Dozens arrested at UPenn protests
Police moved to dismantle a pro-Palestinian encampment at the University of Pennsylvania, arresting dozens of demonstrators who refused to clear the area. CBS News Philadelphia reporter Josh Sanders has more.
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Trailblazer behind Philly's art museum was also Penn's 1st Black architecture grad
Prolific architect and University of Pennsylvania alum Julian Abele did the floor plans for the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Penn appoints Dr. J. Larry Jameson as interim president of university
University of Pennsylvania's Board of Trustees has unanimously approved the motion to appoint Dr. J. Larry Jameson as interim president of the university, replacing former Penn president Liz Magill.
More university fallout over antisemitism
Over the weekend, the University of Pennsylvania's president, Liz Magill, resigned following backlash over her answers during a congressional hearing on antisemitism. Now, the presidents from MIT and Harvard are facing growing calls for them to also step down. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
UPenn president resigns
University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill resigned Saturday following criticism of her responses during a congressional hearing on antisemitism on college campuses. The university has named a new interim leader for its board of trustees after the board chair also resigned. Nikole Killion has the latest.
Penn president, board chair resign after controversial congressional hearing on antisemitism
Liz Magill came under fire this week after a hearing in Congress where university presidents were asked about antisemitism on college campuses.
University presidents face backlash
Politicians, donors and business leaders are speaking out about remarks made by the heads of Harvard, MIT and the University of Pennsylvania during a congressional hearing about antisemitism and Islamophobia on campuses. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion is following the developments from Washington D.C.
University presidents facing backlash
Three university presidents from MIT, Harvard and the University of Pennsylvania are facing increasing backlash following their testimonies in front of Congress, with growing calls for them to resign. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane reports from Capitol Hill.
University presidents face backlash over hearing
University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill is facing calls to resign over her testimony during a congressional hearing on antisemitism earlier this week. The House Education and Workforce Committee announced Thursday it is launching an investigation into UPenn, MIT and Harvard, with House GOP Conference Chair Elise Stefanik calling their presidents' testimony "pathetic and morally bankrupt." Nikole Killion has more.
Students protest UPenn President Liz Magill after comments at hearing on antisemitism
Magill is facing an uproar over her comments at a congressional hearing on antisemitism earlier this week.
College leaders on antisemitism, Islamophobia
Three university presidents are testifying before a House committee Tuesday on the rise of antisemitism and Islamophobia on campus as students across the U.S. express their sentiments on the Israel-Hamas war. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports on the Capitol Hill hearings.
College presidents face tough questions from Congress over antisemitism on campus
Colleges and universities have been criticized for their handling of antisemitic incidents since the Oct. 7 terrorist attack by Hamas on Israel.
More Biden documents marked classified found
CBS News has learned that more documents marked classified from President Biden's tenure as vice president were discovered in at least one additional location. The revelation follows the initial discovery of roughly 10 classified documents in November at the Penn Biden Center. Adriana Diaz reports.
Housing insecurity becoming a crisis
Black women are evicted more than any other group in the U.S., and housing insecurity is becoming a growing crisis. Akira Drake Rodriguez, assistant professor of city and regional planning at the University of Pennsylvania, joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero to discuss the issue.
Making waves: The debate over trans athletes
University of Pennsylvania swimmer Lia Thomas, a transgender woman, has smashed Ivy League records in the pool since switching from the men's team to the women's. Her winning streak has reignited a fierce debate: do trans women have an unfair biological advantage in sports? And are competitive fairness and trans inclusivity mutually exclusive? With 22 states recently introducing bills that would ban trans women and girls from sports, correspondent Lee Cowan talks to advocates and experts on both sides of this contentious issue.
Report: Pandemic apathy may be defined as "languishing"
Health experts are using the term "languishing" to define feelings of emptiness and stagnation caused by the coronavirus pandemic. They say it's important to recognize the emotion and talk about it before it becomes a more severe mental health issue. Adam Grant, author and organizational psychologist at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to explain.
Dogs trained to sniff out coronavirus cases
Ivy League researchers are hopeful dogs can sniff out the coronavirus. Chip Reid reports.
UPenn's head of mental health services dies by suicide
Dr. Gregory Eells, 52, died due to multiple blunt impact injuries, the Philadelphia Department of Health confirmed
How to stand out when applying to colleges
In our School Matters series, we're taking a look at the price of college admission – especially when you play by the rules
How to stand out when applying to college
This week in our School Matters series, we are focusing on the price of college admission, especially when you play by the rules. Many high school seniors and their parents are waiting for decisions from admissions offices. Admissions Revolution founder Sara Harberson, former associate dean of admissions at the University of Pennsylvania and former dean of admissions and financial aid at Franklin & Marshall College, joins "CBS This Morning" to offer college counseling advice.
Biden stays mum on 2020 plans at University of Pennsylvania event
Biden said Vice President Mike Pence's recent chilly reception at a global security conference was an indication "the United States cannot be counted on any longer"
Report: Harvard didn't consider Elizabeth Warren as Native American
The Boston Globe examined documents and spoke with 31 law school professors who worked there in the 1990s
UPenn accused of ignoring student’s cries for help before her suicide
Two years ago, Olivia Kong climbed down to subway tracks in Philadelphia and was hit by an oncoming train
Using mindfulness to recapture your focus
As part of our new series exploring technology's impact on our ability to focus, "CBS This Morning" co-host John Dickerson sits down with Dr. Michael Baime, director of University of Pennsylvania's mindfulness program, to discuss what devices are doing to our brain and how kids' relationship with technology differs from adults.
Ahead of memo release, Adam Schiff calls on Devin Nunes to step aside in Russia probe
Schiff said, "I think we need someone credible leading the investigation"
House GOP regroups with hours to go before a government shutdown
House Republicans are set to meet on Capitol Hill after Thursday's failed vote on a government funding and debt ceiling bill.
Delphi double murderer Richard Allen sentenced to 130 years in prison
An Indiana jury has convicted Allen in the murders of 14-year-old Liberty "Libby" German and 13-year-old Abigail "Abby" Williams who had vanished during a hike in Delphi in 2017.
Holiday travel record predicted as government shutdown looms
More than 119 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home between Saturday and New Year's Day, which would top the previous holiday-season high set in 2019, according to AAA.
Biden's top hostage envoy in Syria to ask for help in finding Austin Tice
Hostage envoy Roger Carstens is in Syria making the first known in-person U.S. in-person contact with the caretaker government and seeking help in finding missing American Austin Tice.
7-year-old killed, 6 wounded in stabbing attack at Croatia school
A 7-year-old girl was killed and at least five other students and a teacher were wounded in a knife attack at a school in Croatia, police said.
How Trump could undo portions of Biden's climate legacy
Biden's most recent climate initiatives are all but certain to be short-lived, mostly thanks to an obscure law that tends to come into play every four years.
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.
Planned Starbucks strike in 3 cities could spread nationwide
Workers at Starbucks stores in three cities plan to go on a five-day strike that could spread nationwide.
Hip-hop star reportedly shot dead in parking garage in Sweden
In a video, seemingly filmed with a camera worn by the shooter, a person carrying a handgun can be seen firing multiple shots in a parking garage.
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Will it snow on Christmas? Maps show weather forecasts for 2024
Dreaming of a white Christmas? Dream on. Only a few areas of the U.S. are likely to see snow in the weather forecast for Christmas 2024.
Tyler Perry and Kerry Washington on bringing "Six Triple Eight" to the big screen
Tyler Perry and Kerry Washington team up for a new World War II film, "Six Triple Eight," shedding light on the 6888th Postal Battalion.
Here's what to know about Medicare's new $2,000 prescription drug cap
Millions of Medicare enrollees are likely to see relief in 2025 when a $2,000 cap on out-of-pocket prescription drug-spending goes into effect.
Holiday travel record predicted as government shutdown looms
More than 119 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home between Saturday and New Year's Day, which would top the previous holiday-season high set in 2019, according to AAA.
JonBenét Ramsey murder: The ransom note and other evidence
A closer look at what police found at the Ramsey family's Boulder, Colorado, home following the murder of their 6-year-old daughter JonBenét.
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Here's what to know about Medicare's new $2,000 prescription drug cap
Millions of Medicare enrollees are likely to see relief in 2025 when a $2,000 cap on out-of-pocket prescription drug-spending goes into effect.
Holiday travel record predicted as government shutdown looms
More than 119 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home between Saturday and New Year's Day, which would top the previous holiday-season high set in 2019, according to AAA.
Biden issues likely last round of student debt forgiveness before leaving office
The Biden administration is canceling federal student loans for another 55,000 workers to the tune of $4.28 billion in what's expected to be the last such round before he leaves office.
Looking for a home in 2025? Check out these 10 housing hotspots.
House-hunters may want to zero in on these hot housing markets next year, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Planned Starbucks strike in 3 cities could spread nationwide
Workers at Starbucks stores in three cities plan to go on a five-day strike that could spread nationwide.
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Biden issues likely last round of student debt forgiveness before leaving office
The Biden administration is canceling federal student loans for another 55,000 workers to the tune of $4.28 billion in what's expected to be the last such round before he leaves office.
How Trump could undo portions of Biden's climate legacy
Biden's most recent climate initiatives are all but certain to be short-lived, mostly thanks to an obscure law that tends to come into play every four years.
Biden's top hostage envoy in Syria to ask for help in finding Austin Tice
Hostage envoy Roger Carstens is in Syria making the first known in-person U.S. in-person contact with the caretaker government and seeking help in finding missing American Austin Tice.
Deportations by ICE jumped to 10-year high in 2024, surpassing Trump-era peak
ICE deported more than a quarter-million unauthorized immigrants in fiscal year 2024, the highest tally in a decade.
Cuomo sues woman who accused him of sexual harassment for defamation
Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo filed a lawsuit Thursday against a former aide, Charlotte Bennett, who alleged he sexually harassed her in 2020.
