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Stars of "Ted Lasso" on season two of show
Jason Sudeikis and Brendan Hunt, co-creators, writers and stars of hit show "Ted Lasso" joined “CBS This Morning” to share the trailer for the show's second season, and discuss their latest title– Peabody Award winners.
Kevin Boseman on brother Chadwick's passing
Writer, actor and dancer Kevin Boseman is participating in a benefit for the non-profit Dance Against Cancer. He joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss his upcoming performance, his brother's tragic death and his own previous battle against cancer.
Graham Norton on chat show, new novel
Anthony Mason interviews TV host Graham Norton, who delights audiences every week with Britain's version of the late night talk show. His sharp comedic timing, unique laugh and effortless ease with guests who chat over drinks on the famous red sofa have made “The Graham Norton Show“ a hit. The eight-time BAFTA Award winner also hosts a radio show and writes. In the spare time Norton somehow found, he has written his third novel, “Home Stretch.”
Best of Prime Day
Last year, Amazon Prime Day raked in over $10 billion dollars in sales for the retail giant, but the super shopping event is no longer just for Amazon. Other major retailers are gunning for them with competing sales of their own. Anna Werner reports.
South African “diamonds” are worthless quartz
Unidentified stones that lured thousands of fortune seekers to a rural South African village to mine the land with picks and shovels were not diamonds as hoped. Debora Patta spoke to government officials who informed villagers they were worthless quartz crystals.
EMT mental health concerns
At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic last year, paramedics responded to more than 7,000 calls a day in New York City. The amount of trauma they witnessed was a heavy burden many are still carrying. Mola Lenghi reports.
FDA ignored advice to reject Alzheimer's drug
An FDA adviser who resigned in protest of an Alzheimer's drug approval says he's concerned about the agency's standards. Dr. Tara Narula explains why there are concerns about the drug's safety.
Iran youth shun voting, embrace social media
Fewer than 30% of Iran's youth were expected to vote in Friday’s election. They are disillusioned and scornful of the lineup of hardline candidates. But that doesn't mean the young don't have political aspirations and opinions. But as senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports, they tend to voice them on largely banned social media platforms – not at the ballot box.
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Quartz and shattered dreams: South Africa "diamond" rush is a bust
Thousands bought into the dream that a tiny village in South Africa was sitting on hidden treasure. For many, it was a dream fueled by need, not a desire for riches.
FDA adviser who resigned over Alzheimer's drug approval speaks out
Dr. Aaron Kesselheim warned "there is a lot of evidence" the drug causes side effects and called the FDA's approval the "wrong decision."
Message in a bottle unites 2 teens on both sides of the Atlantic
Sean Smith tossed a message in a bottle during a Thanksgiving trip. Two years later, it was read.
Vacation destinations help travelers unplug, literally
Miraval Berkshires is an all-inclusive resort that promises to awaken your senses if you can put your phone to sleep.
Nationwide teacher shortage expected to stretch into fall
Pay has also been a deterrent for teachers who feel they aren't appropriately compensated for the demands of the job.
Texas lawmaker leads the push for guaranteed paid parental leave
The United States is one of just two countries along with Papua New Guinea that does not guarantee paid parental leave to men or women.
Bishops to discuss whether Biden, politicians should get Communion
More than 200 Catholic bishops will gather to discuss whether high-profile Catholic politicians should be denied Communion if they support abortion rights.
Plywood hung during 2020 protests transformed into art pieces
The plywood blanketing storefronts in Chicago became a canvas for South Side native Barrett Keithley.
Will China's fast pace in the space race fuel U.S. ambitions?
The U.S. government barred China from work on the International Space Station, so the Chinese are building their own - and fast.
Spring Into Summer
Descendants of Robert E. Lee and enslaved people unite for change
Visitors can return to Arlington House, The Robert E. Lee Memorial starting on Tuesday.
Dr. Agus answers COVID-19 viewer questions
CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning” to answer viewer questions about COVID-19 and having a safe summer.
How baseball stadiums are welcoming fans back
Jamie Yuccas visits Dodger Stadium to find the safety protocols in place to safely welcome fans back to the ballpark.
