What was in Osama bin Laden's closet?
Did Osama bin Laden have OCD? 60 Minutes producer Henry Schuster on the Navy SEAL raid that exposed the private world -- and closet -- of Osama bin Laden.
Osama bin Laden
How a SEAL's whisper saved the bin Laden raid
Mark Owen, the pen name for one of the Navy SEALs who shot Osama bin Laden tells Scott Pelley how a whisper from his teammate saved the mission.
Obama's campaign promise on bin Laden
"60 Minutes" producer Maria Gavrilovic connects the dots between a controversial campaign pledge and the president's decision to go after Osama bin Laden.
President Obama: The full "60 Minutes" interview
Steve Kroft interviews President Barack Obama about his administration's accomplishments and challenges as the President begins his quest for re-election.
Kill Bin Laden
The officer who led the Delta Force mission to kill Osama bin Laden after 9/11 reveals what really happened in Tora Bora, Afghanistan, when the al-Qaeda leader narrowly escaped. Scott Pelley reports
Former top Afghan spy speaks out
The former head of Afghanistan's intelligence says Pakistan has supported the Taliban for years and in 2007, he says, his information pinpointed Osama bin Laden 12 miles from where American forces killed him last week. Lara Logan reports.
Life with bin Laden: His bodyguard talks
What kind of person revered Osama bin Laden? Meet Abu Jandal, a man who ready to die for his boss.
2001: Special Ops
Who hunted down Osama bin Laden? Meet some of the men who have served in "Special Operations" forces.
Extra: "A gutsy call"
Secretary of Defense Robert Gates tells Katie Couric that the mission was one of the most courageous decisions he's ever seen a president make. He calls it a "gutsy call."
Robert Gates: The soldiers' secretary
Secretary of Defense Robert Gates in his first interview since the killing of Osama bin Laden. Katie Couric also traveled with the secretary on a five-day mission to the Middle East that included a stop in Iraq.
The failed 2001 mission to kill bin Laden
Hear the secret story of how an elite team of US commandos chased and lost bin Laden's trail at Tora Bora, just ten weeks after 9/11.
Kidnapped to be "wives"
Three of Kony's wives describe their time with the warlord - and a horrible choice some were asked to make for their country
Seeing "Obama" in the sky
Major General Cesar Acellam, a commander in Kony's army captured by Ugandan forces, says he and his fellow soldiers knew the U.S. was assisting in the manhunt
Extra: The value of Amrullah Saleh's intel
Christopher Alexander served as the UN's deputy envoy to Afghanistan from 2005-09. He worked closely with Amrullah Saleh and says the international community came to rely heavily on the intelligence provided by Saleh's spy agency.
Extra: Why Saleh quit
Former Afghan intelligence chief Amrullah Saleh tells Lara Logan he quit his government post because he felt President Hamid Karzai no longer trusted him. He believes that it is obvious Karzai is moving closer to Pakistan.
Former Jihadist On Bin Laden
A former Saudi jihadist who spent time with Osama bin Laden at Tora Bora now has a differnt view of the terrorist leader. He calls him "flip flop."
Kony vs. bin Laden
Colonel Kurt Crytzer, who led the U.S. Special Forces mission to find Joseph Kony, says capturing or killing him would bring closure to the Ugandans
Taming Terror: Meeting Bin Laden
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Rooney on bin Laden's death
There have only been a few times in Andy Rooney's life when someone's death has been the occasion for rejoicing. Osama bin Laden's death is one of those times!
Killing Bin Laden: The President's Story, Part 2
President Barack Obama relives the tension-filled moments as he and his closest advisors monitored the assault on Osama bin Laden's compound in Pakistan. Steve Kroft reports.
Extra: Inside the Situation Room
Secretary of Defense Robert Gates says he was transfixed as he watched the raid on Osama bin Laden's compound unfold from inside the White House Situation Room.
