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Eye Opener: Pentagon puts troops on alert
The Pentagon is preparing 8,500 U.S. troops for a possible deployment to Eastern Europe. Also, a medical examiner says a Connecticut woman died accidentally, but her family doesn’t believe it. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Here Comes The Sun: Kirsten Dunst, Marcel Duchamp
Kirsten Dunst has spent the better part of her life in front of the camera. In a “Here Comes The Sun” exclusive, she discusses freedom from fear and other lessons learned from acting. We also have a story on influential artist Marcel Duchamp that may leave you asking, “Is that art?” “Here Comes The Sun” is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on “CBS Sunday Morning.”
Family charged $1,000+ without seeing doctor
Dhaval Bhatt's toddler went to the emergency room after he burned his hand on the stove. His son was not seen by a doctor, but Bhatt's hospital bill still totaled more than $1,000. Kaiser Health News' Editor-in-Chief Dr. Elisabeth Rosenthal breaks down how this happened and what you should know before visiting an emergency room.
Florida orange crops in crisis
Prices for oranges and orange juice are on the rise as demand grows, but the supply is being squeezed by a disease affecting Florida's crops. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports.
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What a Russian attack on Ukraine might look like
While some 100,000 Russian troops massed along Ukraine's borders fuels fear of a full-scale invasion, recent history suggests Vladimir Putin prefers more secretive tactics.
London police investigating lockdown parties at U.K. leader's home
After weeks of damning allegations of boozy gatherings at Prime Minister Boris Johnson's official residence, police have changed tack and decided to investigate.
Pilot ejects before U.S. combat jet crashes into aircraft carrier; 7 hurt
The pilot was able to eject before the aircraft slammed into the flight deck of the USS Carl Vinson and then fell into the water.
Stocks tumble again as investors await Fed decision
Wall Street analysts expect the central bank this week to signal that it will raise interest rates starting in March.
Biden refers to Fox News correspondent as "stupid son of a bitch"
Fox News' Peter Doocy asked the president whether inflation will be a political liability.
Black sheriff fired White deputy over alleged racism, lawsuit says
Aaron Appelhans, Wyoming's first Black sheriff, made the move last year. The suit, from a Black deputy who quit, details what it says were years of torment by the white one.
Pfizer starting study of vaccine geared toward Omicron variant
The new U.S. study is enrolling up to 1,420 healthy adults, ages 18 to 55, to test the updated Omicron-based shots for use as a booster or for primary vaccinations
U.S. considering controlling exports to Russia if it invades Ukraine
The U.S. is considering depriving Russia of semiconductor technology needed to power industries.
Neil Young leaving Spotify over Rogan and vaccine misinformation
Young cited Joe Rogan, who has frequently questioned vaccines on his podcast, which is exclusively on Spotify.
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Hospital refusing heart transplant for man who won't get vaccinated
Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston says its policy won't allow DJ Ferguson to have the surgery since not being vaccinated seriously hurts its chances for success and his long-term outlook.
Jailed treasure hunter faces judge; ingot from shipwreck sells for $2.16M
Tommy Thompson's case dates to his discovery of a ship that sank off South Carolina in 1857 with thousands of pounds of gold aboard.
Shark attacks increase worldwide with U.S. accounting for most
The U.S. once again reported the most unprovoked shark bites in 2021, with 47 confirmed cases -- 64% of the worldwide total.
Dead man reportedly taken to post office in bid to collect his pension
"He was alive when we left the house," one of the two men accused of bringing the deceased 66-year-old to the local post office told a newspaper.
SATs are going digital and will be shorter
The format change is scheduled to roll out internationally next year and in the U.S. in 2024.
Saturn's tiny frozen moon could be a "stealth" ocean world
The latest discovery has "expanded the definition of a potentially habitable world in our solar system and beyond," scientists say.
8 dead, dozens injured after stampede outside soccer stadium
"I saw a child less than 10 years old, lifeless," said one witness. "Guys were trying to revive him."
