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Former President Joe Biden's cancer has spread to his bones and his team is reviewing treatment options. The diagnosis comes at a pivotal moment as questions about his health resurface ahead of a new book release.CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder, editor-at-large for public health at KFF Health News, discusses former President Joe Biden's prognosis and treatment options following his aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis.After 19 months being held hostage by Hamas in Gaza, U.S.-Israeli citizen Edan Alexander is finally free. His parents share the emotional moment they reunited and the dangers he faced from both Hamas and Israeli airstrikes. Born in Chicago, Pope Leo XIV received the symbols of his office during a historic inaugural Mass at the Vatican. He urged an end to global conflict and unity within the Catholic Church, as world leaders including Vice President JD Vance and President Volodymr Zelenskyy looked on.Five very special educators, this year’s inductees in the National Teachers Hall of Fame, join us on set at “CBS Mornings” in New York City for a special surprise. Canva, which is free for school districts nationwide, is giving these teachers and schools $200,000. (Sponsored by Canva)As the newest member of the "Mission: Impossible" franchise, Hayley Atwell shares how she prepared for her role, the bond with Tom Cruise, and what her character Grace brings to the high-stakes mission. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Baby KJ Muldoon was born with a rare genetic condition that is often fatal, but doctors used custom CRISPR gene therapy to target the exact mutation in his DNA. His family shares their emotional journey in their first TV interview with CBS News. Singer Cassie Ventura faced intense cross-examination in Sean "Diddy" Combs' sex crimes trial, with defense attorneys asking her to read aloud past text messages. Jericka Duncan reports on the disturbing details.In this week's "Kindness 101," Steve Hartman and his children revisit the story of a teenage athlete who started giving back to his community after a small suggestion inspired a profound shift in his outlook on life.In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Amazon Books Editorial Director Sarah Gelman shares titles focused on self-care, emotional wellness and navigating complex relationships. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The EPA announced it will roll back limits established by the Biden administration on "forever chemicals" in drinking water. "Forever chemicals" don't break down easily and are found in water, air, soil and fish. Research connects them to a range of serious illnesses. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains what to know. A mother in San Antonio, Texas, was arrested and accused of providing ammunition and other equipment to her son, who authorities say was planning an attack on his middle school. Both are now facing terrorism charges. Warning, the details in this story are disturbing. Lawyers for Sean "Diddy" Combs will have their first opportunity to question his former girlfriend, Cassie Ventura, on the witness stand Thursday. Prosecutors questioned Ventura for two days at Combs' trial, as she described years of alleged abuse by the hip-hop mogul. Combs denies any criminal activity in the case.Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four University of Idaho students in 2022, appears in court today for what may be his final hearing before trial.In his new memoir, "Teacher by Teacher," former Education Secretary John B. King, Jr. shares how public school teachers helped him through personal tragedy and inspired his career in education and government. Blake Shelton is back with "For Recreational Use Only," his first album in four years. He tells Entertainment Tonight's Cassie DiLaura about launching the new CBS series, "The Road," collaborating with wife Gwen Stefani and embracing family life in Oklahoma.In his new book, "We All Want to Change the World," Kareem Abdul-Jabbar recounts how the fight for racial justice from the civil rights era to today influenced his path from NBA icon to outspoken author and advocate. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The FDA has started the process of taking prescription fluoride drops and tablets for kids off the market. The move comes as HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has fought to remove fluoride from drinking water. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains. During Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial on Tuesday, Cassie Ventura, his longtime girlfriend, took the stand to testify, detailing years of abuse. Combs has pleaded not guilty to a range of charges. Warning, the details in this story are disturbing. For the first time, Kim Kardashian confronted the men accused of robbing her in 2016. In court, she recounted the trauma of the night she was held at gunpoint in a luxury hotel. With help from viral figure skater Elladj Baldé, "CBS Mornings" anchor Adriana Diaz steps into the rink to pursue a lifelong dream, proving it's never too late to learn something new.After a seven-year break from ice dancing, Olympians Maia and Alex Shibutani are back and sharing stories of Asian American and Pacific Islander pioneers in their latest book, "Incredible." The schedules for all 32 NFL teams will be released Wednesday, but "CBS Mornings" is exclusively revealing a marquee Thanksgiving matchup. Bill Cowher, an analyst for "The NFL Today" on CBS, breaks down the game and contenders for this upcoming season.KISS legend Gene Simmons shares how his mother's strength as a single immigrant parent shaped his life and how the band created some of its biggest rock anthems. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CBS MoneyWatch's Kelly O'Grady explains how President Trump's sweeping import taxes could hit Americans hardest at the checkout aisle. Nearly a decade after being held at gunpoint and robbed of millions, Kim Kardashian is facing her alleged attackers in a Paris courtroom. Casandra Ventura, known as Cassie, is expected to take the stand today in Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal trial. The music mogul faces life in prison if convicted, though he denies all charges. Despite economic concerns and softening demand, AAA forecasts a record holiday travel weekend. Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci tells CBS Mornings why now is the time to launch international flights. Only on "CBS Mornings," Oprah announces "The Emperor of Gladness" as her latest book club selection, calling it "one of the best books" she's ever read. She and author Ocean Vuong sit down to discuss the novel's power. Fashion designer Prabal Gurung joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his memoir, "Walk Like a Girl," which traces his path from Nepal to New York — and how designing for women like Michelle Obama and Beyoncé helped him discover his own identity. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady breaks down what to know about the potential financial impact to American consumers after the U.S. and China agreed to temporarily ease tariffs. Music superstar Taylor Swift has been subpoenaed in the ongoing legal dispute between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni over allegations surrounding the making of their 2024 film "It Ends with Us."  