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U.K.'s Prince Philip dead at 99
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, has died at age 99. The senior royal was married to the United Kingdom's monarch Queen Elizabeth II for nearly 75 years. Mark Phillips looks back on the prince's life, with Charlie D'Agata bringing the latest updates from London.
Family wants release of American held in Iran
As the White House meets with Iran to re-enter the nuclear agreement, the families of Americans imprisoned in Iran are pleading for their release. In an exclusive "CBS This Morning" interview, Margaret Brennan speaks with the family of Emad Shargi, a U.S.-Iranian citizen who's been in prison for more than four months.
Lung expert says Floyd died of lack of oxygen
A top medical expert told a jury George Floyd died from a lack of oxygen that damaged his brain and caused his heart to stop. Dr. Martin Tobin said Floyd could not take in enough oxygen while he was pinned on his stomach with his hands handcuffed behind his back for more than nine minutes. Jamie Yuccas reports.
The road ahead for Biden's budget proposal
President Biden released his $1.5 trillion budget proposal, which he hopes will have bipartisan support. But Senate Republicans are already pushing back and criticizing the less than 2% increase in defense spending. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss where the plan stands and what the road ahead looks like.
DDT dumpsite wreaks havoc on marine life
The Pacific Ocean waters may look pristine from above but lurking beneath is an environmental tragedy that's been unfolding for generations. A toxic dumpsite that settled on the ocean floor decades ago continues to wreak havoc on marine life to this day. Meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli has more.
Analysis of week two in Chauvin's trial
CBS News legal analyst Rikki Klieman joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to provide an analysis of the prosecution's case during the second week of Derek Chauvin's trial. Klieman also discusses what's ahead in the trial as George Floyd's family prepares to testify.
White House releases fiscal budget preview
President Biden's priority list is growing and it isn't cheap. In addition to the nearly $2 trillion stimulus bill passed in March and the more than $2 trillion infrastructure plan, the White House unveiled a preview of his fiscal 2022 budget request. Christina Ruffini reports.
Sunken warship uncovered
Lives lost in the Battle of Leyte Gulf are being remembered after the USS Johnston, which had been unseen by human eyes for nearly 80 years, was uncovered. David Martin has the details on the remarkable discovery.
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Crews find Navy ship unseen by human eyes for nearly 8 decades
The USS Johnston is the deepest wreck ever discovered.
Land seized from Black family over a century ago may be returned
City leaders used eminent domain to shut down "Bruce's Lodge" to make way for a park.
Family "torn apart" by Iran imprisoning father begs for his release
Emad Shargi — a dual U.S. and Iranian citizen — is currently being held at Iran's notorious Evin Prison on murky national security charges. The saga began two and a half years ago and now his wife and daughters are speaking out about the painful separation.
Farmer weighs leaving family in Guatemala to find work in U.S.
Che said he does not want to leave his wife and five-year-old son behind, but he struggles to envision a future for them on the hillside.
Experts alarmed by number of COVID survivors with brain disorders
Among patients treated in the ICU, 7% suffered a stroke and nearly 2% were diagnosed with dementia. Researchers also found 17% of patients developed anxiety and 14% experienced mood disorders.
Royal Caribbean CEO on new safety protocols, push to sail again
No cruise ship has left a U.S. port with passengers in over a year.
Many Republican men are hesitant to get COVID vaccine
A recent poll found 49% of Republican men said they would not take the vaccine when it's available to them
Smugglers prey on migrants' desperation to reach border
Francisco Coc, a 19-year-old migrant, made it all the way to Mexico City before he ran out of money to pay smugglers. He said he plans to work to try again.
Man billed $1.7 million by government for life-saving burn treatment
"I never expected, never in my life to live through something like this," Alexis Hernandez told CBS News' Anna Werner.
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Teens create free virtual tutoring programs
Many children have spent more than a year attending school virtually, raising significant concerns about a growing inequality gap. For the "CBS This Morning" series A More Perfect Union, Jan Crawford introduces high school students around the country who are on a mission to bridge that divide by teaching what they've learned to younger students.
