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Two cryptocurrency investors have been indicted in the alleged kidnapping and torture of an Italian tourist in New York City. The disturbing case comes on the heels of a series of kidnappings targeting crypto magnates in Europe.
For 20 years, the band OK Go has been known for their elaborate music videos. Their latest video for "Love," a mirror-themed masterpiece, was released last month, along with the band's fifth studio album, "And The Adjacent Possible." From that album, here is OK Go with "A Stone Only Rolls Downhill."
For 20 years, the band OK Go has been known for their elaborate music videos. Their latest video for "Love," a mirror-themed masterpiece, was released last month, along with the band's fifth studio album, "And The Adjacent Possible." Here is OK Go with "The One Moment."
For 20 years, the band OK Go has been known for their elaborate music videos. Their latest video for "Love," a mirror-themed masterpiece, was released last month, along with the band's fifth studio album, "And The Adjacent Possible." From that album, here is OK Go with "Love."
For 20 years, the band OK Go has been known for their elaborate music videos. Their latest video for "Love," a mirror-themed masterpiece, was released last month, along with the band's fifth studio album. The band took Michelle Miller behind the scenes of the new release.
An island off the coast of Australia has become a beloved tourist destination due to its adorable resident. Quokkas are small marsupials and are an endangered species, but efforts to conserve them are going well — thanks, in part, to how photogenic they are.
The Middle Eastern restaurant Baba's Pantry opened in 2021, immediately earning accolades with Kansas City diners and tastemakers from around the country. Bon Appétit even deemed it one of the country's best restaurants. Michelle Miller visits an American success story that uses a village to get it all done.
The U.S. is dog-obsessed, and social media star The Dogist has tapped into that love, garnering millions of followers for his candid photos of pups around the world. Elias Weiss Friedman, the photographer behind the account, sat down with Dana Jacobson to talk about his new book and how he was catapulted to online fame.
The highly anticipated Champions League final will kick off between Paris Saint Germain and Inter Milan today. The game, broadcast here on CBS, is one of the most-watched soccer matches in the U.S. The match is in Munich, but fans across America are gearing up to tune in.
Some colleges are turning to classic tactics to try to keep A.I. out of the classroom. Sales of lined composition test books — known as "blue books" — which students used to use to handwrite essays and answers on exams, are on the rise, the Wall Street Journal reported. Here's how schools are trying to tackle the exploding use of A.I.
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A law signed by President Trump earlier this month could help fight "sextortion" schemes online. The FBI says at least 20 teens in the U.S. have taken their lives because of the scam since 2021. One Kentucky family has been fighting for change, saying they never want anyone to experience the tragic loss they've suffered.
Israel's defense minister has warned Hamas must accept the terms of a U.S.-backed proposal for a Gaza ceasefire "or be annihilated." Hamas is reportedly negotiating amendments to the proposal. The threat came hours after President Trump said both sides are close to an agreement.
Grant Hardin, a former police chief who was convicted of rape and murder, escaped from an Arkansas prison nearly a week ago. A massive manhunt is continuing to find the man nicknamed "Devil in the Ozarks" and take him back into custody.
Hours after Elon Musk's farewell ceremony in the Oval Office, a U.S. appeals court denied the Trump administration's request to resume mass firings of federal employees. Meanwhile, President Trump returned to a key battleground state for a rally after declaring new steel tariffs and announcing a deal with Japan's Nippon Steel.
Indie pop quartet Lucius makes a return visit to Saturday Sessions. The group, led by Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, recently released their fifth studio album. The self-titled recording goes back to their musical roots. From "Lucius," here is Lucius with "Gold Rush."
Elijah Heacock's parents had never heard of sextortion before their son died by suicide. Now, they're fighting to protect other families.
Despite a staffing shortage, Minneapolis police chief Brian O'Hara says he is determined to build trust between police and the community.
A maternity suite called Three Little Pitties near Houston doesn't treat the patients you would expect.
Geoffrey Hinton, Nobel Prize winner and leading AI figure, warns that artificial intelligence could threaten humanity's future.
Young survivors shared their stories of surviving Hamas' terror attack in "The Children of October 7," soon streaming on Paramount+.
Bees play a key role in the U.S. food supply, and the mass deaths could jeopardize that.
Oak Hill, built by enslaved people more than 200 years ago, is the only home belonging to our earliest presidents that still remains in private hands.
Scientists have determined that at least six new aquatic species have been thriving under an Antarctic ice shelf.
As The Sims celebrates its 25th anniversary, its legacy is undeniable.
The new Frosty flavor will be available at Wendy's locations beginning in late February.
For 20 years, the band OK Go has been known for their elaborate music videos. Their latest video for "Love," a mirror-themed masterpiece, was released last month, along with the band's fifth studio album, "And The Adjacent Possible." From that album, here is OK Go with "A Stone Only Rolls Downhill."
