The Uplift: A dramatic rescue
Tony Dokoupil gets a behind-the-scenes look at "Mission: Impossible" and tries out film stunts. A bachelor party in Minnesota makes a dramatic rescue when they see a dog stuck in mud. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
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Tom Cruise to receive honorary Oscar
Actor Tom Cruise is set to receive an honorary Oscar ahead of next year's Academy Awards. While he has scored four nominations, the "Mission Impossible" and "Top Gun" actor has never won an Oscar.
"Mission: Impossible - Fallout" review
"Sunday Morning" film critic David Edelstein looks back on the "Mission: Impossible" high-tech espionage franchise starring Tom Cruise, and weighs in on the latest installment, starring Cruise, Henry Cavill, Rebecca Ferguson, and (of course) some death-defying stunts.
Tom Cruise awarded Guinness World Record for flaming parachute stunt
Tom Cruise was awarded a Guinness World Record for "most burning parachute jumps by an individual."
Tom Cruise earns Guinness World Record
Tom Cruise earned a Guinness World Record for the most burning parachute jumps by an individual. It happened while filming "Mission Impossible - The Final Reckoning." Cruise performed a stunt 16 times to get the perfect shot.
"Mornings Memory": Tom Cruise in 1996
In a 1996 interview with "CBS This Morning," Tom Cruise reflected on the potential of "Mission: Impossible" and whether it could become a franchise. Spoiler: Paramount was already asking.
Henry Czerny closes the loop with "Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning"
Henry Czerny, who first appeared as CIA director Eugene Kittridge in 1996, returns to "Mission: Impossible" and says revisiting the character has been "brilliant."
Hayley Atwell reflects on 5 years of "Mission: Impossible"
After five years on "Mission: Impossible," Hayley Atwell says Tom Cruise's kindness stood out as much as his defying stunts.
Iconic movie props up for auction
More than 1,000 props from Hollywood history are going up for auction. Some of the items include Tom Cruise's leather jacket from "Top Gun" and Chewbacca's bowcaster from the original "Star Wars" trilogy.
Forbes releases list of highest paid actors of 2023
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Vanessa Kirby on new "Mission: Impossible"
Vanessa Kirby joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her return as "The White Widow" in the new film "Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One," including the higher stakes for her character.
"Mission: Impossible" co-star talks watching Tom Cruise's stunt
Cruise's character rode a motorcycle off a cliff, then jumped off the bike — in front of his stunned castmates.
Pom Klementieff on new "Mission: Impossible"
First on "CBS Mornings," actor Pom Klementieff shares what it's like to star in "Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One," how she trained for the extraordinary stunts in the film and how she was inspired by a bird for her role as a mysterious ruthless accomplice.
How to watch all the Mission: Impossible movies ahead of 'Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One'
Catch up on Ethan Hunt's stunts before seeing "Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One," now in theaters.
"Mission: Impossible" director talks new film
Extended Interview: Director Christopher McQuarrie tells "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil what went into planning and executing Tom Cruise’s thrilling motorcycle cliff jump for “Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One,” and discusses his longtime collaboration with the Hollywood star.
"Mission: Impossible" director says movie stunts presented new challenges
The film hits theaters on Wednesday, July 12.
Behind the scenes of new movie's stunts
The stunts in the newly released "Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One" film have garnered a lot of attention. Tony Dokoupil sits down with director Christopher McQuarrie to understand the years of work that went into making those happen. Tony also visits a stunt training facility to see what he can learn himself.
Hayley Atwell on new "Mission: Impossible"
First on "CBS Mornings," actor Hayley Atwell shares what it's like to star in "Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning Part One," what it was like to train for the franchise's epic stunts and what she learned from Tom Cruise.
Tom Cruise's most dangerous stunt yet
Tom Cruise has performed another daring stunt for the "Mission: Impossible" film series. He called this one the most dangerous thing he's ever attempted. Shot in Norway, the stunt required Cruise to ride a motorcycle off a cliff and BASE jump — something he said he's wanted to do since he was a kid.