Mayor announces internal probe into handling of death of Lauren Smith-Fields
Bridgeport, Connecticut's mayor also said the city will update its policies on family death notifications. Her family says a detective's handling of the case was "racially insensitive."
Congress is giving billions to carbon-capture technology. Will it work?
About $17B will build technology that can reduce emissions. But some worry it's being hijacked to keep U.S. burning fossil fuels.
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Congress is giving billions to carbon-capture technology. Will it work?
About $17B will build technology that can reduce emissions. But some worry it's being hijacked to keep U.S. burning fossil fuels.
Stocks tumble again as investors await Fed decision
Wall Street analysts expect the central bank this week to signal that it will raise interest rates starting in March.
Here's how long it will take to get your tax refund in 2022
The IRS already faces a huge backlog of unprocessed returns, creating challenges as the new tax season begins.
Activist investor calls on Peloton to fire CEO and sell itself
Blackwells Capital — which holds less than a 5% stake in the fitness company — claims John Foley misled investors.
Labor shortage is biggest challenge for small businesses
Labor shortages, the Omicron variant and supply chain issues pose significant challenges to small businesses.
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Photojournalist-turned-nurse captures COVID patients' intimate moments
Alan Hawes, who became a nurse 11 years ago, takes pictures of what many will never see.
Can China's extreme measures ensure a COVID-free Olympics?
At the first sign of an outbreak, China will lockdown an entire city or force an entire district in its capital city to get tested, but the coronavirus is notoriously difficult to shut out.
Pfizer starting study of vaccine geared toward Omicron variant
The new U.S. study is enrolling up to 1,420 healthy adults, ages 18 to 55, to test the updated Omicron-based shots for use as a booster or for primary vaccinations
How can I get the COVID-19 pill? Access to treatments remains a challenge
Scarce supplies and the record surge in Omicron cases can make it tricky to secure the "game-changer" COVID-19 pill from Pfizer.
John Stockton has Gonzaga tickets suspended over mask refusal
The Utah Jazz legend previously claimed that more than 100 vaccinated pro athletes have died in the "prime of their life."
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CBS Mornings
How to plan your next big trip in 2022
The travel website Expedia finds 68% of Americans are planning to "go big" on their vacations in 2022 despite big challenges of flight cancellations and pandemic uncertainty. CBS News senior travel adviser Peter Greenberg takes us through everything from navigating COVID restrictions to purchasing travel insurance to help travelers plan their perfect trip this year.
Family charged $1,000+ without seeing doctor
Dhaval Bhatt's toddler went to the emergency room after he burned his hand on the stove. His son was not seen by a doctor, but Bhatt's hospital bill still totaled more than $1,000. Kaiser Health News' Editor-in-Chief Dr. Elisabeth Rosenthal breaks down how this happened and what you should know before visiting an emergency room.
W. Kamau Bell on new Bill Cosby docuseries
W. Kamau Bell, director and executive producer of "We Need to Talk About Cosby" joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new docuseries, which explores Bill Cosby's descent from "America's Dad" to alleged sexual predator. Bell discusses Cosby's cultural significance and whether or not he can separate the art from the artist.
A view from COVID's frontline
Alan Hawes, who became a nurse 11 years ago, takes pictures of what many will never see.
Florida orange crops in crisis
Prices for oranges and orange juice are on the rise as demand grows, but the supply is being squeezed by a disease affecting Florida's crops. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports.
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Black sheriff fired White deputy over alleged racism, lawsuit says
Aaron Appelhans, Wyoming's first Black sheriff, made the move last year. The suit, from a Black deputy who quit, details what it says were years of torment by the White one.
Shut down by COVID, nightclub transforms into grocery store
Robert Thomas not only transformed the venue into one of the city's first Black-owned supermarkets, but also created a platform for Black vendors.
James Hong: An actor's guide to longevity
During his 92 years, the character actor has racked up more film and TV credits than nearly anyone. Even more impressive, he did so while confronting demeaning stereotypes in Hollywood.
