Pope Francis defied doctors to serve until the end
In his final days, Pope Francis continued to defy expectations after a lengthy hospital stay. Chris Livesay has more.
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Houston Catholics reflect on Pope Francis' legacy
At churches around the country, mourners left flowers, lit candles and offered prayers for Pope Francis. Janet Shamlian visited one of the largest and fastest-growing dioceses in the U.S.
Key dates in the life of Pope Francis — from Buenos Aires to Rome
Here are some important dates in the life of Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who became Pope Francis in 2013 and died on Monday.
Looking back at Pope Francis' impact on the Catholic Church
A longtime Vatican correspondent shares his insights on the legacy of Pope Francis, a populist leader who sought to bring the Church closer to the people.
Pope Francis has died at the age of 88, the Vatican says
Pope Francis made it his mission to change the perception of the Catholic Church around the world.
Pope Francis on being against "dogmatic" mentality
Pope Francis sat down with CBS News' Norah O'Donnell last year for a rare interview, in which he discussed his attitude towards tradition, the legacy he hoped to leave behind and more.
Remembering Pope Francis, who broke with tradition
Pope Francis, spiritual leader of the world's nearly 1.5 billion Catholics, died of a stroke at the age of 88. Seth Doane has coverage from Rome, and Norah O'Donnell looks back at her 2024 interview with Pope Francis. Then, Timothy Dolan, the archbishop of New York, joins to share his thoughts on the pope's passing.
Doctor explains Pope Francis' cause of death
Pope Francis, the leader of the Catholic Church, died Monday morning at 88. The Vatican says he died of a cerebral stroke that put him into a coma and led to irreversible heart failure. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains.
Mourners gather in Rome to honor Pope Francis
Catholics around the world have begun a nine-day mourning period for Pope Francis, who died Monday at 88 following a stroke and subsequent heart failure. CBS News papal contributor Frank Rocca has the latest from Vatican City. Then, Joe Ferullo, CEO and publisher of the National Catholic Reporter, joins to unpack the late pontiff's legacy.
Trump, FLOTUS to attend Pope Francis' funeral
President Trump says he and first lady Melania Trump will attend Pope Francis' funeral in Rome. The president paid his respects to the late pontiff during an Easter egg roll at the White House on Monday. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Pope Francis' impact on U.S. politics
A new piece in The Wall Street Journal examines the relationship between Catholicism and the "MAGA" wing of the Republican Party. Aaron Zitner, reporter and editor at The Wall Street Journal, joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Archbishop of Chicago on Pope Francis' legacy
As the world mourns Pope Francis, the Catholic Church and eligible cardinals must decide who will succeed him. Cardinal Blase Cupich, who serves as the archbishop of Chicago and will participate in the selection process, joins "America Decides" to discuss.
Sen. Tim Kaine on Pope Francis' life, legacy
Pope Francis is remembered as a spiritual and political leader, most notably with his more liberal stances on social issues like immigration and gay rights. Democratic Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia, who is Catholic, joins "America Decides" to remember the late pope.
Shock, sadness in Rome after pope's death
Pope Francis, who challenged deeply rooted norms as leader of the Catholic Church, died Monday at 88. CBS News papal contributor Francis X. Rocca has more from Rome.
Trump honors Pope Francis: "May God bless him and all who loved him"
President Trump released a statement after the Vatican announced Pope Francis' death on Monday.
Criticisms Pope Francis received as pontiff
Pope Francis died Monday at the age of 88 after a tenure as pontiff spent calling for a more inclusive church. CBS News papal contributor Candida Moss has a look back at Francis' life and some of the issues people had with him.
Vatican leads rosary in St. Peter's Square
The Vatican on Monday led a rosary for Pope Francis, who died earlier in the day at 88. Following coverage of the rosary, Dr. Jesus Fernandez-Villaverde, executive board president for the Catholic Research Economists Discussion Organization, joined CBS News with his thoughts on the pontiff.
