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Weeks before Myanmar executed four democracy activists, the BBC spoke to their family and friends.

Harini Logan claimed the top spot last night, making her the seventh Texan spelling bee champ in the last ten years. T-E-X-A-S!

A roster of film, TV and theater all-stars — including Steve Martin, Annette Bening, Billy Porter, Audra McDonald, Cynthia Nixon, Kristin Chenoweth, David Hyde Pierce and Rosie Perez — have signed up for a 10-hour telethon to raise money for the victims of the war in Ukraine.

A ground-based telescope's detection of a known Tatooine-like planet could herald a new series of discoveries of similar planets, researchers say.

PBS's newest science series, NOVA Universe Revealed, premieres tonight, October 27, at 9 p.m. EDT (0100 GMT Oct. 28).

These cosmic creators, powered by dark matter, could be responsible for our existence, along with the appearance of today's universe.

Counting stars! Check out this perfect outdoor activity the entire family will enjoy.

What do the stars predict for Super Bowl LV? Astrology has had adherents going back to ancient Mesopotamia. So, what do the stars foretell for tonight's NFL championship game? Correspondent Rita Braver checks in with some of today's leading astrologers (including "Sports Sorceress" Andrea Mallis, Tracey Rogers and Susan Miller), and finds out why the pandemic has brought them more business than ever before – a development they could not see coming.

A massive star has quietly disappeared in a dwarf galaxy 75 million light-years away, according to a new study. Allan and his colleagues wanted to observe the star to further their research about how massive stars come to an end. Luminous blue variable stars are unstable and can shift in brightness but even then, they leave a traceable calling card for astronomers. "It would be highly unusual for such a massive star to disappear without producing a bright supernova explosion," Allan said. This activity, which contributes to the lack of stability of luminous blue variable stars, can increase their luminosity as well as their rate of mass loss.

While some university-run observatories are for student use only, there are others that allow visitors. Here are four observatories in Texas that welcome public visitors to stargaze. 425 Linden St, Keene, TexasStar parties are regularly scheduled for the first and third Friday night of each month. 16942 Ranch Road 2341 Burnet, TexasAvailable only for private viewings Wednesday through Sunday. County Road 124, Nacogdoches, TexasPublic viewing sessions will be announced on the SFA Observatory Facebook page.

The Internet is changing what it means to be a celebrity.

"Fifty Shades" stars on the steamy new film Jamie Dornan and Dakota Johnson, headliners of the film "Fifty Shades of Grey," open up about exploring their limits while shooting the movie. It is based on the best-selling novel by author E.L James, and opens nationwide on Friday. Suzanne Marques reports.

Stars remember Robin Williams at "Night At The Museum" premiere Stars honored Robin Williams at the New York premiere of "Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb." It's one of William's last movies. CBSN's Vladimir Duthier reports.

Stars step out for "Horrible Bosses 2" Jason Bateman, Charlie Day and Jason Sudeikis return for the sequel to their 2011 hit comedy in "Horrible Bosses 2." Also, fans are getting their first look at "Pitch Perfect 2." Suzanne Marques reports on the day's top entertainment stories.

Reach Higher: Students learn from First Lady, fashion stars Stars from the fashion world visited the White House as part of First Lady Michelle Obama's "Reach Higher" initiative discussing paths to success with high school students. Chip Reid reports

How Hollywood stars transform their bodies for their roles Matt Singer, editor of the movie website thedissolve.com, joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss the lengths actors and actresses go through to change their appearance for movie roles.

Stars gather for 2014 Tony Honors Cocktail Party Some of the nominees for this year's Tony Awards gather for a pre-celebration event in New York, a 2014 Oscar-winner joins the new Star Wars movie -- and more. Suzanne Marques reports on the day's top entertainment stories.

Stars of "Godzilla" come out for London premiere Bryan Cranston, Elizabeth Olsen and Aaron Taylor-Johnson were in London Sunday night for the European premiere of "Godzilla."

Reese Witherspoon and Colin Firth star in new thriller Stars step out for "Devil's Knot" premiere, plus Steven Spielberg presents President Obama with humanity award. Suzanne Marques has those stories and more in today's Eye on Entertainment.

"Transcendence" stars hit the red carpet Stars of the new film, "Transcendence," including Johnny Depp and Morgan Freeman, turned out for the movie's premiere in Westwood, Calif. Depp plays a scientist who studies artificial intelligence in the sci-fi thriller. KCAL-TV's Suzanne Marques reports.