Tuskegee Airmen recognized with Top Gun honor 73 years after winning
The all-Black group of military pilots won the first Top Gun competition, but weren't recognized for it until recently.
COVID depletes collection plates at churches nationwide
"We're surviving. … But we have felt the hurt," said one pastor in Nashville, Tennessee.
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60 Minutes
Who betrayed Anne Frank and her family?
A retired FBI special agent and a team of investigators believe they’ve solved one of the world’s most well-known and tragic cold cases. Jon Wertheim reports.
Cosmic Roulette | 60 Minutes Archive
NASA says an asteroid came within about 1.2 million miles of the Earth's atmosphere on Tuesday afternoon. In 2013, Anderson Cooper reported on our ability to detect asteroids and comets that come close to Earth after another asteroid impacted the atmosphere over Russia.
The trio behind Chris Stapleton’s unique sound
Chris Stapleton and producer Dave Cobb deconstruct their recording process and why Morgane Stapleton is often the “voice of reason” in the studio.
Chris Stapleton: The 60 Minutes Interview
The 43-year-old has collaborated with some of music's biggest names and won five Grammys, but stardom has never seemed to be the goal for Chris Stapleton. Sharyn Alfonsi reports.
The demise of local newspapers
On the next edition of 60 Minutes, Jon Wertheim reports on how hedge funds and other financial firms have swallowed up newspapers, closing newsrooms and slashing staff. A look at a local news landscape where headlines and deadlines have given way to bottom lines.
The Uplift — Stories That Inspire
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Pilot who fled Afghanistan helps fly refugees decades later
"The overwhelming thing that they conveyed was that one, that they were very proud of me, which was very humbling," Zak Khogyani said through tears. "And also that I gave them a lot of hope."
Coach cancels workout, tells players to shovel driveways of neighbors in need
Instead of a weightlifting workout, a Pennsylvania high school coach told his team to help shovel snow from driveways of those in need.
Shelters flooded with donations for #BettyWhiteChallenge
One group in Nashville said it raised $1,100 in just 17 minutes on Monday – and more than $30,000 total.
CEO with Down syndrome runs successful cookie company
Collette Divitto was bullied in high school and had trouble finding a job after college. But one thing has always made her happy: baking. Now, it's her business.
A stolen dog was returned to his owner — thanks to a family's sleuthing
"All I wanted was the dog back, because he's a good dog. He's part of our family, and we loved him very, very much," Jasper's owner told CBS News.
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Being Different in the Delta
A new episode of CBS Reports' "Reverb" series explores the history of anti-Asian racism in Mississippi's Delta region and a new generation that's demanding change.
The Trials of Critical Race Theory
This episode of CBS Reports' "Reverb" series examines the backlash to so-called critical race theory in schools and the impact on students and teachers.
Darien Gap 2021: A Haitian Exodus
In 2010, a devastating earthquake drove Haitians from their homeland to rebuild their lives. Ten years later in the wake of a pandemic-shattered economy, thousands of native born Haitians that had made their home in South America left their lives behind again and began making their way north to America. CBSN Originals met families preparing to cross the treacherous Darien Gap, dense jungle that correspondent Adam Yamaguchi trekked 4 years earlier to document the sacrifice migrants are willing to make in the hopes of finding a better life in the US.
An (Un)Civil War: The Evangelical Divide
This episode of CBS Reports' "Reverb" series reveals that as Christian nationalism attracts followers, traditional pastors fear for their faith and the country.
Deepfakes and the Fog of Truth
This CBS Reports documentary reveals the growing threat posed by technology that makes lies look true and the truth seem false.
CBS Essentials — Your Online Shopping Guide
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Everything you need to know about CBS Essentials, your guide to online shopping
Turn to CBS Essentials for trusted recommendations on housewares, furniture, clothing, tech, travel gear and much more.