Don't worry about that COVID resume gap, career expert says
"Many people, you know, had to stop working — either by choice or not by choice. And recruiters tell us that they kind of expect that many people were going to have a gap," she said.
LinkedIn career expert on changing workforce
LinkedIn career expert Catherine Fisher joins "CBS This Morning" to talk about America's changing workforce and the cities with the most jobs right now. Plus, how to talk to one's boss about maintaining a work from home or hybrid work structure.
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Artists reshaping the remnants of a reckoning
Nancy Chen introduces artists finding new uses for the plywood that boarded-up businesses last summer as thousands took to the streets to protest the murder of George Floyd for the “CBS This Morning” series “A More Perfect Union.”
Pastor fixes up hundreds of bikes for free
Bike sales surged in the early months of the pandemic, and with so many stores sold out, one Virginia pastor wondered if a thief who stole his bike may have needed it to get to work. So Pastor Robbie Pruitt began to fix up donated bikes for free. Christina Ruffini has the details for the "CBS This Morning" series A More Perfect Union.
LA nonprofit supports young photographers
It's estimated that over 70% of professional photographers are white. But as Lilia Luciano shows in a "More Perfect Union," one Los Angeles nonprofit is trying to change the future of the industry by offering photography classes and mentorship to teenage girls in communities of color.
Rooting out injustice: U.S.'s Black farmers
Just 1.3% of farmers in the U.S. are Black. Over the last century, America's Black farmers have lost more than 90% of their land, because of systemic discrimination and a cycle of debt. "CBS This Morning: Saturday" co-host Michelle Miller spoke with Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and visited a community of Black farmers in upstate New York.
Small town pharmacy vaccinating thousands
For the "CBS This Morning" series A More Perfect Union, from large clinics to individual home visits, Nancy Chen shows how one pharmacist and his team of volunteers are vaccinating tens of thousands of neighbors against COVID-19.
Eye on Earth
17 million salmon will be released into S.F. bay in bid to save species
Commercial and recreational salmon fishing generates more than $900 million annually for California.
"Mega-drought" depletes system that provides water to 40 million
Water levels at Lake Mead, the rapidly-depleting reservoir at Hoover Dam, may force the federal government to make a drastic and historic decision affecting Southwest farmers.
"Mega-drought" threatens Western water supply
The nation's largest reservoir is at only 37% of its capacity. That water flows downstream to customers in Nevada, Arizona and California, all of which face potential delivery cutbacks. Ben Tracy reports.
Turning Kenya's plastic waste problem into a building solution
Many see the sprawling Dandora dump as an insurmountable problem, but Nzambi Matee sees millions of super strong, super cheap plastic bricks, just waiting to be baked.
Electric planes: A new revolution in the air
Of all the major industries that spew out planet-warming greenhouse gasses, one stands out as unfixable - so far. Fossil fuel power plants can be replaced with wind and solar power. One can switch to electric cars. But as Mark Phillips reports from the British Aviation History Museum for the "CBS This Morning" series Eye on Earth, the one thing aircraft have had in common down through the ages is aviation fuel. A commercially viable electric airplane cannot yet be made, aviation fuel is too powerful to replace with batteries.
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Bipartisan senators share reactions, concerns to January 6 riot report
Asked about what surprised them the most in learning about the investigation, Democrat Senator Gary Peters said it was "the intelligence failure."
Fallen Capitol officer's partner reveals what she'd say to Trump now
Sicknick's mother and longtime partner both spoke with CBS News' Nikole Killion about the fallen officer's final moments.
Michelle Obama reveals rule to "hang out" with her family: "Be vaccinated"
Speaking with "CBS This Morning" co-host Gayle King, the former first lady discussed the pandemic's impact on mental health along with her hopes and fears as Malia Obama graduates college.
Michelle Obama on what comes after the Chauvin verdict
Mrs. Obama said many Black Americans "still live in fear" of doing daily activities when asked about the verdict.
Facebook can't "invent sanctions" for users: Oversight body co-chair
"What we have said is basically less about Mr. Trump, and more about Facebook and the rights of users," co-chair Helle Thorning-Schmidt told "CBS This Morning" co-host Tony Dokoupil.
