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Eye Opener: Trump says US far from recession
President Trump says he's considering tax cuts to boost the economy, while he dismisses the threat of a recession. Also, police arrest two more people, accused of saying they wanted to attack a school and a church. All that and all that matters in today's Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds.
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Search intensifies for missing firefighters
The massive search for two firemen, lost at sea, is ramping up. The men were last seen Friday, when they headed out for a fishing trip off the Florida coast. Mireya Villarreal reports.
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Trump administration unveils rule to detain migrant families longer
The White House hopes to upend a landmark court settlement that has governed the care of migrant children in U.S. custody for two decades
Epstein wasn't on sex offender list in New Mexico, site of his ranch
A legal loophole enabled him to be removed from the list; Epstein is accused of abusing girls at the ranch in 1996 and between 2007 and 2010
Two more people arrested after alleged mass shooting threats
A 15-year-old vowed online to "kill 7 people at a minimum," and a 38-year-old stands accused of plotting a mass shooting at a Memphis church
Man accused of murdering mom may blame someone else
Newly released court documents indicate that Patrick Frazee could be mounting a defense that will blame someone else when his trial starts in October
How much a family with good health insurance spent last year
Employee health care costs have risen twice as fast as wages—those with coverage pay thousands of dollars more
Former VA pathologist charged in deaths of 3 veterans
Federal prosecutors say Dr. Robert Levy showed up for work impaired, misdiagnosed patients and falsified records to cover up his errors
Where the 2020 candidates stand on transgender issues
The 2020 candidates promise to address health care and criminal justice concerns for transgender people
Walmart sues Tesla over fires at stores with its solar panels
The retailer alleges the solar panels caught fire at seven stores, resulting in millions of dollars in damages
Watch: Spacewalk installs key upgrade to station
The new port will allow two U.S. commercial crew ships to dock at the space station at the same time
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Why Trump's payroll tax cut wouldn't do much for the economy
As the White House vacillates over another another tax cut, economists of all political stripes say: Don't bother
Man charged in death of Anguilla hotel worker facing death threats
Scott Hapgood is facing manslaughter charges in Anguilla for the death of Kenny Mitchel
Why U.S. Steel, a showcase for Trump, is laying off workers
Donald Trump has touted his steel tariffs as bolstering U.S. Steel, but market stagnation is hurting demand
Trump postpones meeting with leader over refusal to sell Greenland
President scraps trip to Denmark for now and puts off meeting with Danish prime minister, who said Greenland is "not for sale"
Cardinal George Pell loses appeal of sex abuse convictions
Australian court upholds unanimous jury verdict that most senior Catholic to be found guilty of sexually abusing kids molested two choirboys in late 1990s
Black hole possibly swallowed neutron star, causing ripples in space
The cosmic collision could be the first example of a black hole colliding with a neutron star — possibly offering new insights into the expansion of the universe
Shark bites woman twice as she swims in Hawaii bay
Officials said it's possibly a 6-foot black-tip reef shark; unidentified woman had injuries to her lower back and right hip area
Kaepernick reveals what led him to protest during anthem
Kaepernick said he felt compelled to take action after the death of Mario Woods, who was shot 20 times by police
Larry King files for divorce from his 7th wife
The 85-year-old talk show host is seeking to end his 22 year marriage to Shawn King; he's been married 8 times to 7 different women and has 5 kids
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CBS This Morning
Two arrested after alleged shooting threats
Two more people accused of mass shooting threats are under arrest. In the weeks after the deadly shootings in Gilroy, California, El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, police have broken up alleged plots in several states, including Connecticut, Florida, Ohio, Missouri, Illinois and Washington. Jericka Duncan reports.
Man who killed resort worker facing threats
A lawyer for a Connectucit man charged with killing a Caribbean resort worker says her client is receiving threats of violence. CBS News has obtained voicemails with some of the threats against Scott Hapgood. He's expected in an Anguilla court Thursday in connection with the death of Kenny Mitchel. Hapgood says Mitchel attacked him in his hotel room. Errol Barnett reports.
