Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Israel today, pushing for alternatives to a ground offensive in the city of Rafah. At the same time, the U.S. is sponsoring a resolution at the U.N. calling for an immediate and sustained ceasefire -- after vetoing previous ceasefire resolutions. Our senior foreign correspondent Holly Williams has been covering this war since it began in October and is here in the studio.

In a medical first, a genetically-modified pig kidney has been successfully transplanted into a 62-year-old patient at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. With the patient showing positive signs of recovery, this pioneering procedure promises a new horizon of hope for tens of thousands awaiting kidney transplants.

An update on the allegations swirling around the former interpreter for baseball's biggest star, Shohei Ohtani. The IRS now says it's investigating. Interpreter Ippei Mizuhara is alleged to have stolen millions of dollars from the two-time MVP for illegal gambling.

CBS News' Anthony Mason sits down with Grammy-winning singer and guitarist Gary Clark Jr., who talks about his latest album and the thrill of recording music with one of his all-time idols.

The excitement of March Madness escalates with the start of the women's NCAA tournament. South Carolina enters as a No. 1 seed after an impeccable 32-0 regular season. Aiming for redemption following last year's Final Four loss, the team, under coach Dawn Staley's leadership, seeks its third championship in eight years.

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Gary Clark Jr. Talks Latest Album | South Carolina's Journey to Reclaim Glory in Women's March Madness

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As protests continue to sweep across the nation, leading to more than 2,000 arrests, reporter Lilia Luciano explores how the language used in campus demonstrations is fueling strife and complicating the dynamics of these movements.

Jordan’s Queen Rania Al Abdullah, who is of Palestinian descent, says Israel’s allies need to hold Israel accountable for its actions. She spoke with “Face the Nation” moderator Margaret Brennan about the U.S. support for Israel in the war against Hamas.

On Monday, Boeing plans to launch astronauts on its new spacecraft that is called Starliner. The test flight to the International Space Station is years behind schedule.

The classic kids' game show "Double Dare" premiered in 1986, and was a massive success for Nickelodeon, which became one of the biggest cable channels of the 1990s. Behind much of that success was TV host Marc Summers. He's enjoyed a long career in front of and behind the camera, hosting and producing shows for Nick, Food Network and others. "CBS Mornings" met with the 72-year-old on the set of his new one-man play in New York City, called "The Life and Slimes of Marc Summers."

Now to the series "Kindness 101," where Steve Hartman and his children share stories built around kindness and character, and the people who've mastered those qualities. Today's lesson is leadership. To find out what that means, Steve went to a skate park, where one middle school boy showed us what leadership with compassion looks like.

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Marc Summers on TV Stardom & Struggle | Campus Protests Spark Debate Over Rhetoric | Jordan’s Queen on U.S. Support of Israel

In the latest installment of our "Climate Watch" series, climate activists take bold measures, including blockading the entrance to Citigroup's global headquarters in Manhattan. Protesters are demanding the banking giant cease its funding of fossil fuels.

UnitedHealth Group CEO Andrew Witty disclosed that a cyberattack on one of its subsidiaries earlier this year might affect up to a third of all Americans.

Still searching for the perfect Mother’s Day gift? Sarah Gelman, Amazon Books Editorial Director, shares her top book picks for all kinds of moms.

Emmy Award-winning actor Jeff Daniels says he's playing one of his most challenging roles yet. He stars in the new Netflix limited series "A Man in Full," created by Hollywood heavyweights David E. Kelley and Regina King, who also serves as a director. Daniels portrays Charlie Croker, a tough-talking real estate mogul facing bankruptcy. He must defend his empire and his family against enemies attempting to exploit his fall from grace.

Country star Walker Hayes talks about his new album, "Sober Thoughts," and his journey toward sobriety.