Extra: U.S.-Pakistan relations
Secretary of Defense Robert Gates tells Katie Couric that the United States' relationship with Pakistan is not built on trust.
Saudi official: Bin Ladens killed in private jet crash
Family members of late al Qaeda leader among people killed in crash in southern England, ambassador says
Why Taliban leader Mullah Omar was one of world's most-wanted fugitives
Afghanistan authorities say Mullah Mohammed Omar, the one-eyed figurehead of the Taliban, has been dead for more than two years
Pentagon: Leader of Khorasan Group killed in U.S. airstrike
Muhsin al-Fadhli's death in Syria seen as a significant blow against the al Qaeda faction, which has been actively plotting against U.S., West
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Iran lashes out with missiles as Israel says war still intensifying
Iran retaliates for Israel's latest assassinations as Trump and Netanyahu give no indication the war is about to let up, 19 days in.
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Watch Live: Gabbard, intel officials testify at hearing on threats to U.S.
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and other top officials are testifying before the Senate Intelligence Committee about national security threats facing the U.S.
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Watch Live: Rand Paul confronts Markwayne Mullin at DHS confirmation hearing
Sen. Markwayne Mullin is appearing before the Senate Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs Committee for a confirmation hearing, which Sen. Rand Paul chairs.
Official warns some airports could shut down if TSA sick calls climb
Acting deputy TSA administrator Adam Stahl says the situation will get worse the longer the agency and the Department of Homeland Security don't receive funding.
Trump's judicial confirmations show signs of slowing compared to first-term boom
President Trump is likely to make less of an impact on the federal bench in his second term because of fewer vacancies, a slower pace of retirements and the potential for Democrats to regain control of the Senate in November.
Paul calls Mullin a "man with anger issues" in confirmation hearing
Sen. Markwayne Mullin is appearing before the Committee on Homeland Security after President Donald Trump nominated him to replace Kristi Noem as the Homeland Security Secretary.
Who is Josh D'Amaro, the new CEO of Disney?
As Disney CEO, Josh D'Amaro will be in charge of a massive entertainment empire that includes parks, movies and a streaming service.
As Trump floats "taking Cuba," island's president warns of "resistance"
The leader of Cuba is vowing to put up "resistance" against the U.S. as President Trump suggests he may "take" the island nation, whose communist government has faced intense U.S. pressure and languished under energy shortages.
USPS wants to raise the price of a first-class stamp as high as 95 cents
USPS Postmaster General David Steiner said raising the price of stamps would "largely solve" the agency's financial woes.
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Who is Josh D'Amaro, the new CEO of Disney?
As Disney CEO, Josh D'Amaro will be in charge of a massive entertainment empire that includes parks, movies and a streaming service.
Paul calls Mullin a "man with anger issues" in confirmation hearing
Sen. Markwayne Mullin is appearing before the Committee on Homeland Security after President Donald Trump nominated him to replace Kristi Noem as the Homeland Security Secretary.
Trump waives Jones Act for 60 days in effort to ease energy prices
President Trump on Wednesday temporarily eased a century-old law that limits shippers from transporting energy products around the U.S.
USPS wants to raise the price of a first-class stamp as high as 95 cents
USPS Postmaster General David Steiner said raising the price of stamps would "largely solve" the agency's financial woes.
Official warns some airports could shut down if TSA sick calls climb
Acting deputy TSA administrator Adam Stahl says the situation will get worse the longer the agency and the Department of Homeland Security don't receive funding.
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Who is Josh D'Amaro, the new CEO of Disney?
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Trump waives Jones Act for 60 days in effort to ease energy prices
President Trump on Wednesday temporarily eased a century-old law that limits shippers from transporting energy products around the U.S.
USPS wants to raise the price of a first-class stamp as high as 95 cents
USPS Postmaster General David Steiner said raising the price of stamps would "largely solve" the agency's financial woes.
WNBA, players' union reach agreement in principle on new pact
The WNBA and its players' union reached a verbal agreement on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning, both sides said.
Arizona alleges Kalshi engaged in illegal gambling, election wagering
The complaint includes 20 separate counts against Kalshi, claiming the company accepted bets from Arizona residents in violation of state law.
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Trump hasn't decided on sending Americans after Iran's nuclear material, sources say
The Pentagon has prepared multiple options for President Trump as potential next steps in the Iran war.
Paul calls Mullin a "man with anger issues" in confirmation hearing
Sen. Markwayne Mullin is appearing before the Committee on Homeland Security after President Donald Trump nominated him to replace Kristi Noem as the Homeland Security Secretary.
How the military is using AI in war
From intelligence to research and grant applications, artificial intelligence is playing a bigger role in government and military operations.
Trump waives Jones Act for 60 days in effort to ease energy prices
President Trump on Wednesday temporarily eased a century-old law that limits shippers from transporting energy products around the U.S.
Federal judge strikes down Arkansas Ten Commandments in public schools law
An Arkansas law requiring that the Ten Commandments be prominently displayed in public school classrooms has been struck down by a federal judge.
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Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
A judge blocked a set of changes to the childhood vaccine schedule recommended by allies of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, dealing a setback to the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul federal vaccine policy.
Changes in organ donor status can fall through cracks in the system
Patchwork state policies and limited federal oversight have led to a fragmented system for tracking organ donor status.
A dad's colon cancer spread to lungs. He says what happened next was a miracle.
Spencer Laird was diagnosed with colon cancer at 26. At 30, he was told it had returned and spread to his lungs, with one tumor the size of a golf ball.
Dr. Oz pledges to tackle hospice fraud: "Do not steal from the American people"
The Trump administration's Medicare boss reacts to CBS News investigation into California's hospice fraud problems.
Millions of Americans skip meals, stretch medication to afford health care
Even people with six-figure incomes are making financial sacrifices to pay for medical care, a new study finds.
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Trump hasn't decided on sending Americans after Iran's nuclear material, sources say
The Pentagon has prepared multiple options for President Trump as potential next steps in the Iran war.
Children discover mysterious ancient skeleton next to playground
The skeleton is the latest in a series of bodies discovered in the city of Dijon that were mysteriously buried in a seated position while facing west.
Belgian soldiers to protect Jewish sites as Iran war fuels antisemitism
Italian soldiers are patrolling Rome's ancient Jewish quarter and Belgian troops will help secure Jewish sites as an official warns the threat of antisemitic violence "is very real."
Woman hospitalized after being startled by humanoid robot
Video widely shared online showed a woman angrily confronting a robot as it waved its metallic arms at her, while a crowd of onlookers gathered around.
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Iran lashes out with missiles as Israel says war still intensifying
Iran retaliates for Israel's latest assassinations as Trump and Netanyahu give no indication the war is about to let up, 19 days in.
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Behind the rise of The Last Dinner Party
The band The Last Dinner Party is coming to the U.S. next week to tour its second album, "From the Pyre." The members of the band spoke to Anthony Mason about how they met, their rapid rise to fame and the support they've had along the way.
Inside the Vanity Fair Oscar party
For more than 30 years, Vanity Fair has thrown an exclusive Oscar's after party. This year, the magazine's new global editorial director Mark Guiducci decided to trim the guest list, didn't allow press inside and even required guests to put a sticker over their phone camera for privacy. He speaks to "CBS Mornings" and gives an up-close look at the party.
Nancy Guthrie investigation "becomes much harder" as time goes on, expert says
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
Melissa Etheridge opens up about new music
Melissa Etheridge speaks with "CBS Mornings" about releasing her 17th studio album "Rise" later this month, writing about the loss of her son and grief.
Woman on viral Coldplay "kiss cam" speaks out
Kristin Cabot, the woman from the viral Coldplay "kiss cam" video, spoke in an exclusive interview with Oprah Winfrey about the backlash she received from that moment and how it differed from comments made about her boss Andy Byron, the CEO of their company.
