Russia's Dark Secret
60 Minutes interviews the couple who revealed their country's state-sponsored system of doping and learns damning new details about the 2014 Winter Games. Armen Keteyian reports.
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Iraqi protesters confined to Sadr City
Big increase in security in Baghdad after anti-corruption protests by thousands last week
The U.S. wants Russia's help ending the war in Syria and cooperation on other global hot spots
Secretary of State John Kerry arrived in Russia Tuesday morning to meet with President Vladimir Putin for the first time since the Ukraine crisis. The U.S. wants Russia's help ending the war in Syria and cooperation on other global hot spots. Margaret Brennan reports with details of the new diplomatic push.
As preparations for the 2016 summer games continue in Rio, cities from all over the world are passing on the chance to host the 2022 winter games. Elizabeth Palmer reports
As preparations for the 2016 summer games continue in Rio, cities from all over the world are passing on the chance to host the 2022 winter games. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
The G-7 nations will now hold their own summit in Brussels in June, excluding Russia from all economic talks until the standoff over Crimea is resolved
The G-7 nations will now hold their own summit in Brussels in June, excluding Russia from all economic talks until the standoff over Crimea is resolved. World leaders maintain they are ready to impose tougher sanctions on Russia’s arms, finance and energy sectors, should the Ukrainian crisis escalate. Major Garrett reports.
Johnny Quinn got some attention during the 2014 Winter Olympics when he had to break down his hotel bathroom
U.S. Olympic bobsledder Johnny Quinn got some attention during the 2014 Winter Olympics when he had to break down his hotel bathroom. After the Sochi Games, the police department in Denton, Texas offered Quinn a chance to learn from pros how a door should be broken down. KTVT Elizabeth Dinh reports.
Top U.S. officials say there's no consideration of U.S. military action, but the White House may boycott the upcoming G-8 summit in Sochi, and new trade talks with Russia may be canceled
President Barack Obama's warning about costs to Russia if it intervenes in Ukraine remains vague. Top U.S. officials say there's no consideration of U.S. military action, but the White House may boycott the upcoming G-8 summit in Sochi, and new trade talks with Russia may be canceled. Major Garrett reports.
Bronze medal winner speaks about her Sochi experience, being a hometown hero
Bronze medal winner Erin Hamlin describes what it was like taking home the first-ever Olympic medal for any American singles luge athlete and what her plans are for the future.
Olympic gold medalist Ted Ligety talks Sochi, Bode, and his future
Ted Ligety, who won the giant slalom gold medal at the Winter Olympics, discusses the pressure to win in Sochi, his relationship with teammate Bode Miller, the controversial setup of the slalom course, and his plans for the 2018 Olympics
Paralympic sled hockey team plans for gold at Sochi
The U.S. Paralympic sled hockey team plan to use will to win a second gold medal in a row at the Paralympic Games in Sochi
Sochi Winter Olympics final farewell
The final farewell of the Winter Olympic games in Sochi was full of color, pageantry, and celebration. Organizers even poked fun at themselves recreating a highly publicized malfunction that took place at the opening ceremony
Winter Olympics 2014 brings glory, agony and controversy
As the 2014 Sochi games march towards the closing ceremonies, Steve Futterman recaps some of the Olympics biggest story lines, from U.S. success on the slopes to Canadian superiority on the ice
U.S. Olympic men's hockey team shut out by Finland
In a crushing rout by Finland, the U.S. men's hockey team failed to medal at the Winter Olympic Games
Canada beat the United States 1-0 in the semifinals
Canada beat the United States 1-0 in the semifinals of the 2014 Olympic men’s hockey tournament in Sochi. Steve Futterman reports.
The Wall Street Journal reports GrubHub Seamless has filed for a confidential initial public offering, plus more of the latest MoneyWatch headlines
The Wall Street Journal reports GrubHub Seamless has filed for a confidential initial public offering. The online food ordering service processes about 150,000 orders a day and generates $100 million in sales a year. GrubHub merged with Seamless in 2013. Jill Wagner has the latest MoneyWatch headlines.
Some Olympic speedskaters are blaming their Under Armour Mach 39 suit for their poor performance at Sochi
Some Olympic speedskaters are blaming their Under Armour Mach 39 suit for their poor performance at Sochi. Kevin Plank, founder and CEO of Under Armour, talks about the controversy with the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts.
Four years after losing the gold medal game to Canada in heartbreaking fashion, the U.S. men's hockey team prepares to face their rivals in a semifinals matchup in Sochi
Four years after losing the gold medal game to Canada in heartbreaking fashion, the U.S. men's hockey team prepares to face their rivals in a semifinals matchup in Sochi. Many players from both squads were part of the showdown in Vancouver, and the rematch is expected to be just as intense as in 2010. Steve Futterman reports from Sochi.
