The Uplift: Christina's Corner
A video store owner in Idaho makes sure his most loyal customer, a woman with Down Syndrome, doesn't miss his store after he decided to close his shop. Plus, more heartwarming news.
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The Uplift: A life well lived
David Begnaud remembers the late Judge Frank Caprio, who was known for his compassion in the courtroom. Plus, a California family gains a new surrogate grandmother. Find out how this blended family came to be.
The Uplift: Michael Jordan's Home Court
A group of lucky basketball players get a chance to play on Michael Jordan's home court inside his former house. A family decides to move to a remote island and Steve Hartman explains why. Plus, more heartwarming stories.
The Uplift: What's your sign?
Mark Strassmann explores the ever-growing popularity of astrology. David Begnaud catches up with a 12-year-old businessman who is using his company to give back to his church. Plus, more heartwarming news.
The Uplift: Small but mighty
Two young girls from a small, remote town in Scotland want others to see how small but mighty they are – and so is their school. Despite only having two students, the girls say the school is worth it and are fighting to keep it running. Plus, more good news stories.
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A custodian earns 4 degrees and a mailman adopts his best friend
Texas custodian Jessica Caldwell earned four degrees while working nights and raising four kids. A local mailman adopted a dog from his old route.
10 of Pope Francis' most heartwarming moments
From spinning with the Harlem Globetrotters to signing a Harley-Davidson, here are 10 memorable moments from Pope Francis' papacy.
Duo Team aiming to compete in 6th major marathon shares journey
Michael Sayih and Max Fink have finished the Chicago, New York, Boston, London and Berlin marathons together. They hope to complete the Tokyo Marathon this year.
The top 10 uplifting news stories of 2024
2024 was filled with breaking political news, international and domestic conflicts and world-changing events – but there was also heartwarming and good news. Here are the top 10 uplifting news stories of 2024.
Combating Parkinson's with rock climbing
There is currently no cure for Parkinson's Disease. But some with Parkinson's are finding that an unusual therapy – rock climbing – is helping them improve their balance, mobility, strength and cognition.
Woman reuniting photos lost in Hurricane Helene with families who own them
After Hurricane Helene, Taylor Schenker found herself with about 200 family photos that didn't belong to her. Now, she's hoping to reunite them with the people they belong to.
A real-life Rosie the Riveter, Jennifer McMullen, turns 100
The "Rosies" were women recruited by U.S. defense manufacturers during WWII to help build tanks, ships and planes.
This blind teen hopes his singing will bring joy to others
In April, Sawyer McCarthy sang the national anthem at a Columbia Fireflies game, reaching millions of viewers — not only in America but around the world.
Why a London man named Bushe turns his neighbors' hedges into art
When Tim Bushe looks at a hedge, he sees "the shape within" the shrubbery - and then he teases it out with his trimmer to honor his late wife.
After being paralyzed, this 20-year-old competed in a marathon
Mason Branstrator has always been an athlete, but three years ago, he was paralyzed in a skiing accident. It hasn't stopped him from playing sports.
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After 15 years, this teacher and her star student still share a musical bond
Gia Martinez's first music class was 15 years ago, when she was a third grader at PS 48 in the Bronx. That happened to be the first year her teacher, Melissa Salguero, was teaching at the school. All these years later, the teacher still remembers her former start student — and they still share a musical bond.
Duo set to complete 6 major marathons
Michael Sayih and Max Fink have a special bond — they're regular racing partners who compete in countless 5K, Iron Man and marathon events all over the world. Michael has cerebral palsy, and started racing at 5 years old. Max has his own reason to race: to honor his mom, who died from breast cancer. He believes she brought him and Michael together. They are now attempting to complete all six Abbott World Marathon Majors. They only have one race left to reach their goal: Tokyo.
California couple's love surpassed all odds
For Elizabeth Wampler, it was not love or even like at first sight when she met her future husband. Now, 30 years later, she says her unfounded assumptions about his cerebral palsy were "wrong on all counts." In the week before Valentine's Day, CBS News is featuring stories about love that blossomed despite unimaginable odds. We call this series Love, Against All Odds.
