Forbes releases list of highest paid actors of 2023
Forbes has released its list of highest-paid actors, ranking A-list stars based on how much money they made from films and TV in 2023.
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Ben Affleck, Tom Brady, Matt Damon star in Dunkin' Super Bowl commercial
New England was on full display during a star-studded Super Bowl commercial by Dunkin'.
Here Comes the Sun: Affleck, Damon and more
Actors Ben Affleck and Matt Damon sit down with Tracy Smith to discuss their film "Air." Then, Seth Doane travels to Amsterdam to view the sold-out Johannes Vermeer exhibit. "Here Comes the Sun" is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on "CBS Sunday Morning."
"Air": Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's filmmaking jump shot
The pair who met as kids in Cambridge, Mass., and won an Oscar for "Good Will Hunting," have now formed a production company, whose first feature is about how Nike created a basketball shoe around an untried NBA rookie, Michael Jordan.
Ben Affleck and Matt Damon on "Air"
Ben Affleck and Matt Damon were kids when they met in Cambridge, Massachusetts; they were Hollywood rookies when they won an Oscar for their screenplay for "Good Will Hunting." And now, in their joint production company's first feature, they're back together on screen in "Air," the based-on-true-events story of how Nike created a basketball shoe around a talented but untried NBA rookie, Michael Jordan. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with Affleck and Damon about their decades-long friendship, and about collaborating on a story of how heaven and earth were moved to sell a sneaker.
Matt Damon criticized for saying he used to use a homophobic slur
Damon says he used the slur until some "months ago."
Matt Damon on co-star Camille Cottin's "Stillwater" performance
Damon said he didn't know Cottin before co-starring with her in the new film, but he had high praises for the actress after working with her.
Matt Damon on Camille Cottin in "Stillwater"
Damon says he didn't know Cottin before co-starring with her in the new film, but he had high praises for the actress after working with her.
Matt Damon on "Stillwater" and a return to the movie theater
The Academy Award-winner is back, starring in the new drama about an Oklahoma oil rig worker whose daughter is imprisoned in France.
Matt Damon on "Stillwater" and a return to the movie theater
The Academy Award-winner is back, starring in the new drama "Stillwater," about an Oklahoma oil rig worker whose daughter is imprisoned in France. Matt Damon talks with correspondent Seth Doane about making the critically-praised film; and how becoming a father of four daughters has changed him as an actor.
Matt Damon talks about self-isolating in small Irish town
People in the seaside town of Dalkey have been trying to track Damon while he's in Ireland – and one lucky nurse got to actually meet him.
"Ford v. Ferrari": Matt Damon and Christian Bale on a story of competition and friendship
A new film recreates car designer Carroll Shelby and driver Ken Miles' efforts to develop a supercar that could beat the Italian automaker at the prestigious 24 hours of Le Mans road race
Damon and Bale in "Ford v. Ferrari"
In the 1960s, Ford Motor Company embarked on building a supercar that could beat the Italian automaker Ferrari at one of the world's most prestigious car races, the 24 Hours of Le Mans. That effort (and the story of the car designer and driver behind it) is now told in the new movie "Ford v. Ferrari." Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with stars Matt Damon (who plays Carroll Shelby, the automotive artist hired to defeat Ferrari) and Christian Bale (who plays legendary driver Ken Miles) about the quest to create a finely-tuned weapon of speed.
