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From the archives: Teri Garr on living with MS

Oscar-nominated actress Teri Garr, best known for her comic turns in "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie," died on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at age 79. In this "Sunday Morning" profile originally broadcast on December 4, 2005, Garr talked with correspondent Rita Braver about her autobiography, "Speedbumps"; how she advanced from dancing in the background of Elvis Presley movies to starring roles (she was, admittedly, up-front about lying on her resume); and how it became harder for her to find acting jobs following a diagnosis of multiple sclerosis.

Oct 30
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Actor Teri Garr dies at 79

Comedy actor Teri Garr, best known for roles in "Young Frankenstein" and "Tootsie," died Tuesday of multiple sclerosis, her publicist confirmed. Garr was 79.

Oct 29
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After an MS diagnosis, this man started running marathons

Derek Stefureac has reversed the progression of his multiple sclerosis by embracing exercise, doctors said.

Jun 11

Researchers at the University of Copenhagen work on the process of ancient DNA extraction

Ancient DNA helps explain why this group has higher multiple sclerosis risk

The findings come from a huge project to compare modern DNA with that culled from ancient humans' teeth and bones.

Jan 10

Christina Applegate attends the 26th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards

Christina Applegate opens up about bad days with MS

"There are just certain things that people take for granted in their lives that I took for granted. Going down the stairs, carrying things—you can't do that anymore," she said.

May 12, 2023

Selma Blair on MS, memoir "Mean Baby"

Actor and author Selma Blair joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her memoir "Mean Baby: A Memoir of Growing Up," her MS diagnosis and the importance of disability visibility.

May 8, 2023
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Christina Applegate Honored With Star On The Hollywood Walk Of Fame

Christina Applegate makes first public appearance since MS diagnosis

More than a year after announcing her multiple sclerosis diagnosis, Christina Applegate accepted her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame – barefoot – with an emotional message to her friends and family.

Nov 15, 2022

Christina Applegate: "I wish I had paid attention" to early MS symptoms

The actress was diagnosed with the chronic autoimmune disease in 2021.

Nov 2, 2022

26th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards - Red Carpet

Christina Applegate getting ready for "first time out" since MS diagnosis

The Emmy Award-winning actor said she has an "important ceremony" coming up.

Oct 28, 2022

What is multiple sclerosis? Why MS is behind Selma Blair's "DWTS" departure

"There's just intensive bone trauma and inflammation among rips and tears," Blair said in a video announcing her departure from the show due to MS.

Oct 19, 2022

2nd Annual Academy Museum Gala - Arrivals

Selma Blair suddenly exits "Dancing with the Stars" after MRI results

Selma Blair wanted "one last gentle dance" before having to say goodbye to the competition – and it brought everyone to tears.

Oct 19, 2022

25th Annual Critics' Choice Awards - Red Carpet

Christina Applegate says she has multiple sclerosis

"As one of my friends that has MS said 'we wake up and take the indicated action,'" Applegate tweeted. "And that's what I do."

Aug 10, 2021

Who are the 3 federal death row inmates whose sentences Biden didn't commute?

President Biden left in place the capital punishment sentences of just three federal inmates: Robert Bowers, Dzhokar Tsarnaev and Dylann Roof.

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Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to state murder, terrorism charges

Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty Monday to state charges in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.

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6 key takeaways from the Matt Gaetz ethics report

The House Ethics Committee released its highly anticipated report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, detailing allegations of sexual misconduct, drug use and obstruction. He denies wrongdoing.

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Greenland's leader says "we are not for sale" after Trump suggests U.S. takeover

President-elect Donald Trump also seemed to suggest the Panama Canal should belong to the United States.

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Day Three Of The 2024 Democratic National Convention

Bill Clinton hospitalized for "testing and observation" after developing fever

Former President Bill Clinton remains in "good spirits," a spokesman said.

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NYC police charge man with murder of woman set on fire on subway

Sebastian Zapeta, 33, was charged with murder and arson after a woman sleeping on the New York City subway was set on fire and died, police say.

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Biden commutes sentences of 37 of 40 federal death row inmates

President Biden is granting clemency to 37 of the 40 federal inmates facing death sentences. Their sentences will be commuted to life in prison without the possibility of parole.

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Mega Millions jackpot nears $1 billion for Christmas Eve lottery drawing

A Mega Millions player may win a big jackpot on Christmas Eve. The lottery prize for the December drawing is at an estimated $944 million.

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How a Georgia county official stood up to a Russian ransomware ring

The Russian-based ransomware syndicate LockBit took responsibility for the cyberattack, which temporarily crippled the Georgia county's online infrastructure.

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Here's what to know about the Corporate Transparency Act ruling

The Corporate Transparency Act, or CTA, requires businesses to register with FINCEN, or face fines. Here's what to know.

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Denzel Washington gets minister's license at Harlem church

Just shy of his 70th birthday, Denzel Washington has a new line to add to an already impressive résumé.

