McChrystal – With the unfolding events in Afghanistan dominating American news, General Stanley McChrystal, appointed to reshape the situation, reveals to 60 MINUTES that the violence across the country has been more extensive than anticipa…

**THE SWINDLER** To grasp the mechanics of Bernard Madoff's deception, consider the account of Marc Dreier, a Ponzi schemer often called "mini-Madoff." In his first televised interview, Dreier details how he defrauded investors of $400 m…

**GOLF COMPANY** – Scott Pelley journeys with a United States Marine company in Helmand Province, deployed as part of President Obama’s troop increase in Afghanistan. Henry Schuster produced this report. **A BLOW TO THE BRAIN** – Recent …

## H1N1 Scott Pelley reports on the H1N1 influenza virus, which is increasingly affecting young, healthy individuals, and details the government's strategies for combating the potential pandemic. Producers are Michael Radutzky, David Gel…

**$60 Billion in Fraud** A staggering $90 billion is lost annually to U.S. taxpayers through a remarkably simple billing scheme employed by Medicare and Medicaid fraudsters. Steve Kroft uncovers the details of this extensive deception. T…

## H1N1 Vaccine Scott Pelley examines the production, distribution, and safety protocols surrounding the H1N1 influenza vaccine. The report was produced by David Gelber, Michael Radutzky, and Sam Hornblower. ## Yakuza A foreign man…

**CYBER WAR** – Could malicious actors from other nations infiltrate the computer systems governing essential aspects of global infrastructure – power grids, water treatment facilities, even a nation's military capabilities – to sow chaos? …

**THE DEADLIEST WEAPON** Byron Pitts and the cameras of 60 MINUTES spend two days traveling with a bomb-hunting unit in Afghanistan, witnessing a relentless succession of deadly devices. Tom Anderson produced the report. **B-REX** …

**The Price of Life's End** Many Americans spend their final days in intensive care, tethered to machines and undergoing invasive procedures in a desperate bid to extend life, often at a staggering expense. Steve Kroft reports, with Andy…

**CONGO GOLD** Five million lives have been lost in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a conflict largely driven by gold extraction. Warlords mine the precious metal and smuggle it to market, fueling a devastating war. Scott Pelley report…

CNN's Anderson Cooper reports on The Zone, Geoffrey Canada's compelling initiative in Harlem – the Harlem Children's Zone – which has demonstrably raised the academic standing of historically underperforming students in New York City to mat…

President Obama, in his first in-depth interview since his address regarding the troop increase in Afghanistan, discusses his strategies for both Afghanistan and Pakistan, addresses the state of the economy and job creation, and responds to…

**Water Scarcity** A three-year drought in California is intensifying a long-standing struggle over water resources, demanding difficult decisions. Lesley Stahl reports on the unfolding crisis. **Shadow Government** Henry Crumpton,…

**A Crack in the Swiss Vault** Swiss bank accounts long provided a haven for those seeking to conceal wealth, including American citizens attempting to evade taxes. However, Switzerland’s largest bank has disclosed previously confidentia…

**Border Security in Progress** – Steve Kroft examines the progress of the multi-billion dollar project to construct a virtual barrier along the U.S.-Mexican border. Years behind schedule, the initiative has completed only approximately one…

**HAITI** - Correspondent Byron Pitts reports from Haiti on the ongoing efforts of the U.S. Army’s 82nd Airborne Division to rescue, provide sustenance for, and safeguard the people of the nation devastated by the earthquake. **AMERICAN …

**THE QUIET PROFESSIONALS** – For an uncommon glimpse into the world of America’s elite Special Forces, *60 MINUTES* spent two months embedded with a Green Beret unit. The unit trained Afghan soldiers before deploying alongside them in comb…

**Made in the USA:** Could vital components for the equipment Iran employs in its uranium enrichment program originate from the United States? U.S. law enforcement officials assert that sensitive devices and electronics, potentially applica…

**BLACKWATER 61** – The call sign "Blackwater 61" identifies a plane operated by the government contractor Blackwater, which crashed into a mountain in Afghanistan, resulting in the deaths of all those aboard. The widow of one of the fallen…

**STEALING AMERICA'S SECRETS** In a revealing look at the clandestine world of espionage, *60 Minutes* presents an FBI videotape documenting a Defense Department employee providing classified information to a Chinese intelligence operati…

**INSIDE THE COLLAPSE** Michael Lewis, the author known for his insightful financial narratives, examines the story of a small group of Wall Street figures who recognized the fragility of the subprime mortgage market. They devised a stra…

## **NADA PROUTY: A Patriot's Plea** Nada Prouty, a former counterterrorism operative for both the FBI and CIA, now faces accusations of aiding terrorism. In an exclusive interview, she maintains her story is one of patriotic service. …

Morley Safer interviews Lori Andrews, a law professor who passionately argues for the individual ownership of one's genes. He also speaks with a lawyer and molecular biologist who believes the patenting of biotech genes is only the first st…

