Cuomo brings out mom for special Mother's Day message
"I am so blessed, as so many mothers today are," Matilda Cuomo said.
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Happy Mother's Day from 60 Minutes
Moms serve many different roles, even in normal times, but during the coronavirus pandemic they're being relied on more than ever. For that, all of us at 60 Minutes say thank you.
Honoring the mothers going above and beyond during the COVID pandemic
This year, we're particularly grateful to those who gave us life itself. A "Face the Nation" tribute to mothers around the world.
Death toll subsiding as 4 million cases reported worldwide
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has more on COVID-19's impact on the global community.
Honoring moms, the “essential workers” of the soul
Contributor Faith Salie reminds us that with all the roles moms are playing to keep families going during the pandemic – teacher, cook, arts & crafts guru, hand-washing czar – there’s never been a better time to thank them.
Bobby Flay's Mother's Day brunch
The chef and restaurateur lovingly recalls the menu he made for his favorite customer: his mother.
Chef Bobby Flay prepares Eggs Benedict
The chef demonstrates how to poach an egg when dishing up a delicious Eggs Benedict for Mother’s Day.
The search for the "world's greatest mom"
Every Mother's Day there is an eternal struggle to crown the "world's greatest mom." With no formal winner but plenty of solid cases, Steve Hartman asks his "Kindness 101" students to weigh in on this week's "On the Road."
Babyface on his new song and old hits
Legendary singer, songwriter, and music producer Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds discusses the story behind his first new song in five years. Plus, he shares what it was like to break Instagram records during his "Verzuz" battle with Teddy Riley and what he has in store for his Mother's Day special.
CBS Evening News, May 7, 2020
Personal valet to Trump tests positive for coronavirus; A video tribute to all moms in quarantine
Tribute to moms across U.S. on Mother's Day
We hear from new and expectant moms, many in cities hard hit by coronavirus. They're all sharing their experiences of motherhood during this global crisis, along with a letter including their wishes, hopes and dreams for their little ones.
Woman gives birth while fighting COVID-19
There's no chapter on pandemics in the bestseller "What to Expect When You're Expecting." So a new mom from Michigan was forced to improvise. Not only did Jen Laubach give birth to her twins Mitchell and Maksim eight weeks early, she did it while sick with coronavirus. Adriana Diaz reports.
CBS Evening News, May 6, 2020
More kids hospitalized in NYC with condition that could be linked to coronavirus; Woman gives birth to twins while diagnosed with COVID-19
Balancing family and the coronavirus frontlines
Ahead of Mother's Day, Meg Oliver met a single mom who's fighting on the frontlines of the pandemic while raising her kids.
CBS Evening News, May 5, 2020
First Americans receive dose of clinical trial vaccine; Doctor finds balance between family and coronavirus frontlines
Family reimagines Mother's Day due to pandemic
Mother's Day will not be the same for many of us this year. In this time of social distancing, family reunions are limited. Jamie Yuccas met a mother and daughter team who are changing their annual tradition in the era of social distancing.
CBS Evening News, May 4, 2020
Tensions rise as states begin to reopen despite projections of more COVID-19 deaths; Family reimagines special Mother's Day tradition due to pandemic.
Friend details murder victim’s last moments
Rachael DelTondo was gunned down in her parents’ driveway in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania., on Mother’s Day 2018 -- just minutes after Lauren Watkins dropped her off.
Sneak peek: What Happened to Rachael?
A popular teacher is gunned down in a quiet Pennsylvania city. Who would want her dead? Turns out, there might be a few people. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty investigates Saturday, September 7 at 10/9c on CBS.
Celebrating Mother's Day
It's been 105 year since President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed Mother's Day a national celebration. Shoppers are expected to spend a record $25 billion this year. That's about $196 per mom. But Mother's Day isn't really about the gifts, flowers or cards. It's not even about biology. DJ Manou reports from our CBS affiliate WSBT-TV in South Bend, Indiana.
Nature: Mares and their foals
For Mother's Day, "Sunday Morning" takes us near Corolla, North Carolina. Videographer: Carl Mrozek.
Shooting death of teacher ruled a homicide
A suspended Pennsylvania schoolteacher was shot to death in her mother's driveway on Mother's Day. Authorities say 32-year-old Rachael DelTondo had gone to an ice cream shop and had just returned to the home in Aliquippa when she was shot multiple times in the upper body.
Close: Face the Nation, May 13th
Host Margaret Brennan thanks all of those involved in getting the new "Face the Nation" studio up and running.
Mom's "wages" aren't keeping up with the job market
If compensated for unpaid work, they'd see a 1.9 percent raise, trailing the forecast of 3 percent for paid workers
Daryn Kagan on Mother's Day and her daughter's two mothers
Broadcast journalist Daryn Kagan, who married a widower with a young girl, talks about raising the daughter of a woman who did not live to see her grow up.
