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Eye Opener: Civilians flee eastern Ukraine
Ukrainian citizens flee in terror after at least 52 people were killed in a Russian rocket attack on one of the easternmost train stations. Also, newly confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson delivers remarks at the White House. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener.
Dozens killed in Ukraine train station attack
At least 52 people were killed Friday in a Russian rocket attack on one of the easternmost train stations still operating in Ukraine. The shock of the deadly missile strike on the crowded railroad station has Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calling for a global response. Debora Patta reports.
2 men acquitted in Whitmer kidnapping plot
The federal trial of four militia members, charged in what prosecutors said was a plot to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, ended in two acquittals and a hung jury for two others. Adriana Diaz reports on this significant defeat for the federal government in a case that was a centerpiece of their heavy focus on domestic terrorism.
Rachel Balkovec's historic MLB debut
Walking onto the diamond in Lakeland, Florida, Rachel Balkovec stepped into sports history, becoming the first woman to manage a team affiliated with Major League Baseball. But getting to that moment was not easy. Kris Van Cleave has more.
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After deadly train station strike, Ukraine's leader wants tough response
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said a missile strike on the Kramatorsk train station in eastern Ukraine amounted to another war crime for an international tribunal to consider.
17-year-old Ukrainian girl remains in U.S. border custody
Thousands of Ukrainians have been traveling to Mexico to seek asylum along the U.S. southern border since Russia invaded Ukraine.
Will Smith banned from Oscars for 10 years, Academy says
The announcement came several weeks after Will Smith slapped Chris Rock during the awards show.
Blind drag racer has a lesson about following your dreams
I chose this week's story mainly for an audience of one — Ted, my nephew who says his blindness sometimes feels insurmountable.
Partial verdicts for men accused of plot to kidnap Michigan governor
Adam Fox, Barry Croft Jr., Daniel Harris and Brandon Caserta were charged with conspiracy, and three faced weapons charges.
4 suspended Secret Service employees probed in case involving federal agent impostors
The Secret Service investigation will also determine whether the USSS employees will be able to keep their security clearances.
Read the letter Harris wrote to her goddaughter about Jackson's confirmation
"I told her that I felt such a deep sense of pride and joy and about what this moment means for our nation and for her future," Harris said.
Mother accused of drowning her baby and toddler in bathtub
The children's father returned home when his wife "allegedly told him that she had hurt the children," authorities said.
What's my tax rate? Here are the income brackets for 2022.
Depending on how much you earned last year, you may pay taxes at different rates. Here's how to find out where you fall.
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy tells 60 Minutes what he saw in Bucha: "Death. Just death."
Scott Pelley interviewed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv for a two-part report that airs Sunday on 60 Minutes.
150 shelter dogs that survived starvation in Ukraine denied entry to Poland
After being trapped for weeks in a shelter near Borodyanka without food or water, 150 dogs were rescued by volunteers and driven to the Poland border – only to be turned away.
Pink Floyd releases first single in decades, to support Ukraine
All proceeds from "Hey Hey Rise Up" will go toward Ukrainian humanitarian relief efforts.
Mocked by Biden as "rubble," the Russian ruble has bounced back
The ruble has bounced back after its initial plunge following Western sanctions. Here's why.
Zelenskyy says situation in Borodyanka is much worse than in Bucha
Investigators say they found 26 bodies on Thursday.
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Alabama governor signs sweeping law banning trans youth health care
Under the new law, doctors face criminal penalties for providing puberty blockers or hormones for those under 19.
9 people transported to hospitals when car hits food truck in Austin, Texas
Austin EMS said there was a T-bone-type collision around 9 p.m. ET, with one vehicle then being pushed into pedestrians and food truck.
Teacher's killer gets 36 years in prison: "How could you do such a thing"
Her killing - as she walked just a few minutes from her home - fueled concerns that women aren't safe on the streets of Britain's capital.
Maryland's GOP Governor Larry Hogan vetoes bill to expand abortion access
Democrats in the General Assembly passed the bill with enough votes to override
Book excerpt: "Freezing Order," on Putin, money laundering and murder
Bill Browder, the financier and bestselling author of "Red Notice," helped create the Magnitsky Act, aimed at freezing the assets of those involved in human rights violations, thereby making himself a target of Vladimir Putin.
