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Joe Biden talks voter suppression, 2020 run

Former Vice President Joe Biden received the 2018 Freedom Award Wednesday for his contribution to civil rights. The former Democratic senator joins a list of honorees that includes Nelson Mandela, Bernice King, and John Lewis. Norah O'Donnell spoke with Joe Biden at the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis where they discussed a range of issues including claims of voter suppression in Georgia's election and how he'll make his decision on whether to run for president in 2020.

Oct 18, 2018
05:42

Zamaswazi Dlamini-Mandela remembers her grandfather, Nelson Mandela

She says her family, even from a young age, was acutely aware of his significance in the world and his fight for freedom

Jul 21, 2018

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Nelson Mandela's granddaughter on her grandfather's legacy

"The Prison Letters of Nelson Mandela" gives the public a look into the personal correspondences of the anti-apartheid revolutionary while he spent 27 years in prison. His granddaughter, Zamaswazi Dlamini-Mandela, joined CBSN to discuss the letters and her grandfather's legacy.

Jul 21, 2018
08:51

Students question Mandela's legacy

People around the world are celebrating the 100th anniversary of Nelson Mandela's birthday. But in South Africa, students have called into question whether the former president did enough post-apartheid to help people of color economically. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta spoke with some of these critics.

Jul 18, 2018
03:49

Former US President Barack Obama speaks during his town hall meeting for the Obama Foundation at the African Leadership Academy in Johannesburg

Obama encourages leaders to start young on Mandela's 100th birthday

Obama met with young leaders from around Africa to mark the anniversary, a day after he delivered a spirited speech in Johannesburg about Mandela's legacy

Jul 18, 2018

Many say S. Africa "still white male-dominant," and blame Mandela

Growing narrative among youth that Mandela's movement sold them out by getting political, but not economic freedom

Jul 18, 2018

Why many South Africans feel let down by Nelson Mandela

For many black South Africans born since Nelson Mandela’s historic presidency, the dream of a rainbow nation has been a bitter disappointment; 24 years into democracy, more than half the population still lives in abject poverty. Debora Patta reports from Johannesburg.

Jul 18, 2018
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Former President Obama's full speech in South Africa

The former president spoke out about the "politics of fear" and challenges facing global democracy as he honored late South African leader Nelson Mandela

Jul 17, 2018

Obama's speech in South Africa

Former President Barack Obama gave a wide-ranging address in Johannesburg honoring the late South African leader Nelson Mandela. It came just a day after President Trump's summit with Vladimir Putin, and drew some sharp contrasts. Watch the full speech.

Jul 17, 2018
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Obama gives Mandela lecture

Jul 17, 2018

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Obama says we're in "strange and uncertain times" in Mandela lecture

At a speech honoring Mandela, Obama said he'd try to "get some perspective" as news cycles bring "more head-spinning and disturbing headlines"

Jul 17, 2018

Obama gives speech marking Mandela's birthday

Former President Obama made a rare, high-profile public speech in South Africa Tuesday morning. His remarks to about 15,000 people were the climax of celebrations marking the 100th anniversary of Nelson Mandela’s birth. In the speech, he urged young people to fight for democracy, human rights and peace. Debora Patta reports.

Jul 17, 2018
01:47

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Obama on "rabid nationalism"

During a speech honoring Nelson Mandela in South Africa, former President Barack Obama discussed the current political climate, including the threat of what he referred to as "rabid nationalism and xenophobia."

Jul 17, 2018
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Obama urges the wealthy to give back

During a speech honoring the late South African leader Nelson Mandela, former President Barack Obama said he's "surprised" by how much money he has, and encouraged wealthy people to pay more in taxes to benefit those in need. "There's only so big a house you can have," he said.

Jul 17, 2018
01:42

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Obama on the "power of fear"

Former President Barack Obama acknowledged these are "strange and uncertain times" during a speech honoring the late South African leader Nelson Mandela. At one point, Mr. Obama discussed the "power of fear," saying "history shows the lasting hold of greed and the desire to dominate others in the minds of many."

Jul 17, 2018
01:06

Obama: "Strongman politics are ascendant, suddenly"

Former U.S. President Obama, delivering the annual Mandela lecture in South Africa, said that strongman politics, including attacks on the press, freedom of speech and the norms of democracy are in ascendant all over the globe.