Matt Gaetz withdraws as attorney general nominee
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
Russia hits back after Ukraine's strike using U.S. long-range missiles
Dnipro bears the brunt of Moscow's first retaliatory strike after Ukraine fires U.S.-made missiles into Russia, and Ukraine claims Moscow may have used an ICBM.
Actor Jussie Smollett's conviction overturned by Illinois Supreme Court
The state's highest court ruled a special prosecutor's decision to re-indict Smollett violated his constitutional rights after Cook County prosecutors previously dropped charges against him.
Elon Musk claims Jeff Bezos predicted that Trump would lose election
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos — the two richest people on the planet — are squabbling over social media. No, really.
Police report details woman's allegations against Pete Hegseth
A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth, according to a detailed, newly-released police report. He is now President-elect Trump's choice for defense secretary.
U.N. court ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and a Hamas leader
The leaders are accused of crimes against humanity and war crimes over the war in Gaza and the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel.
Dad of 14-year-old accused in Georgia school shooting pleads not guilty
Colin Gray and his son, Colt Gray, were both indicted in the Sept. 4 shooting that killed two students and two teachers and injured others.
Which Thanksgiving foods can go through airport security?
As record travelers prepare to fly for Thanksgiving, here's what to know about transporting food through TSA checkpoints.
Why the latest bird flu case has experts worried about pandemic potential
A new potential case of bird flu in a California child without known contact with infected animals is raising concerns about a potential pandemic. Dr. Céline Gounder explains what to know.
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Mexican cartel leader who faked own death arrested in California
Cristian Fernando Gutierrez-Ochoa — the son-in-law of Jalisco New Generation cartel leader "El Mencho" — was arrested in Riverside, California, officials said.
BJ's Wholesale Club hikes membership fees for first time since 2018
Warehouse chain follows rival Costco in raising amount its 7.5 million members must pay to shop at BJ's stores.
Elon Musk claims Jeff Bezos predicted that Trump would lose election
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos — the two richest people on the planet — are squabbling over social media. No, really.
Matt Gaetz withdraws as attorney general nominee
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
Here's where Elon Musk says his DOGE will aim to cut federal spending
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy say the Department of Government Efficiency has targets in mind for cost cutting.
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BJ's Wholesale Club hikes membership fees for first time since 2018
Warehouse chain follows rival Costco in raising amount its 7.5 million members must pay to shop at BJ's stores.
Elon Musk claims Jeff Bezos predicted that Trump would lose election
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos — the two richest people on the planet — are squabbling over social media. No, really.
Here's where Elon Musk says his DOGE will aim to cut federal spending
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy say the Department of Government Efficiency has targets in mind for cost cutting.
McDonald's to serve up a McValue offering in 2025. Here's what it includes.
McDonald's wants to make dining at its restaurants affordable for customers again with new value offerings.
Justice Department calls for breakup of Google and sale of Chrome
The proposed breakup calls for Google to sell its industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions designed to prevent its Android smartphone software from favoring its search engine.
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Matt Gaetz withdraws as attorney general nominee
President-elect Donald Trump announced Gaetz as his nominee to be attorney general last week.
Here's where Elon Musk says his DOGE will aim to cut federal spending
Billionaires Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy say the Department of Government Efficiency has targets in mind for cost cutting.
Alabama set to carry out nation's third nitrogen gas execution
An Alabama prisoner convicted of the 1994 murder of a female hitchhiker is slated Thursday to become the third person executed in the U.S., and Alabama, by nitrogen gas.
Police report details woman's allegations against Pete Hegseth
A woman told police she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth, according to a detailed, newly released police report. He is now President-elect Trump's choice for defense secretary.
Analysis: Election conspiracies persist, even with different outcomes
Conspiracies persist, although it is effectively impossible to steal a major election in the United States.
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Why the latest bird flu case has experts worried about pandemic potential
A new potential case of bird flu in a California child without known contact with infected animals is raising concerns about a potential pandemic. Dr. Céline Gounder explains what to know.
New cases of bird flu in U.S.
CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the latest on bird flu as new cases raise alarms among health officials. There have been 53 confirmed human cases across seven states this year. Health officials in California are reporting a possible case in a child who had no known contact with an infected animal.
Are food recalls and outbreaks on the rise?
The FDA says America's food supply is still "one of the safest in the world," despite some recent high-profile recalls and outbreaks.
McDonald's pulls espresso drinks from some U.S. menus
Lattes and other espresso-based drinks may not be available at some McDonald's restaurants due to a glitch with coffee machines.
Florida Gov. DeSantis' Canadian drug import plan goes nowhere after FDA approval
Florida sued the FDA over what it said was a "reckless delay" in approving its drug importation plan. Now, nearly a year after the FDA gave the state the green light, the program has yet to begin.