Skating organization empowers girls
"Figure Skating in Harlem" is the only organization to bridge education and figure skating to empower girls in underserved communities. In the "More Perfect Union" series, Vlad Duthiers introduces us to the group and two skaters breaking barriers on and off the ice.
Cardiologist heals through medicine and music
A cardiologist in Nashville, Tennessee, is healing people through the power of medicine and music. Dr. Suzie Brown is breaking barriers as a doctor and an acclaimed singer-songwriter. CBS News senior medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula has the details for the "CBS This Morning" series A More Perfect Union.
The Black College Expo helps students succeed
Dr. Theresa Price founded the Black College Expo to open doors and create opportunities for underserved, underrepresented students. Each year lives are changed when students get accepted to college with scholarships on the spot. As part of the "CBS This Morning" series, A More Perfect Union, Jamie Yuccas reports.
Sisters bake to support social justice groups
Like so many Americans, the four Loffman sisters found themselves baking while in lockdown at their New Jersey home. They've been making challah, a traditional Jewish bread. As part of the "CBS This Morning" series, A More Perfect Union, Nikki Battiste shows how they are raising the dough to help organizations across the country fight for racial equity.
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Kamala Harris weighs in on border crisis, anti-Asian hate
Vice President Kamala Harris joined "CBS This Morning" for an exclusive interview from Washington, D.C.
Kamala Harris: Biden "prepared to sign" gun control legislation
"Congress needs to act," Harris said on "CBS This Morning" after two mass shootings left a total of 18 people dead in the span of one week.
Cuomo's alleged harassment "derailed" aide's career, lawyer says
Since the first allegations of sexual harassment came to light, the calls for the governor's resignation have grown to some 20 Democrats.
Americans reflect on divided nation: "This doesn't feel like America"
A CBS News poll found that 54% of Americans today say the biggest threat to our way of life is our own fellow Americans.
Trump's Mar-a-Lago move draws criticism, enthusiasm from locals
The president's neighbors recently sent a letter to town leaders, citing a 1993 agreement they say prohibits anyone from living permanently on the property because it is a social club.
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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."
COVID "long-haulers" describe debilitating symptoms that linger
An estimated 10% of COVID-19 patients are survivors who months after being infected are still experiencing debilitating and often crippling symptoms
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Myanmar security officials kill more than 80 in single city on Friday, group says
More than 600 people, including dozens of children, have been killed by Myanmar security forces since the February 1 military coup, according to Assistance Association for Political Prisoners.
Famed Egyptian archaeologist reveals details of 3,000-year-old lost city
City walls and even rooms filled with ovens, storage pottery and utensils used in daily life are said to be present.
Prince Philip honored by gun salutes across U.K.
His funeral will take place on April 17 at Windsor Castle in a family service that will be closed to the public.
Why wasn't Prince Philip called king?
Philip was once the prince of Denmark and Greece, before marrying Queen Elizabeth nearly 74 years ago.
American hostages in Iran could complicate U.S. re-entry into nuclear talks
The Biden administration is doing "everything we can" of its efforts on behalf of four U.S. prisoners in Iran, a senior administration official tells CBS News.
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At least two killed as severe weather sweeps through Gulf Coast
Tens of thousands were left without power.
Nearly "catastrophic" wastewater leak could devastate marine life
The millions of gallons of water pumped into Tampa Bay could further devastate an already struggling manatee population — and when hurricane season hits, things may only get worse.
Supreme Court says California cannot restrict religious household gatherings
"This is the fifth time the Court has summarily rejected the Ninth Circuit's analysis of California's COVID restrictions on religious exercise," the opinion states.
Pelosi aims to have Biden infrastructure bill passed before August
"I would hope that our part in that House would be largely done before the Fourth of July," Pelosi said.
Crews find Navy ship unseen by human eyes for nearly 8 decades
The USS Johnston is the deepest wreck ever discovered.