Canada beat the U.S. 3-2 in a dramatic gold medal rematch
Canada beat the U.S. 3-2 in a dramatic gold medal rematch in the women’s hockey game during the 2014 winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia. Steve Futterman reports.
Iraqi war veteran Chris Fogt is competing in his second Olympics as a member of the U.S. bobsledding team
Iraqi war veteran Chris Fogt is competing in his second Olympics as a member of the U.S. bobsledding team. He is part of the US Army World Class Athlete program, which allows soldiers to compete as athletes at the professional level, and wants to win for his fellow soldiers overseas. Adriana Diaz reports.
The U.S. and Canadian women's hockey teams will play for the gold medal
The U.S. and Canadian women's hockey teams will play for the gold medal. The teams have been rivals since women's hockey was first included in the Olympics in 1998. CBS News' Steve Futterman reports from Sochi.
American Lauryn Williams became just the fifth person to win medals at both the Summer and Winter Olympics
American Lauryn Williams became just the fifth person to win medals at both the Summer and Winter Olympics. In Sochi, she was part of the two-person bobsled team that took silver. Williams won a gold medal at the 2012 Games as part of the U.S. 4x100 relay team. Steve Futterman reports.
Americans move on to face Canada in rematch of 2010 gold medal game
At the 2014 Winter Olympic Games in Sochi, the U.S. men's hockey team defeated the Czech Republic 5-2. Now, as Steve Futterman reports, the Americans move on to face Canada in a rematch of the 2010 gold medal game.
Shocking loss for beloved home team removes them from competition with no chance for medal
Finland eliminated Russia from Olympic men's hockey with a shocking 3-1 defeat. Steve Futterman reports on what went wrong for the beloved home team.
American Ted Ligety lived up to the hype and won gold in the giant slalom race
American Ted Ligety lived up to the hype and won gold in the giant slalom race. Unfortunately, Bode Miller was not so lucky and finished in 20th place. CBS News' Steve Futterman reports from Sochi.
Alphonso Van Marsh has the story about one group of journalism students who traveled to Sochi not as spectators - they were on assignment.
The Winter Olympics are in their last week in Russia, and amazing stories from Americans who went to the Games are everywhere. Alphonso Van Marsh has the story about one group of journalism students who traveled to Sochi not as spectators - they were on assignment.
Biden signs government funding bill, averting a shutdown
The stopgap measure will fund the government and provide tens of billions in disaster relief.
Death toll in attack at German Christmas market rises to 5; 200 injured
Police say the driver is under arrest after plowing into the crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany, killing at least five people - including a 9-year-old - and injuring 200 others.
House Ethics Committee expected to release Matt Gaetz report on Monday
The House Ethics Committee voted to release its report on the investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz on Dec. 5, according to multiple sources.
Rickey Henderson, MLB Hall of Famer, dies at 65
Rickey Henderson is widely considered to be one of the best leadoff hitters and base stealers in baseball.
Mark Burnett, "The Apprentice" creator, tapped as special envoy to the U.K.
Mark Burnett helped produce hits like "Survivor" and "The Voice," but is perhaps best known for teaming up with President-elect Donald Trump for "The Apprentice," which first aired in 2004.
2 U.S. Navy pilots eject safely when jet shot down by likely "friendly fire"
An F/A-18 fighter jet was "mistakenly fired on" by the guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg, authorities said.
Kari Lake says she has no intention of turning Voice of America into "Trump TV"
Kari Lake, a former broadcast journalist who unsuccessfully ran for governor and for a U.S. Senate seat in Arizona, is President-elect Donald Trump's selection to lead Voice of America.
Several hurt after driver plows through Texas mall; suspect killed by police
The suspect drove through the doors of a JC Penny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
Party City files for bankruptcy, a day after announcing mass layoffs
Party City informed employees in an email on Friday that it was conducting an immediate "mass layoff" at its headquarters.
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Kari Lake says she has no intention of turning Voice of America into "Trump TV"
Kari Lake, a former broadcast journalist who unsuccessfully ran for governor and for a U.S. Senate seat in Arizona, is President-elect Donald Trump's selection to lead Voice of America.
Who killed JonBenét Ramsey? Her dad believes DNA could reveal killer
A look back at how "48 Hours" covered the 1996 Christmastime murder of JonBenét Ramsey in 2002, and what her father John Ramsey says about the unsolved Colorado case nearly 28 years later.
Lara Trump won't pursue Rubio's Florida Senate seat, she says
Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of President-elect Donald Trump, says she's removing herself from consideration for Marco Rubio's Senate seat.
Will convicted wife killer Scott Peterson get a new trial?
After California man's death sentence is overturned, there's a renewed push to clear him.
