Star Wars pushes back against racist backlash to new Black character
"There are more than 20 million sentient species in the Star Wars galaxy, don't choose to be a racist," Star Wars said.
"There are more than 20 million sentient species in the Star Wars galaxy, don't choose to be a racist," Star Wars said.
Unlike "Parasite," these critically acclaimed movies were denied the highest honor in the biz. Did the Academy get it wrong?
"Star Wars" fans were taken back to a "galaxy far, far away" Monday night with a new trailer for the upcoming film, which is set to hit theaters December 20.
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is the newest saga for the legendary filmmaker and his wife, Mellody Hobson
The newest saga from legendary filmmaker George Lucas is a departure from his classic film franchise. Lucas broke ground on a new museum in Los Angeles with his wife, Mellody Hobson. It's the future home of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. When the museum is finished in three years, it will house much of their art collection of around 10,000 pieces. John Blackstone spoke with them at their skywalker ranch.
John Mollo, who won an Academy Award for designing the costumes of the original "Star Wars" and another Oscar for the historical epic "Gandhi," has died. He was 86.
The Force was definitely with this breakthrough film from the moment it hit movie theaters in 1977
Museum will be built in Exposition Park in Los Angeles, alongside more traditional museums
A special edition of "60 Minutes Presents" takes a look at the new force behind "Star Wars;" British veteran actor Michael Caine; and, the difficult task of making a film about Steve Jobs
The actor says Mace Windu survived after "Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith" -- and George Lucas agrees
The franchise creator told Charlie Rose he had sold the franchise to "white slavers" in a reference to Disney
George Lucas discusses the new Star Wars film "The Force Awakens" and reflects on his life. CBS This Morning co-host Charlie Rose joins CBSN to discuss his interview with Lucas.
"Star Wars" creator explains why directors are "like emperors" -- and why he decided to walk away
J.J. Abrams, the director of the latest installment of Star Wars takes Bill Whitaker behind the scenes
Cicely Tyson, George Lucas, Rita Moreno are among the stars receiving Kennedy Center Honors
The "Late Show" host will emcee the star-studded event honoring Carole King, Rita Moreno and George Lucas
Seventh sequel of iconic franchise marks the first time the mastermind of the space saga is not intimately involved
The money will help provide financial support to black and Hispanic students
Disney and Lucasfilm have released a new poster for the highly anticipated film "Star Wars: The Force Awakens." CBSN's Contessa Brewer has a first look.
The annual Kennedy Center Honors announced its 2015 honorees, which include "Star Wars" filmmaker George Lucas
Many people just assume they need life insurance, but that is not always the case. CBS contributor Mellody Hobson weighs life insurance options so you can best protect your family, your finances, and yourself.
Auto and homeowners insurance often have liability coverage built in, but it's usually not enough. CBS contributor Mellody Hobson explains what you need to know about liability insurance.
Many people think home insurance is straightforward, but there are key choices you need to make. CBS contributor, Mellody Hobson, tells us what to watch for so that you don't leave gaps in your insurance coverage.
Big companies are on board the intergalactic bandwagon for annual Star Wars Day
"The Force Awakens" - the first in the iconic series under Disney - looks to have some unstoppable momentum
The shooter died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said. One witness said, "I just really couldn't believe it was happening in my own neck of the woods."
The longest-serving monarch in British history may have one of the most familiar faces on the planet, but she's still full of surprises.
The judge said state law caps punitive damages at $350,000, meaning Depp's award would total $10.35 million.
The move will erase debt for more than 560,000 borrowers.
Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger was subpoenaed in the unprecedented criminal probe.
When asked Friday if he would call a special legislative session, Abbott said "all options are on the table" and he said he believed ultimately that laws would be passed.
Heard could file for bankruptcy, but would still be on the hook for punitive damages, an attorney said.
Tesla CEO says employees who don't show up to the electric car maker's offices will be assumed to have resigned.
The ban will likely strike a heavy blow to millions of impoverished farmers and day laborers who rely on proceeds from the crop to survive, and it comes as Afghanistan's economy has collapsed.
The shooter died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said. One witness said, "I just really couldn't believe it was happening in my own neck of the woods."
Charles Booker is running a long-shot campaign to unseat incumbent GOP Sen. Rand Paul in November.
Tesla CEO says employees who don't show up to the electric car maker's offices will be assumed to have resigned.
Heard could file for bankruptcy, but would still be on the hook for punitive damages, an attorney said.
The judge said state law caps punitive damages at $350,000, meaning Depp's award would total $10.35 million.
Heard could file for bankruptcy, but would still be on the hook for punitive damages, an attorney said.
Even those who cheer Europe's embargo on Russian energy predict short-term price shocks for nations and consumers.
The move will erase debt for more than 560,000 borrowers.
Tesla CEO says employees who don't show up to the electric car maker's offices will be assumed to have resigned.
"I think I was wrong then about the path that inflation would take," Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told CNN.
Formula manufacturers said they alerted retailers of a looming shortage in February.
Charles Booker is running a long-shot campaign to unseat incumbent GOP Sen. Rand Paul in November.
The move will erase debt for more than 560,000 borrowers.
When asked Friday if he would call a special legislative session, Abbott said "all options are on the table" and he said he believed ultimately that laws would be passed.
Sandberg, the chief operating officer, has been Zuckerberg's number 2 for 14 years.
Clinical health psychologist Dr. Natalie Datillo explains how patients can make connections to reduce pain and increase mobility.
Formula manufacturers said they alerted retailers of a looming shortage in February.