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How the military is using AI in war
From intelligence to research and grant applications, artificial intelligence is playing a bigger role in government and military operations.
Landmark social media trial continues
A verdict could come as soon as Tuesday in the landmark trial against Meta and Google for allegedly fueling social media addictions. CBS News contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
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.
U.S. hospitals, insurers turn to AI for claims
A constant battle in the U.S. health care system is the fight between insurers and providers over the cost of medical procedures and who foots the bill. Both sides are turning to artificial intelligence to make their case. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Céline Gounder explains.
Solar farm development faces pushback
A community in Alabama is pushing back against a solar farm that would power an artificial intelligence data center in the state. CBS News reporter Kati Weis has more.
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Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
The song is that of a humpback whale and was recorded by scientists in March 1949 in Bermuda, researchers said.
Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
A new study in the journal Nature says most sea level rise research may have underestimated coastal water heights by an average of 1 foot.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
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Nancy Guthrie investigation "becomes much harder" as time goes on, expert says
Law enforcement sources told CBS News that additional images were obtained from surveillance cameras installed at Guthrie's Tucson home, but they showed nothing suspicious.
Kouri Richins found guilty on all charges
Kouri Richins, the Utah mom accused of killing her husband and later writing a children's book about grief, was found guilty on all charges Monday, including aggravated murder. Her sentencing is now set for May and she faces the possibility of life in prison.
Accused Latin American drug lord arrives in U.S. after years on the run
Sebastian Marset, who eluded police for years, was captured in Bolivia last week and transferred to U.S. custody.
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Kouri Richins convicted of murdering husband
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Video shows meteor streaking across the sky
A meteoroid was spotted streaking across the sky in 10 states. In some areas, there was also a loud boom, similar to an explosion. NASA says the meteor, which was traveling 45,000 mph in the sky, fragmented - causing the bright fireball and loud boom.
7-ton meteor identified as likely cause of boom heard across Ohio
Some residents immediately feared the sound was an explosion, according to CBS affiliate WOIO, but weather service officials say it appears to have been a meteor.
Bill Nye on going from Boeing to science guy
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NASA targets April 1 for moon mission launch
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1,300-pound NASA satellite to crash on Earth
Nearly 14 years after it was launched in 2012, NASA says a 1,300-pound satellite is expected to come crashing back to Earth on Wednesday. Most of it will burn up as it reenters the atmosphere, but NASA warns some debris could survive reentry.
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Gabbard leaves out part of planned testimony
Top U.S. intelligence officials, including Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, are testifying about the Iran war on Wednesday before a Senate committee. In her prepared opening statement, she omitted details on Iran's nuclear program that were previously planned. CBS News' Taurean Small has more.
Key details from Markwayne Mullin hearing
Sen. Markwayne Mullin's Senate confirmation hearing to replace Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem began Wednesday with contentious remarks from Sen. Rand Paul. CBS News' Nikole Killion has the latest.
Warner presses Gabbard at Senate hearing
Sen. Mark Warner questioned Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard about her involvement with the FBI search at a Georgia elections office, foreign interference and why she omitted a portion of her prepared opening statement that said, "As a result of Operation Midnight Hammer, Iran's nuclear enrichment program was obliterated."
Ex-CIA official slams Kent's resignation
CBS News contributor and former CIA assistant director for counterterrorism Joseph Zacks slammed Joe Kent's resignation as director of the National Counterterrorism Center. "What troubles me even more in [Kent's] resignation is that he in fact, in my opinion, put a segment of the United States citizenry in danger," Zacks said.
Gabbard's opening statement at Senate hearing
Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard gave her opening statement at a Senate hearing on worldwide threats. She said Iran's regime "appears to be intact but largely degraded" after U.S. and Israeli strikes on the country.