David Hockney: An appreciation – CBS News

David Hockney’s constant experimentations in art gave us six decades of swimming pools and sun-drenched scenes, intimate portraits of friends, vibrant depictions of his native Yorkshire, and groundbreaking digital works. The British-born painter died on Thursday, June 11, 2026 at age 88. Correspondent Seth Doane offers an appreciation of the groundbreaking body of work, by…

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Soccer art made from gum wrappers

Artist Lyndon J. Barrois Sr. painstakingly sculpts art depicting soccer players. His medium of choice? The humble chewing gum wrapper. Correspondent Luke Burbank talks with Barrois about his Los Angeles exhibit, “Fútbol Is Life: Animated Sportraits,” which captures iconic moments from nearly 100 years of the World Cup in tiny pieces of paper and foil….

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Singer Oliver Tree among 6 killed in helicopter collision over Rio de Janeiro, officials say

Two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday morning and crashed in the city’s western zone, killing all six people aboard, including American singer and comedian Oliver Tree, firefighters said. Rio de Janeiro’s Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles…

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America’s Block Party to celebrate July 4th with benefit concert and nationwide events

America’s Block Party will celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday this Fourth of July with a benefit concert in Los Angeles and events in local communities around the country. Hosted by Queen Latifah, the concert at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on the holiday will feature Chris Stapleton, The Smashing Pumpkins and additional stars to be announced…

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