For 20 years, the band OK Go has been known for their elaborate music videos. Their latest video for "Love," a mirror-themed masterpiece, was released last month, along with the band's fifth studio album, "And The Adjacent Possible." Here is OK Go with "The One Moment."
For 20 years, the band OK Go has been known for their elaborate music videos. Their latest video for "Love," a mirror-themed masterpiece, was released last month, along with the band's fifth studio album, "And The Adjacent Possible." From that album, here is OK Go with "Love."
Indie pop quartet Lucius makes a return visit to Saturday Sessions. The group, led by Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, recently released their fifth studio album. The self-titled recording goes back to their musical roots. From "Lucius," here is Lucius with "Gold Rush."
Indie pop quartet Lucius makes a return visit to Saturday Sessions. The group, led by Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, recently released their fifth studio album. The self-titled recording goes back to their musical roots. From "Lucius," here is Lucius with "Mad Love."
Indie pop quartet Lucius makes a return visit to Saturday Sessions. The group, led by Jess Wolfe and Holly Laessig, recently released their fifth studio album. The self-titled recording goes back to their musical roots. From "Lucius," here is Lucius with "Final Days."
Raised in Santa Monica, California, Jensen McRae started playing piano at the age of 7, and later graduated from USC's Thornton School of Music. Inspired by Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman, her 2022 debut earned critical acclaim, and her live shows and strong social media presence have put her on the map. Here is Jensen McRae with "I Don't Do Drugs."
Raised in Santa Monica, California, Jensen McRae started playing piano at the age of 7, and later graduated from USC's Thornton School of Music. Inspired by Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman, her 2022 debut earned critical acclaim, and her live shows and strong social media presence have put her on the map. Here is Jensen McRae with "Let Me Be Wrong."
Raised in Santa Monica, California, Jensen McRae started playing piano at the age of 7, and later graduated from USC's Thornton School of Music. Inspired by Joni Mitchell and Tracy Chapman, her 2022 debut earned critical acclaim, and her live shows and strong social media presence have put her on the map. Here is Jensen McRae with "Praying for Your Downfall."
Tune-Yards, the Oakland-based project of musicians Merrill Garbus and Nate Brenner, is making a return visit to CBS Saturday Morning. The project started small, with homemade tracks on a hand-held voice recorder, before soaring to worldwide fame with their 2011 album "Whokill." The duo, now married, have been captivating fans and critics ever since. On May 16, they are set to release new album "Better Dreaming." From that new album, here is Tune-Yards with "How Big Is The Rainbow."
The Head and the Heart started out as friends playing open mic nights together, but they became a sensation when their self-titled debut took off in 2009. Since then, they have earned a reputation as a must-see live act. Yesterday, the band dropped their sixth album, which is already being praised as a heartfelt return to their roots. In a return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is The Head and the Heart with "After The Setting Sun."
The Head and the Heart started out as friends playing open mic nights together, but they became a sensation when their self-titled debut took off in 2009. Since then, they have earned a reputation as a must-see live act. Yesterday, the band dropped their sixth album, which is already being praised as a heartfelt return to their roots. In a return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is The Head and the Heart with "Time With My Sins."
The Head and the Heart started out as friends playing open mic nights together, but they became a sensation when their self-titled debut took off in 2009. Since then, they have earned a reputation as a must-see live act. Yesterday, the band dropped their sixth album, which is already being praised as a heartfelt return to their roots. In a return visit to Saturday Sessions, here is The Head and the Heart with "Arrow."
The Middle Eastern restaurant Baba's Pantry opened in 2021, immediately earning accolades with Kansas City diners and tastemakers from around the country. Bon Appétit even deemed it one of the country's best restaurants. Michelle Miller visits an American success story that uses a village to get it all done.
Steven Raichlen has written more than 30 cookbooks, including "The Barbecue Bible," a comprehensive guide to grilling. He has earned five James Beard Awards for his work. Now, he's taking a look at a new, versatile method of grilling.
Masala y Maíz, a Mexico City hotspot crafted by a husband and wife duo, is aiming to redefine the restaurant industry. Norma Listman and Saqib Keval blend Indian, Mexican and East African influences to create unexpected flavors.
It's been nearly a decade since Jenn Saesue and Chat Suansilphong opened Fish Cheeks, an authentic Thai restaurant, in New York City. Next week, their hospitality group will open a second location. Dana Jacobson sat down for a delicious preview.
Anglo Thai is London's only Michelin-starred Thai restaurant. Chef John Chantarasak has drawn on his family history to create an award-winning culintary experience and put a unique spin on Thai food.
Fany Gerson, a James Beard semi-finalist this year for outstanding bakery, says her unique and crave-worthy donuts are pastries with a purpose. Gerson mixes cultures with every bite, creating unique flavors. Her attention to the traditions and details of the past started more than a decade ago. Dana Jacobson has more on her story.