Dogs stuck during fires saved by CBS News crew
It was a dramatic rescue. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti was contacted by a stranger who told him his three rescue dogs were stuck inside his Pacific Palisades house — alone — as the Palisades Fire closed in. Jonathan and his producer, who were reporting nearby, did not hesitate to help — risking their lives to save all three dogs.
Reuniting people with photos lost in Helene
After Hurricane Helene tore through six states, Taylor Schenker went for a walk in hard-hit Asheville, North Carolina. As she dug through the debris and mud, she found family photos that got lost in the storm. Now, she's hoping to use her Photos from Helene Instagram page to help reunite the images with the families who own them.
Ceramic donuts go viral
Jeff Nebeker celebrates the success of his viral ceramic donuts, which sold out in just three minutes after being posted by gallery owner Michelle O'Brien. Over 9,000 people are on the email list for the next restock.
Shania Twain brings 81-year-old fan onstage
Shania Twain invited an 81-year-old superfan – who has been attending her shows for 25 years – onstage at her concert in England.
Athlete paralyzed skiing completes marathon
Mason Branstrator's life changed when he was paralyzed at 17. But that hasn't stopped him from playing sports and competing in a marathon. Mason, 20, just completed the wheelchair race at Grandma's Marathon in Duluth, Minnesota.
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Democrats dismiss White House's shutdown layoff threat as "intimidation"
Democratic leaders dismissed the White House's recent threat that a government shutdown could spur large-scale layoffs of the federal workforce as "intimidation."
DOJ sues 6 states for failing to turn over voter registration rolls
The lawsuits were filed against top election officials in California, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, New Hampshire and Pennsylvania.
Humberto could mingle with another storm to create rare Fujiwhara effect
Tropical Storm Humberto was on its way toward becoming a hurricane within a day or so over the central Atlantic, the National Hurricane Center said.
Delta is replacing engines on Airbus aircraft to address toxic-fume issue
The faulty engines can cause toxic fumes to leak into the aircraft cabin's air supply, posing health and safety risks to crew members and passengers.
Trump's push to reclaim Bagram cites proximity to China's nuclear program
Afghanistan's Bagram Air Base is about 1,200 miles from an old Chinese nuclear test range, but controlling the base would require the reentry of U.S. personnel into Afghanistan.
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Delta is replacing engines on Airbus aircraft to address toxic-fume issue
The faulty engines can cause toxic fumes to leak into the aircraft cabin's air supply, posing health and safety risks to crew members and passengers.
Social Security to shift to fully electronic payments starting Sept. 30
The Social Security Administration is transitioning to electronic payments next week after 85 years of issuing paper checks to U.S. retirees.
HSBC uses quantum computing to achieve "world-first" in bond trading
The London-based bank said it used a combination of classical computing and quantum computing to deliver a 34% improvement in algorithmic bond trade predictions.
Amazon to pay $2.5 billion to settle claims it misled Prime members
As part of the settlement, Amazon will pay $1.5 billion in refunds to customers, who could receive $51 each from the payout.
How robots are being used for deliveries to prepare for the holiday retail rush
When you buy online, a robot could be helping to fill your order. A behind-the-scenes look at an Amazon fulfillment center shows how they impact jobs.
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Democrats dismiss White House's shutdown layoff threat as "intimidation"
Democratic leaders dismissed the White House's recent threat that a government shutdown could spur large-scale layoffs of the federal workforce as "intimidation."
DOJ sues 6 states for failing to turn over voter registration rolls
The lawsuits were filed against top election officials in California, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, New Hampshire and Pennsylvania.
Trump's push to reclaim Bagram cites proximity to China's nuclear program
Afghanistan's Bagram Air Base is about 1,200 miles from an old Chinese nuclear test range, but controlling the base would require the reentry of U.S. personnel into Afghanistan.
