Study: Obesity rate falling for preschoolers who receive food aid
Obesity rates dropped steadily to about 14% in 2016 — the latest data available — from 16% in 2010, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported
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Flesh-eating bacteria increasing on East Coast
The dangerous bacteria can infect wounds in your skin – and even the seafood you eat
She had an abortion before Roe v. Wade. Now she's speaking out
"I felt so cheated, because I felt like I didn't have the opportunity, because it was illegal, to really think about how I was feeling about it," Carla Nordstrom told CBS News
Pillsbury flour among recalled brands in multistate E. coli outbreak
Action by owner Hometown Food action involves about 4,620 cases of product tied to Archer Daniels Midland mill in Buffalo, New York
Study: Cosmetic products send kids to E.R. every 2 hours
The study was conducted by the Center for Injury Research at Nationwide Children's Hospital
Report urges travelers to get MMR vaccine due to European outbreak
According to data from the World Health Organization, 41,000 measles cases were reported from January to June 2018 across 53 European countries
Firefighters battle occupational cancer
Since 2002, almost 2 out of 3 firefighters who died in the line of duty died of cancer, as today's fires produce an ever-more toxic brew of chemicals, yet many sickened first responders are being denied workers' comp benefits
Patients skipping prescriptions as prices rise
When Maryanne Perry lost her health insurance coverage, she discovered a $50 copay would jump to $1,000 a month
U.N. says Ebola outbreak still not a global emergency
Ebola outbreak has killed more than 1,400 people since it was declared in August, making it the second-deadliest in history
Doctor risked career to protect moms and babies
Dr. Judy Robinson told "Whistleblower" she'd rather lose her job than look the other way
Physician exposes dangerous practice involving high-risk pregnancies
An OB-GYN blew the whistle to protect mothers and their newborns -- did profits come before the safety of patients?
New York is ending religious exemptions for vaccines
The new legislation requires all children attending school or daycare to receive vaccinations
Summer camps face risk amid measles outbreak
This year, Deerkill Day Camp will only allow campers who have been vaccinated
The true cost of high-deductible health care plans
As deductibles hit the thousands, many skip care or prescriptions, which can lead to worse illness -- and higher bills
How parents can help students cope with stress
Dr. B. Janet Hibbs said students may be academically ready, but not emotionally ready for higher education
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Shanahan out as defense chief after reports of domestic incidents
Shanahan faced scrutiny over several domestic incidents involving members of his family several years ago
Man found dead in Dominican hotel amid spate of mystery illnesses
Joseph Allen is at least the eighth tourist to die while on vacation in the Dominican Republic in the last 12 months
Gillibrand urges Congress to limit funds for migrant children shelters
Lawmakers are currently negotiating new funding for the agency which takes care of migrant children in U.S. custody
Trump says millions of people will be deported starting next week
Tweets were posted on eve of formal announcement of re-election bid expected to have immigration as a central theme
Schumer calls on Congress to protect elections from foreign meddling
Democrats have emphasized election security after President Trump said last week he would accept election help from foreign actors
"Nobody Died at Sandy Hook" publisher apologizes to victim's father
The father has been pushing back for years against hoaxers who have harassed him and subjected him to death threats
Horse collapses and dies during race just after taking the lead
5-year-old mare is at least 12th racehorse to die this year in Maryland
Jon Stewart fires back at Mitch McConnell over 9/11 victims fund
"I beg of you, meet with [first responders] tomorrow," Stewart said to McConnell "But you know what? If you're busy, I get it"
3 things to watch for from the Federal Reserve on Wednesday