At-home COVID test kits: What you need to know as the Omicron variant spreads
Stocking up on at-home COVID tests -- or trying to? Check out our guide on where and what to buy
The top January deals at Walmart to shop right now
Walmart has winter deals available on Apple AirPods, robot vacuums and more
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Photojournalist-turned-nurse captures COVID patients' intimate moments
Alan Hawes, who became a nurse 11 years ago, takes pictures of what many will never see.
SATs are going digital and will be shorter
The format change is scheduled to roll out internationally next year and in the U.S. in 2024.
Stocks tumble again as investors await Fed decision
Wall Street analysts expect the central bank this week to signal that it will raise interest rates starting in March.
Neil Young leaving Spotify over Rogan and vaccine misinformation
Young cited Joe Rogan, who has frequently questioned vaccines on his podcast, which is exclusively on Spotify.
Pilot ejects before U.S. combat jet crashes into aircraft carrier; 7 hurt
The pilot was able to eject before the aircraft slammed into the flight deck of the USS Carl Vinson and then fell into the water.
Politics
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NATO kicks off large naval exercise in Mediterranean amid tensions with Russia
The exercise has been planned since 2020 and will not test scenarios related to Ukraine.
Pentagon puts 8,500 troops on heightened alert to deploy if requested by NATO
The Defense Department has notified units to be prepared to deploy to Europe if NATO needs them.
Sheldon Silver, New York power broker before downfall, dies at 77
Silver last year had asked a judge for leniency, saying he did not want to die in prison.
Biden refers to Fox News correspondent as a "stupid son of a bitch"
Fox News' Peter Doocy asked the president whether inflation will be a political liability.
Special grand jury ordered in Georgia's Trump election probe
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis wrote in her request that her investigators had "information indicating a reasonable probability" that the election "was subject to possible criminal disruptions."
Health
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Photojournalist-turned-nurse captures COVID patients' intimate moments
Alan Hawes, who became a nurse 11 years ago, takes pictures of what many will never see.
Pfizer starting study of vaccine geared toward Omicron variant
The new U.S. study is enrolling up to 1,420 healthy adults, ages 18 to 55, to test the updated Omicron-based shots for use as a booster or for primary vaccinations
How can I get the COVID-19 pill? Access to treatments remains a challenge
Scarce supplies and the record surge in Omicron cases can make it tricky to secure the "game-changer" COVID-19 pill from Pfizer.
New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern cancels wedding amid new COVID-19 restrictions
"Such is life," she said when asked about the cancellation.
How are private insurers supplying free COVID-19 tests?
Roughly half of the nation's largest private insurers require Americans to seek reimbursement for home tests.
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Stocks tumble again as investors await Fed decision
Wall Street analysts expect the central bank this week to signal that it will raise interest rates starting in March.
Congress is giving billions to carbon-capture technology. Will it work?
About $17B will build technology that can reduce emissions. But some worry it's being hijacked to keep U.S. burning fossil fuels.
IRS will require people to sign up with ID.me to access their online accounts
Starting this summer, an ID.me account will be required to view a tax transcript or pull up payment history on IRS.gov.
IRS warns some CTC letters may have incorrect information
The issue could create tax refund delays for parents if they rely on faulty information to complete their tax returns.
Pfizer starting study of vaccine geared toward Omicron variant
The new U.S. study is enrolling up to 1,420 healthy adults, ages 18 to 55, to test the updated Omicron-based shots for use as a booster or for primary vaccinations
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Dead man reportedly taken to post office in bid to collect his pension
"He was alive when we left the house," one of the two men accused of bringing the deceased 66-year-old to the local post office told a newspaper.
NATO kicks off large naval exercise in Mediterranean amid tensions with Russia
The exercise has been planned since 2020 and will not test scenarios related to Ukraine.
Can China's extreme measures ensure a COVID-free Olympics?
At the first sign of an outbreak, China will lockdown an entire city or force an entire district in its capital city to get tested, but the coronavirus is notoriously difficult to shut out.
