Sex assault suit against Kevin Spacey can proceed, judge rules
The ruling comes two weeks after British prosecutors said they had authorized police to charge Spacey with four counts of sexual assault against three men.
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Kevin Spacey facing charges of sexual assault in U.K.
Britain's Crown Prosecution Service said it had authorized charges against Spacey for four counts of sexual assault involving incidents alleged to have taken place between 2005 and 2013.
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Russia probe guilty plea; Kevin Spacey is latest Hollywood figure accused of sexual misconduct
"All the Money in the World"
Christopher Plummer replaced Kevin Spacey as J. Paul Getty in the film just weeks before the movie's scheduled release, after numerous men accused Spacey of sexual misconduct.
Netflix moves forward without Kevin Spacey
The final season of "House of Cards" will focus on Robin Wright's character and start production in early 2018, Netflix announced Monday.
#MeToo movement
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#MeToo Hollywood protest
Victims of sexual assault are protesting in the heart of the entertainment industry. Hundreds of women marched Sunday along the Hollywood Walk of Fame to send a message against sexual assault and harassment. Jericka Duncan reports.
Kevin Spacey dropped from completed film
Following sexual assault allegations, Kevin Spacey was cut from the already-completed Ridley Scott film "All the Money in the World". Spacey will be replaced by Christopher Plummer, who is expected reshoot all of his scenes in less than a month.
Former TV news anchor on Kevin Spacey
Former Boston-area TV news anchor Heather Unruh claimed Wednesday that actor Kevin Spacey sexually assaulted her teenage son. CBS News' Jericka Duncan sat down with Unruh to discuss the claim.
New claim against Kevin Spacey
A distraught mother -- a former Boston TV news anchor -- accused actor Kevin Spacey Wednesday of sexually assaulting her son. Heather Unruh says her son did not report it at the time because he was ashamed. Her story includes graphic details.
Kevin Spacey allegations
Actor Kevin Spacey is facing new allegations of sexual misconduct. The latest accusations come from the son of a celebrity. Jamie Yuccas reports.
Kevin Spacey apology backlash
Backlash over Kevin Spacey's response to sexual misconduct allegations is growing. The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences is revoking Spacey's 2017 International Emmy Founders Award. Spacey apologized to actor Anthony Rapp and in the same statement came out as gay. Jericka Duncan reports.
Harassment in Washington
Kevin Spacey became the latest Hollywood celebrity to be accused of sexual misconduct. The issue of sexual assault has recently permeated several industries -- and politics is no exception. Politico congressional reporter Elana Schor joins CBSN to discuss the atmosphere in Washington, and the bill that congresswoman Jackie Speier, D-California, is expected to unveil to curb the prevalence of misconduct.
Kevin Spacey accused
Academy Award-winning star Kevin Spacey commented on the allegation, apologized for his behavior and then said he now chooses to live as a gay man. His apology seems to have backfired. Jericka Duncan reports.
"House of Cards" to end
Netflix confirmed to CBS News on Monday that the hit show will end after its sixth season, which is currently in production. The company said the decision was made months ago and was not a response to Anthony Rapp's recent allegation that Kevin Spacey made unwanted sexual advances when Rapp was a teen.
Kevin Spacey on "Clarence Darrow"
Actor Kevin Spacey has won two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe for "House of Cards," and a Tony Award for his performance in "Lost in Yonkers." In his latest role, Spacey stars in the one-man play, "Clarence Darrow." Spacey joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his new play and his upcoming gig to host the Tony Awards.
Spacey plays Frank Underwood in the Netflix series "House of Cards"
Kevin Spacey, the actor who plays Frank Underwood in the Netflix series “House of Cards” made a guest appearance at a Davos reception where he sang a Sinatra tune and cracked a joke about Donald Trump. Video shot by Gilad Thaler.
Charlie Rose tries to get Kevin Spacey to comment on what his "House of Cards" character Frank Underwood would say about the real-life president, Barack Obama
Charlie Rose tries to get Kevin Spacey to comment on what his "House of Cards" character Frank Underwood would say about the real-life president, Barack Obama.
Kevin Spacey talks to Charlie Rose about being Dick Cheney for a moment and about how he became the Artistic Director of London's Old Vic Theatre -- by putting his own hat in the ring
Kevin Spacey talks to Charlie Rose about being Dick Cheney for a moment and about how he became the Artistic Director of London's Old Vic Theatre -- by putting his own hat in the ring.
Kevin Spacey speaks to Charlie Rose about how the "House of Cards" storyline parallels real life
Kevin Spacey speaks to Charlie Rose about how the "House of Cards" storyline parallels real life.