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6-month-olds now in COVID-19 vaccine trials
Researchers are studying COVID-19 vaccinations in kids as young as 6 months old. CBS News correspondent Jamie Yuccas spoke to a family who says they were eager for the opportunity to vaccinate their 3-year-old and 8-month-old and are encouraging others to sign up.
AstraZeneca: COVID vaccine 79% effective
AstraZeneca says advanced trial data from a U.S. study on the COVID-19 vaccine it developed along with Oxford University shows it is 79% effective in preventing symptomatic illness and 100% effective against severe illness and hospitalization. Dr. David Agus joined "CBS This Morning" to explain more.
Johnson & Johnson CEO touts "ease" of single-shot vaccine distribution
Four million doses are being shipped out Monday of the newly-approved coronavirus vaccination, with 100 million promised by the end of June.
U.S. military comes to the aid of hospitals hit hard by COVID
Medical personnel sent by the Department of Defense to one Los Angeles hospital are acting as reinforcements to hold the line against the invisible enemy.
800-year-old cathedral is now a mass COVID vaccination site
Europeans are receiving coronavirus vaccinations at unusual mega-sites, rolling up their sleeves at repurposed racetracks, cinemas, ice rinks and rugby stadiums.
China marks one year since Wuhan's COVID-19 lockdown
A year after Wuhan announced the world's first coronavirus lockdown, the city has returned to normalcy.
Florida state officials want to put a stop to COVID "vaccine tourism"
Florida is working to put guidelines for a new trend being called "vaccine tourism," in which people from outside the state travel to Florida to get a COVID-19 vaccine.
Companies debate whether to make COVID-19 vaccine mandatory
Nearly half of employees support their employers making vaccinations mandatory, according to a survey conducted by LinkedIn, but 40% do not support the move and 14% said they were unsure.
U.K. opens mass-vaccination centers in race to curb COVID-19 surge
Officials says the worst of the pandemic is about to hit as a highly-infectious variant spreads, so at 7 huge new vaccine centers, it's a "race against time."
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Quartz and shattered dreams: South Africa "diamond" rush is a bust
Thousands bought into the dream that a tiny village in South Africa was sitting on hidden treasure. For many, it was a dream fueled by need, not a desire for riches.
Iran president-elect rules out meeting Biden as nuke talks paused
Tehran's nuclear negotiator reported "good progress" in talks over the nuclear deal, but incoming leader Ebrahim Raisin may hit the brakes.
Usain Bolt welcomes newborn twins with fitting names
The fastest man in the world is now a father of three.
New deadly illness poses a challenge in India in COVID patients
The country has reported more than 28,000 cases of a rare fungal infection, now increasingly seen in COVID-19 patients and survivors.
How to watch the full "strawberry" moon, the last supermoon of 2021
June's full moon is quickly approaching, and it marks the final supermoon of the year.
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Stonewall Inn bans some A-B beers to protest political donations
Famed NYC bar cites beer maker's $35,000 in campaign contributions to nearly 30 lawmakers described as anti-LGBTQ
Couple fights for same-sex marriage in India
"If we win, that means 1.2 billion people in the entire world would suddenly live in a country with marriage equality," Parag Mehta told CBS News.
Large late-night tornado sweeps through some Chicago suburbs
Naperville, Woodbridge and Darien among hard-hit areas. Several injuries, none serious. Lots of trees and power lines down.
Amazon Prime Day 2021: Discounts may not be all that prime
One-third of Americans plan to use some of their stimulus money to spend during the sales event June 21 and 22.
VA moves to offer gender confirmation surgery to vets
VA Secretary Denis McDonough said in prepared remarks that the move was "the right thing to do."
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Stonewall Inn bans some A-B beers to protest political donations
Famed NYC bar cites beer maker's $35,000 in campaign contributions to nearly 30 lawmakers described as anti-LGBTQ
Iran president-elect rules out meeting Biden as nuke talks paused
Tehran's nuclear negotiator reported "good progress" in talks over the nuclear deal, but incoming leader Ebrahim Raisin may hit the brakes.
VA moves to offer gender confirmation surgery to vets
VA Secretary Denis McDonough said in prepared remarks that the move was "the right thing to do."
Gottlieb says U.S. needs new vaccine strategy as pace of shots lags
"We need to think about a different vaccine delivery strategy to get the people who are still reluctant," Gottlieb said.
What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
As the IRS distributes the $1,400 stimulus payments, some lawmakers say the money won't last three months.
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Stars of "Ted Lasso" on season two of show
Jason Sudeikis and Brendan Hunt, co-creators, writers and stars of hit show "Ted Lasso" joined “CBS This Morning” to share the trailer for the show's second season, and discuss their latest title– Peabody Award winners.
Best movies streaming right now on Netflix
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
Graham Norton on chat show, new novel
Anthony Mason interviews TV host Graham Norton, who delights audiences every week with Britain's version of the late night talk show. His sharp comedic timing, unique laugh and effortless ease with guests who chat over drinks on the famous red sofa have made “The Graham Norton Show“ a hit. The eight-time BAFTA Award winner also hosts a radio show and writes. In the spare time Norton somehow found, he has written his third novel, “Home Stretch.”
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Chappelle documentary is first Radio City show since March 2020
Masks weren't required inside Radio City Music Hall but proof of vaccination was.
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Amazon Prime Day 2021: Discounts may not be all that prime
One-third of Americans plan to use some of their stimulus money to spend during the sales event June 21 and 22.
Follow these steps to stay secure and maintain privacy at home
The smart home office has never been more important. Here's how you can lock out hackers and cybercriminals.
Major airlines, banks among those hit by latest brief online outage
U.S.-based carriers and Australian banks were among those reporting disruptions. Similar waves of tech hiccups have hit in recent weeks.
China launches 3-man crew to its new space station
The three-man crew plans to spend three months aboard the Tianhe space station core module.
80% of ransomware victims suffer repeat attacks, new report says
A quarter of businesses surveyed ultimately shut down, with nearly one in three losing top leadership, either by dismissal or resignation, and 29% forced to eliminate jobs.
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How to watch the full "strawberry" moon, the last supermoon of 2021
June's full moon is quickly approaching, and it marks the final supermoon of the year.
How mRNA technology is altering vaccine treatments
Using messenger ribonucleic acid as a platform for delivering COVID vaccinations is just the beginning, as biotech companies like Moderna are looking at using mRNA to change the way we treat or prevent other diseases.
New fossils reveal one of the largest land mammals ever found
About 25 million years ago, giant rhinos more than 16 feet tall roamed the Earth.
Endangered snake species found thriving near San Francisco airport
A federal study showed nearby wetlands sustain some 1,300 San Francisco garter snakes — the largest concentration discovered to date.
Will China's fast pace in the space race fuel U.S. ambitions?
The U.S. government barred China from work on the International Space Station, so the Chinese are building their own - and fast.
Health
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FDA adviser who resigned over Alzheimer's drug approval speaks out
Dr. Aaron Kesselheim warned "there is a lot of evidence" the drug causes side effects and called the FDA's approval the "wrong decision."
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
New deadly illness poses a challenge in India in COVID patients
The country has reported more than 28,000 cases of a rare fungal infection, now increasingly seen in COVID-19 patients and survivors.
How mRNA technology is altering vaccine treatments
Using messenger ribonucleic acid as a platform for delivering COVID vaccinations is just the beginning, as biotech companies like Moderna are looking at using mRNA to change the way we treat or prevent other diseases.
Pricey brain-cancer drug no longer an option under Medicare
Seller of therapy that can cost up to $1,000 a capsule exited federal discount program in January. "It's all greed," one critic said.
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Dow has worst week since October on prospect of interest-rate hikes
Top Fed official says first rate increase could come as soon as next year, a year earlier than previous estimate.
Child Tax Credit: Here's who will get up to $1,800 per child in cash
The expanded tax credit isn't available to all parents, and some recipients may be asked to repay the IRS next year.
Amazon Prime Day 2021: Discounts may not be all that prime
One-third of Americans plan to use some of their stimulus money to spend during the sales event June 21 and 22.
