Snowden: “I already won”
Edward Snowden told The Washington Post he accomplished his mission of exposing National Security Agency secrets
Susan Rice was asked if the Obama administration would make a deal with the NSA leaker Edward Snowden
During a "60 Minutes" interview Sunday night with Lesley Stahl, Susan Rice, the president's national security adviser, was asked if the Obama administration would make a deal with the NSA leaker Edward Snowden.
At his final press conference of the year, President Obama addressed questions about NSA leaker Edward Snowden, and whether there's a possibility of a negotiation for a plea agreement or amnesty
At his final press conference of the year, President Obama addressed questions about NSA leaker Edward Snowden, and whether there's a possibility of a negotiation for a plea agreement or amnesty. Major Garrett reports.
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from December 20, 2013
President Obama addressed questions about NSA leaker Edward Snowden, and whether there's a possibility of a negotiation for a plea agreement or amnesty; and, Steve Hartman meets Jackie Turner, a woman who wanted to raise her spirits around the holidays by hiring a set of parents on Craigslist.
Obama sidesteps question about Snowden amnesty
President Obama says NSA leaker Edward Snowden started a worthwhile conversation but he damaged U.S. security
Putin defends NSA surveillance: Needed to fight terrorism
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that the National Security Agency's controversial data collection program is needed to fight terrorism
Is there a hidden bombshell in panel's NSA report?
The report by President Obama's advisory panel recommends the FBI stop using the National Security Letter the way they have been using it since 9/11
The full episode of the CBS Evening News from December 18, 2013
In his last press conference as Federal Reserve chairman, Ben Bernanke said the Fed will continue to stimulate the economy, but will cut bond purchases by $10 billion in January; and, Snowball Express, named for an old Disney movie, brings a weekend of fun to kids who have lost a parent to war. The non-profit organization gives children -- and parents -- an opportunity to spend time with people who understand what they've gone through.
White House press secretary says there's been "no change" in the administration's position on the man who leaked classified information about NSA programs.
White House Press Secretary Jay Carney says there's been "no change" in the administration's position on the man who leaked classified information about NSA programs.
U.S. intelligence insiders say the Edward Snowden affair will continue to create problems for years to come
Just the tip of the iceberg? U.S. intelligence insiders say the Edward Snowden affair will continue to create problems for years to come. CBS News senior correspondent John Miller was granted unprecedented access behind-the-scenes at the NSA. He joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts with details.
The Snowden Affair
Part Two: Who is Edward Snowden? John Miller reports on what the NSA has learned about the contractor responsible for stealing 1.7 million classified documents. Plus, see for the first time the black chamber - a secret room where the nation's code breakers work.
Inside the NSA
Part One: The NSA allows 60 Minutes cameras inside the agency's secure areas for the first time to explain what it does and what it says it doesn't do: spy on Americans, a misconception it says the Edward Snowden leaks have created. John Miller reports.
The NSA's Rick Ledgett said the NSA needs to be more "transparent," but he believes people will die as a result of Snowden's leaks
The NSA's Rick Ledgett said the NSA needs to be more "transparent," but he believes people will die as a result of Snowden's leaks.
The NSA's Rick Ledgett said he'd be "shocked" if foreign intelligence agencies hadn't already gained access to Snowden's leaked material
The NSA's Rick Ledgett said he'd be "shocked" if foreign intelligence agencies hadn't already gained access to Snowden's leaked material.
According to the NSA's Rick Ledgett, suspected terrorists are discussing how to learn from intelligence documents leaked by Snowden
According to the NSA's Rick Ledgett, suspected terrorists are discussing how to learn from intelligence documents leaked by Snowden.
The NSA's Rick Ledgett said system administrators detected that Snowden was downloading confidential documents
The NSA's Rick Ledgett said system administrators detected that Snowden was downloading confidential documents.
On assignment for 60 Minutes, CBS' John Miller asked the NSA's Rick Ledgett what he would say to Edward Snowden if given the chance
On assignment for 60 Minutes, CBS' John Miller asked the NSA's Rick Ledgett what he would say to Edward Snowden if given the chance.
Moment of the week: How did Edward Snowden find his way into a high-security position in a U.S. intelligence agency? By cheating on the entrance exam, says the NSA
Moment of the week: How did Edward Snowden find his way into a high-security position in a U.S. intelligence agency? By cheating on the entrance exam, says the NSA
Judge postpones Trump's New York "hush money" sentencing
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
Guns, ammunition flowing from U.S. to Latin America and Caribbean
U.S. guns are fueling conflict in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Supreme Court tosses Facebook appeal in shareholder lawsuit
The Supreme Court issued its first opinion of the term, a one-line decision dismissing Facebook's appeal.
Trump selects Pam Bondi for attorney general after Gaetz withdraws
President-elect Donald Trump made the announcement Thursday evening after Matt Gaetz withdrew himself from consideration.
Texas to build new border wall section on land offered to Trump administration
The land offer highlights the divide between states and local governments on supporting or resisting Trump's mass deportation plans.