Oakland-based chef Crystal Wahpepah has dedicated herself to preserving and sharing traditional Native American fare. Re-establishing forgotten food systems and reclaiming Native American food sovereignty are key goals for the James Beard finalist. Her restaurant, Wahpepah's Kitchen, is one of the first dedicated to serving Indigenous foods.
Los Angeles restaurant Budonoki has been recognized by multiple publications as one of the best new restaurants in the nation. The Japanese-style tavern, called an izakaya, is the brainchild of Josh Hartley, Eric Bedroussian and Chef Dan Rabilwongse. Since opening, it's become a neighborhood hotspot, known for its hip vibe, playful menu and killer drinks.
We meet three pastry chefs whose sweet creations are winning over hearts and appetites. We meet a self-taught baker in Baltimore and visit a patisserie bringing a taste of Paris to Brooklyn. Watch these stories and more on "The Dish."
Tucked away in an eclectic Phoenix motel, chef Lawrence Smith's Chilte is serving up soul food of the Southwest. The menu is inspired by his family, setting diners up for a memorable meal, only enhanced by the unusual way Smith runs his kitchen.
We talk about tacos and the restaurants that bring the mouthwatering cuisine to life. We meet the first-ever taco editor for Texas Monthly magazine, as well as the founder of one of the fastest-growing restaurants in the country, Tacombi. Watch these stories and more on "The Dish."
Once-iconic New York City restaurant The View is reopening after a five-year hiatus. Danny Meyer, one of America's best-known restaurateurs, is giving the establishment a boost. It's a development Meyer said he never expected.
We're exploring Manhattan's culinary scene as we meet three chefs blending different flavors and cultures, from a chef crafting fusion dishes to a duo who is serving up a whole new era of fine dining. Watch these stories and more on "The Dish."
Federal prosecutors charged a Southern California man with threatening to kill President Trump after last year's election.
In April, the Trump administration gave 68 plants a two-year exemption from complying with federal regulations intended to lower mercury emissions, a powerful toxin that can affect the brain.
Sen. Jeanne Shaheen's husband, William Shaheen, had been briefly trailed by an air marshal.
The "ice battery" system freezes water at night when the cost of electricity is low. Then, during the day, when the price is high, the building is cooled with the previous night's ice instead of using expensive electricity.
The resignation follows an order by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to change the agency's guidance.
McDonald's iconic Snack Wrap is returning to the fast-food chain's menu on July 10.
Alaska Airlines plans to expand service to a dozen global destinations over the next several years, starting with this European capital.
Experts share tips on how to reduce your electricity bill.
The Trump administration last month started garnishing paychecks and Social Security benefits to collect defaulted loans.
U.S. economic growth is likely to "slow markedly" this year and next, due to tariffs and uncertainty under the Trump administration.
The Secret Service said somebody "scaled a perimeter fence" at President Trump's Florida club early Tuesday morning.
Federal prosecutors charged a Southern California man with threatening to kill President Trump after last year's election.
Sen. Jeanne Shaheen's husband, William Shaheen, had been briefly trailed by an air marshal.
The package would cancel $9.4 billion in funding that Congress previously appropriated for NPR, PBS and USAID.
Days after a transgender high school athlete won two California track events, the Trump administration is threatening legal action.
The resignation follows an order by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to change the agency's guidance.
The norovirus strain GII.17 may have disrupted the seasonal pattern of outbreaks.
President Trump's domestic policy legislation the House advanced in May includes a substantial rollback of the Affordable Care Act.
The active ingredient in Pepto Bismol, bismuth subsalicylate, may not help with prevention of diarrhea while traveling, a study found.
Of the 2,066 counties the study looked at, 78% saw a decline in MMR vaccination rates. But rates can vary substantially within a state.
Officials released an image of the slain officers' charred patrol vehicle after being completely engulfed in flames on a roadway.
Moving Greenland to U.S. Northern Command, which is in charge of defending the homeland, is a symbolic statement.
Madeleine McCann vanished from her family's vacation home in Portugal almost two decades ago. A new search is underway near a cottage previously used by the sole suspect.
South Korea's voters cast their ballots in a snap presidential election sparked by the impeachment of Yoon Suk Yeol.
Convicted drug smugglers in Indonesia are sometimes executed by firing squad.
Documentaries and fiction films centered on musical artists dominate NYC's 2025 Tribeca Festival, with films devoted to Billy Joel, Miley Cyrus, Metallica, Billy Idol, Boy George and more.
Already the most Tony-nominated actor of all time, Audra McDonald could become the winningest performer ever if she takes home her seventh Tony Award this Sunday for her role as Mama Rose. She spoke to Gayle King about her journey.
Audra McDonald role in "Gypsy" marks a new milestone in a record-setting career that continues to redefine what's possible.
