USA's Lee Kiefer wins fencing gold; Lauren Scruggs makes history with silver
Team USA's Lee Kiefer won back-to-back gold medals in foil fencing and her teammate Lauren Scruggs made history by winning silver.
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U.S. water polo star Maggie Steffens' sister-in-law dies in Paris
U.S. water polo captain Maggie Steffens told the Associated Press that her sister-in-law, Lulu Conner, died after "a medical emergency."
French phone lines sabotaged as far-left activist held over rail attacks
Police have arrested a far-left activist in connection with arson attacks that hit France's high-speed rail network hours before the Olympic opening ceremony.
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How to watch every Coco Gauff USA Olympic women's tennis match
From Team USA flag bearer to Olympian, tennis ace Coco Gauff is going for gold at the 2024 Summer Olympics.
A look inside the Nike Athlete House in Paris
Nike, the official outfitter of Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympics, also set up an Athlete House. It's a place where athletes can go destress away from the Olympic Village, whether to hang out with family, get a haircut or utilize the company's latest recovery technology. Jamie Yuccas gives us a tour.
Smithsonian honors Olympian Tommie Smith
The Smithsonian American Art Museum on Friday opened up a new exhibition paying tribute to former American track and field star Tommie Smith, whose iconic gesture protesting poverty and racism in the U.S. during the 1968 Olympics got him suspended from the competition. Jericka Duncan got an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the installation.
Paris organizers apologize for offense caused by opening ceremony act
Organizers say an act during the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony featuring an LGBTQ+ icon flanked by drag artists did not depict "The Last Supper."
Panama's gymnast does Simone Biles' signature move at Olympics
Panama's Hillary Heron performed the first move named after Simone Biles, the Biles I, at the 2024 Summer Olympics, in a history-making moment.
LeBron James, Kevin Durant lead U.S. men's basketball team past Serbia
The U.S. men's team put on a near-perfect show as they rolled to a 110-84 win over Serbia.
Simone Biles dominates Olympic qualifying round despite injury
Simone Biles made a stunning Olympic comeback on Sunday, delivering near-perfect routines in a qualifying round that ended with Team USA in the lead.
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How to watch the Serbia vs. USA Olympic men's basketball game: Livestream options, Team USA info, more
Team USA men's basketball takes on Serbia today at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Here's how to watch the game.
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How to watch U.S. Women's National Team (USWNT) Olympic soccer
Don't miss a single pass or goal as the USWNT goes for the gold again at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.
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How to watch USA vs. Zambia women's Olympic soccer game today
Watch the USWNT vs. Germany Olympic women's soccer game today, even if you don't have cable.
Olympic Games get underway in Paris
The Olympic Games kicked into gear in Paris Saturday, as the U.S. claimed its first medal, earning silver in the women's synchronized 3-meter springboard. Jamie Yuccas reports on all the action from Paris.
U.S. wins first gold medal at Paris Olympics
Katie Ledecky won bronze in the women's 400-meter freestyle, while Team USA won silver in the women's 4x100-meter freestyle.
Samoa boxing coach dies at Olympic Village, officials say
Lionel Elika Fatupaito died from a cardiac arrest on Friday, shortly before the 2024 Games' opening ceremony, the AFP reported.
Inside the Olympic venue 10,000 miles from Paris: Tahiti
The village of Teahupo'o on the tropical island of Tahiti – nearly 10,000 miles away from the French mainland – will serve as the location for the Olympic surfing competition.
What fuels an Olympian? 3 athletes share what they eat in typical day.
We asked three Olympic athletes — gymnast Suni Lee, rugby player Steph Rovetti and swimmer Cullen Jones — what they eat in a day. Here's what they said.
The 5 gymnastics moves named after Simone Biles
Seven-time Olympic medalist Simone Biles has five gymnastics skills named after her. Here's what to know about them.
Art at the Paris Olympics
Like every host city of the Olympics, Paris is opening its doors to thousands of athletes and millions of spectators. Dana Jacobson sits down with an American artist who's helping Paris welcome the crowds in a perhaps unexpected way.
Here's what records Simone Biles could break at the Paris Olympics
In her third Olympic appearance at the 2024 Paris Games, decorated gymnastics great Simone Biles could set multiple new records.
