Harry Potter cover art fetches a record price at auction in New York
The original 1997 illustration for the front of the first Harry Potter book has set a record for Potter-themed memorabilia on the auction block.
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1st print version of debut "Harry Potter" novel sold at auction
The uncorrected copy proof of the debut novel in the Harry Potter series was bought for pennies more than a quarter-century ago with J.K. Rowling's name misspelled on the title page.
Playing Harry Potter's son on Broadway
"Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" has been on Broadway for more than five years and has set records for attendance in its run worldwide. Joel Meyers stars as Harry Potter's son, Albus Potter, in the production. He joined CBS News to discuss his experience.
"Harry Potter" to be made into TV series for Max streaming service
Original series will dive deep into each of the seven iconic books, CEO of HBO and Max content said.
Daniel Radcliffe defends speaking out against J.K. Rowling's controversial comments
Actor Daniel Radcliffe has opened up about why, back in 2020, he chose to speak out against the comments made by the "Harry Potter" author.
"Everyone was targeted" in Wisconsin school shooting, police say
A "combination of factors" appear to have led a 15-year-old student to carry out a school shooting, police in Madison, Wisconsin, said Tuesday.
CEO murder suspect Luigi Mangione indicted by Manhattan DA
Luigi Mangione was indicted Tuesday by the Manhattan district attorney in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Ukraine claims blast that killed head of Russia's chemical weapons unit
The head of Russia's chemical and biological forces, Lt. General Igor Kirillov, was killed in a Moscow bomb blast claimed by Ukraine.
How TikTok could avoid being banned in the U.S.
The TikTok ban is set to go into effect next month barring a last-minute sale or Supreme Court action.
Trump lawyers allege juror misconduct in New York criminal case
Heavy redactions obscured almost all information about the accusations themselves.
Nima Momeni found guilty in killing of Cash App founder Bob Lee
Nima Momeni has been found guilty of second degree murder in the fatal stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee, a verdict reached by a San Francisco jury after seven days of deliberations.
Rex Heuermann, alleged Long Island serial killer, charged with 7th murder
Accused Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann has been charged with a seventh murder.
Trump could target Affordable Care Act, Medicaid for cuts, experts say
Republicans wants to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire next year and could let ACA subsidies lapse to help pay the tab, according to analysts.
Japan's Honda and Nissan to begin merger talks, report says
The automakers are reportedly considering a merger to compete against large EV makers.
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What to know about Frontier Airlines' $299 "GoWild!" annual pass
Here's what to know about Frontier's "GoWild!" unlimited flight deal, an "all you can fly" offer that costs $299.
Japan's Honda and Nissan to begin merger talks, report says
The automakers are reportedly considering a merger to compete against large EV makers.
Trump lawyers allege juror misconduct in New York criminal case
Heavy redactions obscured almost all information about the accusations themselves.
How TikTok could avoid being banned in the U.S.
The TikTok ban is set to go into effect next month barring a last-minute sale or Supreme Court action.
Walmart says it's testing body cameras on some store employees
Walmart says retailing giant is testing pilot in one market, and no longer-term decisions have been made.
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What to know about Frontier Airlines' $299 "GoWild!" annual pass
Here's what to know about Frontier's "GoWild!" unlimited flight deal, an "all you can fly" offer that costs $299.
Japan's Honda and Nissan to begin merger talks, report says
The automakers are reportedly considering a merger to compete against large EV makers.
How TikTok could avoid being banned in the U.S.
The TikTok ban is set to go into effect next month barring a last-minute sale or Supreme Court action.
Walmart says it's testing body cameras on some store employees
Walmart says retailing giant is testing pilot in one market, and no longer-term decisions have been made.
The biggest reason people launched GoFundMe campaigns in 2024
GoFundMe's year-end giving report reveals some of the major charitable causes people donated money to in 2024.
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Trump lawyers allege juror misconduct in New York criminal case
Heavy redactions obscured almost all information about the accusations themselves.
How TikTok could avoid being banned in the U.S.
The TikTok ban is set to go into effect next month barring a last-minute sale or Supreme Court action.
New federal rule bans "junk fees" on hotels and live event tickets
"People deserve to know upfront what they're being asked to pay," FTC Chair Lina Khan said in announcing crackdown on certain consumer fees.