Pope Francis' cause of death revealed
Pope Francis died from a cerebral stroke and subsequent heart failure, the Vatican said. CBS News' Lindsey Reiser and Melissa Mahtani have more on plans for Francis' burial and how the next pope will be selected.
Pope Francis' death a day after Vance meeting
Vice President JD Vance was one of the last people to meet with Pope Francis before his death, seeing the pontiff on Easter Sunday. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more on that and some of the other news coming out of the White House.
Early details on Pope Francis' funeral
The world is remembering Pope Francis, who died Monday at 88 years old. CBS News' Elizabeth Cook anchors special coverage of the pontiff's death.
Catholic leaders honor Pope Francis' legacy
Catholic leaders in the U.S. honored the legacy of Pope Francis after his death at age 88 on Monday. CBS News' Melissa Mahtani discusses what happens next at the Vatican and Rev. Daniel Groody, vice president and provost at the University of Notre Dame, has more on Pope Francis' legacy. Delia Gallagher, CBS News' papal and Vatican contributor and consultant, also joins with more reactions.
Trump orders flags to fly half-staff for pope
President Trump said he signed an executive order to have flags fly at half-staff in honor of Pope Francis, who died at age 88 on Monday. Mr. Trump delivered remarks at the annual White House Easter Egg Roll.
Here's how Pope Francis made history
Pope Francis made history during his time as the leader of the Catholic Church. CBS News' Norah O'Donnell breaks down his unprecedented accomplishments.
Pope's final Ukraine, Gaza message
Pope Francis' final public address included his prayer for peace in Ukraine and Gaza where violence has claimed the lives of thousands. Dr. Liana Fix, a fellow for Europe at the Council on Foreign Relations, joins CBS News with more on his foreign affairs efforts.
Pope Francis insisted on being in public
Pope Francis insisted on being in public among Catholic Church followers celebrating Easter Sunday at the Vatican. James Grimaldi, the executive editor of The National Catholic Reporter, joins CBS News with more.
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Iran says Strait of Hormuz will be "completely closed" if Trump delivers on threats
President Trump's threat came after CENTCOM's commander said that Iran's ability to threaten the Strait of Hormuz had been "degraded."
The company reviving the U.S. rare earth industry, from mine to magnet
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Poll: Most say Iran war not going well, but don't want regime left in power
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
Trump says ICE agents will assist TSA at airports as delays worsen
Wait times aren't expected to improve until government funding is restored and TSA officers receive paychecks.
Senate advances Markwayne Mullin's nomination for DHS secretary
In a 54 to 37 vote, two Democrats voted with all Republicans in attendance to advance Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination. A final confirmation vote is expected in the coming days.
U.S. importing Korean shipbuilding techniques to save floundering industry
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Officials scramble to carry out Trump's directive on ICE agents at airports
President Trump said Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will assist TSA agents at airports as delays and security staffing shortages continue to worsen.
Trump administration says it is ready to deport Abrego Garcia to Liberia
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More than 230 rescued amid severe floods in Hawaii; more rain expected
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Savannah Guthrie renews plea for clues in mother's disappearance
"Today Show" co-host Savannah Guthrie is renewing pleas to residents of Tucson, Arizona, to jog their memories in the hopes of sparking new leads in the disappearance of her mother, Nancy.
Officials scramble to carry out Trump's directive on ICE agents at airports
President Trump said Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will assist TSA agents at airports as delays and security staffing shortages continue to worsen.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 22, 2026
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Waltz: "never take anything off the table" on U.S. hitting Iran plants
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Fentanyl found inside Barbies sold at Missouri discount store, police say
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Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter purchase
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
CBS News Radio to shut down after nearly a century of broadcasting
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Getting ready to fly? Here are 3 ways to track TSA wait times.
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Are the Trump administration's efforts to lower oil and gas prices working?
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Nearly 90,000 bottles of children's ibuprofen recalled across the U.S.
