Pope calls for "sufficient humanitarian aid" and end of war in Gaza
Pope Leo XIV says the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, "the heartbreaking price of which is paid by children, the elderly, the sick," must end and food must be allowed in.
Pope Leo XIV: The First American Pope
Vance meets Pope Leo XIV at Vatican, gives him a Chicago Bears jersey
Vice President JD Vance gifted Pope Leo XIV a Chicago Bears jersey as they met at the Vatican, amid a push by the White House for a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire.
Pope Leo XIV calls for unity in inaugural Mass at the Vatican
Pope Leo XIV officially opened his pontificate by taking his first popemobile tour through the piazza near St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.
Pope Leo XIV takes helm of Catholic Church amid a priest shortage in the U.S.
Between 1970 and 2024, the number of Catholic priests fell by more than 40% in the U.S.
Pope Leo XIV says free speech is a "precious gift"
Pope Leo XIV called for journalists to use words of peace, to reject war and to give a voice to the voiceless.
The papacy of Leo XIV begins
Robert Prevost, a tennis-loving, Wordle-playing White Sox fan from Chicago, is now leader of the world's nearly 1.5 billion Catholics. Vatican observers describe what the election of Leo XIV, the first pope from America, means for the faithful, and the world.
Pope Leo XIV in first Sunday blessing calls for peace: "Never again war"
Pope Leo, the first U.S.-born pope, will be inaugurated at a mass in St. Peter's Square next week.
Pope Leo XIV's New Orleans Creole lineage has city buzzing with excitement
While Pope Leo XIV was born in Chicago, Illinois, records show that his family lineage has deep roots in Louisiana.
Brother says Pope Leo XIV always "had that calling"
Louis Prevost told CBS News that he was "mind blown" after finding out the news that his brother was now Pope Leo XIV.
Pope Leo's brother recalls moment the pontiff was named: "Maybe I'm dreaming"
John Prevost told "CBS Mornings" he found out his brother was the next pope with everyone else – after hearing his name announced on the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica on TV.
Pope Leo XIV to be formally installed as pontiff during May 18 Mass
Pope Leo XVI, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, held the first Mass of his papacy in the Sistine Chapel on Friday morning, but that service was not open to the public.
What's Pope Leo XIV doing on his first full day as pontiff?
Pope Leo XIV gave a homily at a Mass a day after he was chosen to lead the Catholic Church. Here's what the new pontiff said, and what he's up to in the coming days.
What Pope Leo XIV has posted on social media about politics, Trump administration
Hints as to what postures Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, might take on some of the most controversial issues roiling the U.S. may come from his recent activity on social media.
Pope Leo XIV voted in 2024 U.S. election — here's which primaries he's voted in
The new pope, formerly Robert F. Prevost, has a mixed voting history, casting ballots in both GOP and Democratic primaries.
Chicago students who held mock conclave overjoyed with hometown pope
The students of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Academy, who earlier this week held a mock conclave, were overjoyed Thursday when Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost was elected the new pope.
Read Pope Leo XIV's first address
The themes of Pope Leo XIV's speech seemed to suggest he would have continuity with his predecessor Pope Francis.
New Pope Leo XIV honored by Trump: "What excitement"
Robert Francis Prevost, who was born in Chicago and attended Villanova University, was elected as the new pope on Thursday and chose Leo XIV as his papal name.
Who is the new pope? American Cardinal Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV
The 2025 papal conclave at the Vatican ended with the election of American-born Cardinal Robert Prevost as Pope Leo XIV. Here's what to know about him.
New pope chooses Leo as his papal name. Here's what to know.
The pope's name helps indicate what direction he wants to take the church.
American Cardinal Robert Prevost chosen as new pope
On the second day of the conclave at the Vatican, the cardinal electors chose Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost as the new pope, Leo XIV.
Cardinal Prevost becomes Pope Leo XIV
Chicago-born Cardinal Robert Prevost, who will take the name Pope Leo XIV, was elected as the new leader of the Catholic Church. Leo, 69, was chosen on Day 2 of the papal conclave and is the first pontiff ever from the United States. Norah O'Donnell and Maurice DuBois anchored a CBS News special report.