Tom Cruise just performed his most dangerous stunt yet
Cruise made more than 500 skydives and more than 13,000 motocross jumps to prepare for the "biggest stunt in cinematic history."
Tom Cruise could become first civilian spacewalker in upcoming film shoot
Tom Cruise's next mission is looking all the more possible — a studio executive says he's going to be "taking the world to space" in his upcoming film.
"Top Gun: Maverick" breaks box office record
"Top Gun: Maverick" broke the Memorial Day weekend box office record in North America, earning $156 million in the first four days. The sequel is Tom Cruise's highest domestic debut in his 40-year career. Erik Davis, managing editor of Fandango, joined Vladmir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss the film's massive opening. "Top Gun: Maverick" is distributed by Paramount Pictures, owned by Paramount Global, the parent company of CBS.
"Top Gun: Maverick" soars at box office
"Top Gun: Maverick” has earned $124 million in just three days. Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
"Top Gun" sequel offers "great glimpse" of reality of naval officers
"Top Gun: Maverick" is continuing its partnership with the U.S. Navy and could inspire yet another generation to join the armed services.
Actor Glen Powell on "Top Gun: Maverick"
Actor Glen Powell stars in "Top Gun: Maverick" as the young pilot, Hangman. He joins “CBS Mornings'' to discuss how the original "Top Gun" film made him want to be an actor, what it was like working with Tom Cruise and the intense pilot training he went through to prepare for the role.
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Iran war keeps Strait of Hormuz paralyzed and gas prices on the rise
The Iran war could escalate further as President Trump threatens to hit key oil infrastructure if Tehran doesn't drop its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz.
Kouri Richins, mom who wrote grief book, found guilty of murdering her husband
Jurors delivered their verdict Monday in the trial of Kouri Richins, a Utah mother accused of murdering her husband and later publishing a children's book about grief.
Trump urges other nations to help open Strait of Hormuz
In remarks ahead of a meeting with the Kennedy Center board of trustees, Mr. Trump provided an update on the ongoing conflict with Iran.
Judge blocks parts of RFK Jr.'s vaccine agenda, including revised schedule
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Alleged pipe bomber argues charges should be tossed under Jan. 6 pardons
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Ex-wife told 911 the Michigan synagogue attacker was "not stable" before incident
A person believed to be the ex-wife of the suspect in the attack at Michigan's Temple Israel told authorities that the suspect was "not stable" ahead of the attack, according to a 911 call obtained by CBS News Detroit.
Illinois Senate primary race is test of Pritzker's sway, Democrats' views of ICE, outside spending
The 2026 Democratic primary campaign for retiring Sen. Dick Durbin's Senate seat is largely a three-person race. Voters go to the polls Tuesday in Illinois.
Kennedy Center votes to shut down ahead of Trump-backed renovation project
The Kennedy Center's board of directors has voted to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
Cuba plans to open up to investment from nationals in U.S. amid pressure from Trump
The Cuban government is planning to allow Cuban nationals who live abroad to invest in the island, a government official told NBC News, as the country faces economic collapse and pressure from the Trump administration.
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Illinois Senate primary race is test of Pritzker's sway, Democrats' views of ICE, outside spending
The 2026 Democratic primary campaign for retiring Sen. Dick Durbin's Senate seat is largely a three-person race. Voters go to the polls Tuesday in Illinois.
Alleged pipe bomber argues charges should be tossed under Jan. 6 pardons
A man who was accused of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC on the eve of the Jan. 6 attack is arguing he is covered by President Trump's sweeping pardons of alleged Jan. 6 rioters.
Kouri Richins, mom who wrote grief book, found guilty of murdering her husband
Jurors delivered their verdict Monday in the trial of Kouri Richins, a Utah mother accused of murdering her husband and later publishing a children's book about grief.
Kennedy Center votes to shut down ahead of Trump-backed renovation project
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Trump requests delay of China trip because of Iran war
President Trump was planning to visit China at the end of March.
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Costco recalls meatloaf meal due to salmonella risk
Costco is recalling a meatloaf and potato meal kit because one of its ingredients may be contaminated with salmonella.