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Bill Clinton hospitalized for "testing and observation" after developing fever

Former President Bill Clinton remains in "good spirits," a spokesman said.

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Mega Millions jackpot nears $1 billion for Christmas Eve lottery drawing

A Mega Millions player may win a big jackpot on Christmas Eve. The lottery prize for the December drawing is at an estimated $970 million.

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Here's what to know about the Corporate Transparency Act ruling

The Corporate Transparency Act, or CTA, requires businesses to register with FINCEN, or face fines. Here's what to know.

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Dairy farmers struggle to cover expenses as American appetites change

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Starbucks strike expands to more cities just days before Christmas

Starbucks baristas and Amazon delivery drivers are on strike in handful of U.S. cities as they seek wage increases.

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Nordstrom to go private in $6.25 billion deal with Nordstrom family

Century-old department store Nordstrom has agreed to be acquired and taken private by Nordstrom family members and a Mexican retail group in a $6.25 billion deal.

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Walmart accused of illegally opening costly accounts for drivers

Walmart and Branch Messenger, a payments platform, accused of deceiving workers about pay from retailer for two years.

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Bill Clinton hospitalized for "testing and observation" after developing fever

Former President Bill Clinton remains in "good spirits," a spokesman said.

updated 57M ago

Ex-D.C. police officer convicted of lying about leaks to Proud Boys leader

A retired police officer in the nation's capital has been convicted of lying to authorities about leaking confidential information to the leader of the Proud Boys extremist group.

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Who are the 3 federal death row inmates whose sentences Biden didn't commute?

President Biden left in place the capital punishment sentences of just three federal inmates: Robert Bowers, Dzhokar Tsarnaev and Dylann Roof.

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Read the full Matt Gaetz ethics report

The House Ethics Committee has released its long-awaited report on allegations of misconduct by former Rep. Matt Gaetz. Read the full report here.

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6 key takeaways from the Matt Gaetz ethics report

The House Ethics Committee released its highly anticipated report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz, detailing allegations of sexual misconduct, drug use and obstruction. He denies wrongdoing.

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How to stay healthy during holiday gatherings

Seasonal illnesses are increasing just days away from the holidays. The CDC reports positive flu tests are up 9% in the most recent week and cases of whooping cough are six times last year's rate. Dr. Susannah Hills, an ear, nose and throat specialist at Columbia University Medical Center, explains how to stay safe.

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Health care AI, intended to save money, requires expensive humans

Despite the hype over artificial intelligence in medicine, the systems require consistent monitoring and staffing to put in place and maintain.

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A young woman fell ill during the Christmas and New Year holidays. She sits at home on the sofa covered with a blanket, wipes her nose from a runny nose with a napkin, holds a cup of drink, medicine

Are you contagious? Here's when you're most likely to spread COVID, flu, RSV

How long are you contagious after getting COVID, flu, RSV, pneumonia and more? Here's what to know to keep others safe this holiday season.

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CDC releases concerning new flu numbers

Thirteen states reported "high" or "very high" levels of flu-like illness last week, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That's double the number of states from the week before. Ali Bauman reports.

Dec 21
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A teen's misdiagnosis led to medication, but surgery led to a cure

Isaac Klapper was 10 years old when he started having episodes of what doctors initially thought was a movement disorder.

Dec 21

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Remains of a well-preserved baby mammoth discovered in Siberian permafrost

Photos show well-preserved remains of baby mammoth found in Siberia

Yana is estimated to have been only about one year old when she died. She weighs more than 397 pounds and measures about 4 feet and 200 centimeters long.

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Legendary drug lord deported to Colombia after release from U.S. prison

Fabio Ochoa arrived at Bogota's El Dorado airport on a deportation flight on Monday, wearing a grey sweatshirt and carrying his personal belongings in a plastic bag.

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Burt, the famous croc from "Crocodile Dundee" movie, dies in Australia

Burt, the iconic Saltwater crocodile that appeared alongside Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski in the hit movie, was believed to be more than 90 years old.

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Greenland's leader says "we are not for sale" after Trump suggests U.S. takeover

President-elect Donald Trump also seemed to suggest the Panama Canal should belong to the United States.

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Former U.S. Marines Corp pilot Daniel Duggan poses for a picture in this undated handout picture

Australia approves extradition of former U.S. Marine

Former U.S. Marine Corps pilot Daniel Duggan will be extradited from Australia to the United States over allegations that he illegally trained Chinese aviators.

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Denzel Washington gets minister's license at Harlem church

Just shy of his 70th birthday, Denzel Washington has a new line to add to an already impressive résumé.

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Burt, the famous croc from "Crocodile Dundee" movie, dies in Australia

Burt, the iconic Saltwater crocodile that appeared alongside Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski in the hit movie, was believed to be more than 90 years old.

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Meet the man behind Bergdorf Goodman's iconic holiday windows

This year's holiday displays at Bergdorf Goodman honor Fifth Avenue's bicentennial and will be on display through Jan. 6.