How U.S. Catholics see the role of the Church and the pope in their lives — CBS News poll
A majority of Catholics look to the Pope and the Church's teachings for difficult moral questions.
Americans visiting Rome describe what they want in next pope
American Catholics who traveled to Rome spoke to "CBS Mornings" about what they want the next pope to represent as they prepare to witness history.
2025 conclave delivers first ever pope from U.S.
A U.S. bishop thought it was unlikely that Catholic cardinals would break with more than two centuries of precedent to pick a pope from the states, but it has happened.
At 2025 papal conclave, some contentious issues await the new pope
Should the Catholic Church welcome gay families? Should it welcome women at the altar? As 133 cardinals prepare for the 2025 conclave, they will decide.
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Italy's Mount Etna rumbles back to life with a "lava fountain"
Europe's most active volcano, Mount Etna on Sicily, is erupting again, sending a huge plume of ash and smoke into the air and lava flowing down its slope.
Man caught smuggling dozens of venomous vipers on plane
A passenger smuggling dozens of venomous vipers in checked-in baggage was stopped after flying into Mumbai, India from Thailand, Indian customs officials said.
Record haul of cocaine found inside woman's plush toys at airport
The record seizure follows three other hauls this month totaling nearly 60 kilograms of synthetic cannabis.
Fire kills 12 people reportedly locked inside drug rehab center
Officials believe cartels sometimes execute rival drug dealers as well as patients who refuse to join their ranks.
Lion kills man at luxury safari lodge after he left tent to use toilet
The victim was camping with other tourists at the tented resort when the early morning tragedy unfolded, police said.
Trump-backed conservative narrowly wins Poland's presidential election
Conservative Karol Nawrocki narrowly won Poland's presidential runoff election, beating Warsaw's liberal mayor, according to the final vote count. Nawrocki was backed by President Trump.
Michigan Student fled to China after illegal vote charge, FBI says
The man boarded a Delta flight from Detroit to Shanghai, China, on Jan. 19 using a Chinese passport in his name.
Greta Thunberg, "Game of Thrones" actor Liam Cunningham join aid ship to Gaza
Organizers say climate campaigner Greta Thunberg and other activists set sail Sunday for Gaza on a ship aimed at "breaking Israel's siege" of the territory.
Ukraine claims drone attack hit 40 bombers deep in Russian territory
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he was sending a Ukrainian delegation to Istanbul for another face-to-face with Russian representatives.
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WorldPride is in D.C. this year, prompting fears for some LGBTQ people
WorldPride is in D.C. this year, leaving the LGBTQ community conflicted about showing up to the nation's capital amid an administration that has targeted them.
11 stabbed at Salem, Oregon mission that aids homeless people
Police in Salem, Oregon say 11 people were stabbed Sunday evening at a mission that aids homeless people and a male suspect was in custody.
Scottie Scheffler joins Tiger Woods as only repeat winners at Memorial
Scottie Scheffler on Sunday joined Tiger Woods as the only repeat winners of the Memorial golf tournament.
Michigan Student fled to China after illegal vote charge, FBI says
The man boarded a Delta flight from Detroit to Shanghai, China, on Jan. 19 using a Chinese passport in his name.
Attack in Boulder, Colorado, injures 8 people at march for Israeli hostages
A suspect is in custody after what authorities call a "targeted act of violence" at Pearl Street Mall in Boulder, Colorado. Witnesses said he threw Molotov cocktails at a march supporting Israeli hostages.
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Bessent defends tariff policy as retailers weigh price hikes: "Some are and some aren't"
As the trade standoff with China continues, President Trump announced the tariff on foreign steel will double from 25% to 50%.
Faith Salie offers her two cents on the end of the penny
The U.S. Treasury announced that, by early next year, it will cease making new pennies, which cost almost four times to make what they are actually worth. But Faith Salie says that, while phasing out the one-cent coin might make sense, its loss is more than what we can calculate.
Concern grows over whether the Hollywood industry can survive in California
After peaking in 2021, television production in the greater Los Angeles area fell by 58% in three years.
Las Vegas may still dazzle, but its sparkle is coming at a steeper price
Higher prices haven't stopped convention traffic in Las Vegas, but casual trips are down.
As Trump's tariffs face legal challenge, here are his other options
President Trump has a number of options at his disposal to implement tariffs, but none are as broad and aggressive as IEEPA.
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GOP-friendly group putting millions into boosting support for Trump tax agenda
The House passed President Trump's "one, big, beautiful bill," which includes continuing the 2017 tax cuts, but several GOP senators have voiced concerns.
Native Americans hurt by federal health cuts, despite RFK Jr.'s promises
The Indian Health Service was mostly spared in the federal government's widespread staffing cuts, but tribal governments and organizations have lost funding elsewhere.
Michigan Student fled to China after illegal vote charge, FBI says
The man boarded a Delta flight from Detroit to Shanghai, China, on Jan. 19 using a Chinese passport in his name.
Former Trump supporter refuses and returns her Jan. 6 pardon
Pamela Hemphill of Idaho is one of the more than 1,500 people whom Mr. Trump pardoned earlier this year for their roles in the U.S. Capitol Insurrection.
Bessent defends tariff policy as retailers weigh price hikes: "Some are and some aren't"
As the trade standoff with China continues, President Trump announced the tariff on foreign steel will double from 25% to 50%.
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WorldPride is in D.C. this year, prompting fears for some LGBTQ people
WorldPride is in D.C. this year, leaving the LGBTQ community conflicted about showing up to the nation's capital amid an administration that has targeted them.
Native Americans hurt by federal health cuts, despite RFK Jr.'s promises
The Indian Health Service was mostly spared in the federal government's widespread staffing cuts, but tribal governments and organizations have lost funding elsewhere.
Moderna's new COVID-19 vaccine mNexspike approved by FDA
The new COVID-19 vaccine from Moderna, mNexspike, is made in a way that allows for a lower dose.
Doctors found a tumor on her spine. They removed it through her eye.
Karla Flores was diagnosed with a rare brain tumor. A misplaced MRI found a second, nearly inoperable, tumor on her spine.
Trump administration ending multiple HIV vaccine studies
"This is a setback of probably a decade for HIV vaccine research," one scientist said.
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Italy's Mount Etna rumbles back to life with a "lava fountain"
Europe's most active volcano, Mount Etna on Sicily, is erupting again, sending a huge plume of ash and smoke into the air and lava flowing down its slope.
Man caught smuggling dozens of venomous vipers on plane
A passenger smuggling dozens of venomous vipers in checked-in baggage was stopped after flying into Mumbai, India from Thailand, Indian customs officials said.
Record haul of cocaine found inside woman's plush toys at airport
The record seizure follows three other hauls this month totaling nearly 60 kilograms of synthetic cannabis.
Fire kills 12 people reportedly locked inside drug rehab center
Officials believe cartels sometimes execute rival drug dealers as well as patients who refuse to join their ranks.
Lion kills man at luxury safari lodge after he left tent to use toilet
The victim was camping with other tourists at the tented resort when the early morning tragedy unfolded, police said.
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Devin Harjes, "Boardwalk Empire" and "Manifest" actor, dies at 41
Devin Harjes, the actor who appeared in the TV series "Boardwalk Empire" and "Manifest," has died due to complications from a battle with cancer.
Greta Thunberg, "Game of Thrones" actor Liam Cunningham join aid ship to Gaza
Organizers say climate campaigner Greta Thunberg and other activists set sail Sunday for Gaza on a ship aimed at "breaking Israel's siege" of the territory.
Bill Clinton and James Patterson on their new thriller, "The First Gentleman"
Former President Bill Clinton and author James Patterson have teamed up for their third book, a thriller: "The First Gentleman," in which the commander-in-chief is a woman – and her husband stands accused of murder.
Extended interview: Bill Clinton and James Patterson
The former president and the thriller writer previously teamed up on two #1 New York Times bestsellers. And now they've written their third thriller: "The First Gentleman," about a female president and her husband, who is on trial for murder. In this web exclusive, Bill Clinton and James Patterson talk with correspondent Tracy Smith about the process and joy of their collaborations; how the characters reflect an attitude in Washington where politics is a game; and, in the current political climate, the necessity of maintaining democracy.
Bill Clinton and James Patterson on "The First Gentleman"
After collaborating on two #1 New York Times bestsellers, former President Bill Clinton and author James Patterson have teamed up for their third book: "The First Gentleman," in which the commander-in-chief is a woman – and her husband stands accused of murder. The two sat down with correspondent Tracy Smith to describe how their writing process, and their friendship, has evolved, and whether – at a time of so much political craziness – there is an appetite for a Washington-based thriller.
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Blue Origin spacecraft carries 6 to edge of space
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.
Colleges try to tackle A.I. in the classroom
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.
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.
Google, DOJ antitrust case ending soon
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.
Meta to help develop new AI-powered military products
Meta is teaming with defense startup Anduril Industries to create new defense products that use AI and augmented reality.
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Astronomers' hunt for elusive "Planet Nine" takes surprising twist
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.
More heat records, stronger storms almost certain in next 5 years, experts warn
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.
NOAA reveals 2025 Atlantic hurricane season 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.
Study suggests scientists were wrong about dark streaks on Mars
Slope streaks once believed to be signs of water on Mars might really be signs of rockfall and high winds, a new study says.
Custom gene therapy saves infant
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.
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Man caught smuggling dozens of venomous vipers on plane
A passenger smuggling dozens of venomous vipers in checked-in baggage was stopped after flying into Mumbai, India from Thailand, Indian customs officials said.
Record haul of cocaine found inside woman's plush toys at airport
The record seizure follows three other hauls this month totaling nearly 60 kilograms of synthetic cannabis.
Fire kills 12 people reportedly locked inside drug rehab center
Officials believe cartels sometimes execute rival drug dealers as well as patients who refuse to join their ranks.
11 stabbed at Salem, Oregon mission that aids homeless people
Police in Salem, Oregon say 11 people were stabbed Sunday evening at a mission that aids homeless people and a male suspect was in custody.
Attack in Boulder, Colorado, injures 8 people at march for Israeli hostages
A suspect is in custody after what authorities call a "targeted act of violence" at Pearl Street Mall in Boulder, Colorado. Witnesses said he threw Molotov cocktails at a march supporting Israeli hostages.
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White House pulls nomination for Trump's pick to lead NASA
Billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman, who has close ties to Elon Musk, was President Trump's pick to serve as NASA administrator.
Blue Origin launches 6 passengers on sub-orbital trip to edge of space
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.
What to know about SpaceX's satellite launch
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.
Watch: SpaceX rocket launches GPS
The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched a GPS III-7 navigation satellite from Cape Canaveral, Florida, on Friday. Here's how we covered it on "CBS News 24/7."
Astronomers' hunt for elusive "Planet Nine" takes surprising twist
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.
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Deadly attack near Gaza aid delivery point
Dozens are dead in Gaza after Palestinians waiting for aid at a distribution center came under fire. Imtiaz Tyab is in Tel Aviv with the latest.
FBI gives update on Colorado attack
The FBI and local officials took questions Sunday in Boulder, Colorado, after five people were hurt in what witnesses described as a Molotov cocktail attack against a march for Israeli hostages.
Teacher retires after decades on the job
Nancy Tusek, a third-grade teacher in suburban Chicago, is calling it a career after years of lessons. Noel Brennan of CBS Chicago has the story.
National Zoo preparing for bird flu
The Smithsonian National Zoo is taking extra care to protect its animals from bird flu. Natalie Brand reports.
Transgender girl wins California track titles
A high school transgender athlete at the center of a searing political storm went home a winner at this weekend's California state track championships. Elise Preston has the story from Burbank.