Hyundai stops sales of some 2026 models after a child's death
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With gas prices still rising, experts recommend 3 ways to save fuel
Small adjustments, like maintaining a steady speed while driving, can help maximize fuel efficiency, experts say.
Gas prices edge higher with Brent crude remaining above $100 per barrel
Gas prices have jumped almost 79 cents per gallon from a month ago, raising fresh inflation concerns.
The Iran war is making it harder for Fed officials to cut interest rates
Some economists think the Fed, facing inflationary pressures from rising energy prices, may not cut interest rates at all this year.
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The 2026 Democratic primary campaign for retiring Sen. Dick Durbin's Senate seat is largely a three-person race. Voters go to the polls Tuesday in Illinois.
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Kennedy Center votes to shut down ahead of Trump-backed renovation project
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Trump requests delay of China trip because of Iran war
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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.
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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
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Pakistani strike hits rehab hospital in Afghanistan, Taliban says
The Taliban in Afghanistan claim that a Pakistani military airstrike on a drug rehabilitation hospital in Kabul has killed over 400 people, but Pakistan alleges the site was a weapons depot.
Trump requests delay of China trip because of Iran war
President Trump was planning to visit China at the end of March.
Cuba plans to open up to investment from nationals in U.S. amid pressure from Trump
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Cuba begins restoring power after energy grid collapses in nationwide blackout
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2 dead, including girl, after boats carrying students capsize off Japan
Coast guard rescuers pulled all 21 people out of the water, but a 17-year-old student and the captain of one of the boats were later pronounced dead.
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Kennedy Center votes to shut down ahead of Trump-backed renovation project
The Kennedy Center's board of directors has voted to shut down operations for two years following this summer's July 4 celebrations.
Stars walk Vanity Fair Oscar Party red carpet
Oscar winners Jessie Buckley, Michael B. Jordan and other celebrities appeared on the red carpet for the Vanity Fair party after the awards show. See some of the red carpet looks.
Did "Sinners" get snubbed at the Oscars?
The 2026 Academy Awards were held in Los Angeles on Sunday. Entertainment Tonight host Kevin Frazier breaks down the winners and the biggest upsets.
Oscars 2026 best dressed
CBS News contributor Lauren Sherman breaks down some of the best looks from the 2026 Oscars, where looks from Chanel and Dior dominated the red carpet.
Lizzo announces children's book
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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
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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.
Jury deliberates in social media trial
Jury deliberations are underway in a landmark social media trial about addiction claims. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans has the details.
3 teens took part in a weeklong experiment to curb screen time. It worked.
For one week, three New Jersey high schoolers agreed not to take their phones to bed, and to try different tools to reduce screen time.
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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"
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
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In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
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Alleged pipe bomber argues charges should be tossed under Jan. 6 pardons
A man who was accused of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC on the eve of the Jan. 6 attack is arguing he is covered by President Trump's sweeping pardons of alleged Jan. 6 rioters.
Kouri Richins convicted of murdering husband
A jury on Monday found Kouri Richins, a Utah mom who wrote about grief, guilty of murder in the fatal poisoning of her husband. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
Kouri Richins, mom who wrote grief book, found guilty of murdering her husband
Jurors delivered their verdict Monday in the trial of Kouri Richins, a Utah mother accused of murdering her husband and later publishing a children's book about grief.
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Kouri Richins convicted of murdering husband
A jury on Monday found Kouri Richins, a Utah mom who wrote about grief, guilty of murder in the fatal poisoning of her husband. CBS News reporter Andres Gutierrez has more.
3/16: The Takeout with Major Garrett
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An Oscar for a film meant to make us feel again
For years, CBS News' own Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp documented the bedrooms of children killed in school shootings. The resulting film, "All the Empty Rooms," just won an Oscar. Tony Dokoupil has more.
Tips for braving airport chaos this spring break
With the spring and summer travel seasons on the horizon, many are wondering how worried to be about long security lines at the airport. Brian Kelly, founder of The Points Guy website, joins to discuss.
Iran strikes U.S. oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz
Since the start of the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran just over two weeks ago, 500 tankers have been stuck by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. Imtiaz Tyab reports.