AOC loses bid to become top Democrat on Oversight Committee
Rep. Gerry Connolly of Virginia won election to serve as the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, defeating Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
Lawmakers scramble on government funding as shutdown deadline nears
Leaders in Congress have yet to unveil their plan to keep the government funded, facing a Friday night deadline to avert a government shutdown.
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Trump could target Affordable Care Act, Medicaid for cuts, experts say
Republicans wants to extend 2017 tax cuts that expire next year and could let ACA subsidies lapse to help pay the tab, according to analysts.
Alabama woman doing well after gene-edited pig kidney transplant
Towana Looney, a 53-year-old Alabama woman, is now free from years of dialysis after receiving an experimental pig kidney transplant last month.
A look at sugar and its impact on kids
Author Emily Oster talks about new research linking early sugar exposure to chronic diseases.
Trump's picks for top health jobs not just team of rivals but "team of opponents"
The president-elect's choices to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, as well as agencies such as the National Institutes of Health, FDA and CDC, hold positions on issues including abortion and vaccination that are often at odds.
Teenager's mild symptoms were signs of an alarming condition
Lizzie Clark was 13 when she started hearing a constant ringing in her ear. Doctors found a tumor on her facial nerve.
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Bronze-Age Britons were cannibalized after massacre, research shows
Researchers determined that dozens of men, women and children were violently killed and cannibalized in Bronze Age-era England.
Argentinian President Javier Milei plans to attend Trump inauguration
Milei is the first world leader expected to be in Washington, D.C. for President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, though arrangements are underway for others to join.
DNA evidence leads to suspect 28 years after deadly stabbing
Police in the Canadian capital of Ottawa say they have arrested and charged a suspect in the deadly stabbing of Christopher Smith in 1996.
Dad and stepmom jailed for "campaign of abuse" that killed U.K. girl
The stepmother and father of Sara Sharif have been sentenced to life in prison for horrific abuse that ended up killing the 10-year-old British girl.
Man stopped at border crossing with dead woman in passenger seat
The officers became suspicious after noticing the female passenger "was not conscious and was not communicating."
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How Nikki Glaser is preparing for Golden Globes hosting gig
Comedian Nikki Glaser, known for her honest style, is gearing up to host the 82nd Annual Golden Globes.
Nikki Glaser on being Golden Globes host
The New York Times called comedian Nikki Glaser "comedian of the year" for her knockout HBO special, "Someday You'll Die." It received Emmy, Grammy and Golden Globe nominations. And now, Glaser is taking on a new project — hosting the Golden Globes. She joins "CBS Mornings."
Idris Elba on "Sonic the Hedgehog 3"
The highly anticipated "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" hits theaters this Friday, introducing a fierce new enemy, Shadow. Six-time Emmy nominee Idris Elba reprises his role as Knuckles and shares how he got back up to speed for the action-packed sequel.
"Star Trek II," "Dirty Dancing" among films named to National Film Registry
Among the 25 films selected by the Library of Congress to be preserved for future generations are the Coen Brothers' "No Country for Old Men," "The Social Network," Cheech & Chong's "Up in Smoke," and "The Texas Chainsaw Massacre."
Backstage with Ketanji Brown Jackson as she made her Broadway debut
Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made her Broadway debut Saturday night in a one-time performance in the hit musical comedy "& Juliet."
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How TikTok could avoid being banned in the U.S.
The TikTok ban is set to go into effect next month barring a last-minute sale or Supreme Court action.
Nima Momeni guilty of murder in killing of Cash App founder Bob Lee
Nima Momeni has been found guilty of second-degree murder in the fatal stabbing of Cash App founder Bob Lee, a verdict reached by a San Francisco jury after seven days of deliberations.
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.
What to know about the potential TikTok ban
CBS News Moneywatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains what could be next for TikTok after the company asked the Supreme Court to block the looming January ban.
New survey explores U.S. teens' online habits
According to a Pew Research report, nearly half of American teenagers say they are online "almost constantly." YouTube tops the list with 90% of respondents saying they use that platform the most, followed by TikTok, Instagram and Snapchat. Psychologist Lisa Damour joins CBS News to unpack the findings.