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Samara Joy on new album, family tour

Samara Joy, the 25-year-old jazz sensation and three-time Grammy winner, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about her new album "Portrait" and her holiday tour with family.

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Boyd Holbrook on his role as Johnny Cash

In the highly anticipated film "A Complete Unknown," Boyd Holbrook portrays Johnny Cash and brings to life the music legend's early interactions with Bob Dylan, played by Timothée Chalamet. Holbrook joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to talk about the role.

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Researchers develop robot to help people walk

A robotic exosuit may seem like science fiction, but a team of South Korean researchers is turning the concept into reality. CBS News' Leah Mishkin explains how the new tech is helping people with disabilities walk on their own.

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Holiday shoppers on the lookout for big TVs

TVs are some of the most popular items to fly off store shelves during the holidays. But this year, experts say shoppers are going bigger than ever. CBS News' Jeff Wagner explains.

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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.

Mar 28
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Health care AI, intended to save money, requires expensive humans

Despite the hype over artificial intelligence in medicine, the systems require consistent monitoring and staffing to put in place and maintain.

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Why drone hysteria has taken off

Alleged drone sightings have been multiplying exponentially, with more than 5,000 reported in the past few weeks. But experts say the majority of reports about unusual lights in the sky are probably anything but drones.

Dec 22

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What to know about the winter solstice, 2024's shortest day

The 2024 winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, happens on Saturday, Dec. 21, and is marked with traditions and celebrations around the world.

Dec 21

Class-action lawsuit over plastic recycling

This week a group of plaintiffs in Missouri, Kansas, California and Florida filed a class-action lawsuit against dozens of companies and organizations, claiming they've falsely promoted how easy it is to recycle plastics. CBS News Los Angeles climatologist Marina Jurica has the details.

Dec 20
04:48

Why fish, birds and other animals yawn too, according to an expert

Humans aren't alone when it comes to yawning — all vertebrates do it. But why? An expert explains the likely reason behind this "evolutionarily ancient" act.

Dec 20

Americans coexisted with 4-ton sloths for millennia, research shows

Early Americans may have spent millennia sharing prehistoric savannas and wetlands with enormous beasts, research shows.

Dec 20

EPA tackling pollution in at-risk communities

The Environmental Protection Agency under President Biden created a new Office of Environmental Justice that seeks to address pollution levels in disadvantaged and marginalized communities. However, there is concern that the incoming Trump administration could do away with the new department. David Schechter reports.

Dec 19
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CEO murder suspect pleads not guilty in state case

Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to murder and terrorism charges in New York state court Monday. Prosecutors allege he shot and killed UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in the back and leg in Manhattan earlier this month. Lilia Luciano has more.

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Legendary drug lord deported to Colombia after release from U.S. prison

Fabio Ochoa arrived at Bogota's El Dorado airport on a deportation flight on Monday, wearing a grey sweatshirt and carrying his personal belongings in a plastic bag.

1H ago

Mangione lawyer concerned about fair trial

The man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson remains behind bars after pleading not guilty to murder and terrorism charges Monday morning in New York. Luigi Mangione's lawyer argues that the multiple state and federal investigations conflict with his right to a fair trial. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reports.

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NYC police charge man with murder of woman set on fire on subway

Sebastian Zapeta, 33, was charged with murder and arson after a woman sleeping on the New York City subway was set on fire and died, police say.

updated 26M ago

Mangione's lawyer on fair trial right

Karen Friedman Agnifilo, Luigi Mangione's lawyer, protested New York City Mayor Eric Adam's statements about the suspect in the UnitedHealthcare CEO's murder case. CBS News legal contributor Caroline Polisi breaks down the legal argument on the right to a fair trial.

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Discovery of "tipped over" black hole surprises NASA scientists

New analysis techniques and decades-old research helped NASA scientists identify an unusual black hole in a distant galaxy.

Dec 19

NASA astronauts Suni Williams, left, and Butch Wilmore, wearing Boeing spacesuits, depart the Neil A. Armstrong Operations and Checkout Building at Kennedy Space Center in Florida on June 5, 2024.

Why are the Boeing Starliner astronauts stuck in space?

Here's why NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore are stuck, but not stranded, at the International Space Station after launching into space in June.

Dec 18

NASA delayes return date for astronauts

NASA has delayed the return date for Boeing's Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports on the decision to keep the two in space.

Dec 18
02:57

NASA leader weighs in on Elon Musk, SpaceX and plans for moon rocket

NASA Administrator Bill Nelson says he's optimistic the Trump administration will support the space agency's agenda.

Dec 18

Boeing Starliner crew's return delayed again

Two astronauts who have been stuck in space since June will have to wait until at least the end of March to come home after NASA on Wednesday again pushed back their return date. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer for the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss what's causing the delays.

Dec 18
03:08

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CEO murder suspect pleads not guilty in state case

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