4.78 tons of cocaine, $193,000 in cash found in shipping containers
Prosecutors said eight people were detained following searches carried out in Belgium and the Netherlands earlier this month.
Women leaders face 30 types of bias in the workforce, research finds
Women report encountering a wide range of biases unrelated to performance or experience that can stunt their careers, new research finds.
Whole Foods organic carrots and celery recalled amid E. coli outbreak
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Sheriff says Wisconsin man revealed how he faked his death, fled to Europe
Authorities are urging a Wisconsin man accused of faking his death and fleeing to Europe to come home to spend the holidays with his wife and three children.
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This week on "Sunday Morning" (November 24): The Food Issue
Jane Pauley hosts our annual "Eat, Drink & Be Merry" holiday broadcast exploring all things epicurean! Check out our menu...
Whole Foods organic carrots and celery recalled amid E. coli outbreak
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Women leaders face 30 types of bias in the workforce, research finds
Women report encountering a wide range of biases unrelated to performance or experience that can stunt their careers, new research finds.
Judge postpones Trump's New York "hush money" sentencing
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
Supreme Court tosses Facebook appeal in shareholder lawsuit
The Supreme Court issued its first opinion of the term, a one-line decision dismissing Facebook's appeal.
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Whole Foods organic carrots and celery recalled amid E. coli outbreak
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Women leaders face 30 types of bias in the workforce, research finds
Women report encountering a wide range of biases unrelated to performance or experience that can stunt their careers, new research finds.
Supreme Court tosses Facebook appeal in shareholder lawsuit
The Supreme Court issued its first opinion of the term, a one-line decision dismissing Facebook's appeal.
Bitcoin hovers around $100,000 as post-election rally rolls on
While some are bullish, other experts warn of investment risks as what comes next is impossible to know.
Trump's proposed tariffs could raise U.S. grocery prices, analysis finds
Donald Trump's proposed tariffs could raise costs for U.S. consumers, economists say. Here's how much grocery bills could rise.
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Judge postpones Trump's New York "hush money" sentencing
Trump's sentencing in the "hush money" case has been delayed by a New York judge.
Supreme Court tosses Facebook appeal in shareholder lawsuit
The Supreme Court issued its first opinion of the term, a one-line decision dismissing Facebook's appeal.
Replacing JD Vance in the U.S. Senate sets off scramble in Ohio
Sen. JD Vance's election as vice president has opened up one of Ohio's U.S. Senate seats.
Georgia fires review board members after info leaked on 2 maternal deaths
Georgia's top health official dismissed all members of a state committee that investigates pregnancy-related maternal deaths after the leak, presumably by a committee member, of information about two such deaths.
Israel stands by as aid convoys come under attack in Gaza
A truck driver claims Israeli tanks and an Israeli drone watched as the aid convoy he was with was attacked in Gaza. But Israel's military says it is not responsible for protecting the aid.
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What to know about the newly identified chemical in U.S. drinking water
Researchers have identified a chemical in certain tap water across the United States as chloronitramide anion. Here's what to know.
Whole Foods organic carrots and celery recalled amid E. coli outbreak
Whole Foods Market stores in five states sold recalled carrots and celery sticks that could contain E. coli.
Anti-fraud efforts meet real-world test during ACA enrollment period
The federal government put guardrails in place to limit unauthorized plan sign-ups and switches. But the changes could prove to be a burden to consumers.
Life expectancy gap in the U.S. widens to 20 years: "Truly alarming"
Life expectancy in the United States varies by more than 20 years depending on race and ethnicity and where you live, according to new research.
RFK Jr. weighing FDA crackdown on food additives under Trump
Kennedy's team is weighing a significant rewrite of the FDA's rules.
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Frenchman jailed for teen daughter's rape, inviting others to join abuse
A 38-year-old man has been jailed in France for raping his teenage daughter for years and inviting other men, many of them much older, to join in the abuse.
4.78 tons of cocaine, $193,000 in cash found in shipping containers
Prosecutors said eight people were detained following searches carried out in Belgium and the Netherlands earlier this month.
4 U.N. peacekeepers wounded as Israel, Hezbollah clash in Lebanon
Four Italian soldiers were lightly wounded amid clashes between Hezbollah and Israeli forces in southern Lebanon.
2024 is deadliest year for humanitarian aid workers, U.N. says
Bloodshed in the Middle East has been the single biggest cause of the 281 deaths among humanitarians globally this year, according to the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.
Iran says it will boost uranium enrichment after IAEA rebuke
A rebuke of Iran led by the U.S. and its close allies at the global nuclear watchdog agency has drawn a vow by the Islamic republic to further ramp up uranium enrichment.
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Ridley Scott on his vision for "Gladiator II"
Nearly 25 years after the original "Gladiator" won five Academy Awards, Ridley Scott returns with "Gladiator II," out Nov. 22. Elizabeth Palmer speaks with the director about bringing his epic vision back to life.
Melissa Etheridge to perform at NWSL Championship
Grammy-winning artist Melissa Etheridge will sing the national anthem at the 2024 NWSL Championship in Kansas City. Known for her hit "Come to My Window," Etheridge shares her excitement about the honor and the big game.