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Ancient amulet showing biblical king spearing devil is unearthed
The amulet was found during an ongoing excavation project in Hadrianopolis, an ancient city near Karabük, Turkey.
U.N. court ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and a Hamas leader
The leaders are accused of crimes against humanity and war crimes over the war in Gaza and the Oct. 7 Hamas attack on Israel.
Russia hits back after Ukraine's strike using U.S. long-range missiles
Dnipro bears the brunt of Moscow's first retaliatory strike after Ukraine fires U.S.-made missiles into Russia, and Ukraine claims Moscow may have used an ICBM.
American among 4 tourists dead after drinking tainted booze in Laos
The American died in the tourist town of Vang Vieng, Laos, the State Department confirmed.
U.S. indicts Indian billionaire Gautam Adani in $265 million bribery scheme
Gautam Adani, one of the world's richest people, is accused of concealing that a solar energy project was being facilitated by an alleged $265 million bribery scheme.
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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
Connie Nielsen on returning to "Gladiator"
Ahead of the sequel's release, Connie Nielsen joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about stepping back into the world of Ridley Scott's epic saga and her character's emotional journey.
Shelby Lynne on her journey and new album
After overcoming years of personal struggles, Grammy winner Shelby Lynne is back with her first album in years. She tells Anthony Mason why her return to recording came as a surprise, even to her.
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Elon Musk claims Jeff Bezos predicted that Trump would lose election
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos — the two richest people on the planet — are squabbling over social media. No, really.
Justice Department calls for breakup of Google and sale of Chrome
The proposed breakup calls for Google to sell its industry-leading Chrome web browser and impose restrictions designed to prevent its Android smartphone software from favoring its search engine.
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 is down for many users, reports say. Here's what to know.
Reddit says it's investigating after users on Wednesday reported problems connecting to the online forum.
Deepfakes of Elon Musk contribute to billions in fraud losses
A study found that Elon Musk is the most common celebrity used in deepfake scams.
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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.
Carcass of massive endangered whale washes ashore in Alaska
The carcass was comparable to the width of a college basketball court and female, according to biologists.
Energy Secretary Granholm on Trump presidency
Former leaders and climate experts have issued a letter calling the U.N.'s annual climate meeting "no longer fit for purpose." Recently, CBS News spoke with U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm about the summit and what the incoming Trump presidency means for clean energy and climate change. The conversation took place before the president-elect made his pick for energy secretary.
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Mexican cartel leader who faked own death arrested in California
Cristian Fernando Gutierrez-Ochoa — the son-in-law of Jalisco New Generation cartel leader "El Mencho" — was arrested in Riverside, California, officials said.
Alleged New York Stock Exchange terror plot
The FBI has arrested a Florida man who's accused of plotting to bomb the New York Stock Exchange. CBS News New York reporter Allen Devlin has more.
Dad of 14-year-old accused in Georgia school shooting pleads not guilty
Colin Gray and his son, Colt Gray, were both indicted in the Sept. 4 shooting that killed two students and two teachers and injured others.
Man found guilty for Laken Riley murder
A judge on Wednesday found Jose Ibarra guilty on all 10 counts in the murder of University of Georgia student Laken Riley. Ibarra was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.
Capitol rioter with "kill list" convicted of plot to murder FBI agents
Edward Kelley distributed a "kill list" and videos containing images of FBI employees to another person as part of his "mission," prosecutors say.
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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
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The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
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Summer music heats up 2024
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Tech, business reaction to Gaetz news
All eyes are on big tech and the business world as former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz's announcement to withdraw from attorney general consideration reverberates across the U.S. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.
Gaetz withdraws, Hegseth report emerges
President-elect Donald Trump's pick for attorney general, former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz, has withdrawn from consideration as the findings of a House Ethics report on his conduct loomed before his confirmation. This comes as a police report emerges on alleged sexual assault by Pete Hegseth, Trump's pick for secretary of defense. Axios' Margaret Talev and CBS News' Nikole Killion and Fin Gómez report.
Why Gaetz withdrew from AG consideration
Former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz has withdrawn from consideration to be President-elect Donald Trump's attorney general. CBS News' Major Garrett spoke to several senators about his confirmation process after Gaetz visited Capitol Hill to rally support.
Gaetz withdraws from AG consideration
Former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for attorney general, has announced he is withdrawing from consideration. This comes after Gaetz visited Capitol Hill to rally support among lawmakers for his confirmation. Margaret Talev, a contributor at Axios, joins CBS News with more. Also, Olivia Rinaldi reports on the Trump team reaction.
Senate Homeland Security hearing postponed
FBI Director Christopher Wray and Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas were scheduled to take part in a Senate hearing on worldwide threats Thursday, but that hearing was canceled. CBS News Homeland Security and Justice reporter Nicole Sganga has more on why.