Investors increasingly expect the central bank to cut interest rates for the first time since 2008
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How to keep your job in an increasingly automated world
"The key is not to fear or not fear automation, the key is to make sure you understand how your industry is changing"
Gillibrand urges Congress to limit funds for migrant children shelters
Lawmakers are currently negotiating new funding for the agency which takes care of migrant children in U.S. custody
How to get married without breaking the bank
Last year, couples spent an average of nearly $34,000 tying the knot
Shanahan out as defense chief after reports of domestic incidents
Shanahan faced scrutiny over several domestic incidents involving members of his family several years ago
Trump: Millions in U.S. illegally to be deported starting next week
Tweets were posted on eve of formal announcement of re-election bid expected to have immigration as a central theme
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Gillibrand urges Congress to limit funds for migrant children shelters
Lawmakers are currently negotiating new funding for the agency which takes care of migrant children in U.S. custody
Shanahan out as defense chief after reports of domestic incidents
Shanahan faced scrutiny over several domestic incidents involving members of his family several years ago
Trump: Millions in U.S. illegally to be deported starting next week
Tweets were posted on eve of formal announcement of re-election bid expected to have immigration as a central theme
Pompeo on Iran: "President Trump does not want war"
Pompeo spoke to reporters after the administration announced 1,000 additional troops to the Middle East
Bullock makes second DNC debate after not qualifying for the first
Bullock is holding town halls on the same dates as the first Democratic debates at the end of June
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Trump: Millions in U.S. illegally to be deported starting next week
Tweets were posted on eve of formal announcement of re-election bid expected to have immigration as a central theme
Vatican mulls allowing married priests in remote Amazon region
Vatican document even alludes to more "official" roles for women in the church
Sled dogs slog through meltwater on Greenland ice sheet
"Challenging conditions" for researchers collecting instruments used to measure sea ice brought on by "very warm conditions" in the Arctic
Why Stonehenge "waste material" may be "Holy Grail" for geologists
No one really knows how or why Stonehenge was created -- but this cylinder of rock could provide some answers
Hong Kong protest leaders reject leader's apology for violence
Chief Executive of semi-autonomous Chinese region said sorry, but didn't retract hugely unpopular extradition bill, and protest leaders aren't having it
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg earns MTV Movie & TV Award
RBG had some tough competition in the category — including Serena Williams
Highest-grossing movies of all time, ranked
What's the highest-grossing movie of all time? It might be one of your favorites
How to be successful in an automated world
It's estimated in the next 15 to 20 years, 32 percent of jobs are likely to change significantly due to automation. Fourteen percent could be completely automated. Right now, 60 percent of adults do not have the right skills for emerging jobs. New York Times senior economic correspondent Neil Irwin has a new book called " How to Win in a Winner?Take?All World." He joins "CBS This Morning" with advice for how to succeed in this new economy.
Remembering Gloria Vanderbilt
Friends and fans are saluting heiress, socialite and fashion pioneer Gloria Vanderbilt. She died Monday of advanced stomach cancer. Vanderbilt was 95, and had been well-known for nearly all of those years. Her son, Anderson Cooper, called her "an extraordinary woman who lived life on her own terms." Anthony Mason reports.
Remembering Gloria Vanderbilt
Gloria Vanderbilt, the heiress and designer, has died at age 95. Vanderbilt's extraordinary life has been in the spotlight since she was a child. Maurice DuBois takes a look back at Vanderbilt's life and career.