Judge declines to slow N.Y. primary elections despite ongoing redistricting battle
The appeals judge said he would allow a lower court judge to hire an expert to draw up alternative congressional district maps in case the disputed ones ultimately get tossed.
College admissions scam: Test taker gets prison time, ex-USC coach found guilty
Riddell made more than $200,000 by cheating on over 25 exams, prosecutors said.
Idaho Supreme Court temporarily blocks new abortion law
The ruling from Idaho's high court in a lawsuit brought by Planned Parenthood means the new law won't go into effect as planned on April 22.
Boy's brain damaged by MLB player's errant throw, mother claims
Angel Stadium and other major league parks have expanded protective netting in recent years to increase safety.
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America's labor shortage is actually an immigrant shortage
The U.S. is missing 2 million workers because of slowing immigration, one estimate shows. That's leading to unfilled jobs.
What's my tax rate? Here are the income brackets for 2022.
Depending on how much you earned last year, you may pay taxes at different rates. Here's how to find out where you fall.
Motorists are seeing some relief amid dip in gas prices
One gas expert predicts that the average per-gallon price could sink below $4 in the coming days.
Mocked by Biden as "rubble," the Russian ruble has bounced back
The ruble has bounced back after its initial plunge following Western sanctions. Here's why.
Ferrero recalls Kinder chocolates in U.S. over Salmonella fears
The move follows recalls earlier in the week in the U.K. and several European countries over concerns around products from a Belgian factory, though the bacteria haven't been found in any Kinder products yet.
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Federal appeals court upholds Biden vaccine rule for all federal employees
In a 2-1 ruling, a panel of the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans reversed a lower court's ruling and ordered a lawsuit challenging the requirement be dismissed.
Schools face rise in suicides during pandemic: "So many kids are hurting"
At least 30 students have died by suicide in a Las Vegas school district since the pandemic began.
Bipartisan Senate bill would delay end of Title 42 border expulsions
The CDC is planning to stop authorizing the expulsions of migrants under a pandemic-era rule on May 23.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi tests positive for COVID-19
The speaker is fully vaccinated and received her booster shot, a spokesman for Pelosi tweeted.
New national research effort focuses on mysteries of long COVID
The White House also acknowledged that long COVID appears to be a disability, meaning that patients could be entitled to federal legal protections.
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The Dish: Luigi's
Luigi's has been serving the community of downtown Augusta since 1949. It's an annual stop for patrons and golfers alike. Dana Jacobson has more.
The history of Robert's Western World
Robert's Western World in Nashville is a country music mecca. Jeff Glor visits the legendary music venue and meets the unlikely team running it.
25 years after Tiger Woods' Masters win
Tiger Woods stunned the golf world this week by unexpectedly competing in the Masters. That flare for the dramatic at the Masters has become something of a tradition unlike any other. Dana Jacobson has more.
Rachel Balkovec's historic MLB debut
Walking onto the diamond in Lakeland, Florida, Rachel Balkovec stepped into sports history, becoming the first woman to manage a team affiliated with Major League Baseball. But getting to that moment was not easy. Kris Van Cleave has more.
Tony Hawk on new documentary
The new HBO documentary "Tony Hawk: Until the Wheels Fall Off" has no shortage of thrills. But it also shows a more vulnerable side of the legendary skateboarding champ. Jamie Wax met up with Hawk to talk about the documentary.
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25 years after Tiger Woods' Masters win
Tiger Woods stunned the golf world this week by unexpectedly competing in the Masters. That flare for the dramatic at the Masters has become something of a tradition unlike any other. Dana Jacobson has more.
Rachel Balkovec's historic MLB debut
Walking onto the diamond in Lakeland, Florida, Rachel Balkovec stepped into sports history, becoming the first woman to manage a team affiliated with Major League Baseball. But getting to that moment was not easy. Kris Van Cleave has more.
Alabama governor signs sweeping law banning trans youth health care
Under the new law, doctors face criminal penalties for providing puberty blockers or hormones for those under 19.
People of color face higher rental costs than Whites: Zillow
Black and Hispanic Americans pay higher security deposits and application fees than Whites, analysis shows.
Idris Elba on "Sonic the Hedgehog 2" movie
Actor Idris Elba joined "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new film "Sonic the Hedgehog 2" and how he prepared for the role.
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Twins put themselves to sleep
These 9-month-old twins don't have cribs. Instead, they have each other. Their mom lets them put each other to sleep, and videos of their adorable nighttime routine has gone viral.
Skateboarding bulldog finds his passion
Chowder the bulldog's family said he seemed a little sad and remote during the first two years of his life. They struggled to find something he enjoyed – until they brought home a skateboard. Chowder was beyond happy, and over the past three and a half years, he's gotten better at it. He now shares his passion on TikTok.
5-year-old gives back to kids in need
5-year-old Jackson asked his mom if he could give stuffed animals to kids who don't have them – and the little boy's idea has turned into a big project. He's delivered more than 500 stuffed animals to charities in Indiana and doesn't want to stop.
Publix employee and girl are best friends
Fiona and Publix employee Gilnet have a bond like no other. When she turned 3, he got her a bike — and Fiona couldn't wait to hand-deliver a thank you card, photos of her riding the bike and a big hug to her friend.
Cheerleader has adorable excuse for slow pace
These tiny cheerleaders in Florence, South Carolina were warming up with a run and one little girl was lagging behind – but she had an adorable excuse.
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Welcome to the Metaverse
This CBS Reports documentary immerses into the lives of early adopters of the metaverse - both real and virtual - on their quest to create a new path to wealth.
The QAnon Effect
What started out as a fringe conspiracy theory in 2017 has recently spread into the mainstream. Dozens of people linked to the baseless QAnon conspiracy theory ran for federal office in 2020, and two were elected to Congress. This CBS Reports documentary explores how QAnon has taken root amid challenging times and a growing distrust in American institutions, and what it means for the future of the country.
The Trials of Critical Race Theory
A new episode of CBS Reports' Reverb series examines the backlash to so-called critical race theory in schools and the impact on students and teachers.
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.
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.
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The next PS5 restock is Friday: What you need to know to finally score a PlayStation 5
Looking to buy a PS5? Here's a handy guide for tracking restocks at Amazon, Walmart, Best Buy, Gamestop and more.
Best washers and dryer deals in 2022, including huge discounts on Samsung
Shop the best washers and dryers from LG, Samsung and Maytag.
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9 people transported to hospitals when car hits food truck in Austin, Texas
Austin EMS said there was a T-bone-type collision around 9 p.m. ET, with one vehicle then being pushed into pedestrians and food truck.
Idaho Supreme Court temporarily blocks new abortion law
The ruling from Idaho's high court in a lawsuit brought by Planned Parenthood means the new law won't go into effect as planned on April 22.
Four suspended Secret Service employees probed in case involving federal agent impostors
The Secret Service investigation will also determine whether the USSS employees will be able to keep their security clearances.
Biden, Jackson celebrate Supreme Court confirmation: "A historic moment"
"In my family, it took just one generation to go from segregation to the Supreme Court of the United States," Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson said with emotion Friday.
College admissions scam: Test taker gets prison time, ex-USC coach found guilty
Riddell made more than $200,000 by cheating on over 25 exams, prosecutors said.
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17-year-old Ukrainian girl remains in U.S. border custody
Thousands of Ukrainians have been traveling to Mexico to seek asylum along the U.S. southern border since Russia invaded Ukraine.
Maryland's GOP Governor Larry Hogan vetoes bill to expand abortion access
Democrats in the General Assembly passed the bill with enough votes to override
Idaho Supreme Court temporarily blocks new abortion law
The ruling from Idaho's high court in a lawsuit brought by Planned Parenthood means the new law won't go into effect as planned on April 22.
Four suspended Secret Service employees probed in case involving federal agent impostors
The Secret Service investigation will also determine whether the USSS employees will be able to keep their security clearances.
Biden, Jackson celebrate Supreme Court confirmation: "A historic moment"
"In my family, it took just one generation to go from segregation to the Supreme Court of the United States," Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson said with emotion Friday.
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Parents struggle to find baby formula amid national shortage
In some states, more than half of baby formula products were out of stock, new data shows.
Federal appeals court upholds Biden vaccine rule for all federal employees
In a 2-1 ruling, a panel of the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans reversed a lower court's ruling and ordered a lawsuit challenging the requirement be dismissed.