Breaking is the newest Olympic sport
A new sport will take center stage at the Paris Olympics. Breaking, better known as breakdancing, will be included as an event for the first time. Dana Jacobson has more.
Team USA's first medal at the Paris Olympics came in synchronized diving
Sarah Bacon, 27, and Kassidy Cook, 29, won silver in Saturday's 3-meter synchronized springboard competition at the Aquatics Centre.
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Which Olympic events are Katie Ledecky swimming in?
Find out when to watch Katie Ledecky at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris in pursuit of her eighth gold medal.
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How to watch men's soccer at the 2024 Paris Olympics
Score the best seat in the house to watch men's soccer at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Here's how to watch.
Bomb-making materials found at home of New Orleans attacker, officials say
Federal investigators previously said they found two IEDs near the site of the New Orleans truck attack. They also detonated some materials found at a New Orleans Airbnb.
Trump to be sentenced for "hush money" conviction before inauguration
Justice Juan Merchan will sentence Trump for his crimes on Jan. 10, a court proceeding that will be unlike any in America's 248 years.
Cybertruck bombing appears to be suicide of veteran who had PTSD, FBI says
Las Vegas police identified Matthew Alan Livelsberger as the driver of the Cybertruck who died in the New Year's Day bombing.
Live updates after Johnson wins reelection as speaker in dramatic vote
House Speaker Mike Johnson appeared headed for defeat before two Republicans switched their vote, delivering him a majority.
Social Security Fairness Act set to get Biden's signature
Legislation granting full Social Security benefits to nearly 3 million retirees will soon get become law, advocates say.
Flu emergency room visits now "very high" nationwide, CDC says
Several Western states are seeing rates worse than last year's peak of flu season.
California man linked to Wisconsin school shooting apologizes for connection
Alexander Paffendorf expressed regret for his involvement in court on Friday without explaining his precise role.
On possible GOP votes against Trump nominees, Thune says no "clarity" yet
One of the first priorities for Senate Majority Leader John Thune is the confirmation of President-elect Donald Trump's expected nominees.
How much alcohol is bad for you? And more questions, answered.
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy is calling for cancer risk warnings to be included on alcoholic beverages, prompting questions about the health impacts of alcohol.
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Death row prisoner asks Arizona for second time to be executed
Aaron Brian Gunches' execution would mark a resumption of Arizona's use of the death penalty after a two-year pause while it reviewed its procedures.
Powerful winter storm to bring snowy, icy conditions to Midwest, Mid-Atlantic
Starting Saturday, millions of people are going to be hit by moderate to heavy snow from Kansas City to Washington, forecasters say.
Social Security Fairness Act set to get Biden's signature
Legislation granting full Social Security benefits to nearly 3 million retirees will soon get become law, advocates say.
Green Beret behind Cybertruck attack wrote letter signaling mental health crisis
There's mounting evidence that the Tesla Cybertruck bombing at the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas was in fact a public display of a private tragedy.
Major airlines offer storm waivers to passengers ahead of winter storm
American, JetBlue, Southwest and United are offering passengers waivers to reschedule flights ahead of Winter Storm Blair.
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Social Security Fairness Act set to get Biden's signature
Legislation granting full Social Security benefits to nearly 3 million retirees will soon get become law, advocates say.
Major airlines offer storm waivers to passengers ahead of winter storm
American, JetBlue, Southwest and United are offering passengers waivers to reschedule flights ahead of Winter Storm Blair.
U.S. Steel faces murky future after proposed Nippon Steel takeover
The Biden administration blocked the purchase of U.S. Steel by Japan's Nippon Steel. Here's what that could mean for the once iconic American company.
Apple's Siri settlement could mean money for consumers — what to know
Apple will pay $95 million to settle allegations that its Siri virtual assistant violated people's privacy by eavesdropping on mobile device users.
Thai PM declares luxury handbags, watches among $400 million in assets
Thailand's youngest-ever leader has more than 200 designer handbags worth over $2 million, as well as property in London and Japan, her party said.
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Social Security Fairness Act set to get Biden's signature
Legislation granting full Social Security benefits to nearly 3 million retirees will soon get become law, advocates say.
Trump to be sentenced for "hush money" conviction before inauguration
Justice Juan Merchan will sentence Trump for his crimes on Jan. 10, a court proceeding that will be unlike any in America's 248 years.
