CDC revises down number of vaping-related illnesses
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and state officials have been investigating an outbreak that began materializing in the Midwest in July
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CDC warns consumers to stop smoking e-cigs
The Centers for Disease Control is warning people to stop using e-cigarettes, after the number of possible cases of vaping-related lung illnesses has more than doubled in a month. Currently, there are more than 450 possible cases in 33 states, and health officials say at least five deaths are likely linked to vaping. Dr. Jon LaPook joins “CBS This Morning Saturday” to discuss the cases.
CDC urges halt to vaping
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is asking people to stop vaping, as it investigates a fifth death potentially linked to e-cigarettes. The number of cases of severe lung illness possibly caused by vaping has surged to more than 450 in 33 states. Dr. Tara Narula introduces us to the parents of a Colorado college freshman who say vaping nearly took their daughter's life.
Parents say vaping nearly took their daughter's life
The college freshman, who'd been vaping for more than two years, vows she will never vape again after ending up in the ICU
High school students doubt efforts to reduce teen vaping will work
Three New Jersey high school students spoke with "CBS This Morning" about whether new measures to curb teen vaping would actually work
Milwaukee urges residents to stop vaping immediately
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said 193 people in 22 states have contracted severe respiratory illnesses after vaping
What parents need to know about their kids vaping
Juul Labs CEO Kevin Burns acknowledges we don't yet know the long-term effects of vaping. Dr. Tara Narula has tips for parents who may be concerned for their kids
Vaping teen spends 10 days on a ventilator after lungs fail
"The major point that I would like to get across to parents is that e-cigarettes are not safe"
New warnings of link between lung disease in teens and e-cigarettes
Minnesota became the third state where serious injuries linked to e-cigarettes were reported in the last month
FDA launches TV ads featuring magician to fight teen vaping
The Centers for Disease Control says more than 1 in 5 high school students and nearly 1 in 20 middle school students vape
FDA investigates link between vaping & seizures
FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb says the administration is investigating a possible link between e-cigarette usage and seizures in kids and young adults. Between 2010 and 2019, there were 35 reports of people suffering from seizures after vaping. Dr. Derek Chong, vice chair of neurology at Lenox Hill Hospital, joins CBSN with a look at the reports.
FDA chief weighs ban on pod-based e-cigs
Outgoing FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb says the agency could move to ban e-cigarette pods to stop teenagers from using them. In his only network TV interview during his final week in office, Gottlieb told Dr. Jon LaPook the companies that make e-cigarettes must do more to prevent minors from getting hold of them. LaPook joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the teen vaping and e-cigarette debate.
Outgoing FDA head says strict action on e-cigs may be needed
Scott Gottlieb spoke to CBS News' Dr. Jon LaPook about the dangers of e-cigarettes
Nation's first e-cigarette ban proposed in San Francisco
Bill would bar them until FDA reviews their health effects; anti-tobacco activists say e-cigarette makers such as Juul target young people
Walgreens tops list for illegal cigarette sales to minors
FDA says the drugstore chain has racked up nearly 1,800 violations for selling tobacco products to children
Deadly vape pen explosions raise concerns
Malfunctioning e-cigarettes have been blamed for multiple injuries and even deaths. Chris D'ella joined CBSN to talk about the dangers of vape pens. His son died after a pen exploded in May 2018.
Impact of nicotine in e-cigarettes for teens
The American Academy of Pediatrics called for new federal regulations in an effort to discourage children and teenagers from using e-cigarettes. They propose setting a minimum age of 21 to buy the products, as well as banning online sales and youth-targeted marketing. Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the risks of e-cigarettes.
Vaping among teens, kids "threatens five decades" of gains, experts say
American Academy of Pediatrics says 20% of high school students, 5% of middle school students use e-cigarettes, call for more federal regulation
Vaping has created teen nicotine addicts with few treatment options
The options for treating nicotine addiction in children is limited at a time when teen vaping is exploding in popularity.
Marlboro maker Altria buys one third of Juul
The company behind Marlboro cigarettes makes investment that values all of vape company Juul Brands at $38 billion
Surgeon General on teen vaping "epidemic"
Regular use of e-cigarettes by high school students spiked 75 percent last year, and the U.S. Surgeon General is urging stronger action to reverse the trend. CBS News' Mola Lenghi reports.
Vaping booming in U.S. high schools, survey finds
Doubled use of e-cigarettes this year was biggest one-year rise in survey's 44-year history, far beyond a mid-1970s surge in pot smoking
Big Tobacco not sweating proposed curb on flavored cigarettes
Industry analysts say it could take years for the feds to stamp out menthol smokes, and cigarette companies will fight
FDA seeks menthol cigarette ban
The Food and Drug Administration said it will seek a nationwide ban on menthol cigarettes. It also plans to put new restrictions on flavored e-cigarettes. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook explains.
FDA proposes ban on menthol cigarettes, e-cig restrictions
The agency announced it will still allow sales of flavored e-cigarettes in retail stores, but only in closed-off areas that are inaccessible to minors
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U.S.-Iran peace deal to be signed Sunday, Trump says
President Trump said the Strait of Hormuz will be reopened "immediately," once the memorandum of understanding is signed.
Knicks capture first NBA title in 53 years
The New York Knicks captured their first NBA championship in 53 years with a 94-90 win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals.
Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center, court filing says
A federal appellate court denied a last-minute attempt by the Trump administration to stop the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center on Friday.
With uncertainty around H-1B visa fee, U.S. businesses unsure how to move forward
Earlier this week, a federal judge invalidated the White House's $100,000 H-1B fee policy in response to a lawsuit brought by 20 states.
"It rips my heart apart": U.S. military veteran calls on ICE to release wife
An American citizen who served in the Army and the Texas National Guard for roughly 20 years is desperately urging immigration officials to release his wife, who is facing deportation to Honduras.
Equipment stolen from England's World Cup team recovered, BBC says
Footwear and soccer balls were among the items taken, the BBC reported, but the theft did not include anything "game-critical."
NBA star James Harden arrested in Houston for unlawful carrying of a weapon
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
Fighter jet crashes in Washington state, sparking wildfire
A pilot survived after a fighter jet crashed into a mountain Saturday afternoon in Yakima County, Washington, sparking a wildfire, officials said.
Body found outside Tijuana stadium where Iran team is training for World Cup
Mexican authorities are investigating how a corpse ended up outside a stadium in the border city of Tijuana, where Iran's national team has been training for the World Cup.
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Fighter jet crashes in Washington state, sparking wildfire
A pilot survived after a fighter jet crashed into a mountain Saturday afternoon in Yakima County, Washington, sparking a wildfire, officials said.
How an Iowa woman became a key witness in her own murder
The last words spoken by Angela Prichard, 55, an Iowa wife and mother who called 911 to report she was in danger, was the first clue investigators had to identify her killer.
With uncertainty around H-1B visa fee, U.S. businesses unsure how to move forward
Earlier this week, a federal judge invalidated the White House's $100,000 H-1B fee policy in response to a lawsuit brought by 20 states.
Ford recalls over 250K Focus models over engine stall risk
Ford is recalling more than 250,000 vehicles that were incorrectly repaired under a previous recall meant to fix a problem that caused the engine to stall while driving, according to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration.
NBA star James Harden arrested in Houston for unlawful carrying of a weapon
NBA star James Harden was booked into jail and released on bond less than 2 hours later.
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With uncertainty around H-1B visa fee, U.S. businesses unsure how to move forward
Earlier this week, a federal judge invalidated the White House's $100,000 H-1B fee policy in response to a lawsuit brought by 20 states.
DOJ paves way for Paramount Skydance to buy Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm U.S. consumers or weaken competition, DOJ antitrust enforcers said.
As SpaceX IPO launches, Texans near its Starbase HQ are mixed on the company
SpaceX's arrival in the region has been good for business, some Brownsville, Texas, residents say, while others rue its impact on the local community.
Former SpaceX welder becomes a millionaire after historic IPO
Juan Hernandez, a former SpaceX employee, owns 6,500 company shares. On the first day of public trading, his wealth ballooned by $1,046,175.
Why the liberal arts can help young Americans prepare for the era of AI
The advent of AI puts a premium on developing skills like critical thinking and communication, according to education experts. The liberal arts can help.
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"It rips my heart apart": U.S. military veteran calls on ICE to release wife
An American citizen who served in the Army and the Texas National Guard for roughly 20 years is desperately urging immigration officials to release his wife, who is facing deportation to Honduras.
Trump says U.S. killed Tren de Aragua leader in airstrike in Venezuela
The U.S. military has killed Niño Guerrero, the alleged leader of Venezuela-based gang Tren de Aragua, President Trump announced Friday.
DOJ paves way for Paramount Skydance to buy Warner Bros. Discovery
Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery would not harm U.S. consumers or weaken competition, DOJ antitrust enforcers said.
Ohio voting rights group facing criminal fraud investigation, sources say
The FBI executed a search warrant at the office of an Ohio-based group known for its voter registration work as part of an ongoing fraud-related investigation, sources told CBS News.
Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center, court filing says
A federal appellate court denied a last-minute attempt by the Trump administration to stop the removal of President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center on Friday.
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Her Stage IV cancer had no symptoms. Innovative surgery saved her life.
A chance emergency room visit led to Amy Piccoli's diagnosis with late-stage colorectal cancer.
FDA approves new sunscreen ingredient
The FDA approved a new ingredient for sunscreen that's been in use in Europe for years. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
New sunscreen option wins FDA approval after years of delay
A sunscreen ingredient that's been available in Europe, Japan and South Korea for years has finally been approved by the FDA for sale in the U.S.