Schools face rise in suicides during pandemic: "So many kids are hurting"
At least 30 students have died by suicide in a Las Vegas school district since the pandemic began.
"Plaza Suite" cancels performances after Sarah Jessica Parker contracts COVID
Several Broadway shows are having to cancel performances due to the virus.
Airlines that dropped mask rules now facing staff shortages
EasyJet said it had to scrap hundreds of flights due to staffers being infected with COVID-19.
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Parents struggle to find baby formula amid national shortage
In some states, more than half of baby formula products were out of stock, new data shows.
America's labor shortage is actually an immigrant shortage
The U.S. is missing 2 million workers because of slowing immigration, one estimate shows. That's leading to unfilled jobs.
Motorists are seeing some relief amid dip in gas prices
One gas expert predicts that the average per-gallon price could sink below $4 in the coming days.
Mocked by Biden as "rubble," the Russian ruble has bounced back
The ruble has bounced back after its initial plunge following Western sanctions. Here's why.
People of color face higher rental costs than Whites: Zillow
Black and Hispanic Americans pay higher security deposits and application fees than Whites, analysis shows.
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17-year-old Ukrainian girl remains in U.S. border custody
Thousands of Ukrainians have been traveling to Mexico to seek asylum along the U.S. southern border since Russia invaded Ukraine.
After deadly train station strike, Ukraine's leader wants tough response
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said a missile strike on the Kramatorsk train station in eastern Ukraine amounted to another war crime for an international tribunal to consider.
Book excerpt: "Freezing Order," on Putin, money laundering and murder
Bill Browder, the financier and bestselling author of "Red Notice," helped create the Magnitsky Act, aimed at freezing the assets of those involved in human rights violations, thereby making himself a target of Vladimir Putin.
150 shelter dogs that survived starvation in Ukraine denied entry to Poland
After being trapped for weeks in a shelter near Borodyanka without food or water, 150 dogs were rescued by volunteers and driven to the Poland border – only to be turned away.
Teacher's killer gets 36 years in prison: "How could you do such a thing"
Her killing - as she walked just a few minutes from her home - fueled concerns that women aren't safe on the streets of Britain's capital.
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Saturday Sessions: "Crooked Tree"
This week on "Saturday Sessions," Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway. In 2017, Tuttle was the first woman to win the International Bluegrass Music Association's guitar player of the year award. Now she's in the midst of a nationwide headline tour and has just released an acclaimed new album. Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway perform "Crooked Tree."
Saturday Sessions: "Over the Line"
This week on "Saturday Sessions," Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway. In 2017, Tuttle was the first woman to win the International Bluegrass Music Association's guitar player of the year award. Now she's in the midst of a nationwide headline tour and has just released an acclaimed new album. Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway perform "Over the Line."
Saturday Sessions: "She'll Change"
This week on "Saturday Sessions," Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway. In 2017, Tuttle was the first woman to win the International Bluegrass Music Association's guitar player of the year award. Now she's in the midst of a nationwide headline tour and has just released an acclaimed new album. Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway perform "She'll Change."
Academy bans Will Smith from Oscars for 10 years
The Academy banned Will Smith from the Oscars for 10 years after he slapped comedian Chris Rock at the awards for a joke about his wife, Jada Pinkett Smith. Jamie Yuccas has the latest.
Recipe: Cuban-Style Picadillo Empanadas from "The Salty Cubana"
For National Empanada Day, Nashville-based chef Rita Martinez offers "Sunday Morning" viewers her take on a savory treat that reminds her of growing up in Miami's Little Havana.
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Meta to reportedly launch new digital token
The Financial Times is reporting that Facebook's parent company, Meta, will launch a new digital token designed for making purchases on Facebook apps. CBS News' Michelle Miller and Mola Lenghi discussed this report and more with CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson.
Nissan, NASA teaming on "game changing" electric vehicle batteries
Nissan says they'll be so stable they could be used in pacemakers. The Japanese giant says the all-solid-state battery will replace the lithium-ion battery now in use and promises to charge much more quickly and be lighter yet safe.
Countdown to first all-private ISS mission
Former NASA astronaut Michael Lopez-Alegria will command Axiom 1, the first all-private mission to the International Space Station. Mark Strassmann previews the mission.