On possible GOP votes against Trump nominees, Thune says no "clarity" yet
One of the first priorities for Senate Majority Leader John Thune is the confirmation of President-elect Donald Trump's expected nominees.
Biden to visit New Orleans Monday, in wake of Bourbon Street attack
President Biden and first lady Jill Biden will meet with families and community members during their visit, the White House said.
Johnson wins reelection as speaker in dramatic vote to open new Congress
House Speaker Mike Johnson appeared headed for defeat before two Republicans switched their vote, delivering him a majority.
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Flu emergency room visits now "very high" nationwide, CDC says
Several Western states are seeing rates worse than last year's peak of flu season.
How much alcohol is bad for you? And more questions, answered.
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy is calling for cancer risk warnings to be included on alcoholic beverages, prompting questions about the health impacts of alcohol.
Mediterranean diet ranks healthiest again. Here's what the 3 top diets entail.
Looking to boost your nutrition this year? The Mediterranean diet has topped the U.S. News & World Report's annual diet list again. Here's what to know.
Rise in breast cancer among younger women
New research reveals breast cancer rates are increasing faster among younger women than any other group. Elaine Quijano reports on the findings.
Surgeon General calls for cancer risk warning on beverages with alcohol
Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an advisory Friday about alcohol and cancer risk and called for changes to beverage warning labels.
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Thai PM declares luxury handbags, watches among $400 million in assets
Thailand's youngest-ever leader has more than 200 designer handbags worth over $2 million, as well as property in London and Japan, her party said.
Argentina police arrest man for supplying drugs to Liam Payne
Braian Paiz is one of five people who has been charged in "One Direction" singer Liam Payne's death.
Young boy survives 5 nights lost in game park full of lions
Officials in Zimbabwe say 7-year-old Tinotenda Pudu survived five nights in the "unforgiving wild" of a game park thanks to his wilderness skills.
Rare footage shows Kim Jong Un's sister with children
Kim Yo Jong was spotted with two youngsters -- a boy and a girl -- while attending North Korea's New Year art performance.
Top EU diplomats visit ousted Assad regime's prison of horrors in Syria
The French and German foreign ministers are the most senior Western officials to visit Syria since longtime dictator Bashar al-Assad was toppled by rebels.
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Attorney: Man accused of hiding stolen "Wizard of Oz" ruby slippers to plead guilty
The iconic ruby slippers sold for a total of $32.5 million at auction last month. The slippers were stolen in 2005 from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids.
Argentina police arrest man for supplying drugs to Liam Payne
Braian Paiz is one of five people who has been charged in "One Direction" singer Liam Payne's death.
Kit Connor on Broadway's "Romeo and Juliet"
Known for his Emmy-winning role in "Heartstopper" and playing young Elton John in "Rocketman," Kit Connor now stars as Romeo in a bold, contemporary adaptation of Shakespeare's iconic play.
Wayne Osmond, brother of Donny and Marie, dies at age 73
Wayne Osmond started his musical career as an original member of The Osmonds with his brothers.
These works enter the public domain in 2025
Here are the books and characters newly joining the list of works in the public domain in 2025.
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What to know about car rental app Turo
The car rental app Turo is working to understand how two of its vehicles were used in the deadly New Orleans attack and Cybertruck bombing in Las Vegas. The Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside of President-elect Donald Trump's Las Vegas hotel and the electric truck used in the New Orleans attack were both rented via Turo. New York Times technology reporter Eli Tan joins CBS News 24/7 to explain how the app and its background check process work.
Apple's Siri settlement could mean money for consumers — what to know
Apple will pay $95 million to settle allegations that its Siri virtual assistant violated people's privacy by eavesdropping on mobile device users.
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.
The legal grounds for a TikTok ban delay
President-elect Donald Trump requested that the Supreme Court suspend the TikTok ban until after he takes office while he works on a political resolution. University of Minnesota Law School associate professor Alan Rozenshtein breaks down the legal basis for the request.
Apple agrees to pay $95 million to settle Siri eavesdropping claims
Apple surreptitiously activated Siri to record user conversations through iPhones and other devices, court finds.
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Jimmy Carter's environmental legacy
As the U.S. Capitol prepares to honor former President Jimmy Carter, Rolling Stone climate reporter Jeff Goodell looks back on his environmental legacy.