"Ford v Ferrari" looks at a racing rivalry that "transcends sport"
The Ford GT40 took on Italy's Ferrari at the famous sports car race, 24 Hours of Le Mans, in the 1960s
Preview: "Ford v Ferrari" star Christian Bale is done with dramatic weight fluctuations for movie roles
The Oscar-winner dropped 70 pounds between portraying former VP Dick Cheney in "Vice" and starring as legendary driver Ken Miles in the new auto racing flick
Jimmy Kimmel, Matt Damon bring rivalry to World Series
Ben Affleck was there too, bringing the comedic feud full circle
Star-studded Stand Up To Cancer telethon raises record $123M
Group says its sixth celebrity-filled broadcast was its most successful yet; Matt Damon, Tracee Ellis Ross, Jon Hamm and Winona Ryder were among the celebrities helping raise funds
Affleck and Damon’s company to enact inclusion rider
Prominent producers and celebrities like Matt Damon, Ben Affleck and Paul Feig are jumping on the inclusion rider bandwagon
Minnie Driver on why she spoke out against Matt Damon
Minnie Driver is doubling down on her comments regarding Matt Damon and his views on sexual misconduct in Hollywood
Matt Damon on Water.org
Water.org co-founders Matt Damon and Gary White are committed to providing the entire world with clean drinking water. Damon and White join CBSN on World Water Day to discuss the initiative.
Matt Damon & Gary White on Water.org
Oscar-winner Matt Damon is working to bring clean water to everyone worldwide. In 2009 he co-founded Water.org with longtime water expert and engineer Gary White. Their goal is to help the more than 660 million people without access to safe water. Damon and White join "CBS This Morning" to discuss their latest initiatives on World Water Day.
Kimmel and Damon discuss feud ahead of the Oscars
Jimmy Kimmel says he's gone "from anger to sympathy" toward Matt Damon
Matt Damon will “throw stuff” at Oscar host Jimmy Kimmel
Matt Damon is certain that his ongoing feud with late-night host Jimmy Kimmel will carry over into this year’s Oscars
Matt Damon says he’ll pitch clean water to Trump
Matt Damon took the cause of clean water to the Sundance Film Festival, where he said he’s hoping to pitch Donald Trump on the issue
How Matt Damon's nonprofit aims to end water crisis
The actor's Water.org taps sponsors and "microfinancing" to bring safe water and sanitation to homes in developing countries
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Trump wins, Harris says "do not despair." See the live results map
Former President Donald Trump is projected to return to the White House after securing victories in several battleground states.
Watch Kamala Harris deliver concession speech: "When we lose an election, we accept the results"
Donald Trump has won a second term in the White House after surpassing the 270 electoral votes needed for victory, CBS News projected Wednesday morning.
5 ways Trump's presidency could affect the economy — and your money
Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election is likely to have a major impact on the economy. Here's what to know.
Here's what to expect with the Fed's rate cut decision today
The Federal Reserve will make a rate cut decision on November 7. Here's what economists expect.
Trump's historic comeback comes after indictments and bruising campaign
Former President Donald Trump prevailed in his third presidential bid — after four indictments, one conviction, two Democratic opponents and two assassination attempts.
Foreign leaders react as Trump wins 2024 U.S. presidential election
From enthusiasm from Israel's leader to thinly veiled anxiety from some of America's oldest European allies, foreign reaction to Trump's election victory is rolling in fast.
Sen. Tammy Baldwin projected to win reelection in Wisconsin
Sen. Tammy Baldwin's projected victory, securing a third term in the Senate, is a key win for Democrats in Wisconsin.
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Republicans flip key seats to win control of Senate
Republicans flipped the Senate with projected wins in a number of key races, cementing their majority in the upper chamber.
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Live House election results for 2024 races
Control of the House is in limbo as votes continue to be tallied.
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Plea deals revived for alleged 9/11 mastermind, 2 others, official says
A military judge has ruled that plea agreements struck by alleged Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants are valid, a government official said Wednesday.
USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027
Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.
Justice Dept., special counsel in talks about how to wind down Trump prosecutions
President-elect Trump faced two federal prosecutions brought by special counsel Jack Smith last year.
Trump's win could lead companies to push up prices. Here's why.
President-elect Donald Trump's vow to raise tariffs could have Americans paying more for goods, from toys to auto parts, experts say.
Key moments of the 2024 campaign in photos
After President-elect Donald Trump's victory, revisit some standout moments that marked the 2024 presidential race.
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USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027
Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.
Trump's win could lead companies to push up prices. Here's why.
