Many college graduates look back at their years on campus as the best time of their lives. One member of the Class of 2014 might agree with that. Wyatt Andrews shares the story of 70-year-old Jerry Reid, who finally aced college on his third try.
President Barack Obama has not addressed the widening VA scandal, despite allegations that more than 100 veterans have died waiting for treatment. CBS News obtained a memo that indicates the president’s advisers were warned about the problem in 2008, months before Obama took office. Major Garrett reports.
Two planes nearly collided at New Jersey’s Newark Liberty Airport in April, CBS News has learned. As a United 737 was landing, it narrowly missed an Expressjet plane taking off from an intersecting runway. The National Transportation Safety Board is investigating. Scott Pelley reports.
The FBI has issued “Wanted” posters for five members of the Chinese military who have been charged with running a cyber espionage operation targeting U.S. companies. Prosecutors say the men work inside the People’s Liberation Army as part of an elite hacking unit. Bob Orr reports.
As security crumbles in the Libyan capital, the Marines have moved about 200 infantrymen and eight aircraft to a forward base in Sicily. The troops have been placed on a two-hour alert in case the State Department orders an evacuation of Americans from Tripoli. David Martin reports.
Authorities say the malicious software called the “Blackshades RAT” was used to gain access to more than 500,000 computers in 100 countries. The program allowed hackers to access the computers' web camera, recorded users' keystrokes and let hackers send cyber ransom notes. Elaine Quijano reports.
CBS News’ Debora Patta speaks with a Boko Haram terrorist about the 200 girls being held hostage by the group in Nigeria. Saleh Abubakar says the girls will be held until the Nigerian government releases Boko Haram prisoners.
Wine lovers might soon be able to enjoy a more tasty pour thanks to Mother Nature. Unusually warm temperatures could result in more flavorful wine being produced in California's Napa Valley. Unfortunately, the spike in temperatures could also have a detrimental impact on the wine industry long term. CBS News' Bigad Shaban reports.
White House Press Secretary Jay Carney argues President Obama had identified problems with Veterans Affairs (VA) hospitals as a candidate and pledged to take action to improve the services for veterans.
Lung cancer is currently the deadliest cancer, followed by colorectal and breast cancers. But as deaths from many cancers drop, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network predicts pancreatic cancer will rise from the fourth to the second leading cause of cancer death by 2020. Alexis Christoforous reports.
Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., had a little trouble finding his footing during a primary eve campaign event. The minority leader's campaign tells CBS News that McConnell suffered from polio as a child.
"Key & Peele," a Peabody Award-winning sketch series on Comedy Central, is known for tackling racial issues. Stars Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele discuss impersonating President Obama and writing a film with Judd Apatow.
It's going to cost more to see Mickey and Minnie: A week before Memorial Day, Disneyland has raised its entry prices. A single day ticket to Disneyland Park or Disney's California Adventure Park is now $96 for people 10 and older, a $4 increase. Jill Wagner has that story and more MoneyWatch headlines.
A new study says children who don't get enough sleep could be at a higher risk for obesity. The report's lead author, Dr. Elsie Taveras, chief of General Pediatrics at MassGeneral Hospital for Children, talks about her findings with the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts.
Economists are predicting 2014 could set a record for airline business profits and the highest returns are likely to be made by commercial carriers surrounding the Persian Gulf. CBS News travel editor Peter Greenberg reports on why the region is buying more planes, flying more routes, and building bigger airports.
The $86.9 million contract comes as the Biden administration moves away from the long-term detention of migrant families.
In Argentina, the public is getting its first up-close look at what may be the largest dinosaur ever. Norah O'Donnell reports.
Star of "Key & Peele" Jordan Peele discusses learning to impersonate President Obama with the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts.
Denmark's Noma recently earned Restaurant Magazine's world's best restaurant honor for the fourth time. CBS News' Holly Williams discusses the cuisine with the restaurant's chef and co-owner Rene Redzepi.
Student protests have prompted several high-profile commencement speakers to cancel appearances this spring. Don Dahler reports on one replacement speaker who criticized those protests in his commencement speech.
Coffee lovers are bracing for a jump in prices as the worst fungus outbreak ever recorded is devastating crops on Central American coffee farms. Elaine Quijano reports.
All dog owners get loving licks from their dogs. But if they let their dogs kiss them on the mouth, how safe is it? A microbiologist and veterinarian weigh in on the sticky subject.
"CBS This Morning" takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe.
The Kremlin says Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered Russian troops deployed near the Ukrainian border to leave and return to their home bases. Charlie Rose reports.
On Wednesday, a Chinese navy survey ship will map the ocean floor of a new search area off the west coast of Australia. Norah O'Donnell reports.