President Biden met with baby formula manufacturers, pressing them on what they're doing to improve supply. Even as the U.S. airlifts formula from overseas, it's just a fraction of what the U.S. needs to feed millions of children. Nancy Chen reports.
Kids younger than 5 are one step closer to being eligible for a COVID-19 vaccine. Pfizer applied for emergency use authorization for kids 6 months to 5 years old -- the only age group vaccines are not yet approved for. Nikki Battiste reports.
"The great Peanut Butter shortage of 2022 continues," proclaims theme park eatery in explaining holes in menu.
Across France, more than 300 people have reported being pricked out of the blue with needles at nightclubs or concerts in recent months. Similar accounts have emerged elsewhere.
The ban will likely strike a heavy blow to millions of impoverished farmers and day laborers who rely on proceeds from the crop to survive, and it comes as Afghanistan's economy has collapsed.
The longest-serving monarch in British history may have one of the most familiar faces on the planet, but she's still full of surprises.
As the new weapons shipments were announced, a Russian missile hit rail lines in the western Lviv region, a key conduit for supplies of Western weapons and other supplies, officials said.
The plant stretches 111.847 miles and is at least 4,500 years old.
The longest-serving monarch in British history may have one of the most familiar faces on the planet, but she's still full of surprises.
The judge said state law caps punitive damages at $350,000, meaning Depp's award would total $10.35 million.
The licensing company that controls his name and image is ordering Sin City chapel operators to stop using him in themed ceremonies, a newspaper reports. And that's leaving chapels all shook up.
Korean pop supergroup BTS visited the White House on Tuesday to discuss ending anti-asian violence on the last day of Asian American and Pacific Islanders heritage month. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe reports.
The United Kingdom and its 14 Commonwealth realms are marking the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's ascension to the throne.
Sheryl Sandberg is stepping down as the chief operating officer at Facebook's parent company, Meta. She has been with the social media company for 14 years and will continue to serve on the company's board.
Sandberg, the chief operating officer, has been Zuckerberg's number 2 for 14 years.
Boston Children's Hospital was attacked in the summer of 2021 and investigators were able to identify and repel the threat.
New details are emerging about possible warning signs in the weeks leading up to the May 24 shooting at the Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. The 18-year-old shooter reportedly had a history of harassing and threatening teenage girls online, particularly on the social media app Yubo. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson has more.
The Texas law, championed by conservatives, aimed to keep social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter from censoring users based on their viewpoints.
More than 6 million Californians are under new water restrictions as of June 1. The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California made an urgent call for a 35% reduction in water use, as nearly the entire state is under severe drought. CBS's Elaine Quijano spoke with Adel Hagekhalil, the water supplier's general manager, about how these new rules will affect people's lives.
Millions of people in southern California are facing new water restrictions thanks to a megadrought crippling the Southwest. But southern Nevada has been conserving water for years. The area's latest move is to tear out all non-functional grass to save nearly 10 billion gallons of water. CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope could soon provide some answers about other planets in the far reaches of the Milky Way. Assistant astronomer at the Space Telescope Science Institute Néstor Espinoza speaks with CBS News anchor Lana Zak about the what scientists hope to learn from these other planets.
Some sang "We will, we will stop you!" to the tune of Queen's 1977 rock anthem "We will rock you." Some glued themselves to their seats.
No non-American has ever touched down on the lunar surface, and Japan has previously said it hopes to achieve a Moon landing by the end of this decade.
Across France, more than 300 people have reported being pricked out of the blue with needles at nightclubs or concerts in recent months. Similar accounts have emerged elsewhere.
Police in Tulsa, Oklahoma, say a gunman killed 4 people at Saint Francis Hospital before dying of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Watch a briefing from local officials on the investigation.
The shooter died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound, police said. One witness said, "I just really couldn't believe it was happening in my own neck of the woods."
The 25-count indictment also contains charges of murder and attempted murder as a hate crime and weapons possession.
Jacob Albarado was in his barber's chair when both men got text messages about the shooting unfolding at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.
The contracts are valued at up to $3.5 billion.
"Amateur and professional astronomers around the world have been tracking its spectacular disintegration for years," NASA said.
A successful fueling test will clear the way for the moon rocket's first test flight as early as August.
SpaceX launched 59 small payloads while Boeing wrapped up its Starliner space station flight
For the first time, two U.S. astronaut ferry ships, from two different vendors are docked at space station.
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Find out which U.S. metropolis took the top spot on Orkin's latest "Rattiest Cities" list.
Donald Trump, Barack Obama, George W. Bush – how do the presidents of our era compare with those who came before?
With compensation reaching up to nearly $10,000 per month, these internships are big deals.
Sir Paul McCartney and best-selling author Tina Brown reflect on the queen’s unprecedented reign. The special airs on the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee at 10 p.m. ET on Thursday, June 2 on CBS, and will be streaming on Paramount +.
Gun control talks continue on Capitol Hill; Adm. Linda Fagan becomes commandant of Coast Guard.
Police in Tulsa, Oklahoma, say a gunman killed 4 people at Saint Francis Hospital before dying of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Watch a briefing from local officials on the investigation.
According to a new report published by Jones Lang LaSalle, 69% of office workers believe hybrid work will be fundamental to retain the workforce in the future. Cynthia Kantor, the chief client and growth officer at Jones Lang LaSalle, joins CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss.
The Biden administration has announced new trade initiatives with Taiwan to strengthen economic ties, focusing on supply chains, clean energy, labor rights and technology exports. Tensions between Washington and Beijing are already high after President Biden promised to defend Taiwan if it was invaded. Shelley Rigger, a political science professor at Davidson University, joined CBS News' Elaine Quijano to discuss.