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Supreme Court says California cannot restrict religious household gatherings
"This is the fifth time the Court has summarily rejected the Ninth Circuit's analysis of California's COVID restrictions on religious exercise," the opinion states.
Pelosi aims to have Biden infrastructure bill passed before August
"I would hope that our part in that House would be largely done before the Fourth of July," Pelosi said.
Pentagon establishes working group to counter extremism in the ranks
At least 37 current or former military members were arrested in relation to the attack on the Capitol on January 6.
Book excerpt: "The Triumph of Nancy Reagan" by Karen Tumulty
The Washington Post columnist's new biography explores the first lady's skills at protecting her husband from perceived threats, underscoring her little-appreciated political savviness in aid of the Reagan presidency.
Biden to create commission to study expanding the Supreme Court
The commission is to conduct a 180-day study on adding seats to the Supreme Court and other potential changes to the high court.
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Morgan Wade performs "Last Cigarette"
Growing up in Virginia, Morgan Wade started her first band in college—putting it together through an ad on Craigslist. Her live sets caught record producers' attention, leading to her debut album "Reckless" and songs that showed up on prominent playlists on Spotify and Apple Music, garnering over a million streams. Wade joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to perform her song "Last Cigarette."
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Morgan Wade performs "Don't Cry"
Growing up in Virginia, Morgan Wade started her first band in college—putting it together through an ad on Craigslist. Her live sets caught record producers' attention, leading to her debut album "Reckless" and songs that showed up on prominent playlists on Spotify and Apple Music, garnering over a million streams. Wade joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to perform her song "Don't Cry."
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Morgan Wade performs “Wilder Days”
Growing up in Virginia, Morgan Wade started her first band in college—putting it together through an ad on Craigslist. Her live sets caught record producers' attention, leading to her debut album "Reckless" and songs that showed up on prominent playlists on Spotify and Apple Music, garnering over a million streams. Wade joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to perform her song "Wilder Days."
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Scammers are selling fake COVID-19 vaccination cards online
One seller, whose Shopify store is now defunct, was selling a pack of four bogus vaccination ID cards for $80.
Twitter will not archive tweets from Trump's suspended account
Twitter permanently suspended then-President Trump two days after the deadly riot at the Capitol.
How to find out if your Facebook info was offered to hackers
Personal details for half a billion Facebook users surfaced on a hacker forum. Here's how to protect yourself.
Oral COVID-19 vaccine being tested in LA-area research center
If proven safe and effective, it would be given by itself or in conjunction with a shot or shots.
Maintaining U.S. technological superiority
On "Intelligence Matters," former top national security officials discuss the American Edge Project, a political advocacy group promoting investment in U.S. innovation and technology, with host Michael Morell
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Why Earth's most beloved creatures are headed toward extinction
Scientists have found that more than 90% of land-based endemic species and 95% of marine ones are facing the devastating consequences of greenhouse has emissions.
California to devote $536 million in fight against devastating wildfires
California is working to get ahead of the fire season. Last year set records when wildfires charred more than 4% of the state and killed 33 people.
3,000-year-old "lost golden city" unearthed in Egypt
One expert called the find the "second most important archeological discovery since the tomb of Tutankhamun" nearly a century ago.
Source of Piney Point wastewater leak undergoing repairs
Millions of gallons of water, packed with potentially toxic levels of nutrients for marine life, continues to be discharged into Port Manatee.
2 vaccine sites close after reactions to Johnson & Johnson shot
North Carolina and Colorado sites were temporarily shut down after several people suffered reactions.
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Supreme Court says California cannot restrict religious household gatherings
"This is the fifth time the Court has summarily rejected the Ninth Circuit's analysis of California's COVID restrictions on religious exercise," the opinion states.
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.
Children are in the spotlight in the coronavirus battle
Pfizer wants to extend its COVID-19 vaccine to those as young as 12 years old and has asked the FDA for authorization to do that.
Michigan governor urges closures amid COVID-19 surge
The restrictions, which she stressed are not mandates, come as cases rise across Michigan, making it the country's latest virus epicenter.