Jonathan Joss was known for lending his voice to the role of John Redcorn in the animated sitcom "King of the Hill."
Walt Disney Co. confirmed it is laying off several hundred employees as part of a cost-cutting measure.
Meta has signed a 20-year agreement to buy nuclear power from Constellation Energy, joining the growing list of tech giants turning to nuclear energy to meet the demands of artificial intelligence. Bloomberg News tech reporter Riley Griffin has more.
A Blue Origin sub-orbital spacecraft successfully rocketed to an altitude more than 60 miles above the Earth Saturday with a crew of six. After separating from its booster, the capsule touched down in the West Texas desert about 10 minutes after liftoff.
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.
Some colleges are turning to classic tactics to try to keep A.I. out of the classroom. Sales of lined composition test books — known as "blue books" — which students used to use to handwrite essays and answers on exams, are on the rise, the Wall Street Journal reported. Here's how schools are trying to tackle the exploding use of A.I.
Google and the Justice Department are set to begin closing arguments in the historic antitrust case that started nine months ago when a federal judge ruled Google has a monopoly over the search engine market. CBS News' Jake Rosen has the latest updates.
U.S. astronomers hunting for "Planet Nine" have instead stumbled on what appears to be a new dwarf planet in the solar system's outer reaches.
Get ready for several years of even more record-breaking heat that pushes Earth to more deadly, fiery and uncomfortable extremes, two of the world's top weather agencies forecast.
With the 2025 hurricane season starting June 1, NOAA forecasters announced their prediction for how many tropical storms and hurricanes to expect this year.
Slope streaks once believed to be signs of water on Mars might really be signs of rockfall and high winds, a new study says.
Baby KJ Muldoon was born with a rare genetic condition that is often fatal, but doctors used custom CRISPR gene therapy to target the exact mutation in his DNA. His family shares their emotional journey in their first TV interview with CBS News.
The family of the man charged with attacking a group of pro-Israeli demonstrators in Boulder, Colorado, on Sunday has been taken into Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody, according to Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. CBS News immigration and politics reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
The Justice Department is working to fight a growing number of sextortion cases which have quintupled over the last five years. CBS News justice correspondent Scott MacFarlane reports.
Jurors in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy trial heard from a man Tuesday who worked at the Los Angeles hotel where Combs was seen on video attacking his then-girlfriend Cassie Ventura.
Robert Milgrim, the father of Sarah Milgrim, who was fatally shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. last month, told CBS News that he's "a different person now than before this happened." Milgrim's family spoke with CBS News for their first network TV interview, airing Wednesday on "CBS Mornings" and "CBS Evening News."
A Washington state father is wanted for murder after his three young daughters were reported missing and then found dead.
The northern lights — also called aurora borealis — could be visible in Alaska, Washington, Montana, North Dakota, Minnesota, Michigan, Maine, northern parts of Idaho, Wyoming, Iowa, New York, Vermont and New Hampshire.
President Trump withdrew his nomination for Jaren Isaacman, an Elon Musk ally, to lead NASA. Mr. Trump said he would soon announce a new nominee. CBS News' Weijia Jiang has the latest.
Billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman, who has close ties to Elon Musk, was President Trump's pick to serve as NASA administrator.
It was Blue Origin's 12th flight carrying passengers to the edge of space and back since company founder Jeff Bezos flew the first such crewed mission in 2021.
On Friday, SpaceX launched an advanced GPS satellite into medium-Earth orbit. SpaceX experienced some launch hiccups earlier this week and the Federal Aviation Administration is calling for an investigation. Micah Maidenberg, a space reporter for the Wall Street Journal, joins "The Daily Report" with more. Plus, Starliner astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams reflect on their unexpected nine-month stay on the International Space Station.
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.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Protests against the Trump administration took place across the U.S. Saturday. The demonstrations were held to mark the 250th anniversary of the start of the Revolutionary War.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were a dozen or more people who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense
President Trump is easing regulations that were designed to protect the environment, with his EPA administrator saying they're a burden on industry. In tonight's "Eye On America," David Schecter looks at the impact of this in Houston, branded by the American Lung Association as one of the most polluted cities in the nation.
FBI records reviewed by CBS News show a spike in reports of sextortion since 2019 and a surge in cases targeting teen boys. Scott MacFarlane reports.
A massive plume of Saharan dust is covering the Caribbean and is making its way toward the southern U.S. While it is bad for air quality, it prevents major storms and hurricanes from developing. CBS News' Karen Hua has more details.
The Trump administration is threatening California with fines and legal action after a transgender athlete competed in girls' track and field events at a state competition. CBS News correspondent Elise Preston has more.
According to data from research nonprofit Climate Central, heat has accounted for nearly half of weather-related power outages in the U.S. between 2000 and 2023. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter visited a New York City building that relies on ice to keep the temperature down.