Ava DuVernay, Ron Howard on what drove them to create massive hiring network
Two of Hollywood's most renowned filmmakers are teaming up to launch an initiative aimed at revolutionizing hiring in the entertainment industry.
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Ron Howard, Ava DuVernay talk new partnership
Filmmakers Ron Howard and Ava DuVernay are teaming up to tackle one of the biggest issues in entertainment. First on "CBS Mornings," they talk about their new app partnership that aims to making hiring in Hollywood easier and more inclusive.
Tom Hanks, the novelist
The Oscar-winning actor's experiences in Hollywood are the inspiration for his new novel, about the adventures that go into the creation of a film. Tom Hanks talks with Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz about "The Making of Another Major Motion Picture Masterpiece," and about the lessons he learned, regarding acting and writing, from such collaborators as director Ron Howard and screenwriter Nora Ephron.
Ron Howard on film “Thirteen Lives”
CBS News national correspondent Michelle Miller speaks with the Oscar-winning director Ron Howard about his upcoming film “Thirteen Lives.” The movie chronicles the 2018 rescue mission of a soccer team that was trapped inside of a cave in Thailand for more than two weeks.
Ron Howard on new movie and filmmaking
Director Ron Howard joined "The CBS Mornings Podcast" to talk about his latest movie, "Thirteen Lives," which takes viewers through the real-life story of the soccer team that got trapped in a cave for days in Thailand back in 2018. In the interview with Vladimir Duthiers, Howard also shared what keeps him hooked on Hollywood.
Amy Adams addresses "Hillbilly Elegy" critics
"Hillbilly Elegy" has been one of the most popular movies on Netflix in recent weeks, but critics have tossed almost nothing but hatchets, creating what director Ron Howard called "the biggest differential" he's ever had "between critical consensus and audience approval ratings." Award-winning actress Amy Adams, who plays Beverly Vance in the film, talked with "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil about this gap and why the movie resonates with viewers.
Howard, Vance on film "Hillbilly Elegy"
Director Ron Howard and author J.D. Vance join "CBS This Morning" to discuss the new Netflix film "Hillbilly Elegy," based on Vance's best-selling memoir.
Bryce Dallas Howard and Ron Howard on fatherhood
The father-actor-director joined his daughter-actress-director's new documentary, "Dads"
Ron Howard says Pavarotti was "telling his story" when he sang
Director Ron Howard opens up about new documentary about legendary tenor Luciano Pavarotti
Ron Howard on his new documentary "Pavarotti"
Ron Howard became famous playing Opie Taylor on "The Andy Griffith Show," then Richie Cunningham on "Happy Days" before he moved behind the camera. The Oscar-winning director's new project is a documentary about the untold story of legendary tenor Luciano Pavarotti. Howard joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss making the film and why he was drawn to Pavarotti's life.
Ron Howard on using hybrid storytelling in the National Geographic series "Mars"
Howard's TV series about the first human mission to Mars combines documentary-style interviews with scripted elements and visual effects
Ron Howard on hybrid storytelling in "Mars"
Ron Howard grew up in front of America’s eyes first as the young Opie Taylor on "The Andy Griffith Show" and then as Richie Cunningham on "Happy Days" before jumping behind the camera to become one of Hollywood’s most prolific directors. Over the past 40 years, the Oscar-winner has helmed big films, including "Splash," "Cocoon," "Apollo 13," "A Beautiful Mind" and most recently "Solo: A Star Wars Story." Howard joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss his latest project, the National Geographic series "Mars." Season 2 of the critically acclaimed show premieres a week from Monday.
See the full trailer for "Solo: A Star Wars Story"
After releasing a brief teaser on Super Bowl Sunday, Lucasfilm dropped the full trailer for "Solo: A Star Wars Story" on Monday
Natalie Portman calls out female directors snub at Golden Globes
Actress used her voice Sunday to call out the Hollywood Foreign Press Association for snubbing female directors at this year's show
Ron Howard announces name of Han Solo movie
The veteran director announced the movie's name on Twitter
Ron Howard tapped to take over Han Solo film
Han Solo's standalone "Star Wars" movie has a new pilot
Netflix announces season 5 of "Arrested Development"
Perhaps you don't care for Gob, but like it or not, the Bluths are coming back.
