After nearly being destroyed in a fire over four years ago, Notre Dame’s new spire is being installed after the original collapsed in the 2019 blaze. Elaine Cobbe reports. Source
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Hostage release puts spotlight on controversial Israeli detention practices
The release of Palestinian prisoners during the weeklong cease-fire has brought renewed criticism over Israel’s detention policies. According to the U.N., between 500 and 1,000 Palestinian children in the West Bank are held in Israeli military detention despite not being charged with any crimes. Imtiaz Tyab reports. Source
U.S. tells Israel to minimize civilian casualties
As the war between Israel and Hamas resumes, U.S. officials are urging Israel to try to minimize civilian casualties. Thousands of Palestinians have already been killed in the conflict. Nicole Sganga reports. Source
“CBS Weekend News” headlines for Sunday, December 3, 2023
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Weekend News” with Jericka Duncan. Source
Israel ramps up ground assault as more than 100 hostages remain in Gaza
Israel’s military continues to pummel Gaza following the end of a temporary cease-fire to allow for the release of hostages. Some 130 hostages, including eight Americans, remain in the Gaza Strip. Chris Livesay reports. Source
Israeli sisters tearfully reunite with mom after hostage release | 60 Minutes
Weeks after 60 Minutes reported on a family rescued at an Israeli kibbutz, that family’s neighbor was tearfully reunited with her daughters, who’d been taken hostage during Hamas’ invasion. Source
Greta Gerwig’s persistence in writing, directing “Barbie”
Greta Gerwig, the woman behind the mega hit “Barbie,” said directing it was a dream job. The Oscar-nominated filmmaker says she can’t believe anybody let her do it. Source
“Barbie” filmmaker Greta Gerwig on pressure of making blockbuster
Directing “Barbie” was a dream job for Greta Gerwig, the Oscar-nominated filmmaker behind “Little Women” and “Lady Bird.” Now she’s putting her own stamp on two “Chronicles of Narnia” movies. Source
How quantum computers may change the world as we know it
Quantum computers could give us answers to impossible problems in physics, chemistry, engineering and medicine. Source
Tech giants compete to build 1st reliable, general-purpose quantum computer
Companies and countries are in a race to develop quantum computers. The machines could revolutionize problem solving in medicine, physics, chemistry and engineering. Source