U.K.'s biggest dinosaur footprint site discovered: "So surreal"
It is hoped the discovery will provide clues about how dinosaurs interacted, as well as their size and the speeds at which they moved.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Northern lights may be visible in parts of the U.S. New Year's Eve
Solar storms may bring northern lights to several states in the northern U.S. just in time for New Year's Eve, but cloud cover may put a damper on festivities.
New species, including "blob-headed" fish, identified across world in 2024
Hundreds of new species across the globe were identified by scientists in 2024.
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New Orleans mourns victims of deadly attack
New Orleans police say they will increase the daily security presence around the city's famed Bourbon Street after the deadly truck attack that killed at least 14 people and injured dozens more in the early hours of the New Year. Makeshift memorials have sprung up in the area as the city mourns the victims. CBS News correspondent Nicole Valdes has more from the Big Easy.
What to know about car rental app Turo
The car rental app Turo is working to understand how two of its vehicles were used in the deadly New Orleans attack and Cybertruck bombing in Las Vegas. The Tesla Cybertruck that exploded outside of President-elect Donald Trump's Las Vegas hotel and the electric truck used in the New Orleans attack were both rented via Turo. New York Times technology reporter Eli Tan joins CBS News 24/7 to explain how the app and its background check process work.
FBI rat New Orleans attacker's home
The FBI returned to Shamsud-Din Jabbar's home in Texas as the federal probe into the New Orleans terrorist attack continues. CBS News' Jason Allen spoke to the attacker's brother. Also, contributor Sam Vinograd has more on the heightened terror threat in the U.S.
New Orleans attacker posted recordings on his beliefs in year before rampage
Shamsud-Din Jabbar made no mention of plans for violence or affiliations with extremist groups in the recordings.
Tiger Bech's final moments after attack
Jack Bech described the moments his family said goodbye to his brother, Tiger Bech, who was one of the victims of the New Orleans terrorist attack. CBS News' Kati Weis reports.
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NASA probe beams home update after record-breaking flyby of sun
NASA said scientists began receiving more detailed telemetry — or "housekeeping data" — from the spacecraft on New Year's Day.
When and where to see the Quadrantids, 2025's first meteor shower
The first meteor shower of 2025 is about to peak. Here's how to watch and where you can see the Quadrantids.
Space debris weighing over 1,000 pounds crashes into Kenya village
Officials said they were investigating fragments of metal, believed to be from a rocket, that crashed into a village in the country's south.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
Lunar eclipses, supermoons, meteor showers happening in 2025
Skywatchers can mark the calendar with a busy lineup of celestial occurrences in 2025.
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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 Scott Peterson case: New evidence?
Peterson's death sentence for the murder of his pregnant wife Laci has been overturned. Now his supporters are pushing for a complete retrial.
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.
Texas couple investigates teen daughter's unusual death
Cayley Mandadi's mother and stepfather go to extreme lengths to prove her death was no accident.
Serial killer Rodney Alcala's secret photos
See some of convicted serial killer Rodney Alcala's photographs that were discovered by detectives in a Seattle storage locker.
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Breaking down judge's Trump sentencing order
The judge overseeing President-elect Donald Trump's Manhattan criminal "hush money case" has ordered the president-elect to face sentencing on Jan. 10. CBS News political reporter and attorney Katrina Kaufman has the details. Then, CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Midwest, East to be hit by major winter storm
The first major winter storm of the season is expected to bring snow and ice from the Central Plains to the East Coast, along with bone-chilling temperatures. Rob Marciano has the latest.
Trump to be sentenced in "hush money" case
Before President-elect Donald Trump is sworn in for a second term, he'll have to face criminal sentencing in New York City in his so-called "hush money" case, a judge ruled Friday. Ed O'Keefe has details on the judge's decision.
Younger Americans turn to board games
Tabletop games have been around for millenniums and have since evolved into what we know fondly as board games. But its popularity is again on the rise, particularly among younger generations, research shows. Zachary Horton, associate director of media, literacy and game studies at the University of Pittsburgh, joins CBS News to discuss.
Boy rewarded after giving away his only dollar
Nine-year-old Kelvin Ellis Jr. of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, had only $1 to his name, but chose to give it away to a man he mistook as homeless. That single act of generosity sparked a friendship he could have never imagined. Steve Hartman has the story in "On the Road."