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Historian on Trump indictment: "The most important criminal trial in American history" Princeton University professor Julian Zelizer says, in charging the former president in the January 6 insurrection, the Department of Justice has boldly declared it will hold our leaders accountable if they violate sacrosanct democratic principles. Aug 6
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"American Whitelash": Fear-mongering and the rise in white nationalist violence Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Wesley Lowery discusses violent acts against democracy by aggrieved white supremacists, and how a new election cycle raises the stakes. Jun 25
On Father's Day Jim Gaffigan ponders the peculiar lives of childless men Every third Sunday in June all the men who have generously taken on the role of dad in some child's life are honored with coffee mugs, neckties, and BBQ equipment. For men who do not have children, don't feel left out; comedian Jim Gaffigan has a message for you. Jun 18
Comedian Alex Edelman on how to make it to Broadway Performing in a Broadway production is a lifelong dream for many. For writer-comedian Alex Edelman, his path to the Great White Way, where he is presenting his one-man show, "Just For Us," started in a pub behind a London shoe store. Jun 11
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Former Treasury Secretary Robert Rubin condemns threats to default on U.S. gov't debt The political fight that jeopardized the government's ability to pay its bills threatened severe economic harm; Robert Rubin warns any future fights over the debt ceiling are risky and irresponsible. Jun 4
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The art of Banksy's secrets The first authorized exhibition in 14 years of works by the street artist, whose identity has been a closely-held secret for decades, required a cover story until it opened, unannounced, in Glasgow. "Sunday Morning" explores the enduring mysteries of Banksy's world. Aug 13
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Jim Gaffigan on the "complex process" of keeping his kids' cellphones charged
For most of us, the memory of discovering an uncharged phone is seared into our consciousness. But not Jim Gaffigan's children.
Historian on Trump indictment: "The most important criminal trial in American history"
Princeton University professor Julian Zelizer says, in charging the former president in the January 6 insurrection, the Department of Justice has boldly declared it will hold our leaders accountable if they violate sacrosanct democratic principles.
Historian Yuval Noah Harari warns of dictatorship in Israel
The author says that in Israel, which has no constitution, the only check on governmental abuses of power is the Supreme Court, which is now under attack by forces that wish to rule with impunity.
You have summer plans? Jim Gaffigan does not
It's summer, a time to relax. So, why is everyone intent on making plans, for trips far away from home? Comedian Jim Gaffigan, who likes to avoid stress, questions the logic of this.
Celebrating July 2, America's other Independence Day
On July 2, 1964, President Johnson signed into law the Civil Rights Act, ending our nation's apartheid. Mark Updegrove, president & CEO of the LBJ Foundation, looks back on a watershed moment in American democracy when segregation was finally made illegal.
"American Whitelash": Fear-mongering and the rise in white nationalist violence
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Wesley Lowery discusses violent acts against democracy by aggrieved white supremacists, and how a new election cycle raises the stakes.
On Father's Day Jim Gaffigan ponders the peculiar lives of childless men
Every third Sunday in June all the men who have generously taken on the role of dad in some child's life are honored with coffee mugs, neckties, and BBQ equipment. For men who do not have children, don't feel left out; comedian Jim Gaffigan has a message for you.
Comedian Alex Edelman on how to make it to Broadway
Performing in a Broadway production is a lifelong dream for many. For writer-comedian Alex Edelman, his path to the Great White Way, where he is presenting his one-man show, "Just For Us," started in a pub behind a London shoe store.
Joel Grey on the alchemy of theater
The renowned song-and-dance man, who will be honored with a lifetime achievement Tony Award, offers his thoughts on the special community formed by those in the theater – and the audience.
Former Treasury Secretary Robert Rubin condemns threats to default on U.S. gov't debt
The political fight that jeopardized the government's ability to pay its bills threatened severe economic harm; Robert Rubin warns any future fights over the debt ceiling are risky and irresponsible.
Remembering murdered journalist George Polk
This month marks 75 years since the legendary newsman was murdered while covering a civil war in Greece. CBS News' Steven Portnoy reflects on journalists who are targeted for seeking to expose the truth.
For Mother's Day Amy Klobuchar celebrates her mom's lessons
The U.S. senator remembers her mother, a second-grade schoolteacher, whose lessons on butterflies continued to nourish her students for years to come.
Alexandra Petri on a Supreme code of ethics
Imagine if justices of the Highest Court in the Land had to live under a code of ethics just like us mere mortals – such as reporting when they've accepted gifts from wealthy collectors of Nazi memorabilia! Imagine that!
Sarah DiGregorio on how supporting nurses helps all of us
The author of "Taking Care: The Story of Nursing and Its Power to Change Our World" discusses the power of the nurse-patient relationship, and how poor nurse-to-patient ratios can be a matter of life or death.
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Former NASA astronaut on India's moon landing
India on Wednesday became the fourth nation to safely land a spacecraft on the moon, following the U.S., Russia and China, where few have gone before. Former NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao joins CBS News to discuss the significance of the feat.
India becomes 4th nation to land on moon
A spacecraft launched by India last week landed Wednesday morning near the moon's south pole, a region of the moon largely unexplored. CBS News space analyst William Harwood has the latest.
Indian Chandrayaan-3 moon mission makes history
The successful landing capped a four-year effort to recover from a 2019 crash, demonstrating India's growing space prowess.
Russia launches space station cargo flight, ahead of NASA launch Friday
SpaceX launches another batch of Starlinks and readies a Crew Dragon flight to the space station while Russia launches its Progress supply ship.
Webb telescope makes "surprising" discovery in halo of dying star
New images from the James Webb Space Telescope have revealed intricate details of a dying star's final stages, NASA said.
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Judge denies Meadows' attempt to delay arrest
Rudy Giuliani, former personal attorney for former President Donald Trump, surrendered in Atlanta, Georgia, Wednesday to face racketeering charges in connection with alleged efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election in Georgia. Plus, a federal judge denied former White House chief of staff Mark Meadows' attempt to delay his arrest in the case. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion reports from Fulton County.
Wagner chief Prigozhin killed in plane crash
Yevgeny Prigozhin, the leader of Russia's Wagner mercenary group, was one of 10 people who died when a private plane crashed Wednesday north of Moscow. In June, Prigozhin led a brief revolt in which his Wagner soldiers marched on Moscow after he heavily criticized Russian defense officials over their handling of the invasion of Ukraine. Debora Patta reports.
Five questions for presidential candidates
What should the public know about a candidate who wants to become president? CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson poses five questions that may help reveal whether someone is qualified or not.
Drought hampers Panama Canal cargo traffic
A major drought is drying up the waterways that feed into the Panama Canal, and subsequently limiting the number of cargo ships that can be allowed through each day. Some ships are also being forced to carry less cargo to get through. Ben Tracy has the story.
David Jacobs, creator of "Dallas," dies at 84
David Jacobs, a Hollywood producer who created the hit 1980s television series "Dallas," and later its spinoff, "Knots Landing," has died at the age of 84.