Several hurt after driver plows through Texas mall; suspect killed by police
The suspect drove through the doors of a JCPenny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
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Party City files for bankruptcy, a day after announcing mass layoffs
Party City informed employees in an email on Friday that it was conducting an immediate "mass layoff" at its headquarters.
Senate approves bill to expand Social Security to millions of Americans
Senators approve a bill to expand Social Security benefits to millions of Americans, with President Biden expected to sign it into law.
How much more will it cost to heat your home this winter?
Here's what's driving up home heating costs, and how much families are expected to spend this winter.
IRS sending up to $1,400 to 1 million people. Here's who qualifies.
The IRS said it's sending out checks worth up to $1,400 to 1 million people. Here's what to know about the "special payments."
Feds sue Zelle, alleging nation's biggest banks failed to stop fraud
Government watchdog claims Americans lost hundreds of millions to fraud related to the bank-operated mobile payments network.
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Kari Lake says she has no intention of turning Voice of America into "Trump TV"
Kari Lake, a former broadcast journalist who unsuccessfully ran for governor and for a U.S. Senate seat in Arizona, is President-elect Donald Trump's selection to lead Voice of America.
Lara Trump won't pursue Rubio's Florida Senate seat, she says
Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of President-elect Donald Trump, says she's removing herself from consideration for Marco Rubio's Senate seat.
2 U.S. Navy pilots eject safely when jet shot down by likely "friendly fire"
An F/A-18 fighter jet was "mistakenly fired on" by the guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg, authorities said.
Mark Burnett, "The Apprentice" creator, tapped as special envoy to the U.K.
Mark Burnett helped produce hits like "Survivor" and "The Voice," but is perhaps best known for teaming up with President-elect Donald Trump for "The Apprentice," which first aired in 2004.
Biden surpasses Trump with 235th federal judge confirmed
The Senate confirmed two more judges to the federal bench on Friday, giving President Biden a total of 235 since he took office.
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CDC releases concerning new flu numbers
Thirteen states reported "high" or "very high" levels of flu-like illness last week, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That's double the number of states from the week before. Ali Bauman reports.
A teen's misdiagnosis led to medication, but surgery led to a cure
Isaac Klapper was 10 years old when he started having episodes of what doctors initially thought was a movement disorder.
Why fish, birds and other animals yawn too, according to an expert
Humans aren't alone when it comes to yawning — all vertebrates do it. But why? An expert explains the likely reason behind this "evolutionarily ancient" act.
Stuffing stockings with skincare? Here's what kids should and shouldn't be using
Skin care is all the rage for teens and tweens these days, but be careful not to give products that could cause more harm than good.
He went in for a colonoscopy. The hospital charged $19,000 for two.
A Chicago man was stuck with a big medical bill after undergoing a colonoscopy that found no evidence of cancer. Here's why.
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2 U.S. Navy pilots eject safely when jet shot down by likely "friendly fire"
An F/A-18 fighter jet was "mistakenly fired on" by the guided missile cruiser USS Gettysburg, authorities said.
Pope Francis tells Vatican staff to stop gossiping in Christmas speech
Pope Francis has told Vatican bureaucrats to stop speaking ill of one another, calling gossip "an evil that destroys social life."
At least 38 dead after crash between a passenger bus and a truck in Brazil
In 2024, more than 10,000 people died in traffic accidents in Brazil, according to the Ministry of Transportation.
Rocket from Yemen strikes Tel Aviv, injuring 16 people
Inside Gaza, mourners held funerals for 19 people, 12 of them children, killed in Israeli strikes.
What we know about suspect in Christmas market attack in Germany
The suspect, identified by local media as 50-year-old Taleb A., was arrested after plowing a black BMW into a Christmas market crowded with holiday shoppers in Magdeburg, Germany, killing at least five people and wounding more than 200 others.
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Blake Lively accuses co-star of sexual harassment
Hollywood star Blake Lively is accusing her "It Ends With Us" co-star Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment in a new lawsuit. His attorney has denied the allegations.
Blake Lively accuses "It Ends with Us" co-star of sexual harassment
The lawsuit lays out Blake Lively's allegations against Justin Baldoni during their time working on "It Ends with Us."
Young dancers take on lead roles in Christmas classic "The Nutcracker"
The New York City Ballet has been performing "The Nutcracker" for decades. Each year, young dancers make their mark on the ballet.
How Robert Eggers revives "Nosferatu"
Director Robert Eggers' highly-anticipated horror film "Nosferatu" will hit theaters on Christmas Day. The acclaimed director sat down with CBS Saturday Morning to talk about bringing the classic vampire tale to a new audience.
The man behind method acting
50 years ago, "The Godfather Part II" was playing in theaters nationwide. The film catapulted Lee Strasberg, whose namesake form of acting preparation was used by some of the film's leads, to stardom. Dozens of the entertainment industry's biggest stars have trained at his institute, learning the techniques of method acting. Michelle Miller went behind the scenes to learn more about "The Method Man."