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Walker Hayes Opens Up About "Sober Thoughts" | Jeff Daniels on Playing Challenging Role in “A Man in Full'"

A new abortion law goes into effect in Florida on Wednesday. It will sharply restrict the procedure after six weeks. Florida’s new law includes exceptions for rape, incest, fetal abnormalities and the life of the mother.

New York City Mayor Eric Adams talks about the protests at Columbia University after pro-Palestinian demonstrators were removed by police from an academic building on campus.

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force is recommending women get a mammogram every other year, starting at age 40. Dr. Celine Gounder, a CBS News medical contributor and editor-at-large for public health at KFF Health News, explains.

New Yorkers got a front-row seat to a one-of-a-kind show by one of racing's biggest stars yesterday. Seven-time Formula One World Champion Lewis Hamilton sped down Fifth Avenue, even stopping to do donuts right outside the iconic Empire State Building. The stunt was planned to promote a partnership with WhatsApp and Hamilton's Mercedes F1 team, and their growth here in the U.S. Gayle King sat down exclusively with the global superstar right after the stunt.

Author Emily Oster, known for her influential book "Expecting Better," introduces her fourth book, "The Unexpected: Navigating Pregnancy During and After Complications."

First on CBS Mornings, Dame Judi Dench shares memories from her 70-year-career playing Shakespearean roles as she discusses her new book, "Shakespeare: The Man Who Pays the Rent" with CBS News' Anthony Mason.

In our "Changing the Game" series, we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by spotlighting Lulu Cheng and Lacey Benard. After identifying a gap in Chinese learning resources for children, they founded Bitty Bao in 2020. Their company has since produced 15 bilingual board books and innovative educational toys like a Hot Pot kit.

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New York City Mayor on Protests at Columbia University | Dame Judi Dench Reflects on Shakespeare | Emily Oster Tackles Pregnancy Complications

The U.S. is ramping up its chip production while trying to block China from dominating the market. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent gets an exclusive look inside an Intel plant producing the vital tech.

CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger breaks down what to know as the Federal Reserve is set to meet to discuss interest rates that remain at a 23-year high since last summer.

Frank Bruni's latest book, "The Age of Grievance," goes into how feelings of being wronged are driving political and cultural divisions in the U.S. The longtime New York Times opinion writer and Duke University professor discusses the impact of outrage and polarization on “CBS Mornings.”

In light of recent campus protests and debates around the criticisms of Israeli government policies, former NFL linebacker Emmanuel Acho and actor Noa Tishby discuss their new book, "Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew." The book encourages open dialogue on difficult subjects like antisemitism.

Only on CBS Mornings, Tony Award-winning actors Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Renée Elise Goldsberry announced the nominations in six key categories for the 77th Annual Tony Awards.

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Emmanuel Acho & Noa Tishby Tackle Antisemitism | Jesse Tyler Ferguson & Renée Elise Goldsberry Announce Tony Award Nominations | Frank Bruni Explores How Grievance Shapes American Society

President Biden is pushing Israel’s prime minister to end the war through diplomacy instead of a military assault. There are more than 130 hostages remaining, including five U.S. citizens. The U.S. publicly blames Hamas for recent failed diplomacy, but hostage families also put blame on the Netanyahu government.

Every year, the Italian village of Montebuono gathers to remember eight U.S. soldiers killed in their town by the Nazis during World War II. An American family visited the small town to see how their loved one is being honored.

With only a plane ticket and a challenge to uncover a story, lead national correspondent David Begnaud heads to San Antonio, Texas.

Joining forces with menopause specialist Dr. Mary Claire Haver, Drew Barrymore shares her personal journey during menopause.

Known as "The Man of Many Voices," 25-year-old comedian Matt Friend delivered a standout performance at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, showcasing his talent with 250 impressions of famous figures.

Justin Hartley returns to television as both star and executive producer of "Tracker," an action-packed drama where he plays Colter Shaw, a survivalist hunting for missing persons across the country.

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Gary Clark Jr. Talks Latest Album | South Carolina's Journey to Reclaim Glory in Women's March Madness

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