New Einstein series shows his "bad boy" side
The series is executive produced by Brian Grazer and Ron Howard
Tom Hanks still knows the rap from "Big" and it's even better 28 years later
Fresh off his hilarious stint on “SNL," Tom Hanks has done it again, proving that there’s good reason the movie-watching world loves him so much
The Beatles on tour in “Eight Days a Week”
Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr and director Ron Howard talk about their new documentary about the Fab Four’s days on the road
Channing Tatum on the hook for "Splash" remake
Next up for Channing Tatum? Exploring life under the sea
Beatles touring doc headed to theaters
A new film by Ron Howard explores the touring life of the Beatles 50 years after they stopped playing live
Bryce Dallas Howard opens up on Hollywood's gender gap
The actress talked to CBS News about her film, feminism in Hollywood and of course, her famous father, Ron Howard
Ron Howard's "Rush" from directing
Director Ron Howard's latest film dramatizes the famed rivalry between Formula 1 racers James Hunt and Niki Lauda
Toronto Film Festival winds down with "12 Years a Slave"
Toronto Film Festival winds down with "12 Years a Slave" and more in your Eye on Entertainment.
Chinese hackers breach U.S. Treasury Dept., obtain unclassified documents
Treasury Department says Chinese hackers breached system after compromising a third-party software service provider.
Jimmy Carter's extraordinary life in pictures
Former President Jimmy Carter, who died Sunday at the age of 100, led an extraordinary life that began at a peanut farm in Plains, Georgia, and went on to include four years in the world's most powerful office.
Bipartisan bill seeks to stop online dating scams at the source
The Online Dating Safety Act would require dating apps to notify users if they've been in contact with a scam account.
FBI warns pro sports leagues after string of burglaries at athletes' homes
The FBI issued a notice to sports leagues earlier this month informing teams and players of recent burglaries targeting professional athletes.
Finnish police report massive clue in suspected undersea cable sabotage
Police in Finland probing damage to undersea cables say a shadowy Russia-linked ship may have dragged its anchor for more than 60 miles.
Jimmy Carter's state funeral to be held on Jan. 9
The state funeral for former President Jimmy Carter will be held in Washington on Jan. 9, 2025, according to a presidential declaration by President Biden.
Court rejects Trump's challenge of sexual abuse verdict in Carroll case
The court roundly rejected claims by Trump that the judge who presided over the trial erred in a series of decisions.
What to know about tonight's "black moon"
It may sound spooky, but a black moon is nothing ominous.
5 charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
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FBI warns pro sports leagues after string of burglaries at athletes' homes
The FBI issued a notice to sports leagues earlier this month informing teams and players of recent burglaries targeting professional athletes.
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
Gas prices recede and could continue dropping in 2025, forecast finds
Drivers across most of the U.S. are catching a break as the year 2024 comes to a close, although prices remain painfully high in some states.
Jimmy Carter's extraordinary life in pictures
Former President Jimmy Carter, who died Sunday at the age of 100, led an extraordinary life that began at a peanut farm in Plains, Georgia, and went on to include four years in the world's most powerful office.
Appeals court rejects Trump's challenge of sexual abuse verdict in Carroll case
The court roundly rejected claims by Trump that the judge who presided over the trial erred in a series of decisions.
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Chinese hackers breach U.S. Treasury Dept., obtain unclassified documents
Treasury Department says Chinese hackers breached system after compromising a third-party software service provider.
Gas prices recede and could continue dropping in 2025, forecast finds
Drivers across most of the U.S. are catching a break as the year 2024 comes to a close, although prices remain painfully high in some states.
Cappuccino Meltaway Bars sold nationwide recalled due to tree nuts
Gardners Candies warns that recalled Meltaway Bars product may contain undeclared cashews, a health risk for people with tree nut allergies.
More than 9 million workers are getting a raise on Jan. 1. Here's where.
The federal minimum has held at $7.25 an hour since 2009, but an increasing number of states are upping their base pay for workers.
Book excerpt: "The Hidden Globe: How Wealth Hacks the World" by Atossa Araxia Abrahamian
The journalist-editor explains how special economic zones, tax havens, and free ports are carving up the planet for the highest bidders – and leaving millions of people worse off.
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Chinese hackers breach U.S. Treasury Dept., obtain unclassified documents
Treasury Department says Chinese hackers breached system after compromising a third-party software service provider.
Jimmy Carter's extraordinary life in pictures
Former President Jimmy Carter, who died Sunday at the age of 100, led an extraordinary life that began at a peanut farm in Plains, Georgia, and went on to include four years in the world's most powerful office.
Appeals court rejects Trump's challenge of sexual abuse verdict in Carroll case
The court roundly rejected claims by Trump that the judge who presided over the trial erred in a series of decisions.
Trump endorses Mike Johnson for speaker
President-elect Donald Trump said Johnson has his "complete and total endorsement."
U.S. sends more aid to Ukraine, likely last tranche of Biden's administration
President Biden said the U.S. will "work relentlessly" to strengthen Ukraine during his final days in office.
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Cappuccino Meltaway Bars sold nationwide recalled due to tree nuts
Gardners Candies warns that recalled Meltaway Bars product may contain undeclared cashews, a health risk for people with tree nut allergies.
"We should have learned our lesson from COVID" for bird flu testing, Dr. Leana Wen says
"I feel like we should've learned our lesson from COVID, that just because we aren't testing doesn't mean the virus isn't there," Dr. Leana Wen said.
Norovirus is surging in parts of the U.S. this winter, CDC data show
Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show cases of norovirus, the highly contagious stomach bug, are surging in parts of the U.S.
How horses can help mental and physical health
Horse-powered therapy at the Legacy Ranch outside of Chicago has helped people with mental, occupational and physical challenges on their road to recovery. Charlie De Mar reports on how the ranch is literally and physically getting folks back on the horse.
FDA wants new testing to detect asbestos in products with talc
The proposed rule is required under a law passed by Congress last year, and is intended to ensure the safety of makeup and baby powder.
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Suspect in Christmas market attack has signs of mental illness, official says
Germany's interior minister said the man charged in the deadly attack at a Christmas market in Magdeburg had "striking signs of a pathological psyche."
5 charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
More questions than answers over cause of South Korea plane crash
A Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 skidded down the runway and crashed in a fireball in South Korea, and investigators are just beginning the process of figuring out why.
Shark kills tourist, injures another off Egypt's Red Sea coast
The Red Sea is a major tourist destination whose marine life make it popular with divers.
Israel faces calls to free Gaza hospital chief held as Hamas suspect
Israeli forces raided northern Gaza's last hospital and detained its director as a purported Hamas suspect. U.N. officials say he must be freed immediately.
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Dallas Stars' Tyler Seguin joins list of high-profile home burglaries
The FBI believes their homes were targeted as part of the larger trend involving organized crime groups.
5 charged in connection with Liam Payne's death
An Argentine judge has confirmed charges against five people in connection with the death of Liam Payne, a former member of musical group One Direction.
Linda Lavin, star of sitcom "Alice" and Tony Award winner, dies at 87
Linda Lavin, a Tony Award-winning stage actress who became a working class icon as a paper-hat wearing waitress on the TV sitcom "Alice," has died. She was 87.
The Book Report: Ron Charles on the best books of 2024
The Washington Post book reviewer offers his picks for some of "the best of the best" fiction and non-fiction of the year.
The Book Report: Ron Charles on the best books of 2024
The Washington Post book reviewer offers his picks for some of "the best of the best" fiction and non-fiction of the year.
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Chinese hackers breach U.S. Treasury Dept., obtain unclassified documents
Treasury Department says Chinese hackers breached system after compromising a third-party software service provider.
Trump seeks pause of possible TikTok ban
President-elect Donald Trump asked the Supreme Court Friday to pause a potential U.S. ban on TikTok from taking effect. In his brief, he said he said he wants to delay the ban in order to give time for his incoming administration to "pursue a negotiated resolution."
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.
ChatGPT recovers after being hit by outages, OpenAI says
The OpenAI issue was caused by an "upstream provider," according to the artificial intelligence organization.
AI features dominating tech heading into 2025
New artificial intelligence features appeared across the tech landscape this year, from the latest iPhone to chatbots like Google's Gemini. Adam Auriemma, the editor-in-chief at CNET, joins CBS News 24/7 with more.
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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
New species, including "blob-headed" fish, identified across world in 2024
Hundreds of new species across the globe were identified by scientists in 2024.
California's mandatory clothing recycling program
Americans throw away billions of pounds of used clothes every year. But now, California is the first state to hold textile companies responsible for their products from start to finish. CBS News' Danya Bacchus explains.
These space missions will take off in 2025
Space agencies worldwide are gearing up missions in 2025 to expand humanity's horizons, from the moon and Mars to asteroids and beyond.
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FBI warns pro sports leagues after string of burglaries at athletes' homes
The FBI issued a notice to sports leagues earlier this month informing teams and players of recent burglaries targeting professional athletes.
"Gone Girl" kidnapper Matthew Muller charged in 2009 Mountain View, Palo Alto home invasions
The man convicted in the 2015 kidnapping of Denise Huskins, a case highlighted by the Netflix documentary "American Nightmare," is facing new charges for a different case.
7 tons of cocaine found buried underneath farm, video shows
Police said they launched the operation when they detected two suspicious speedboats in the area.
Chinese teen gets life sentence for classmate's "particularly cruel" murder
A court in China has sentenced a teen boy to life in prison for murdering his classmate, capping a case that sparked debate over the treatment of juvenile offenders.
15 bodies found in Mexican region plagued by drug cartel violence
Mexico's cartel-related violence is concentrated in or along drug trafficking routes, borders and ports of entry.
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What to know about tonight's "black moon"
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Lunar eclipses, supermoons, meteor showers happening in 2025
Skywatchers can mark the calendar with a busy lineup of celestial occurrences in 2025.
NASA spacecraft safe after historic closest-ever approach to sun
NASA's Parker Solar Probe hurtled through the sizzling solar atmosphere and passed within a record-breaking 3.8 million miles of the sun's surface.
These space missions will take off in 2025
Space agencies worldwide are gearing up missions in 2025 to expand humanity's horizons, from the moon and Mars to asteroids and beyond.
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.
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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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Jimmy Carter leaves legacy of humanitarian work
Former President Jimmy Carter's legacy is often defined by his accomplishments after leaving office. Carter dedicated his post-White House life to building homes for those in need. John Dickerson looks back on Carter's mission with Habitat for Humanity.
Bipartisan bill seeks to curb online dating scams
During a yearlong investigation into romance scams, CBS News learned that more than 64,000 Americans were taken for over $1 billion dollars last year -- double the $500 million just four years earlier. Jim Axelrod takes a look at how Congress is seeking to address the problem.
Nation remembers former President Jimmy Carter
Former President Jimmy Carter, who died Sunday at the age of 100, is being remembered as a peacemaker and a humble man of faith and integrity who was tirelessly dedicated to the causes of democracy and helping others. Mark Strassmann has more.
Search for answers after South Korea plane crash
U.S. federal investigators are heading to South Korea to help figure out what caused the fiery crash landing of a Boeing jet. All but two of the 181 people on board were killed. Elizabeth Palmer has details.
Living presidents pay tribute to Jimmy Carter
Tributes to former President Jimmy Carter are pouring in from all over the world, including from his five living successors. Ed O'Keefe has more.