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Supreme Court agrees to hear case about TikTok ban
The Supreme Court said Wednesday it will hear an appeal from TikTok over a federal law that would ban the social media giant if it is not sold by its Chinese parent company. Jan Crawford has more.
Teen victim of deepfake porn urges Congress to pass "Take It Down Act"
Elliston Berry's life was turned upside down after a photo she posted on Instagram was digitally altered online to be pornographic.
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.
Supreme Court to decide on future of TikTok
The Supreme Court plans to hear arguments in January on a challenge to a new law that could lead to the popular social media app TikTok being banned in the U.S. The Biden administration and lawmakers say the Chinese government's ability to collect data from TikTok poses a significant national security risk, while the app and its Chinese parent company ByteDance argue that the law is unconstitutional. CBS News Supreme Court producer Catherine Cole has more.
FAA: Lithium battery fires on flights now occur nearly twice a week
FAA data shows that lithium battery fires on U.S. flights have risen 388% since 2015, now occurring nearly twice a week.
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What to know about the winter solstice, 2024's shortest day
The 2024 winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, happens on Saturday, Dec. 21, and is marked with traditions and celebrations around the world.
Class-action lawsuit over plastic recycling
This week a group of plaintiffs in Missouri, Kansas, California and Florida filed a class-action lawsuit against dozens of companies and organizations, claiming they've falsely promoted how easy it is to recycle plastics. CBS News Los Angeles climatologist Marina Jurica has the details.
Why fish, birds and other animals yawn too, according to an expert
Humans aren't alone when it comes to yawning — all vertebrates do it. But why? An expert explains the likely reason behind this "evolutionarily ancient" act.
Americans coexisted with 4-ton sloths for millennia, research shows
Early Americans may have spent millennia sharing prehistoric savannas and wetlands with enormous beasts, research shows.
EPA tackling pollution in at-risk communities
The Environmental Protection Agency under President Biden created a new Office of Environmental Justice that seeks to address pollution levels in disadvantaged and marginalized communities. However, there is concern that the incoming Trump administration could do away with the new department. David Schechter reports.
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Who killed JonBenét Ramsey? Her dad believes DNA could reveal killer
A look back at how "48 Hours" covered the 1996 Christmastime murder of JonBenét Ramsey in 2002, and what her father John Ramsey says about the unsolved Colorado case nearly 28 years later.
Will convicted wife killer Scott Peterson get a new trial?
After California man's death sentence is overturned, there's a renewed push to clear him.
Several hurt after driver plows through Texas mall; suspect killed by police
The suspect drove through the doors of a JCPenny in Killeen, Texas, and continued inside for "several hundred yards," an official said.
CEO killing sparks concerns about extremism
Luigi Mangione, now held in a New York City lock-up, could face the death penalty if convicted of the shooting death of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The killing is sparking new concerns about violent extremism bubbling across the country.
Dozens injured in Germany Christmas market attack
At least two people are dead and dozens more injured after a vehicle plowed into a crowd at a Christmas market in Magdeburg, Germany. Authorities say the driver of the car was arrested and that it appears to be a deliberate attack. Elaine Cobbe has details.
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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.
Why are the Boeing Starliner astronauts stuck in space?
Here's why NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore are stuck, but not stranded, at the International Space Station after launching into space in June.
NASA delayes return date for astronauts
NASA has delayed the return date for Boeing's Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports on the decision to keep the two in space.
NASA leader weighs in on Elon Musk, SpaceX and plans for moon rocket
NASA Administrator Bill Nelson says he's optimistic the Trump administration will support the space agency's agenda.
Boeing Starliner crew's return delayed again
Two astronauts who have been stuck in space since June will have to wait until at least the end of March to come home after NASA on Wednesday again pushed back their return date. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer for the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss what's causing the delays.
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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.
Summer music heats up 2024
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
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The Search for JonBenét's Killer
Is there new hope to solve the murder of JonBenét Ramsey? Her father says there’s a way. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty reports.
"CBS Weekend News" headlines for Dec. 21, 2024
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Weekend News" with David Wade.
Boy's own newspaper brings neighborhood together
Many kids will be getting tablets or video games this holiday season. But this Boston boy has put down the gadgets and lifted up his entire neighborhood. David Wade reports.
Chicago elf brings joy to children in hospitals
The Chicago group Holiday Heroes seeks to bring joy and light to brave children at 18 different hospitals. Noel Brennan has more.
Blake Lively accuses co-star of sexual harassment
Hollywood star Blake Lively is accusing her "It Ends With Us" co-star Justin Baldoni of sexual harassment in a new lawsuit. His attorney has denied the allegations.