US envoy resumes peace talks with Taliban
The U.S. envoy negotiating to end America's longest war is resuming talks with the Taliban in Qatar on Wednesday. After nearly 18 years of fighting in Afghanistan, it's not just the Taliban that concerns the U.S. ISIS is also a threat. Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Trump downplays recession concerns
President Trump is making plans to try and prevent an economic downturn, even as he rejects the idea a recession could be on the way. For the first time Tuesday, the president said he's considering various tax cuts to boost the economy. At the same time, retailers like Home Depot, Kohl's, and JC Penney warn that the trade war with China is hurting their businesses and may force consumers to pay higher prices. Ben Tracy reports.
Touching moment between waiter and veteran
A Pennsylvania waiter is gaining national attention for his unexpected act of kindness toward an elderly customer. Facebook photos show Eat'n Park server Dylan Tetil joining a 91-year-old military veteran at his dinner table. After kneeling down to take his order, Dylan realized the man could use some company.
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Where the 2020 candidates stand on transgender issues
The 2020 candidates promise to address health care and criminal justice concerns for transgender people
RNC ramps up ground game to bolster Trump campaign in key states
The RNC and the Trump Victory Committee launched an "Open for Business" tour last week
Warren releases plan to reduce mass incarceration
"It's not equal justice when a kid with an ounce of pot can get thrown in jail, while a bank executive who launders money for a drug cartel can get a bonus," the 2020 candidate wrote
Biden launches first TV ad in Iowa
Biden joins Kamala Harris, Tom Steyer and Kirsten Gillibrand on the Iowa airwaves with this ad buy
2020 Daily Trail Markers: DSCC raises $4.8 million in July
The haul marks a high point in fundraising for an off-year July for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee
Red & Blue
Red & Blue
Trump postpones meeting with Danish prime minister
President Trump has canceled a planned trip to Denmark over the prime minister's apparent unwillingness in discussing the possible sale of Greenland. The president announced on Twitter the meeting with Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen would be rescheduled.
8/20/19: Red and Blue
Pres. Trump on boosting the U.S. economy; Gingrich's push to Trump on cheap moon plan.
Trump considering new tax cut
President Trump confirmed Tuesday that the White House is looking to roll out another tax cut, as economists warn of an oncoming recession. Washington Post chief correspondent Dan Balz and Politico's White House reporter Nancy Cook join CBSN's "Red & Blue" with details.
Julián Castro qualifies for next debate
Former Housing and Urban Development Secretary Julián Castro is the latest Democratic candidate to qualify for September's debates, thanks to a new national poll putting him at 2%. But how well do national polls reflect what's happening on the campaign trail? CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns joined "Red & Blue" to explain.
Jill Biden: Joe is the most electable
Former Vice President Joe Biden's wife Jill has a simple pitch on the campaign trail: her husband has the best shot to beat President Trump. CBS News campaign reporters Bo Erickson, Nicole Sganga, and Adam Brewster joined "Red & Blue" to break down how this message is playing out among Democratic voters.
The Uplift: Stories That Inspire
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98-year-old "bag boy" gets birthday surprise
Bartholomeo "Bennie" Ficeto works two days a week and refuses to take a break – in fact, he wants to pick up an extra shift
Maddy Freking wows fans at 2019 Little League World Series
Freking is only the 19th girl to play in the Little League World Series since the gender line was broken in 1974
Ohio boy donates $15,000 earned at county fair to St. Jude
Diesel Pippert earned thousands selling livestock — and wise beyond his years, he gave it to kids who need it more
Couple with Down syndrome proved the critics wrong
Kris and Paul met in 1993 and eventually became one of the first couples in the world with Down syndrome to get married
4-year-old in wheelchair in awe of Ulta ad
A Virginia girl with a genetic disorder is inspiring others with her reaction to a beauty ad. Four-year-old Maren Anderson stopped to admire an Ulta beauty model who uses a wheelchair, just like she does. Her parents said the ad shows the power of inclusivity. Ulta says it is now trying to arrange for Maren and the model to meet in person.
"It's doing something good": Women brighten lives of seniors with memory loss
The Bloomington, Minnesota, pair rearrange up to nearly a thousand bouquets a month, with 150 volunteers working five days a week
30-year-old with special needs taken in by former teacher
When he was found wandering alone, Chris Barrington remembered only one name: his junior high teacher
Hospital honors Marine who missed his graduation for surgery
After surviving boot camp, Micah Wooten was looking forward to graduation — until he had to be rushed to the hospital for emergency surgery
Taylor Swift sends fan $6,000 for tuition
"Ayesha, get your learn on, girl!" Swift wrote with the money transfer
CBSN Originals
CBSN Originals
A climate reckoning in the heartland
A historic flood in March 2019 left much of America's heartland under water. Grain farmers already struggling to bounce back from the Chinese trade war must now grapple with the realities of climate change that threaten to change the future of farming forever. Now, some farmers are implementing practices that could potentially reverse the effects of climate change – and provide a bigger profit. In this CBSN Originals documentary, Adam Yamaguchi travels to Nebraska, where he meets two farmers on different paths, both determined to pass their legacies on to the next generation.