Connie Nielsen on returning to "Gladiator" after 24 years
Connie Nielsen opens up about returning as Lucilla in "Gladiator II," reuniting with director Ridley Scott and exploring her character's emotional journey.
Shelby Lynne on how personal struggles and friendships impacted her music
Singer-songwriter Shelby Lynne opens up about her new album and how her friendships helped save her when she thought her recording career could be over.
Malcolm Washington on "The Piano Lesson"
Making his feature directorial debut, Malcolm Washington brings August Wilson's Pulitzer-winning play to the screen with help from his father, Denzel Washington and siblings John David and Katia
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Australia could ban social media for kids
Australian legislators introduced a landmark bill Thursday to ban social media for children under 16. CBS News London's Leigh Kiniry reports on what this could mean for social media companies.
DOJ targets Google's search engine monopoly
The Department of Justice on Wednesday filed a motion calling for Google to sell its Chrome search engine, arguing in court documents that "the playing field is not level." The Justice Department is also recommending dissolving any contracts in which Google is the default search engine on devices such as iPhones. Kelly O'Grady explains.
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.
Bitcoin hovers around $100,000 as post-election rally rolls on
While some are bullish, other experts warn of investment risks as what comes next is impossible to know.
Bezos denies Musk claim that the Amazon founder predicted Trump loss
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos — the two richest people on the planet — are squabbling over social media. No, really.
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Emperor penguin found on Australian beach released at sea after 20 days of care
The only emperor penguin known to have swum from Antarctica to Australia was released at sea 20 days after he waddled ashore on a popular tourist beach.
Iceland volcano flares in region's 7th eruption in one year
A volcano erupted in southern Iceland, near the town of Grindavík and the Blue Lagoon spa, marking the region's seventh eruption in a year.
How collecting pine cones helps renew Oregon forests after wildfires
Conservationists are teaming up with the U.S. Forest Service and logging companies to clear scorched land and make room for new reforestation projects.
Restoring forests decimated by wildfires
Large wildfires fueled by climate change have destroyed tens of millions of acres of forests in the Pacific Northwest in recent years. Jonathan Vigliotti explores a major effort underway to restore those forests.
Giraffes need endangered species protection, U.S. officials say
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed new protections for giraffes, saying their populations are threatened by poaching, habitat loss and climate change.
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4.78 tons of cocaine, $193,000 in cash found in shipping containers
Prosecutors said eight people were detained following searches carried out in Belgium and the Netherlands earlier this month.
84-year-old Texas man accused of killing roommate and her dog
The man was arrested on an unrelated carjacking warrant and admitted to killing his roommate and her pet.
Georgia woman convicted of killing her toddler gets life in prison
Leilani Simon was spared the maximum punishment of life without a chance of parole.
Guns, ammunition flowing from U.S. to Latin America and Caribbean
U.S. guns are fueling conflict in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Opioid "more powerful than fentanyl" linked to California overdose death
The U.S. Department of Justice's Los Angeles office filed charges in California in what could be the nation's first death-resulting criminal case involving protonitazene, a synthetic opioid that prosecutors say is "up to three times more powerful than fentanyl."
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Trump, Musk attend SpaceX launch
President-elect Donald Trump attended SpaceX's sixth flight test of its Super Heavy-Starship on Tuesday with CEO Elon Musk. The burgeoning friendship between the two men played a key role in Trump's reelection, with Musk now set to run a government efficiency agency in the coming months. CBS News political reporter Jake Rosen and Politico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk join "America Decides" with more.
SpaceX launches Super Heavy-Starship, with Trump there to watch
President-elect Donald Trump was on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket.
Far side of the moon once had erupting volcanoes, lunar soil shows
Researchers analyzed lunar soil brought back by China's Chang'e-6, the first spacecraft to return with a haul of rocks and dirt from the little-explored far side.
When you can see the Beaver Moon, 2024's final supermoon
November's full moon, known as the Beaver Moon, is the last supermoon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Beaver Moon.
Astronauts decline to answer questions about post-flight medical issue
Medical issues aside, the astronauts described a water leak in June that triggered a blizzard in the International Space Station's airlock.
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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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Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe on women's sports
WNBA star Sue Bird and U.S. soccer champion Megan Rapinoe join "CBS Mornings" for a special "Talk of the Table." The couple shares insights on their careers and how their podcast, "A Touch More" is spotlighting women's sports.
How Pam Bondi became Trump's AG pick
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Pam Bondi to replace Matt Gaetz as his nomination for attorney general of the United States. CBS News Miami reporter Jim DeFede has more on how Bondi got to this position.
Netanyahu condemns ICC arrest warrants
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has denounced the arrest warrants brought by the International Criminal Court against him, his former defense minister and Hamas leader Mohammed Deif. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta has more.
Zelenskyy reacts to new Russian missile
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is calling Russia's use of a new type of missile a "clear and severe escalation." NATO and Ukraine are now set to hold emergency talks next week. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata has more.
Controlled explosion at London U.S. Embassy
The U.S. Embassy in London is open again after London police carried out a controlled explosion of a suspicious package. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has more.