President-elect Donald Trump's vow to raise tariffs could have Americans paying more for goods, from toys to auto parts, experts say.
5 ways Trump's presidency could affect the economy — and your money
Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election is likely to have a major impact on the economy. Here's what to know.
How business leaders and other groups are reacting to Trump's win
Some prominent business leaders praised Trump's victory, while some nonprofits called his win "a disaster."
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon won't join Trump administration
Jamie Dimon will continue to lead JPMorgan Chase despite speculation he could be in the running for Treasury secretary.
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Trump wins 2024 presidential election. See the live results map.
Former President Donald Trump is projected to return to the White House after securing victories in several battleground states.
Key deadlines for the 2024 election results certification process
President-elect Donald Trump has been projected to win the 2024 presidential race, but there are still several key dates ahead in the certification process.
See which states Trump won in the 2024 election that he didn't win in 2020
In 2020, President Biden won six of these seven battleground states. In 2024, President-elect Trump will win at least five.
Justice Dept., special counsel in talks about how to wind down Trump prosecutions
President-elect Trump faced two federal prosecutions brought by special counsel Jack Smith last year.
Key moments of the 2024 campaign in photos
After President-elect Donald Trump's victory, revisit some standout moments that marked the 2024 presidential race.
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USDA ban on school lunch fees for low-income families begins in 2027
Struggling families pay as much as 60 cents per dollar in fees when paying for school lunches electronically, according to CFPB report.
Trump's White House return poised to tangle health care safety net
Former President Donald Trump's election victory and looming return to the White House will likely bring changes that scale back the nation's public health insurance programs.
Tips for a range of post-election emotions, according to experts
From a favored candidate's loss to navigating conversations with family members who voted differently, here's how to manage your mental health after a tumultuous election — and resources if you need additional support.
What to know about fluoride in water following RFK Jr.'s health claims
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s recent comments on fluoride are prompting questions about its safety in drinking water. Here's what to know.
Election day stress? Here are last-minute tips, according to experts
As tensions mount on Election Day 2024, here are some last-minute tips to ease stress and anxiety, according to experts.
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European agency says 2024 is "virtually certain" to be warmest year on record
Climate scientists working at the European Union's Copernicus Climate Change Service have announced that 2024 is "virtually certain" to be the warmest year on record.
Plea deals revived for alleged 9/11 mastermind, 2 others, official says
A military judge has ruled that plea agreements struck by alleged Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants are valid, a government official said Wednesday.
Hurricane Rafael knocks out power in Cuba, weeks after nationwide blackout
Cuba was without power nationwide for the second time in just weeks, as Hurricane Rafael made landfall on Wednesday afternoon.
"Most mysterious song on the internet" identified after 17 years
The mystery song is called "Subways of Your Mind," and was recorded by a little-known 1980s German band called FEX.
Doctor who poisoned his mother's partner gets 31 years in prison
Dr. Thomas Kwan who was disgruntled about his inheritance disguised himself as a nurse to inject Patrick O'Hara with a flesh-eating poison.
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"Most mysterious song on the internet" identified after 17 years
The mystery song is called "Subways of Your Mind," and was recorded by a little-known 1980s German band called FEX.
Ian Bohen talks "Yellowstone"
Ian Bohen, who plays Ryan on the hit show "Yellowstone," joined "CBS Mornings" to talk about the second half of the series' fifth season
NASCAR dishes out $600,000 in fines, suspends 9 over race manipulation
NASCAR issued $600,000 in fines and suspended nine team members from three different teams on Tuesday for alleged race manipulation at Martinsville Speedway.
Minneapolis musician Tyka Nelson, Prince's sister, dies at 64
Minneapolis musician Tyka Nelson, Prince's only full sibling, died Monday.
"Wizard of Oz" ruby slippers up for auction 19 years after being stolen
Judy Garland's iconic ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz" are on the auction block nearly two decades after a thief stole the iconic shoes, an attempt to pull off "one last score."