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Bronze-Age Britons were cannibalized after massacre, research shows
Researchers determined that dozens of men, women and children were violently killed and cannibalized in Bronze Age-era England.
ClimateWatch: Looking back on 2024’s extreme weather
In this episode of “ClimateWatch,” CBS national environmental correspondent David Schechter looks back at the devastating hurricanes, landslides, flooding and more that impacted the U.S. this year.
Sustainable gift-giving: How to reduce waste
According to the Center for Biological Diversity, the U.S. creates nearly 6 billion tons more waste in December than in other months. The nonprofit says about 25% of returned products end up in landfills. Sandra Goldmark, a circular economy expert and associate dean at the Columbia University Climate School, joins CBS News to share examples of sustainable, environmentally friendly gifts for everyone on your list.
Insurers pull back wildfire coverage
Increasingly intense wildfires have become more common in California, upending the lives of thousands. Many insurers are dwindling coverage options, leaving several homes in danger. Business Insider senior sustainability reporter Catherine Boudreau joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Study finds young people most at risk of heat
A new Columbia University Climate School study discovered that young people may be most at risk of heat-related deaths. CBS News environmental correspondent David Schechter reports.
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Is Trump changing his mind on TikTok?
President-elect Donald Trump is indicating that he may have a different outlook on an upcoming ban involving TikTok that President Biden signed into law. CBS News' Allison Novelo reports.
New charges against Rex Heuermann
Rex Heuermann, the suspect in the string of murders known as the Gilgo Beach killings, faces fresh criminal charges in connection to the murder of a seventh apparent victim. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.
Luigi Mangione indictment announced
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg announced an indictment against Luigi Margione that includes one count of murder in the first degree, in furtherance of terrorism, and two other murder counts. CBS News' Anna Schecter reports.
Latest Wisconsin shooting update
Officials in Madison, Wisconsin, held off on offering potential clues for a motive in the deadly shooting at Abundant Life Christian School. This comes as investigators work to scope the suspect's digital footprint and provide a more thorough timeline of the incident. CBS News' Nicole Sganga and Ian Lee have more confirmed details.
Police updates on Wisconsin shooting
Officials in Madison, Wisconsin, provided updates on the Abundant Life Christian School shooting, including more details on the timeline and the ongoing probes into the suspect's potential digital history.
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When you can see the Cold Moon, 2024's final full moon
December's full moon, known as the Cold Moon, is the last full moon of 2024. Here's when it peaks and why it's called the Cold Moon.
Here's when, where the Geminid meteor shower will be visible during peak
One of the best meteor showers of the year is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can catch the Geminids.
Learning from the Ingenuity helicopter's crash landing on Mars
Engineers now say they understand the most likely cause of the Ingenuity helicopter's crash landing on Mars earlier this year.
Emily Calandrelli talks Blue Origin mission
Emily Calandrelli joins "CBS Mornings Plus" after recently becoming the 100th woman ever in space. She and her Blue Origin crewmates traveled over 62 miles above sea level during their mission last month.
Why you shouldn't wait for the Geminid meteor shower peak this year
The Geminid meteor shower this year is set to peak at almost the same time as December's full moon, which could make for challenging viewing conditions.
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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.
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.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
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.
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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North Carolina Christmas trees update
Hurricane Helene may have hurt some of North Carolina's Christmas trees grown for Americans across the U.S. Justin Whitehill, an associate professor at North Carolina State University, joins CBS News with more details.
Deadline to avoid government shutdown
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are racing against the clock to avoid a Friday night deadline before another government shutdown occurs. CBS News' Taurean Small breaks down the latest in Congress.
Is Trump changing his mind on TikTok?
President-elect Donald Trump is indicating that he may have a different outlook on an upcoming ban involving TikTok that President Biden signed into law. CBS News' Allison Novelo reports.
Questions about drones at Pentagon briefing
Pentagon press secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder fielded several questions Tuesday about the unexplained drones that have been spotted in several states along the East Coast in recent weeks. There's still no concrete explanation for the sightings.
New charges against Rex Heuermann
Rex Heuermann, the suspect in the string of murders known as the Gilgo Beach killings, faces fresh criminal charges in connection to the murder of a seventh apparent victim. CBS News New York's Carolyn Gusoff reports.