A new study from the New England Journal of Medicine compares two weight loss drugs, Tirzepatide and Semaglutide. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder breaks down the findings. Nicole Scherzinger is making her Broadway debut in the stripped down, modern revival of "Sunset Blvd." She talks with "CBS Mornings" about the show, taking on the role and her first Tony nomination. In an exclusive "Begnaud's America" interview, CBS News contributor David Begnaud speaks with Gus Waltz, the son of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, who stole the spotlight during the 2024 Democratic National Convention. He's opening up about that moment and a learning disorder that is often misunderstood. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cardinal Robert Prevost was chosen as the new pope, taking the name Leo XIV. Born in Chicago, he is the first pontiff from the United States and is also a dual citizen of Peru. CBS News' Seth Doane has more. John Prevost, a retired Catholic school principal from Chicago, says he was stunned to see his younger brother named Pope Leo XIV and proud to witness his rise from priest to pontiff. American bishop Robert Barron speaks to "CBS Mornings" about the significance of the conclave choosing a U.S. pope, Pope Leo's international background and what to expect from his papacy. In a powerful story about mercy, Steve Hartman and his kids introduce us to Tricia Seaman, a nurse who honored her patient's dying wish by becoming a mother to her son. Justin Hartley joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss Colter Shaw's latest case and the emotional twists ahead as the hit CBS series "Tracker" closes out its record-breaking second season. Tony and Emmy winner Christine Baranski talks to "CBS Mornings" about her role in "Nine Perfect Strangers" as Victoria, a sharp-tongued mother reconnecting with her daughter and sparking tension at a high-end wellness retreat. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The cardinals electing the next pope will vote again Thursday afternoon after black smoke rose again from the Sistine Chapel Thursday, indicating no pope was selected in the conclave's latest round of voting. The secrecy surrounding the conclave hasn't stopped people from trying to predict the results. Three of the major betting markets alone have taken in more than $19 million in wagers. Known as papal vestments, the pope's official attire has long been made by two family-run tailoring businesses in Rome. They're eagerly waiting to watch white smoke rise from the Sistine Chapel and see a new pope emerge, possibly wearing the garments they created. The price tag of parenthood is becoming more expensive. Tariffs in the escalating trade war between China and the U.S. are driving up prices on baby products, impacting businesses and customers. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer reports on how Russia's wartime past is being honored even as the fight in Ukraine continues.Billionaire businessman and philanthropist Bill Gates tells "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil about his plans to give away $200 billion through the Gates Foundation over the next 20 years. He also criticized the Trump administration's foreign aid cuts, saying they will lead to millions more child deaths worldwide. Actor Lovie Simone discusses her lead role in "Forever," a new Netflix series exploring teenage romance and self-discovery in 2018 Los Angeles. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The papal conclave meets to begin the process of picking Pope Francis' successor. CBS News polling shows American Catholics overwhelmingly approved of how Pope Francis led the church, but they're split on where to go next. CBS News' Seth Doane has more. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the Federal Reserves' upcoming interest rate decision on Wednesday and what it could mean for your finances. For the second time in just over a week, an F/A-18E Super Hornet fighter jet assigned to the USS Harry S. Truman has ended up at the bottom of the Red Sea. U.S. defense officials say the jet was trying to land on the carrier when it failed to catch the wire, sending the $70 million aircraft overboard. Both pilots safely ejected and were rescued by a helicopter. Clinical psychologist Dr. Sheryl Ziegler joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new book, "The Crucial Years," offering guidance for parents on supporting children's mental health from ages 6 to 12.A new CBS News poll shows 42% of U.S. Catholics think the next pope should continue Pope Francis' teachings. "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil spoke with some Americans who are in Rome about what they want to see in the next leader of the Catholic Church. As new bipartisan legislation aims to end penny production, CBS News' Ed O'Keefe visits collectors, small business owners and experts who say the coin still holds sentimental and historical value.Hannah Berner and Paige DeSorbo, the hosts of the hit podcast "Giggly Squad," return to "CBS Mornings" to discuss their new book, "How to Giggle," packed with tips on handling awkward moments and finding joy in everyday life. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Columbia student Mohsen Mahdawi spoke with CBS News in his first TV interview since his release from ICE custody. He spent 16 days in detention and now awaits deportation hearings for protesting the war in Gaza. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more. Shaun Dougherty, who was abused by clergy as a child, tells CBS News' Nikki Battiste he hopes the conclave reflects on survivors and chooses a leader who will deliver justice and transparency. More than two dozen potential jurors for Sean "Diddy" Combs' federal trial were questioned on Monday. They were asked about their experience with domestic violence, sexual assault and their views on hip-hop artists. Prospective jurors also reviewed a list of other celebrities, but it was unclear how they are related to the case. President Trump wants to reopen the notorious federal prison Alcatraz, which has become a tourist attraction after its closure in 1963. It was deemed too expensive to run with salt water surrounding it, deteriorating the buildings. Reopening it would also cost the National Park Service tourism money. CBS News' Elizabeth Cook reports.During Mental Health Awareness Month, Dr. Sue Varma joins "CBS Mornings" to share strategies from her book "Practical Optimism" to help you check in with yourself. Dr. Celine Gounder joins "CBS Mornings" to explain groundbreaking research on the shingles vaccine and what it could mean for long-term heart health. In New York City, stars were out for fashion's biggest night, the annual Met Gala. The dress code was called "Tailored for You." It was inspired by the museum's spring exhibit, which is the first to focus exclusively on Black designers. Social media star and bestselling author Christina Najjar, known as Tinx, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss her new novel about cancel culture, reinvention and unexpected romance in the Hamptons. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices