The story of "Amazing Grace"
On January 1, 1773, in Olney, England, The Rev. John Newton, a slave trader-turned-abolitionist, gave a sermon about personal redemption. His words would become one of the best-known hymns in the world.
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Pope warns Vatican staff an "elegant demon" lurks among them
Pope Francis said those living in the heart of the Catholic Church "could easily fall into the temptation of thinking we are safe, better than others."
How Egypt's last Jews will mark Hanukkah, and keep their culture alive
Before the Arab-Israeli War in 1948, there were around 80,000 Egyptian Jews in the country. Now there are 3, and the youngest, at 70, is worried about what comes next.
"Stranger at the Gate," on how love conquered hate
Filmmaker Joshua Seftel talks about his new documentary film about a former Marine who planned to attack Muslims, until he met them, and experienced the life-changing power of acceptance, forgiveness and love.
Rabbi Steve Leder on the line between free speech and antisemitism
The senior rabbi of Wilshire Boulevard Temple in Los Angeles says "Jew hatred" is often promulgated by other marginalized communities – and ignores our common humanity.
Rabbi Steve Leder on free speech and antisemitism
The senior rabbi of Wilshire Boulevard Temple in Los Angeles says "Jew hatred" is often promulgated by other marginalized communities – and ignores our common humanity.
Jewish teens share experiences with antisemitism
Jewish teens near Los Angeles say they've been targets of antisemitism — with much of it happening online or through texts. They say social media has amplified hate.
Jewish teens discuss antisemitism
Jewish teens in Southern California share their encounters with antisemitism and discuss how social media and pop culture have amplified harmful stereotypes and conspiracies that affect their day-to-day lives.
The Dish: Zabar’s delicatessen
CBS News correspondent Dana Jacobson explores the iconic New York delicatessen, Zabar's.
Nets owner "disappointed" after Kyrie Irving promotes antisemitic film on Twitter
"It is wrong to promote hate based on race, ethnicity or religion," Brooklyn Nets owner Joe Tsai wrote on Twitter regarding Irving.
4 years since Tree of Life synagogue attack
A commemoration ceremony is taking place in Pittsburgh to mark four years since the massacre at the Tree of Life synagogue where 11 people were killed. The anniversary comes as antisemitic incidents in the U.S. have hit an all-time high — including hateful remarks from superstar Kanye West. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn reports.
High school football coach who lost job for praying on field could be reinstated
In June, the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 in favor of Joe Kennedy, an assistant football coach at Bremerton High School.
Josh Gad: "Silence is no longer an option" after Kanye West comments
"My people are now under attack in a very disturbing and real way," he wrote. "...Speak out now and speak out loudly."
"A Billion Years" documents life in, after Scientology
In the new book "A Billion Years," Mike Rinder details the decades he spent as a high-ranking Scientology member. In a wide-ranging interview, Rinder told CBS News chief investigative correspondent Jim Axelrod about his experience as a high-up official in the organization.
Less than 50% of Americans could identify as Christian within decades
A new report finds that the number of people choosing to disaffiliate from Christianity is increasing – and could overtake the nation's Christian majority.
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Jon Batiste on new album, "Big Money"
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Eva Pilgrim on "Inside Edition" anchor role
With more than 20 years of TV experience, Eva Pilgrim joins "Inside Edition" as its first new anchor in three decades, succeeding longtime host Deborah Norville. She joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about the role
Meet the woman making move-in day at Widener University feel like home
At Widener University, "Move-In Day" is more than just hauling boxes; it's a moment when students and families begin to feel they belong.
Laufey on creating her own sound
Whimsical and romantic, the music of Icelandic singer and cellist Laufey Lín Bing Jónsdóttir blends pop, jazz, classical and bossa nova – a "mishmash," she calls it. Her latest album is "A Matter of Time."
Laufey on creating her own sound
Whimsical and romantic, the music of Icelandic singer and cellist Laufey Lín Bing Jónsdóttir, or Laufey, blends pop, jazz, classical and bossa nova – a "mishmash," she calls it, which has led to sold-out shows, bestselling albums, and a Grammy Award. With her third album, "A Matter of Time," being released this week, she sits down with correspondent Tracy Smith to discuss her musical tastes; her reaction to the response of young fans; and the thrill of singing a duet with Barbra Streisand of a song she composed, "Letter To My 13-Year-Old Self."
Rashid Johnson on art as a source of potential joy
Artist Rashid Johnson has used multiple media and materials to create works that examine race, masculinity, identity, aesthetics, and (he says) his own anxiety. Now, Johnson's career is the focus of an exhibition at the Guggenheim New York, "A Poem for Deep Thinkers." Correspondent Alina Cho reports.