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Officials scramble to carry out Trump's directive on ICE agents at airports
President Trump said Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents will assist TSA agents at airports as delays and security staffing shortages continue to worsen.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 22, 2026
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Waltz: "never take anything off the table" on U.S. hitting Iran plants
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Senate advances Markwayne Mullin's nomination for DHS secretary
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Transcript: U.N. Ambassador Mike Waltz on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 22, 2026
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More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
Complex procedure saves officer with chest pain, heart condition
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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.
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Cuba begins to restore electricity after nationwide power grid collapse
Cuba has begun restarting its power grid after another nationwide blackout left millions without electricity.
Transcript: U.N. Ambassador Mike Waltz on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 22, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Mike Waltz, U.S. ambassador to the U.N., that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 22, 2026.
Transcript: Rep. Jason Crow on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 22, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with Rep. Jason Crow, Democrat of Colorado, that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 22, 2026.
Transcript: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," March 22, 2026
The following is the transcript of the interview with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte that aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on March 22, 2026.
Poll: Most say Iran war not going well, but don't want regime left in power
Most Republicans, especially MAGA, continue to support the US action and express a lot of confidence in Trump personally.
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Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
In 2005, the "Friends" star played Valerine Cherish, a washed-up sitcom actress, in the HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback.
Extended interview: Lisa Kudrow
In this web exclusive, Emmy-winning actress Lisa Kudrow talks with Tracy Smith about "Friends," and her HBO show "The Comeback."
Lisa Kudrow on making "The Comeback"
"Friends" star Lisa Kudrow played a washed-up sitcom actress, Valerie Cherish, in the 2005 HBO comedy "The Comeback." The show was cancelled, but it earned a cult following, and then returned in 2014. Now, "The Comeback" is itself making a comeback for a third season. Kudrow talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about her love for playing Phoebe Buffay; her aptitude for "cringe comedy"; and how she found solace following the death of "Friends" castmate Matthew Perry.
Chef Ruthie Rogers on the comforts of food and conversation
The River Cafe in London has had a Michelin star since the late 1990s, thanks to co-founder, owner, acclaimed chef and podcaster Ruthie Rogers, whose new book, "Table 4 at the River Cafe," celebrates conversations and comfort food.
Chef Ruthie Rogers: Food and conversation
The River Cafe in London has had a Michelin star since the late 1990s, thanks to co-founder, owner and acclaimed chef Ruthie Rogers. Seth Doane talks with the American-born Rogers about her fabled Italian restaurant, her new book, "Table 4 at the River Cafe," and her podcast, all of which celebrate the connections brought about by conversations and comfort food.
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How iNaturalist app users have fun while aiding science
The iNaturalist cellphone app not only helps users identify plant, animal and insect species; it also provides invaluable data to scientists studying biodiversity, species decline, and habitat loss - and, as Martha Stewart discovers, it's fun!
How a fun nature app aids science
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How AI powered robots are helping small farms
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Jury finds Elon Musk liable for misleading investors during Twitter purchase
A jury has found Elon Musk liable for misleading investors by deliberately driving down Twitter's stock price in the tumultuous months leading up to his 2022 acquisition of the social media company.
White House unveils AI framework for Congress
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How a fun nature app aids science
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Discovery of 1949 whale recording could unlock mysteries of ocean
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Sea levels higher than thought due to "methodological blind spot," study says
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NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
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What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
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Fentanyl found inside Barbies sold at Missouri discount store, police say
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Couple on unusual activity at neighbor's home: "I think they finally killed him"
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Wife of Joseph Duggar charged with child endangerment after his arrest
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5 more defendants plead guilty in Feeding Our Future fraud scheme
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See police bodycam video of Justin Timberlake's DWI arrest on Long Island
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Possible meteorite crashes into Houston area home, officials say
A possible meteorite crashed into a Houston area house on Saturday night, tearing through the roof and two stories of the home, officials said.
Eileen Collins on breaking barriers in space
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Repaired moon rocket heads back to launch pad for April 1 blastoff
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7-ton meteor identified as likely cause of boom heard across Ohio
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The only active rare earth mine in the U.S.
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