Workers are resigning at record rates. That's good for economy
Workers want more pay, better conditions or to be their own boss — and for now, they're getting what they want.
Most stressful job during pandemic? Teaching
Learning new technology and juggling in-person with remote students were some of the toughest challenges they faced.
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Man arrested for allegedly stealing 21 tons of pistachios
Authorities say he moved a tractor-trailer carrying the nuts from a Fresno, California company to a place where they were being unloaded into tiny bags for resale.
Man wanted in 3 Oregon deaths arrested in Milwaukee
Nicholson forced a woman to drive him more than 2,000 miles to Wisconsin, where he surrendered to police.
Attorneys offer surprising defense for men charged in Ahmaud Arbery killing
Attorneys on both sides of the case speak with "48 Hours" about the viral video of the fatal shooting — what they say it shows and what it doesn't.
3 killed, "dangerous" suspect sought after crime spree in Oregon
A suspect is believed to have killed three people in a wave of violence that included a hit-and-run crash and a shooting at a pot shop.
Shocking video shows kids caught in middle of NYC shooting
In the video, the 10-year-old girl can be seen hugging her 5-year-old brother, all while the gunman keeps firing.
Space
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How to watch the full "strawberry" moon, the last supermoon of 2021
June's full moon is quickly approaching, and it marks the final supermoon of the year.
Astronauts deploy solar array in second attempt
The successful solar array installation clears the way for another spacewalk Friday
Spacewalk planned for Sunday
On Sunday, two astronauts will venture outside the International Space Station to continue upgrades to its solar panels. With the operational lifespan of the ISS set to expire in 2024, NASA is hoping some upgrades will keep it running longer. CBS News Space Analyst Bill Harwood talks with CBSN Anchor Lana Zak about how the power upgrades factor into that plan and China's growing presence in space.
SpaceX launches GPS satellite with previously flown booster
Space Force officials say using previously flown boosters will save $64.5 million over three missions.
China launches 3-man crew to its new space station
The three-man crew plans to spend three months aboard the Tianhe space station core module.
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Cayley Mandadi death: A look at her final hours
After attending a music festival with her boyfriend in October 2017, Cayley Mandadi died from injuries she sustained that day -- but what exactly caused her death?
Ted Bundy: The serial killer's final years
Notorious serial killer Ted Bundy's murder spree ended when he was caught shortly after attacking several women at Florida State University in Tallahassee.
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Richest people in the world
Forbes has updated their billionaires list, detailing the richest people around the world.
Richard Ramirez: The story, the evidence, the Night Stalker
Before the world knew Richard Ramirez as a convicted killer, he was known as the Night Stalker.
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Employment in America: A Shifting Workforce
CBSN and CBS MoneyWatch present "Employment in America: A Shifting Workforce." The special, anchored by Lana Zak, takes a look at the state of employment as a result of the coronavirus pandemic and includes valuable information for job seekers and career changers.
Deadly storm Claudette regains strength
Parts of the southern U.S. are on high alert as deadly storm Claudette continues its destructive path. It is being blamed for more than a dozen deaths, including 10 children, nine in one crash. CBS News digital journalist Jessi Mitchell joins CBSN with the latest.
Stars of "Ted Lasso" on season two of show
Jason Sudeikis and Brendan Hunt, co-creators, writers and stars of hit show "Ted Lasso" joined “CBS This Morning” to share the trailer for the show's second season, and discuss their latest title– Peabody Award winners.
Kevin Boseman on brother Chadwick's passing
Writer, actor and dancer Kevin Boseman is participating in a benefit for the non-profit Dance Against Cancer. He joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss his upcoming performance, his brother's tragic death and his own previous battle against cancer.
Graham Norton on chat show, new novel
Anthony Mason interviews TV host Graham Norton, who delights audiences every week with Britain's version of the late night talk show. His sharp comedic timing, unique laugh and effortless ease with guests who chat over drinks on the famous red sofa have made “The Graham Norton Show“ a hit. The eight-time BAFTA Award winner also hosts a radio show and writes. In the spare time Norton somehow found, he has written his third novel, “Home Stretch.”