Rolling Stones frontman posts touching tribute to his late girlfriend and more in today's Eye on Entertainment
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"Rocky" hits the Great White Way, plus more in today's Eye on Entertainment
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Key piece of evidence missing in Kevin Spacey case
A man who says Kevin Spacey groped him at a Nantucket bar cannot find the cellphone he has been ordered to turn over to the defense, the accuser's attorney said Wednesday. A judge has ordered it to be turned over by Friday. CBS Boston's Cheryl Fiandaca reports.
Spacey accuser denies altering texts
The man who accused Kevin Spacey of groping him at a bar has denied deleting or altering text messages about the alleged 2016 assault. The judge ordered the accuser to take the stand Monday after he failed to turn over the phone to the defense. CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman talks to CBSN about the case.
At least 10 FBI staffers who worked on Mar-a-Lago case have been fired, sources say
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Senator seeks DEA info on "incredibly disturbing" Epstein drug investigation
Federal drug enforcement investigators targeted Jeffrey Epstein and 14 others in a yearslong probe first reported by CBS News.
Instagram to alert parents when teens search for info on suicide
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
Hillary Clinton to appear for Epstein deposition before House panel today
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is set to meet with the House Oversight Committee on Thursday in New York.
Cuba says speedboat from Florida was carrying weapons for "terrorist purposes"
Cuba's Interior Ministry said Wednesday night that the boat was carrying 10 people armed with assault rifles, handguns and Molotov cocktails.
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ICE arrested 261 DACA recipients over 10 months last year, document shows
Federal immigration agents arrested 261 DACA recipients during the first 10 months of the second Trump administration, according to statistics shared with Congress.
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Bipartisan bill aims to block big investors from buying single-family homes
A bipartisan Senate duo is teaming up on legislation that would ban large investment firms from snapping up single-family homes, a measure they say is aimed at the country's housing affordability crunch.
U.S. women's hockey star reiterates team missed SOTU over logistical challenges
"I know, like, later on, there'll be a full invite for all Team USA athletes to go to the White House like there has been in the past," decorated U.S. women's hockey veteran Kelly Pannek told CBS News.
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Instagram to alert parents when teens search for info on suicide
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
Toucan seen flying around Las Vegas for months is rescued
The toucan has been living in Las Vegas since November, much to the concern of bird experts who were worried about the exotic bird's health and ability to survive.
Hillary Clinton to appear for Epstein deposition before House panel today
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is set to meet with the House Oversight Committee on Thursday in New York.
Ex-Air Force pilot who allegedly trained Chinese military pilots arrested
Former Air Force fighter pilot Gerald Brown, who allegedly trained Chinese military personnel without authorization, has been arrested, the Justice Department says.
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Bipartisan bill aims to block big investors from buying single-family homes
A bipartisan Senate duo is teaming up on legislation that would ban large investment firms from snapping up single-family homes, a measure they say is aimed at the country's housing affordability crunch.
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Instagram to alert parents when teens search for info on suicide
Starting next week, parents will get an alert if their teen repeatedly searches for certain terms related to self-harm or suicide in a short time span.
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Will banning big home investors lower prices? Experts are skeptical.
The president reiterated a plan to ban big investors from buying single-family homes, but some experts say bigger remedies are needed.
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Senator seeks DEA info on "incredibly disturbing" Epstein drug investigation
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Maduro's lawyer says U.S. blocking Venezuelan government from paying his legal fees
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Novo Nordisk to slash Wegovy and Ozempic prices starting in 2027
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As more Americans embrace anxiety treatment, RFK Jr. derides medications
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How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return.
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Ex-Air Force pilot who allegedly trained Chinese military pilots arrested
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Maduro's lawyer says U.S. blocking Venezuelan government from paying his legal fees
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German police arrest suspect in American woman's 1994 murder
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Deon Cole on NAACP Image Awards
Actor and comedian Deon Cole is back to host the NAACP Image Awards. Cole joins CBS News with more on what to expect.
First look at "Survivor 50"
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Martin Short grieves death of his daughter
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Anthropic narrows AI safety pledge
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Ex-Air Force pilot who allegedly trained Chinese military pilots arrested
Former Air Force fighter pilot Gerald Brown, who allegedly trained Chinese military personnel without authorization, has been arrested, the Justice Department says.
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Colin Gray jury hears interrogation recording
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German police arrest suspect in American woman's 1994 murder
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Reports of missing Epstein files
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NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Mike Fincke reveals he was the astronaut who had medical issue on the ISS
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