Tonight's program begins with a double-length report by Steve Kroft, featuring John Gotti Jr., the son of the notorious mob boss, John Gotti. Known as the "Dapper Don," among other names, the younger Gotti sought his father's approval by em…

Scott Pelley’s report exposes a disturbing network of medical fraud, detailing how unscrupulous individuals exploit vulnerable patients with false hopes of cures through stem cell treatments. Additionally, Katie Couric sits down with Al Pac…

Comedian Conan O'Brien gave his first interview since relinquishing his position on "The Tonight Show" to Jay Leno. Steve Kroft reports. The deadliest stretch of water in the United States is a deep canal along the California-Mexico bord…

Steve Kroft investigates the rise of domestic terrorism. Additionally, Scott Pelley accompanies Secretary of State Hillary Clinton on a journey. And Morley Safer examines the phenomenon of homeowners abandoning their mortgages despite being…

Tonight's "60 Minutes" features Scott Pelley's in-depth report on the Deepwater Horizon disaster. Bob Simon speaks with conductor Gustavo Dudamel, and Andy Rooney offers his perspective on the subject of gambling.

"Are They Safe?" explores the risks associated with phthalates, a class of chemical compounds prevalent in numerous plastics. "The Seed School" profiles a thriving public boarding school located in an urban environment. "Marty's Big Idea" f…

Tonight's programming features a segment from "The Deadliest Weapon," focusing on soldiers in Afghanistan tasked with locating roadside bombs. Following that, "Resurrecting the Extinct" presents a discussion with scientists dedicated to bri…

Tonight's program features a rebroadcast of "The Swindler," examining the fraudulent investment scheme orchestrated by Marc Dreier. Following that, "The Case Against Nada Prouty" returns, revisiting an investigation into a former FBI and CI…

"Sabotaging the System" presents a renewed examination of the vulnerability of global infrastructure to foreign cyberattacks, detailing how readily malicious actors could disrupt critical systems. "The Great Explorer" features a profile of …

*Assault on Pelindaba* presents a segment detailing an attack on a South African nuclear research facility. *The Liquidator* features a report on the individuals tasked with mitigating the fallout from Bernie Madoff's Ponzi scheme. *A Livin…

Blackwater 61 presents a re-examination of the crash involving an airline operated by a U.S. military contractor. "Fight for a Cure" features a rebroadcast of the segment detailing David Axelrod and his family's struggle with epilepsy. "Cam…

"The Great Migration" presents a renewed view of the vast movement of wildlife across East Africa. "The Secret Language of Elephants" offers a rebroadcast of a feature exploring scientists' efforts to decipher elephant communication. And "B…

"The Lost Children of Haiti" returns with a look at the ongoing challenges faced by children in the Caribbean nation in the wake of the devastating earthquake. "Kathryn Bigelow" presents a revisiting of the acclaimed profile of the Academy …

The Golf Company replayed a segment detailing visits to G Company in Afghanistan and their strategy for distinguishing combatants from civilians. Penelope Cruz's profile was shown again. Guiding Light aired a segment on the iconic, long-run…

"The Narrative" presents a segment exploring an ideology frequently employed to foster animosity toward Western cultures. "Growing Body Parts" reairs a conversation with scientists pioneering methods for regenerating lost body parts. "Tyler…

Tonight, *Out of the Shadows* returns to a story of CIA agent Hank Crumpton's efforts against the Taliban. *Discovery* features a reappearance of the segment detailing the discovery of a new human ancestor in South Africa. *Derek* presents …

"The Cost of Dying" returns with a segment examining the considerable expenses of end-of-life care. "The Patriarch" features a profile of the leader of the Eastern Orthodox Church. And "Chef Jose Andres" presents a profile of the renowned c…

Tonight's programming features a re-examination of the ways Swiss banks have facilitated the clandestine storage of fortunes abroad, in "A Crack in the Swiss Vault." Following that, we present "130 Million Tons of Waste," revisiting a repor…

"The Blowout" presents a revisiting of the Deepwater Horizon oil rig disaster segment. "The Russian is Coming" features a reappearance of the profile on Russian billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov's pursuit of an NBA team. And in his signature st…

Tonight's program features a re-examination of the case where an American intelligence analyst compromised national security by sharing classified information with China, under the title "Stealing America's Secrets." We also revisit "The Bl…

"60 Billion Dollar Fraud" presents a segment detailing the efforts of government agents combating Medicare fraud. "The Seed School" offers a rebroadcast of a feature on a thriving public boarding school in an urban environment. "Doubles" re…

"21st Century Snake Oil" presents a renewed examination of a medical fraudster exploiting hope with promises of miraculous cures derived from stem cells. "Beyonce" offers a reappearance of the program profiling the celebrated singer. "Andy…

"The Swindler" presents a segment revisiting the Ponzi scheme orchestrated by Marc Dreier. "White House Diary: Jimmy Carter" features an interview with the former president regarding his latest book. "Football Island" reairs a report on the…