Georgia becomes third state to shut down J&J vaccine site
Dozens have suffered adverse reactions to the shot in three states.
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Half of S&P 500 report more money for foreign taxes than U.S. taxes
While Disney, Netflix and other big public companies made most of their money in the U.S. last year, their filings show more tax money flowing overseas than to Washington.
Scammers are selling fake COVID-19 vaccination cards online
One seller, whose Shopify store is now defunct, was selling a pack of four bogus vaccination ID cards for $80.
Amazon beats back union effort in Alabama
Two-thirds of votes in historic union election oppose joining, but legal challenges will prolong final decision.
Nike settles lawsuit against company that produced "Satan Shoes"
The company will issue a voluntary recall as a condition of the settlement, Nike said.
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.
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Brain of South Carolina gunman, ex-NFL player to be tested for trauma
Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, has been found in former football players who have been subjected to repeated head trauma.
Medical examiner: Heart disease, drugs a factor but didn't cause Floyd's death
Hennepin County medical examiner Andrew Baker, who conducted the autopsy on George Floyd, took the stand Friday.
Suspect in Bryan, Texas, shooting faces new charges
In addition to a previously filed murder charge, 27-year-old Larry Bollin is now also facing five counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
Did woman who made money posting adult photos online pay with her life?
Kat West was found dead outside her home in Alabama with a head wound and a bottle of absinthe nearby.
Freed inmate says $750,000 compensation he got is far from enough
Ronnie Long served nearly 44 years in prison for a rape he didn't commit.
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Soyuz launches crew to space station
A Soyuz spacecraft lifted off from Kazakhstan carrying NASA astronaut Mark Vande Hei and two cosmonauts to the International Space Station. Watch NASA's live coverage of the launch.
Soyuz launch kicks off space station crew rotation
A NASA astronaut joins two Russians for Friday's trip to the International Space Station.
Lyrids meteor shower marks return of shooting stars
After a months-long meteor drought, the Lyrids are back to illuminate Earth Day.
Does photo show a rainbow on Mars? NASA answers the mystery
Is it a "dustbow?" Is it an "icebow?"
SpaceX Crew Dragon makes way for next crew to space station
The short "taxi" flight clears the way for arrival of another Crew Dragon later this month.
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Prince Philip through the years
Prince Philip, who died at age 99, was the patriarch of the British royal family.
Inside the night that led to Kat West's mysterious death
Authorities who investigated the death of the 42-year-old stay-at-home mom retraced not only the night of her death, but also her online life.
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What the IRS tax deadline extension means for you
CBSN takes a look at the pros and cons of waiting to file now that the government has moved the deadline until May 17. We'll also look ahead to what taxpayers should be doing in 2021 to help offset their tax burden as the economy makes an expected recovery.
Amazon defeats unionization effort in Alabama
Amazon has overcome a historic effort to unionize workers at its warehouse in Bessemer, Alabama. Roughly two-thirds of the more than 3,000 employees voted against unionizing. Rep. Andy Levin of Michigan's ninth congressional district spearheaded the efforts to help Amazon workers unionize. He spoke with Lana Zak about the vote and why the Retail, Wholesale, and Department Store Union is accusing Amazon of taking "egregious and blatantly illegal actions during the union vote."
The Student Debt Dilemma
This CBSN Originals documentary in the "Speaking Frankly" series delves into the growing demands to cancel student debt.
Concerns about Russian troops
The Ukrainian and Turkish presidents met Saturday to discuss the situation unraveling along Ukraine's eastern border with Russia. Ukrainian officials are worried the military buildup means Russia has plans to send troops across the border. Meanwhile, Turkish officials announced they're allowing two U.S. warships to deploy into the Black Sea. Lana Zak spoke with Steve Hall, former CIA Chief of Russian Operations, about what this all could mean for peace in the region.
Do We Still Need the Electoral College?
This documentary in the CBSN Originals "Speaking Frankly" series explores whether the Electoral College helps or hurts American democracy.