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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.
Frito-Lay recalls some Lay's chips over "life-threatening" allergy risk
Some 13 oz. bags of Lay's Classic Potato Chips may contain an undeclared allergen, according to the snack company.
"Sleepmaxxing" trend has young adults optimizing their sleep
Sleep optimization, or "sleepmaxxing," is a popular trend among a younger demographic, but experts share a few words of caution.
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Hip-hop star reportedly shot dead in parking garage in Sweden
In a video, seemingly filmed with a camera worn by the shooter, a person carrying a handgun can be seen firing multiple shots in a parking garage.
7 killed in prison riot as officers try to transfer 2 dangerous inmates
One of the inmates with a gun held out for about three hours, protected by 20 fellow prisoners, officials said.
7-year-old killed, 6 other people wounded in stabbing attack at Croatia school
A 7-year-old girl was killed and at least five other students and a teacher were wounded in a knife attack at a school in Croatia, police said.
Malaysia agrees to launch new search for missing MH370 plane
The Boeing 777 carrying 239 people disappeared from radar screens on March 8, 2014 while en route from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing.
Two journalists killed in northern Syria
A journalists' association says two journalists working for Kurdish media outlets were killed in Syria while covering fighting between Turkish-backed fighters and Syrian Kurdish militia.
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The untold WWII story of "Six Triple Eight"
Tyler Perry and Kerry Washington team up on the film "Six Triple Eight," spotlighting the only all-Black women's battalion in Europe during WWII. Washington stars as Charity Adams, the highest-ranking Black female officer.
Alicia Keys surprises students at her former high school
The 16-time Grammy winner returned to the Professional Performing Arts School in New York, where she first began her career, and shares advice with current students.
Quirky Guinness World Records of 2024 include a skateboarding cat
As 2024 comes to a close, we took a look at some of the oddest Guinness World Records of the year.
Apollo Theater honored by Kennedy Center
For 90 years, the Apollo Theater has shaped American culture, launching icons like James Brown and Aretha Franklin. This year, it became the first institution honored by the Kennedy Center, cementing its legacy as a hub of innovation.
Alicia Keys surprises students at alma mater
Sixteen-time Grammy winner Alicia Keys celebrates her Broadway musical "Hell's Kitchen" earning a Grammy nomination for Best Musical Theater Album. In an exclusive interview, she revisits her alma mater to honor the teacher who inspired her and surprises students.
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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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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.
"Murder hornets" eradicated in the U.S., agriculture officials say
Giant hornets, dubbed "murder hornets," have been eradicated in the U.S., five years after the invasive species was first detected in Washington state.
Coal use hitting record in 2024, which is likely hottest year yet, report says
World coal use is set to reach an all-time high in 2024, the International Energy Agency says, in a year all but certain to be the hottest in recorded history.
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Mangione's Thursday federal court appearance
Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, appeared in federal court Thursday after waiving extradition in Pennsylvania and being transported back to New York. CBS News' Anna Schecter has more.
Hip-hop star reportedly shot dead in parking garage in Sweden
In a video, seemingly filmed with a camera worn by the shooter, a person carrying a handgun can be seen firing multiple shots in a parking garage.
Allen gets 130 years for Delphi murders
Richard Allen, the man convicted of killing teenage girls Abigail Williams and Liberty German in Delphi, Indiana, has been sentenced to 130 years in prison for the 2017 murders.
JonBenét Ramsey murder: The ransom note and other evidence
A closer look at what police found at the Ramsey family's Boulder, Colorado, home following the murder of their 6-year-old daughter JonBenét.
JonBenét Ramsey's dad shares details on case
"48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty speaks with John Ramsey to discuss the ongoing investigation into the murder of his 6-year-old daughter JonBenét in December 1996. Nearly 28 years later, Ramsey says he believes the case can be solved "if the police take advantage of all the technology" available to them.
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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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Government shutdown travel concerns
Millions of Americans hoping to travel for the holidays may encounter a snag at TSA stops across U.S. airports if the government shuts down. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports from Atlanta. Also, CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch breaks down the latest weather forecast for travelers.
Hours left to prevent government shutdown
There are just a few hours left before the deadline to avert a government shutdown. This comes after President-elect Donald Trump spoke out against House Speaker Mike Johnson's bipartisan spending bill. Siobhan Hughes, a congressional reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with more.
The significance of U.S. officials in Syria
U.S. diplomats are meeting with Syria's new leaders as they work to locate missing American Austin Tice. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab has more.
The Iron River | Sunday on 60 Minutes
Up to half a million U.S. firearms are smuggled into Mexico each year. Now, Mexico is suing American gun manufacturers and dealers to curb the flow. Sunday.
Ritchie Boys | 60 Minutes Archive
The Ritchie Boys were a secret U.S. intelligence unit who fought in World War II. Many were German-born Jews who fled their homeland before being sent back to Europe to fight Nazism. Jon Wertheim shared their little-known story in 2022.