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Officials sound alarm over fake election videos
Three top government agencies are calling out two fabricated videos spreading lies about early voting, and they say a familiar foe is to blame. Nicole Sganga has more.
In Elon Musk's "election integrity" community on X, false claims proliferate
Elon Musk is encouraging X users to report instances of voter fraud in a new group on the platform. Many of the posts are unsubstantiated or false.
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.
Reddit stock price soars after social media player reports rare profit
Reddit's stock leaps nearly 40% after the social media company reported a quarterly profit amid strong user growth.
Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
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How 2024 races may affect U.S. climate policy
The presidential race and high-profile congressional contests may be dominating election coverage and fundraising, but many local and state elections are poised to affect the nation's progress on climate action and the shift toward clean energy. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
Halloween weather breaks records
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
New research on climate and extreme weather
A new report from the World Weather Attribution group has found that the 10 deadliest weather events of the last 20 years were intensified by manmade climate change. CBS News climate correspondent David Schecter has more.
The Climate Election: Transportation, explained
Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the costs will be "steep," with hundreds of billions of dollars of damage every year.
The Climate Election: Disaster recovery
Hurricane Helene is one of the deadliest hurricanes to make landfall in the mainland U.S. For many places across Florida, Tennessee and the Carolinas, recovery could take months or even years — and the next president will play a vital role in what that process looks like when they take office in three months. Here's what to know about Project 2025, former President Donald Trump's and Vice President Kamala Harris' stances on extreme weather, disaster recovery, and the root of the increasing frequency and power of storms — climate change.
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Man who dismembered woman after watching "Dexter" is sentenced
Cory Martin watched crime shows, including "Dexter" and "The First 48," for tips on how to get away with the killing, prosecutors said.
Doctor who poisoned his mother's partner gets 31 years in prison
Dr. Thomas Kwan who was disgruntled about his inheritance disguised himself as a nurse to inject Patrick O'Hara with a flesh-eating poison.
Police seize record cocaine haul in banana shipment in Spain
A ship carried crates of bananas that concealed identically designed boxes containing the cocaine, police said.
"Narco sub" carrying 3.6 tons of cocaine intercepted in Pacific
Navy ships arrived to intercept the boat, which was carrying 102 packages filled with bricks of cocaine, authorities said.
4 teens wounded in fight on train involving axe, samurai sword
The teenagers involved were on their way to secondary school, police sources said.
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Cargo ship brings science gear, holiday treats to space station crew
With an Election Day docking, the cargo ship delivered 3 tons of supplies and equipment, including an unusual wooden satellite.
The Taurid meteor showers will peak a week apart in November
Two sister meteor showers are already flashing across night skies — and will peak a week apart.
"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
Chinese space station gets new crew
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts, including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer, entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
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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.
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.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
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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From the Archives: Senator John McCain on unrest in Yemen
Senator John McCain joined Face the Nation in 2015 after the collapse of a pro-American government in Yemen. He spoke about the situation on the ground and what could happen next.
Harris' supporters' election night sentiment
Vice President Kamala Harris opted not to speak to her supporters on election night, but gave a speech on Wednesday conceding the election to former President Donald Trump. NOTUS politics reporter Jasmine Wright describes the election night scene at Harris' alma mater Howard University. Semafor politics reporter Kadia Goba discusses House Democrats' reaction to Harris' loss.
Abortion measure results in 10 states
Abortion rights were on the ballot in ten states nationwide on Election Day. CBS News correspondent Danya Bacchus reports on how the states voted.
Netanyahu calls Trump's win a "huge victory"
Leaders around the world reacted to former President Donald Trump winning the U.S. presidency again. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called it a "huge victory" and his office said the two spoke for 20 minutes on Wednesday. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams has more.
Election expert on Trump's criminal cases
President-elect Donald Trump promised to fire special counsel Jack Smith and the Department of Justice said it will wind down the cases against Trump before his inauguration. Rick Pildes, constitutional and election law expert, joins CBS News to break down what Trump's win means for his federal and state criminal cases.