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Archives released too much of Sherrill's military record to her political opponent
The National Archives admitted a technician had erred in releasing Rep. Mikie Sherill's "entire record."
Hegseth summons generals and admirals for rare meeting in Virginia
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has directed generals and admirals, as well as some of their staff, from around the world to come to Quantico, Virginia, next week.
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Study of world's oldest person reveals what helped her live to 117
Maria Branyas Morera once posted on social media about her love for yogurt, saying it "gives life," and hers was a long one.
Delta is replacing engines on Airbus aircraft to address toxic-fume issue
The faulty engines can cause toxic fumes to leak into the aircraft cabin's air supply, posing health and safety risks to crew members and passengers.
STDs fall in adults, syphilis in newborns rises: CDC data
While sexually transmitted disease rates for U.S. adults fell last year, syphilis in newborns continued to rise, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Lice concerns rise with kids at school. What to know about prevention, treatment.
Lice cannot hop, jump or fly. The most common way to get lice is through head-to-head contact with someone who already has them, according to experts.
Organic fruit and veggie pouches recalled over potential lead
Sprout Organics is expanding a recall of its sweet potato, apple and spinach pouches, due to potentially elevated lead levels.
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Study of world's oldest person reveals what helped her live to 117
Maria Branyas Morera once posted on social media about her love for yogurt, saying it "gives life," and hers was a long one.
10 killed in Ecuador prison riot days after deadly jailbreak
Clashes between rival drug gangs claimed at least 10 lives in the second deadly riot in an Ecuadoran prison in days, police said.
Climber skis down Everest without oxygen after 16 hours in "death zone"
Poland's Andrzej Bargiel became the first climber to ski down the world's highest mountain without supplemental oxygen, his team said.
"The woman in pink" identified 20 years after body found in Spain
"The woman in pink" case dates back to July 2005, when a body was found by a road in a small town in Barcelona.
Nearly 10 tons of cocaine seized from fishing boat in Atlantic Ocean
The seizure by two navy ships followed a tip-off by anti-drug and maritime intelligence authorities and British police, authorities said.
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Extended interview: Billy Crudup
Billy Crudup discusses his career, what's in store for Cory Ellison in the latest season of "The Morning Show" and more.
Billy Crudup on how career risks led to his role on "The Morning Show"
Billy Crudup says role as network executive Cory Ellison in "The Morning Show"was an unexpected late-career gift.
NFL Dublin game serves up US. flavors
As the Minnesota Vikings and Pittsburgh Steelers prepare to face off in Dublin, the NFL's first regular season game at Croke Park will spotlight more than football. Through the "Chefs on Road" program, Irish dishes are being shared with fans in the U.S., while American classics from Minnesota and Pittsburgh head overseas, bringing a unique cultural exchange to game day.
A look at the documentary "Bodyguard of Lies"
The new documentary "Bodyguard of Lies" from See It Now Studios looks back at America's 20-year war in Afghanistan, featuring testimony from government insiders and newly released footage. John Sopko, the former Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction, joins "CBS Mornings Plus" for more.
Billy Crudup on "The Morning Show"
Billy Crudup talks to Anthony Mason about his Emmy-winning turn as Cory Ellison in "The Morning Show," how risk-taking shaped his career and why he never expected such a role at this stage of his life.
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HSBC uses quantum computing to achieve "world-first" in bond trading
The London-based bank said it used a combination of classical computing and quantum computing to deliver a 34% improvement in algorithmic bond trade predictions.
Company using AI to address climate crisis
How can artificial intelligence combat the climate crisis without contributing to it? Himanshu Gupta, CEO and co-founder of ClimateAI, a company that uses artificial intelligence to help businesses adapt their food and water supply chains, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
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.
MLB approves robot umpires as part of challenge system in 2026
Human plate umpires will still call balls and strikes, but teams can challenge two calls per game and get additional appeals in extra innings.
WIRED looks at future risks of tech influence
For the first time in its history, WIRED is dedicating an issue to politics, citing concerns about the tech industry's alignment with President Trump. Katie Drummond, the magazine's global editorial director, explains what this shift means for Silicon Valley and for readers.
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Why humans love talking to pets
Scientist and professor Justin Gregg joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new book, "Human-ish: What Talking to Your Cat or Naming Your Car Reveals About the Uniquely Human Need to Humanize." He explains why we talk to pets, name objects, and even connect with inflatable tube men — and what that reveals about human nature.
Newly discovered dinosaur had a crocodile leg in its jaws
The new find was possibly 23 feet long and hailed from a mysterious group of dinosaurs called megaraptorans.
Flesh-eating bacteria kills 5th person this year in Louisiana
Vibrio vulnificus is a bacteria that occurs in warm coastal waters and can be contracted through raw seafood or open wounds.
Prehistoric insects trapped in amber give glimpse into ancient life
Scientists have discovered prehistoric insects preserved in amber in South America for the first time.
Wild chimps consume the equivalent of 2 cocktails a day, research finds
A new study on chimpanzees in Uganda and Côte d'Ivoire supports a theory that humans may have inherited a taste for alcohol from primate ancestors.
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Threats at ICE office where shooting occurred
The Dallas Immigration and Customs Enforcement office where a shooting occurred Wednesday had previously received threats, CBS News has learned. Nicole Sganga reports.
How ICE is responding after Dallas shooting
Acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement Director Todd Lyons spoke to CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez shortly after a shooter targeted an ICE facility in Texas. Lyons said he is examining and reevaluating protocols for operations and facilities across the country after the attack.
What we know about the ICE shooting suspect
More details are emerging about the suspected shooter connected to Wednesday's attack at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Dallas, Texas. CBS News' Omar Villafranca reports.
10 killed in Ecuador prison riot days after deadly jailbreak
Clashes between rival drug gangs claimed at least 10 lives in the second deadly riot in an Ecuadoran prison in days, police said.
Sean "Diddy" Combs back in court
Disgraced music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs is back in court ahead of his sentencing. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
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Galaxy's largest star formation captured in never-before-seen detail
Sagittarius B2, a massive molecular cloud near the center of the Milky Way, is densely packed with stars and complex magnetic fields.
Space weather satellites blast off to collect information on solar storms
A SpaceX rocket lifted off Wednesday from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, carrying NASA's Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe, or IMAP.
NASA introduces newest astronaut recruits
NASA on Monday introduced its 10 newest astronaut candidates. They represent America's future in space, wherever in the cosmos that leads. Mark Strassmann has more.
NASA introduces 10 new astronaut candidates
The new selection of NASA astronauts will spend two years in training before becoming eligible for flight assignments.
Northrop Grumman cargo ship reaches space station after software fix
The capture by the International Space Station's robot arm came a day late because of an unexpected, but now resolved, software issue.
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Trump expected to sign Tiktok deal
President Trump on Thursday said he was "very disappointed" with Russian President Vladimir Putin over Russia's war in Ukraine. Meanwhile, Mr. Trump is expected to sign a deal to put American companies and investors in charge of the app's U.S. operations. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro has more.
A Lonely Voice | Sunday on 60 Minutes
In the aftermath of the Charlie Kirk assassination, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox, a Republican, called for unity and civility. It was an unexpected message delivered by an unexpected messenger at a time when political violence in America is on the rise. 60 Minutes, Sunday.
Extended interview: Billy Crudup
Billy Crudup discusses his career, what's in store for Cory Ellison in the latest season of "The Morning Show" and more.
Threats at ICE office where shooting occurred
The Dallas Immigration and Customs Enforcement office where a shooting occurred Wednesday had previously received threats, CBS News has learned. Nicole Sganga reports.
How ICE is responding after Dallas shooting
Acting Immigration and Customs Enforcement Director Todd Lyons spoke to CBS News' Camilo Montoya-Galvez shortly after a shooter targeted an ICE facility in Texas. Lyons said he is examining and reevaluating protocols for operations and facilities across the country after the attack.