Entertainment companies explore how to use the "magical" metaverse
From sports events to concerts, gaming and beyond, Americans could soon be spending a lot of time in the metaverse.
Hackers targeted Ukraine, business executives
Meta, the company formerly known as Facebook, has released a new global threat report on cybersecurity. The social media company said it has taken down thousands of fake accounts linked to spies and hackers worldwide. The company also found cyberthreats as a result of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Nathaniel Gleicher, the head of security policy at Meta, joined CBS News to discuss some of the report's key findings.
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Pilots threatened after online conspiracy blames them for deadly floods
As floods swept away homes and cars in Australia, online rumors claimed an aviation company documenting the damage was dropping chemicals to "activate rain."
"Mystery": New measurement contradicts understanding of universe
The W boson is an electrically charged fundamental particle that governs one of the four fundamental forces of nature.
Telescope discovers record-breaking galactic space laser
The megamaser, named Nkalakatha, was discovered by the MeerKAT telescope in South Africa.
Jogger discovers "alien like creature" with "human" lips on Australian beach
A man was jogging when he encountered the animal, which had skin like a shark.
The newest meatless meat is made from air
The meat alternative is created using a fermentation process, similar to making yogurt.
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2 men acquitted in Whitmer kidnapping plot
The federal trial of four militia members, charged in what prosecutors said was a plot to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, ended in two acquittals and a hung jury for two others. Adriana Diaz reports on this significant defeat for the federal government in a case that was a centerpiece of their heavy focus on domestic terrorism.
New evidence revealed in fake federal agents case
Prosecutors allege the two men accused of impersonating federal law enforcement agents and compromising U.S. Secret Service personnel created a potential risk to national security. Catherine Herridge has the details.
College admissions scam: Test taker gets prison time, ex-USC coach found guilty
Riddell made more than $200,000 by cheating on over 25 exams, prosecutors said.
Partial verdict in Whitmer kidnap plot
Two men charged in an alleged plot to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer have been found not guilty, while a jury deadlocked on charges against two other defendants, resulting in a mistrial on those counts. CBS News' Adriana Diaz reports on the breaking news.
Partial verdicts for men accused of plot to kidnap Michigan governor
Adam Fox, Barry Croft Jr., Daniel Harris and Brandon Caserta were charged with conspiracy, and three faced weapons charges.
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SpaceX launches first private crew to space station
The Axiom-1 flight carries a crew of four private citizens, with a former NASA astronaut as mission commander.
Telescope discovers record-breaking galactic space laser
The megamaser, named Nkalakatha, was discovered by the MeerKAT telescope in South Africa.
Commercial crew set for historic SpaceX launch to space station
The flight is the first in a series sanctioned by NASA to encourage private-sector development in Earth orbit.
More problems derail NASA moon rocket test
A successful fueling test is required before NASA's new moon rocket can take off on its maiden flight.
Commercial station visit rescheduled
The flight is the first of up to two NASA-sanctioned "private astronaut missions" per year to space station.
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Saturday Sessions: "Crooked Tree"
This week on "Saturday Sessions," Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway. In 2017, Tuttle was the first woman to win the International Bluegrass Music Association's guitar player of the year award. Now she's in the midst of a nationwide headline tour and has just released an acclaimed new album. Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway perform "Crooked Tree."
Saturday Sessions: "Over the Line"
This week on "Saturday Sessions," Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway. In 2017, Tuttle was the first woman to win the International Bluegrass Music Association's guitar player of the year award. Now she's in the midst of a nationwide headline tour and has just released an acclaimed new album. Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway perform "Over the Line."
Saturday Sessions: "She'll Change"
This week on "Saturday Sessions," Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway. In 2017, Tuttle was the first woman to win the International Bluegrass Music Association's guitar player of the year award. Now she's in the midst of a nationwide headline tour and has just released an acclaimed new album. Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway perform "She'll Change."
The Dish: Luigi's
Luigi's has been serving the community of downtown Augusta since 1949. It's an annual stop for patrons and golfers alike. Dana Jacobson has more.
The history of Robert's Western World
Robert's Western World in Nashville is a country music mecca. Jeff Glor visits the legendary music venue and meets the unlikely team running it.