Jul 17, 2018
01:56

Obama: "Without facts there is no basis for cooperation"

Former U.S. President Barack Obama, giving the annual Mandela lecture in South Africa, said that "objective reality" is the basis for politics, and that without facts, there is no basis for cooperation. "Too much of politics today seems to reject the concept of objective truth."

Jul 17, 2018
03:18

Obama on embracing our common humanity

During a speech honoring Nelson Mandela, former President Barack Obama spoke about looking past race to embrace our common humanity. "Just ask the French football team," he said. "Not all of those folks looked like Gauls to me. But they're French!"

Jul 17, 2018
01:30

Calendar: Week of July 16

From President Trump's meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin to Mars Day, "Sunday Morning" takes a look at some notable events of the week ahead

Jul 15, 2018

John Legend on Global Citizen's $1B fight to end extreme poverty

Festival concert in South Africa marking Nelson Mandela's 100th birthday part of drive that preaches "a message of love and unity over division and hate"

Jul 9, 2018

Ndaba Mandela on his legendary grandfather

Next month, the world will celebrate what would have been Nelson Mandela's 100th birthday. The towering figure of the 20th century led the battle against apartheid in South Africa before becoming his country's first black president. His grandson, Ndaba Mandela, joins CBSN to discuss his new book, "Going to the Mountain: Life Lessons from my Grandfather."

Jun 26, 2018
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Cosby's unlikely source of strength as he prepares for prison

Cosby says a meeting years ago with South African icon Nelson Mandela is helping him prepare for prison

Apr 29, 2018

Mourners attend a memorial service for Winnie Madikizela-Mandela at Orlando Stadium in Johannesburg's Soweto township

Thousands gather for Winnie Madikizela-Mandela memorial

One of South Africa's most important fighters against racial discrimination, "Mother of the Nation" was also dogged by scandal

Apr 11, 2018

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Stocks plunge amid trade war fears; SpaceX launches reused rocket to ISIS

Apr 2, 2018
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Winnie Madikizela-Mandela stands outside parliament after South African President Jacob Zuma was re-elected as president during the first sitting of the National Assembly in Cape Town, South Africa, May 21, 2014.

Winnie Mandela, Nelson Mandela's ex-wife, dies at 81

Winnie Madikizela-Mandela was a force in South African politics in her own right, called the "Mother of the Nation" by supporters

Apr 2, 2018

Aftermath of Russian shelling of Odesa on November 18, 2024

Moscow says Ukraine fired 6 American ATACMS missiles into Russia

Russia's defense ministry says Ukraine launched its first attack using U.S.-made ATACMS missiles days after Biden gave Kyiv permission to fire the weapons deeper into Russia.

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House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks on the debt ceiling at the U.S. Capitol on May 31, 2023 in Washington, DC.

Hakeem Jeffries elected House Democratic leader with GOP set to retain control

As House Democrats conduct the leadership elections Tuesday, the party is still reeling from the results of the 2024 elections — and reckoning with the path forward.

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Canada's internal battle over medically assisted dying for mental illness

Canada legalized medically assisted dying in 2016. It was set to expand to patients suffering solely from mental illness last year, but it hasn't — yet.

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SpaceX to launch Super Heavy-Starship today in 6th test flight

Sources say President-elect Donald Trump will be on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket today.

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President-elect Donald Trump looks on during the UFC 309 event at Madison Square Garden on November 16, 2024 in New York City.

How Trump — with or without the Senate — could install his Cabinet nominees

The move by the president to adjourn Congress to make recess appointments would create a new precedent, experts say, affecting the way presidents see presidential power going forward.

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FDA Commissioner Califf Testifies In House Oversight Hearing

Mace introduces anti-transgender bathroom bill for Capitol Hill

Rep.-elect Sarah McBride became the first transgender person elected to Congress when she won the race for Delaware's only House seat two weeks ago.

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Laken Riley murder suspect was grilled by wife, jail call reveals

Jose Ibarra, 26, is charged with murder and other crimes in Laken Riley's death in February.

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"Everything as it was": Explore the bedrooms of kids killed in school shootings

The families of eight school shooting victims opened their doors to Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp, allowing them to document their children's bedrooms.

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Chicago owed nearly $20 million in police overtime for special events

The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.

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Jennifer Lawrence, Malala Yousafzai team up for new film about Afghan women

Jennifer Lawrence and Malala Yousafzai join Afghan filmmaker Sahra Mani to reveal the struggles of women living under Taliban rule in the documentary, "Bread & Roses."

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Donald Trump Injured During Shooting At Campaign Rally In Butler, PA

Trump assassination task force issues subpoenas for ATF testimony

The Task Force on the Attempted Assassination of Donald J. Trump on Monday issued subpoenas to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives for testimony from two ATF employees regarding the response to the July 13 assassination attempt.

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Shake Shack will soon be served on Delta flights. But there's a catch.

Only some passengers will be able to eat their favorite burgers in the skies through a partnership between Delta and Shake Shack.

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Dozens fall ill with norovirus on month-long cruise

Over 50 passengers and 15 crew members reported being ill with norovirus on a month-long cruise on the Coral Princess.

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Shake Shack will soon be served on Delta flights. But there's a catch.

Only some passengers will be able to eat their favorite burgers in the skies through a partnership between Delta and Shake Shack.

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Arthur Frommer, famed travel guide innovator, has died at 95

Arthur Frommer, whose "Europe on 5 Dollars a Day" guidebooks revolutionized leisure travel by persuading average Americans to take budget vacations abroad, has died. He was 95.

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TNT's "Inside the NBA" will air on ESPN, ABC, as part of NBA settlement

"Inside the NBA" will continue on other networks, even though will no longer be airing on TNT at the end of this season.

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Cyberattack leaves Stop & Shop shelves empty days before Thanksgiving

Stop & Shop stores across Massachusetts have empty shelves due to a cyberattack.

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Spirit Airlines Edges Closer To Bankruptcy Filing

What does Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy mean for you?

Spirit's bankruptcy filing will likely mean higher airfares across airlines as it trims schedule, according to experts.

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Trump assassination task force issues subpoenas for ATF testimony

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How Trump — with or without the Senate — could install his Cabinet nominees

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Donald Trump Holds A Campaign Event In Coachella, CA

"Unknown and unauthorized third party" has gained access to Gaetz depositions

The leaked materials include the sworn deposition the minor with whom former Rep. Matt Gaetz allegedly had sex.

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Mace introduces anti-transgender bathroom bill for Capitol Hill

Rep.-elect Sarah McBride became the first transgender person elected to Congress when she won the race for Delaware's only House seat two weeks ago.

updated 43M ago

Hakeem Jeffries elected House Democratic leader with GOP set to retain control

As House Democrats conduct the leadership elections Tuesday, the party is still reeling from the results of the 2024 elections — and reckoning with the path forward.

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Canada's internal battle over medically assisted dying for mental illness

Canada legalized medically assisted dying in 2016. It was set to expand to patients suffering solely from mental illness last year, but it hasn't — yet.

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Dozens fall ill with norovirus on month-long cruise

Over 50 passengers and 15 crew members reported being ill with norovirus on a month-long cruise on the Coral Princess.

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Bird flu reaches Hawaii, the last state that had escaped it

Officials suspect that migratory birds likely spread the H5N1 virus there.

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Dental company stocks jump amid RFK Jr.'s health claims about fluoride

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Donald Trump Campaigns In Michigan In Final Days Before Election

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Canada's internal battle over medically assisted dying for mental illness

Canada legalized medically assisted dying in 2016. It was set to expand to patients suffering solely from mental illness last year, but it hasn't — yet.

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Jennifer Lawrence, Malala Yousafzai team up for new film about Afghan women

Jennifer Lawrence and Malala Yousafzai join Afghan filmmaker Sahra Mani to reveal the struggles of women living under Taliban rule in the documentary, "Bread & Roses."

updated 10M ago

132 hamsters reportedly broke loose on a plane, forcing it out of service

Portugal's TAP airlines reportedly had to take a plane out of service for days to scour the aircraft for hamsters that got out of their cages.

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Moscow says Ukraine fired 6 American ATACMS missiles into Russia

Russia's defense ministry says Ukraine launched its first attack using U.S.-made ATACMS missiles days after Biden gave Kyiv permission to fire the weapons deeper into Russia.

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Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on suspicion of rape

Police in Norway have arrested the 27-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit on suspicion of rape, saying the alleged victim was "unable to resist the act."

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"Gladiator II" actors talk sequel, preparations and more

Actors Pedro Pascal, Joseph Quinn and Fred Hechinger talk about the upcoming release of "Gladiators II," 25 years after the original "Gladiator" movie, and what it was like working with director Ridley Scott.

updated 27M ago

Sarah Gelman on best holiday cookbooks

Amazon Books Editorial Director Sarah Gelman shares her top cookbook recommendations to help you create festive and comforting meals this holiday season.

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Joey McIntyre on new holiday rom-com

New Kids on the Block's Joey McIntyre steps into Christmas as the star of "Jingle Bell Love," a holiday rom-com premiering on Roku.

3H ago
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Danny Trejo trades action for archaeology

In his new series "Mysteries Unearthed," Danny Trejo explores some of the world's most fascinating historical finds with experts and historians.

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Keke Palmer talks lessons from Hollywood

Keke Palmer joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her new memoir "Master of Me" which explores her journey in entertainment and the secrets to shaping her own narrative.

4H ago
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Google's Chrome browser could be sold

The Justice Department is reportedly asking a judge to force Google's parent company to sell its Chrome browser following a ruling that declared the company's search engine practices an illegal monopoly.

4H ago
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How this new car runs without gas or electricity

As climate change intensifies, the race for a more eco-friendly car has revved up. Itay Hod reports on the newest twist on travel.

Nov 16
02:22

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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"Human … Please die": Chatbot responds with threatening message

In an online conversation about aging adults, Google's Gemini AI chatbot responded with a threatening message, telling the user to "please die."

Nov 15

Meta facing courtroom battle

On Wednesday, a judge allowed a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit to move forward that accuses Meta of creating an illegal monopoly with Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady explains.

Nov 14
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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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Soft Corals Coral Bleaching on the Great Barrier Reef

Parts of Great Barrier Reef dying at record rate, alarmed researchers say

Parts of the Great Barrer Reef have suffered the highest coral mortality on record, Australian researchers say, and they fear the rest of it has suffered a similar fate.

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Long-term effects of Trump plans for oil, gas

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How climate change impacts the economy

2024 is on pace to be the hottest year on record worldwide. CBS News Los Angeles meteorologist and climatologist Marina Jurica reports that extreme weather events cost the global economy over $2 trillion in the last 10 years.

Nov 15
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Scientists say biggest coral in the world discovered in the Pacific

Scientists say they've discovered a "mega coral" three times bigger than the previous record holder - so huge they initially thought it was a shipwreck.

Nov 14

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Chicago owed nearly $20 million in police overtime for special events

The police department has spent $22.6 million in overtime this year for officers working special events — only about $2 million of which has been reimbursed to the city.

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Testimony could end soon in Laken Riley trial

Witness testimony could come to an end as soon as Tuesday in the murder trial of Jose Ibarra, the man accused of killing Georgia nursing student Laken Riley. CBS News producer Jared Eggleston has more on the case.

2H ago
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Video shows Las Vegas dad who called 911 killed by police in his home

The family of Brandon Durham is pushing for answers after he was shot by a police officer after calling for help.

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Son of Norway's crown princess arrested on suspicion of rape

Police in Norway have arrested the 27-year-old son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit on suspicion of rape, saying the alleged victim was "unable to resist the act."

3H ago

Laken Riley murder suspect was grilled by wife, jail call reveals

Jose Ibarra, 26, is charged with murder and other crimes in Laken Riley's death in February.

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SpaceX to launch Super Heavy-Starship today in 6th test flight

Sources say President-elect Donald Trump will be on hand with Elon Musk for the sixth test flight of SpaceX's huge Super Heavy-Starship rocket today.

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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.

Nov 15

The Hunter's Supermoon sets over Manhattan, New York

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.

Nov 15

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.

Nov 8

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.

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