Pilot ejects before U.S. combat jet crashes into aircraft carrier; 7 hurt
The pilot was able to eject before the aircraft slammed into the flight deck of the USS Carl Vinson and then fell into the water.
Anxiety in Ukraine as Russia and NATO bolster forces, blame each other
A Russian lawmaker warned that Moscow would "respond appropriately" to any more U.S. troops arriving in countries near its western border.
Entertainment
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Neil Young leaving Spotify over Rogan and vaccine misinformation
Young cited Joe Rogan, who has frequently questioned vaccines on his podcast, which is exclusively on Spotify.
Amy Schneider breaks second-place "Jeopardy!" record for consecutive wins
Schneider, the first woman to earn $1 million in winnings on the show, has now won 39 games and $1,319,800.
Thierry Mugler, French fashion icon, dies at 73
He defined haute couture over several decades, dressing stars like Diana Ross and Beyoncé at galas, on red carpets and runways.
Weber grill maker apologizes for poorly timed meatloaf recipe
The email coincided with news of the death of Marvin Lee Aday, best known as rock superstar Meat Loaf.
Chiefs take down Bills in overtime in wild divisional round game
The lead changed hands three times in the final two minutes of regulation before Harrison Butker drilled a 49-yarder for Kansas City as time expired to force overtime.
Technology
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Lawsuits allege Google lied about your location tracking
For years, the search and internet giant allowed users to hide their "Location History" but tracked it anyway, suit alleges.
The Smithsonian looks toward the "Futures"
A new exhibit at the Smithsonian's Arts and Industries Building, in Washington, D.C., features technology, art, and interactive displays that delve into the many forms that the future may take. Correspondent David Pogue pays a visit.
The future of space commerce
In the early days, space exploration was purely a project of the government. But a push toward privatization is well underway. Barry Petersen takes a look at some of the groundwork being done here on Earth to turn space into a center of commercial activity.
Biden addresses U.S. supply chain issues
President Biden announced a new semiconductor facility will be built in Ohio to help alleviate supply chain issues. Plus, the Biden administration is preparing for a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine. Reuters White House correspondent Jeff Mason joins CBSN's Lana Zak to break down the latest news.
Mom sues Meta and Snap after daughter's suicide
Tammy Rodriguez alleges her daughter's suicide stemmed from an "extreme addiction" to the social media apps.
Science
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Saturn's tiny frozen moon could be a "stealth" ocean world
The latest discovery has "expanded the definition of a potentially habitable world in our solar system and beyond," scientists say.
Shark attacks increase worldwide with U.S. accounting for most
The U.S. once again reported the most unprovoked shark bites in 2021, with 47 confirmed cases -- 64% of the worldwide total.
Webb space telescope reaches orbit nearly a million miles away
With Webb on station, engineers will focus on aligning the telescope's optical system.
Congress is giving billions to carbon-capture technology. Will it work?
About $17B will build technology that can reduce emissions. But some worry it's being hijacked to keep U.S. burning fossil fuels.
"Mega" iceberg releases 152 billion tons of water into ocean
The iceberg was once one of the largest on record. Now it's melting, and scientists are waiting to see how it's going to impact South Georgia's marine life.
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Man arrested after alleged racist tirade over smoothie
Police report that he said he was upset because his son had a severe allergic reaction to the drink. Merrill Lynch fired him. His lawyer denies he's racist.
Lashawn McNeil, suspect in deadly Harlem police shooting, dies
McNeil allegedly opened fire on two NYPD officers, killing 22-year-old Jason Rivera and seriously wounding 27-year-old Wilbert Mora
Ryan Ferguson on life's challenges and "The Amazing Race"
Ryan Ferguson, once wrongfully convicted of murder and freed after spending 10 years in prison, spoke with "48 Hours'" Erin Moriarty, who has covered his story from the beginning.
Journalist who said she feared for her life shot dead in Mexico
Lourdes Maldonado López is the second journalist killed in a week's time in Tijuana, and the third in Mexico this month.