Safety concerns over weight loss drug
There's a new safety concern about doctors prescribing one experimental weight loss treatment, retatrutide, that hasn't even been FDA approved yet. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
How an experimental weight-loss drug is being openly promoted by physicians
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
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Body found outside Tijuana stadium where Iran team is training for World Cup
Mexican authorities are investigating how a corpse ended up outside a stadium in the border city of Tijuana, where Iran's national team has been training for the World Cup.
Ukrainian drone attack kills 1, injures 3 in southern Russia
Ukraine's General Staff said that its forces had hit an oil preparation and pumping station overnight in Russia's Volgograd region.
Police dress up as World Cup mascots to carry out drug sting
The officers in mascot costumes used a metal sledgehammer to break down a door to enter with colleagues.
Armed men kidnap respected security expert in gang-wracked Haiti
James Boyard is the cabinet director of Haiti's Defense Ministry and also serves as inspector general of Haiti's police.
Equipment stolen from England's World Cup team recovered, BBC says
Footwear and soccer balls were among the items taken, the BBC reported, but the theft did not include anything "game-critical."
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6/13: Saturday Morning
The White House is readying for Sunday's UFC event as questions remain over peace negotiations with Iran. Plus, the U.S. dominated Paraguay 4-1 in the team's first World Cup game.
Young the Giant performs "Mind Over Matter"
Young the Giant broke out in 2010 with hits like "My Body" and "Cough Syrup," which boast more than 400 million streams on Spotify. Their latest record, "Victory Garden," is out now. Here's Young the Giant performing "Mind Over Matter."
Young the Giant performs "Evergreen"
Young the Giant broke out in 2010 with hits like "My Body" and "Cough Syrup," which boast more than 400 million streams on Spotify. Their latest record, "Victory Garden," is out now. Here's Young the Giant performing "Evergreen."
Young the Giant performs "Different Kind of Love"
Young the Giant broke out in 2010 with hits like "My Body" and "Cough Syrup," which boast more than 400 million streams on Spotify. Their latest record, "Victory Garden," is out now. Here's Young the Giant performing "Different Kind of Love."
DOJ approves Paramount-Warner Bros. merger
The Justice Department has given the merger between CBS News' parent company, Paramount Skydance, and Warner Bros. Discovery the green light. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has the latest.
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As SpaceX IPO launches, Texans near its Starbase HQ are mixed on the company
SpaceX's arrival in the region has been good for business, some Brownsville, Texas, residents say, while others rue its impact on the local community.
SpaceX expansion plans impact local community
Residents near SpaceX's South Texas campus have mixed opinions about Elon Musk's company and its plans to expand operations. CBS News' Jason Allen reports from Starbase, Texas.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Why the liberal arts can help young Americans prepare for the era of AI
The advent of AI puts a premium on developing skills like critical thinking and communication, according to education experts. The liberal arts can help.
Uproar over planned data center near zoo
Residents are protesting plans for a 70,000-square-foot data center near the Nashville Zoo. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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How an Iowa woman became a key witness in her own murder
The last words spoken by Angela Prichard, 55, an Iowa wife and mother who called 911 to report she was in danger, was the first clue investigators had to identify her killer.
Police dress up as World Cup mascots to carry out drug sting
The officers in mascot costumes used a metal sledgehammer to break down a door to enter with colleagues.
Armed men kidnap respected security expert in gang-wracked Haiti
James Boyard is the cabinet director of Haiti's Defense Ministry and also serves as inspector general of Haiti's police.
Texas shooting kills at least 1, injures 10
On Wednesday, a 45-year-old gunman opened fire on police in Midland, Texas, allegedly refusing to surrender to police. He fled, finally barricading himself in an abandoned veterinary building and shooting wildly. All of those shot were civilians. The gunman was found dead on Friday, with the FBI and state agencies investigating. Jason Allen has more.
Midland gunman was on the run before shooting
At least one person is dead, and 10 others are injured after a gunman opened fire in Midland, Texas, on Friday. The shooter died after a standoff with police. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen reports.
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
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Game 5 of NBA Finals in San Antonio
Game 5 of the NBA Finals is in San Antonio on Saturday, and the big question is whether the Knicks clinch or the Spurs survive. Game 4 was the most-watched game ever on social media with 3 billion views and counting. Doug Williams reports from San Antonio.
Business owner says he relies on H-1B visas
This week, a federal judge struck down the Trump administration's $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas. The much higher fee was intended to prevent foreign workers from taking American jobs. But some business owners say the U.S. depends on that talent. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Royal family watches Royal Air Force flyover
The Royal family gathered on the balcony at Buckingham Palace on Saturday to greet the crowds and watch a Royal Air Force flyover in celebration of the king. Holly Williams has more from London.
U.S. men win first World Cup match
The heat is on for the World Cup and so is the temperature. Saturday's matches will be played with the mercury in the 80s. Nicole Valdes reports on the U.S.'s dominating debut.
U.S., Iran say a deal is close
Despite President Trump's optimism that a deal with Iran could come as early as Sunday, Iranian leaders insist any deal with the White House is still days away. Imtiaz Tyab reports.