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Emmy-Winning CBS Show Reflects on 2025's Highlights

12/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Emmy Award-winning CBS News Sunday Morning airs Sundays at 9:00 a.m. ET and streams on the CBS News app at 11:00 a.m.
Ron Charles' book recommendations for New Year are featured.
The program looks back at 2025 events, reviews top music and movies, and features Gingerbread City in London plus art from retired New York City MetroCards to balance negative news with positive stories.

History

Historical Context

CBS News Sunday Morning premiered on January 28, 1979, hosted by Charles Kuralt, as the first weekend morning news program in the U.S. It aimed to provide a thoughtful alternative to traditional news formats, focusing on cultural stories and societal trends. Over the decades, it has evolved to connect contemporary audiences with historical narratives, emphasizing the role of media in shaping public perception.

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Story summary

The Emmy Award-winning CBS News Sunday Morning airs Sundays at 9:00 a.m. ET and streams on the CBS News app at 11:00 a.m.
Ron Charles' book recommendations for New Year are featured.
The program looks back at 2025 events, reviews top music and movies, and features Gingerbread City in London plus art from retired New York City MetroCards to balance negative news with positive stories.

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