"Horrific": Six found dead in Milwaukee home
Police suspect all were homicide victims. One city official called it is "ridiculous." adding, "I'm sorry -- I don't know a better word to say."
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Saturn's tiny frozen moon could be a "stealth" ocean world
The latest discovery has "expanded the definition of a potentially habitable world in our solar system and beyond," scientists say.
Webb space telescope reaches orbit nearly a million miles away
With Webb on station, engineers will focus on aligning the telescope's optical system.
Webb space telescope nearing destination a million miles away
If all goes well, Webb will be 100 times more powerful than Hubble — so sensitive to infrared light that it could detect the faint heat of a bumble bee as far away as the moon.
Atlas 5 launches two Space Force satellites
The two satellites will monitor other spacecraft in the high altitudes favored by communications stations and spycraft.
SpaceX continues rapid-fire launch cadence
It was SpaceX's third orbital launch in just 12 days.
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Top U.S. athletes to watch at Beijing Winter Olympics
Thousands of the world's best athletes are getting ready for the Beijing Winter Olympics. These top Americans should be on your list to watch.
Evidence in the Suzanne Morphew case
Bizarre clues and evidence in the investigation into the Colorado mother's disappearance include a spy pen, plastic needle cap, and a chipmunk alibi.
Ranking every Super Bowl, from worst to first
There have been some super games since 1967, but which one is the best?
Notable Deaths in 2022
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Sidney Poitier 1927-2022
A look at the career of the Oscar-winning actor-director, one of Hollywood's legendary trailblazers.
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MoneyWatch: Stock market rebounds
The stock market rebounded just before closing Monday after the major indexes dropped in early trading, dipping into “correction” territory. Stephen Gandel, news editor for The New York Times’ DealBook, joins “CBS News Mornings” to discuss the latest.
Iran, China and Russia hold naval drills
Iran, China and Russia held their third joint naval drills in the northern Indian Ocean on Friday. And at least eight people have been killed and dozens more injured in a stampede outside an Africa Cup of Nations football match in Cameroon. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins “CBS News Mornings” from London with those stories and other international news.
Johnson under fire for parties during lockdown
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and other politicians are now at the center of a police investigation into parties held at Downing Street while the rest of the country was under strict COVID lockdowns. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joined Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green to discuss the latest fallout.
Special grand jury approved in Trump case
A special grand jury will be convened in Fulton County, Georgia, as part of the investigation into former President Trump's alleged interference in the 2020 election. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers has more.
U.S. military jet crashes on aircraft carrier
Seven military personnel were injured when a U.S. Navy jet had a "landing mishap" on the USS Carl Vinson in the South China Sea. The pilot was able to eject. CBS News' Anne-Marie Green has more.
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Eye Opener: Pentagon puts troops on alert
The Pentagon is preparing 8,500 U.S. troops for a possible deployment to Eastern Europe. Also, a medical examiner says a Connecticut woman died accidentally, but her family doesn’t believe it. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Here Comes The Sun: Kirsten Dunst, Marcel Duchamp
Kirsten Dunst has spent the better part of her life in front of the camera. In a “Here Comes The Sun” exclusive, she discusses freedom from fear and other lessons learned from acting. We also have a story on influential artist Marcel Duchamp that may leave you asking, “Is that art?” “Here Comes The Sun” is a closer look at some of the people, places and things we bring you every week on “CBS Sunday Morning.”
Family charged $1,000+ without seeing doctor
Dhaval Bhatt's toddler went to the emergency room after he burned his hand on the stove. His son was not seen by a doctor, but Bhatt's hospital bill still totaled more than $1,000. Kaiser Health News' Editor-in-Chief Dr. Elisabeth Rosenthal breaks down how this happened and what you should know before visiting an emergency room.
Florida orange crops in crisis
Prices for oranges and orange juice are on the rise as demand grows, but the supply is being squeezed by a disease affecting Florida's crops. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports.