New revelations from the Nixon tapes
Hours of previously-untranscribed recordings reveal the president's strategizing, ego, bigotry and political gossip-mongering
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Mark Strassmann reports on stunning new revelations that are sure to have historians pouring over them as they reconsider Nixon's legacy
President Richard Nixon actually wanted his conversations caught on tape, for history's sake - never dreaming they would ultimately lead to his resignation 40 years ago this summer. Mark Strassmann reports on stunning new revelations that are sure to have historians pouring over them as they reconsider Nixon's legacy.
Bigad Shaban takes a look at what's new in this digital age of comics
Comic book fans can now get their "superhero fix" in more ways than ever before. Bigad Shaban takes a look at what's new in this digital age of comics.
Thomas Berger, "Little Big Man" author, dead at 89
The witty and eclectic novelist reimagined the American West and mastered genres ranging from detective stories to domestic farce
Stan Lee, the man known as the grandfather of modern comics, has given life to some of the world's most iconic superheroes
As thousands prepare to head to San Diego’s massive comic book convention this week, CBS News' Bigad Shaban talked to the former head of Marvel Comics, Stan Lee. The man known as the grandfather of modern comics has given life to some of the world's most iconic superheroes, and at age 91, continues to hone his craft.
Retracing Thoreau's journey through the wilds of Maine
150 years after the publication of "Maine Woods," an expedition replicates the writer's 325-mile canoe trip between Moosehead Lake and the Allagash Wilderness
Teen metal band planning book
Unlocking the Truth, which recently signed a multi-album deal with Sony, plans to release a book next year
Daniel Silva joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts to talk about his new novel, "The Heist," in which character Gabriel Allon travels inside the secret world of stolen art
Daniel Silva joins the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts to talk about his new novel, "The Heist," in which character Gabriel Allon travels inside the secret world of stolen art.
Nadine Gordimer was a white South African who was one of Nelson Mandela's earliest supporters in the fight against apartheid
Nadine Gordimer was a white South African who was one of Nelson Mandela's earliest supporters in the fight against apartheid. Gordimer, who won the Nobel Peace Prize for literature in 1991, had three of her novels banned in South Africa. Scott Pelley reports.
Archie to be shot saving gay friend in comic book
The famous freckle-faced comic book icon is meeting his demise in Wednesday's installment of "Life with Archie"
Nobel Prize-winning author Nadine Gordimer dies
The South African author won the Nobel Prize for novels that explored the cost of racial conflict in apartheid-era South Africa
Bold vision of "2001: A Space Odyssey" commemorated
In new $750 book, fans can see production notes, stills and how close the film mirrors today's technological reality
Harry Potter returns in new J.K. Rowling story
The boy wizard is all grown up -- turning 34 and going gray -- in a new story posted on Rowling's Pottermore website
"Blood Sport: Alex Rodriguez, Biogenesis, and the Quest to End Baseball's Steroid Era" is a new book that details the MLB's crusade against steroid use and Alex Rodriguez's involvement with performance enhancing drugs during his career
"Blood Sport: Alex Rodriguez, Biogenesis, and the Quest to End Baseball's Steroid Era" is a new book that details the MLB's crusade against steroid use and Alex Rodriguez's involvement with performance enhancing drugs during his career. Authors Tim Elfrink and Gus Garcia-Roberts join the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts for their first interview.
Amazon is responding to accusations that it's bullying the Hachette Publishing Group
Amazon is responding to accusations that it's bullying the Hachette Publishing Group. In May, Amazon stopped selling pre-orders for Hachette books as part of an e-pricing dispute. Peter Hildick-Smith of the Codex Group, a digital book research firm, explains who's winning this epic book war.
Authors Sandra Brown, Lee Child, Jeffery Deaver, Karin Slaughter, and David Ignatius discuss which thrillers are on their reading list this summer
Authors Sandra Brown, Lee Child, Jeffery Deaver, Karin Slaughter, and David Ignatius discuss which thrillers are on their reading list this summer.
CBS gives order for James Patterson drama "Zoo"
The network has given a straight-to-series order for 13 episodes of the drama about a wave of violent animal attacks against humans
The bestselling author of "Eat, Pray, Love" talks about the feminist themes in her latest book, "The Signatures of All Things," and why they're important to her personally.
The bestselling author of "Eat, Pray, Love" talks about the feminist themes in her latest book, "The Signatures of All Things," and why they're important to her personally.
The bestselling author of "The Signature of All Things" and "Eat, Pray, Love" shares part of her creative process and being inspired by "fresh space."
The bestselling author of "The Signature of All Things" and "Eat, Pray, Love" shares part of her creative process and being inspired by "fresh space"
The bestselling author of "The Signature of All Things" and "Eat, Pray, Love" talks about what's in the works for her next book
The bestselling author of "The Signature of All Things" and "Eat, Pray, Love" talks about what's in the works for her next book.
Chelsea Handler: The drunk mean girl who's actually pretty nice
The brash comic, author and talk show host who pushes envelopes is jumping TV and heading for Netflix
Tracy Smith sat down with the fearless funny-woman for a glimpse of what's next
Talk show host Chelsea Handler is leaving her own late-night show, for a deal with streaming site Netflix. Tracy Smith sat down with the fearless funny-woman for a glimpse of what's next.
Clinton: Making "what appears to be impossible, possible"
Jane Pauley asks the former secretary of state about her trajectory from outspoken Wellesley graduate to a potential run for the Oval Office
"All the President's Men" at 40
An exclusive interview with Carl Bernstein and Bob Woodward, whose intrepid reporting into the Watergate burglary won a Pulitzer Prize - and toppled a president
Eric Hill, creator of Spot the Dog, dies at 86
He authored popular series of children's books that have sold more than 60 million copies
Entertainment
Victoria Jones, daughter of Tommy Lee Jones, found dead in San Francisco hotel, officials confirm
A woman who was found dead in San Francisco's Fairmont Hotel on New Year's Day has been identified as Victoria Jones, daughter of actor Tommy Lee Jones, officials said.
Rosé talks rise in music industry and doubts
K-pop star Rosé is up for three Grammy nominations, including Record and Song of the Year. She spoke with "CBS Mornings" about her rise to fame and the doubts she still has at times.
France defends granting George Clooney and his family French citizenship
George Clooney and his wife, Amal Clooney, were granted French citizenship because "they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France's international influence and cultural outreach," the French government said.
Notable works entering the public domain in 2026
Here are the significant books, films and characters joining the list of works in the public domain on Jan. 1, 2026.
Noah Wyle on authenticity of "The Pitt"
The hit series "The Pitt" has earned praise for its realistic look at the pressures facing health care workers. Chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook spoke to the star of the show, Noah Wyle, for "CBS Sunday Morning." Wyle talked about how the cast prepared for their roles beyond learning their lines before shooting the series even began.
Here's who's performing on New Year's Eve to ring in 2026
Here's what to know about the lineup of performances scheduled for New Year's Eve, as crowds gather in Times Square to ring in 2026.
Isiah Whitlock Jr., actor known for his roles in "The Wire" and "Veep," dies at 71
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
George Clooney, his wife and their twins granted French citizenship
France's government says that George Clooney, his wife Amal and their eight-year-old twins Ella and Alexander have been awarded French citizenship.
Beyoncé is now a billionaire, according to Forbes
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
Actor accusing Tyler Perry exchanged texts with him years after alleged assault
Actor Mario Rodriguez alleged in the lawsuit filed last week in California that Tyler Perry sexually assaulted him during encounters between 2014 and 2019.
French split over Brigitte Bardot tribute due to her far right views
French politicians were divided on Monday over how to pay tribute to the late Brigitte Bardot who, despite her screen legend, courted controversy in later life with her far-right views.
MetroCard art: Swiping beauty from the mundane
On December 31, New York City will officially retire the transit system's MetroCard, that ubiquitous piece of plastic used to gain entrance onto subways and buses. But there is beauty in using MetroCards as the raw materials for art, as Thomas McKean has found in his collages and miniature sculptures depicting portraits of city life. Serena Altschul reports.
2025: The year's top books
"Sunday Morning" checks out the bestselling fiction and non-fiction of the past year.
2025: The year's top movies
"Sunday Morning" checks out the highest-grossing films of the past year.
2025: The year's top music
"Sunday Morning" checks out Spotify's top streaming hits of the past year.