Powerless: The high cost of cheap gas
When the U.S. declared the discovery of natural gas reserves large enough to propel the country to energy independence, property owners in West Virginia could never have imagined how that discovery might affect them. CBSN Originals and ProPublica traveled to West Virginia's "gas patch" to meet landowners Beth Crowder and David Wentz, a once-married couple who found themselves in the crosshairs of Big Gas and joined forces to fight back.
Fake news, real consequences: The woman fighting disinformation
As the 2016 U.S. election illustrated, social media has become a powerful tool for disinformation and propaganda. Today, the Philippines is center stage in that battle as its government leverages platforms like Facebook to combat its critics — particularly the media. And, as President Rodrigo Duterte continues to consolidate power, many wonder if democracy in the U.S. is at risk.
Trophy hunting: Killing or conservation?
CBSN Originals goes inside the closely guarded world of trophy hunting, to find out whether hunting helps or harms the long-term survival of wildlife in one of Africa’s premier destinations.
The price of getting a period in America
Menstruation is one of the most taboo topics in the world, and for millions of American women, there's a high price to pay for that stigma. This CBSN Originals documentary looks at how some women are trying to change that.
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Watch: Spacewalk installs key upgrade to station
The new port will allow two U.S. commercial crew ships to dock at the space station at the same time
Cardinal George Pell loses appeal of sex abuse convictions
Australian court upholds unanimous jury verdict that most senior Catholic to be found guilty of sexually abusing kids molested two choirboys in late 1990s
Smoke plumes from Amazon rainforest fires spotted from space
The sky in Sao Paulo, Brazil, went dark Monday due to the smoke carried in from nearly 1,700 miles away
Trump postpones meeting with Danish leader over refusal to sell Greenland
President scraps trip to Denmark for now and puts off meeting with Danish prime minister, who said Greenland is "not for sale"
Migrants stranded off Italy rescued after 19 days at sea
Italy's interior minister banned migrant rescue vessels from docking in Italy
U.S.
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Parkland shooting survivors propose gun control plan
March for Our Lives leaders unveil the Peace Plan for a Safer America, aiming to get at the root causes of gun violence
Trump administration unveils rule to detain migrant families for longer
The White House hopes to upend a landmark court settlement that has governed the care of migrant children in U.S. custody for two decades
Watch: Spacewalk installs key upgrade to station
The new port will allow two U.S. commercial crew ships to dock at the space station at the same time
Walmart sues Tesla over fires at stores with its solar panels
The retailer alleges the solar panels caught fire at seven stores, resulting in millions of dollars in damages
Man accused of murdering mom may blame someone else at trial
Newly released court documents indicate that Patrick Frazee could be mounting a defense that will blame someone else when his trial starts in October
Politics
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Parkland shooting survivors propose gun control plan
March for Our Lives leaders unveil the Peace Plan for a Safer America, aiming to get at the root causes of gun violence
Trump administration unveils rule to detain migrant families for longer
The White House hopes to upend a landmark court settlement that has governed the care of migrant children in U.S. custody for two decades
Where the 2020 candidates stand on transgender issues
The 2020 candidates promise to address health care and criminal justice concerns for transgender people
Transcript: Jim Sciutto on "Intelligence Matters"
This week, on "Intelligence Matters," Michael Morell speaks with CNN's Jim Sciutto about his new book, "The Shadow Wars," about how Russia and China are leveraging different tools, strategies and battlefields to counter the U.S. below the threshold of armed conflict
Trump: Jewish people who vote for Democrats show "great disloyalty"
"I think any Jewish people that vote for a Democrat — I think it shows either a total lack of knowledge or great disloyalty," Trump said Tuesday, outraging Jewish American organizations
Entertainment
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Sebastian Maniscalco talks hosting the VMA's
Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco is well known for getting a lot of laughs with his observational comedy. His four-show run at New York’s Madison Square Garden earlier this year, broke records for ticket sales. It was the highest-grossing comedy event in North America, according to Billboard, beating the record set by Dave Chappelle in 2014. Sebastian is getting ready to host the MTV Video Music Awards next week. He joins “CBS This Morning†to discuss how he is preparing for his very first gig as an award show host.
Woodstock at 50, in the words, and music, of those who were there
A half-century after a mass of humanity converged on a farm in Bethel, N.Y. for three days of peace and music, musicians and concert-goers recall a unique moment for their generation
Larry King files for divorce from his 7th wife
The 85-year-old talk show host is seeking to end his 22 year marriage to Shawn King; he's been married 8 times to 7 different women and has 5 kids
Keanu Reeves and Carrie Anne-Moss are returning for "Matrix 4"
Get ready to re-enter the Matrix
Chef Michael Solomonov's note to self: "Cooking will be your salvation"
"You, my friend, will be experiencing pain so agonizing that, even if I tried, I could not fully explain"
Technology
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Facebook will let users hide off-Facebook activity
Users will be able to control Facebook Pixel and other tools the company uses to collect user data on other sites
More than 20 Texas local governments face ransomware attack
Cyberattack typically spreads through malicious links in emails and has crippled a string of cities in recent years
Proposed laws could change how consumers get smartphones repaired
Twenty states are considering so-called "Right to Repair" bills to allow electronics to be fixed without jeopardizing quality or voiding warranties
Coming soon to Netflix: Movie trailers crafted by AI
Streaming giant is investing in tech that can automate part of the trailer-making process for its massive library
Funeral homes now live streaming memorial services
Roughly 20% of funeral homes in U.S. offer an online option to grieving family and friends who can't attend the event
Science
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Smoke plumes from Amazon rainforest fires spotted from space
The sky in Sao Paulo, Brazil, went dark Monday due to the smoke carried in from nearly 1,700 miles away
Black hole possibly swallowed neutron star, causing ripples in space
The cosmic collision could be the first example of a black hole colliding with a neutron star — possibly offering new insights into the expansion of the universe
World's largest highway overpass for wildlife on track in Calif.
$87 million bridge will enable all sorts of species to cross in search of food, mates, space without risk of becoming roadkill and aid conservation efforts
500 million bees drop dead in Brazil in 3 months
Lab research pointed to pesticides with neonicotinoids and fipronil — products banned in Europe — as the main cause of death
NASA program "OMG" trying to find out how fast Greenland's ice is melting
Ice lost in Greenland means higher sea levels around the world. "Oceans Melting Greenland," a NASA program in its fourth year, is studying the melt.
Health
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How much a family with good health insurance spent last year
Employee health care costs have risen twice as fast as wages—those with coverage pay thousands of dollars more
U.S. won't give flu vaccines to migrants in border detention centers
Three migrant children have died in the past year from the flu
What parents should know about dietary supplements for kids
"A pill isn't going to make you do better on a test... A pill won't help you make the varsity team. Food will, exercise will, studying will."
Planned Parenthood exits Title X program, rejects "gag order"
"For too many people struggling to make ends meet, it may be that they may go without care," said Planned Parenthood's new leader, Alexis McGill Johnson
Juul raises $325 million despite growing health concerns
Facing stricter regulation in the U.S., the vaping company has been pushing to expand overseas
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Why Trump's payroll tax cut wouldn't do much for the economy
As the White House vacillates over another another tax cut, economists of all political stripes say: Don't bother
Hedge funds making millions off Europe's killer heat waves
Carbon-emission credits are hotter than ever on Wall Street, attracting investors eager to cash in on climate change
Walmart sues Tesla over fires at stores with its solar panels
The retailer alleges the solar panels caught fire at seven stores, resulting in millions of dollars in damages
Why U.S. Steel, a showcase for Trump, is laying off workers
Donald Trump has touted his steel tariffs as bolstering U.S. Steel, but market stagnation is hurting demand
How much a family with good health insurance spent last year
Employee health care costs have risen twice as fast as wages—those with coverage pay thousands of dollars more
Crime
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Man accused of murdering mom may blame someone else at trial
Newly released court documents indicate that Patrick Frazee could be mounting a defense that will blame someone else when his trial starts in October
America's deadliest mass shootings
These are the deadliest mass shootings in American history
Two more people arrested after alleged mass shooting threats
A 15-year-old vowed online to "kill 7 people at a minimum," and a 38-year-old stands accused of plotting a mass shooting at a Memphis church
Possible new twist in case of missing mom
Newly released court documents suggest Patrick Frazee, the Colorado man accused of murdering his fiancée Kelsey Berreth, may be mounting a defense that will blame someone else when he stands trial in October. Janet Shamlian reports.
Former VA pathologist charged in deaths of 3 veterans
Federal prosecutors say Dr. Robert Levy showed up for work impaired, misdiagnosed patients and falsified records to cover up his errors
Space
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Watch: Spacewalk installs key upgrade to station
The new port will allow two U.S. commercial crew ships to dock at the space station at the same time
Black hole possibly swallowed neutron star, causing ripples in space
The cosmic collision could be the first example of a black hole colliding with a neutron star — possibly offering new insights into the expansion of the universe
NASA's step forward in new moon plan
NASA has moved a step closer in resuming human space missions since the program was shuttered in 2011. CBS News' Marc Liverman reports from Huntsville, Alabama, where NASA announced it will manage the building of the new human lunar lander.
NASA picks Alabama space center for moon lander program
The lander is a critical element in NASA's plans to return astronauts to the moon in 2024
Milky Way black hole emits mysterious light flare
Scientists spot a flare of light coming from a black hole in the Milky Way. Syracuse University physics professor Duncan Brown explains to CBSN how the mysterious event may have occurred.
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Jason Corbett murder: A look at the evidence
In August 2015, former FBI agent Tom Martens and his daughter Molly Corbett admitted killing her Irish-born husband Jason Corbett, insisting they beat him in self-defense with a brick paver and a baseball bat because Jason was choking Molly and threatening to kill her
Michael Gargiulo case: Stabbing deaths of three women linked to suspected serial killer
Investigators link murders of Tricia Pacaccio, Ashley Ellerin and Maria Bruno to same suspect: Michael Gargiulo
The worst movies of 2019
The worst films of the year star big name actors, including Keanu Reeves, Anne Hathaway, and Chris Hemsworth.
The Oddities & Curiosities Expo
A traveling exhibition of gothic and occult art, sideshow performers, and bizarre specimens stopped outside Chicago, where CBS News photographer Jake Barlow took in the odd sights
New York's Central Park
America's first major landscaped public park, the 840-acre park in Manhattan welcomes more than 37 million visitors every year
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Lawsuit: Epstein arranged sex on work release
New lawsuits filed by three women this week accuse Jeffrey Epstein sexual abuse, and one of the women claims he continued his criminal behavior while he was on work release from the Palm Beach County jail in Florida in 2008. Casey Frank, a senior editor for the Miami Herald, joined CBSN with more on the allegations.
NJ cops reunite homeless man with family
A homeless man was reunited with his family after almost a quarter century, thanks to the kindness of two New Jersey police officers. Video shows 61-year-old Jose Lopez tearfully hugging his daughters and grandchildren last week. He lost touch with his family after he moved to Florida, suffered several strokes and ended up homeless. Determined to find them, Lopez spent all the money in his social security account to travel to New Jersey.
Sebastian Maniscalco talks hosting the VMA's
Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco is well known for getting a lot of laughs with his observational comedy. His four-show run at New York’s Madison Square Garden earlier this year, broke records for ticket sales. It was the highest-grossing comedy event in North America, according to Billboard, beating the record set by Dave Chappelle in 2014. Sebastian is getting ready to host the MTV Video Music Awards next week. He joins “CBS This Morning†to discuss how he is preparing for his very first gig as an award show host.
A climate reckoning in the heartland
A historic flood in March 2019 left much of America's heartland under water. Grain farmers already struggling to bounce back from the Chinese trade war must now grapple with the realities of climate change that threaten to change the future of farming forever. Now, some farmers are implementing practices that could potentially reverse the effects of climate change – and provide a bigger profit. In this CBSN Originals documentary, Adam Yamaguchi travels to Nebraska, where he meets two farmers on different paths, both determined to pass their legacies on to the next generation.
L.A. one step closer to wildlife crossing
Los Angeles is famous for its freeways and now it's one step closer to building a major thoroughfare just for wildlife. An overpass estimated to cost $88 million is in its final design phase. It will allow mountain lions and other animals to roam more freely. Officials say it could help them avoid extinction. Carter Evans reports.