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Meet Facebook's Libra, a digital currency for the social network
The company is partnering with big names like Visa, Mastercard, Uber and Spotify to create a new global cryptocurrency
U.S. continues battle against ex-CIA software engineer tied to WikiLeaks
Joshua Adam Schulte was indicted on 13 counts in 2018, including the illegal transmission of lawfully possessed national defense information as well as three charges related to child pornography
Elon Musk says he's "deleted" his Twitter account
Musk's account is still listed as active, however, and he changed his display name to "Daddy DotCom" on Father's Day
Why Facebook is getting into blockchain
In a line: Money, more money, different kinds of money, and, oh, yes, ever more data on its massive bank of users
New software designed to help media detect deepfakes
An altered video of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi that falsely showed her slurring her words has been viewed more than 3 million times
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Sled dogs slog through meltwater on Greenland ice sheet
"Challenging conditions" for researchers collecting instruments used to measure sea ice brought on by "very warm conditions" in the Arctic
Why Stonehenge "waste material" may be "Holy Grail" for geologists
No one really knows how or why Stonehenge was created -- but this cylinder of rock could provide some answers
Warming waters may be changing shark migration patterns
An 8-year-old boy was bit by a shark in the third attack this season along the North Carolina coast
Facebook and Tesla accused of hiding climate change risks
Investment group say hundreds of big companies are falling short when it comes to disclosing their environmental impact
Powerful earthquake hits China; USGS warns casualties possible
The U.S. Geological Survey says a strong earthquake has hit Sichuan province in southwestern China
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Study: Obesity rate falling for preschoolers who receive food aid
Obesity rates dropped steadily to about 14% in 2016 — the latest data available — from 16% in 2010, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported
Flesh-eating bacteria increasing on East Coast
The dangerous bacteria can infect wounds in your skin – and even the seafood you eat
She had an abortion before Roe v. Wade. Now she's speaking out
"I felt so cheated, because I felt like I didn't have the opportunity, because it was illegal, to really think about how I was feeling about it," Carla Nordstrom told CBS News
Pillsbury flour among recalled brands in multistate E. coli outbreak
Action by owner Hometown Food action involves about 4,620 cases of product tied to Archer Daniels Midland mill in Buffalo, New York
Study: Cosmetic products send kids to E.R. every 2 hours
The study was conducted by the Center for Injury Research at Nationwide Children's Hospital
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How to get married without breaking the bank
Last year, couples spent an average of nearly $34,000 tying the knot
Child support payments vary wildly from state to state
Moving from Massachusetts to Vermont could lessen your monthly child support payment from $1,187 to $519
3 things to watch for from the Federal Reserve on Wednesday
Investors increasingly expect the central bank to cut interest rates for the first time since 2008
Meet Facebook's Libra, a digital currency for the social network
The company is partnering with big names like Visa, Mastercard, Uber and Spotify to create a new global cryptocurrency
Facebook and Tesla accused of hiding climate change risks
Investment group say hundreds of big companies are falling short when it comes to disclosing their environmental impact
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Florida cop convicted of lesser charge in controversial shooting
Jonathan Aledda said he thought white autistic man had gun, his shot hit man's black caretaker, and video sparked uproar
Man tries to smuggle 34 birds into U.S. in carry-on luggage
U.S. Attorney's office said Francis Gurahoo, 39, was traveling into the United States from Guyana on Sunday
Man who shared New Zealand shooting video sentenced to 21 months
Philip Arps had earlier pleaded guilty to two counts of distributing the video of the massacre at a mosque in Christchurch
U.S. continues battle against ex-CIA software engineer tied to WikiLeaks
Joshua Adam Schulte was indicted on 13 counts in 2018, including the illegal transmission of lawfully possessed national defense information as well as three charges related to child pornography
10th suspect in David Ortiz shooting to spend 1 year in prison
Gabriel Alexánder Pérez Vizcaíno is accused of being the liaison between the alleged hit men and the person who paid them
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NASA to land 1st woman on moon as part of Artemis mission
NASA's project aims to bring human beings back to the moon by 2024
NASA spots "Star Trek" Starfleet logo on Mars
Hopefully, it finds some aliens sporting Vulcan salutes next
Earth approaching "meteor swarm" eyed in past impact
Scientists hope to study the Taurid meteor shower closely, in hopes of better predicting the risk of a future impact
SpaceX launches 3 Earth-observation satellites
The three Radarsat satellites will monitor resources and the effects of climate change across Canada
Jupiter's largest moons visible with binoculars in June
NASA has a message for space lovers this month: Look up
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Photographer Dave Engledow, the "World's Best Father"
He calls himself the "World's Best Father," and he's got the pictures of himself and his daughter, Alice, to prove it
Forbes: World's top 20 billionaires
Forbes has updated their billionaires list, detailing the richest people around the world.
Tony Awards 2019: Red carpet looks from your favorite stars
See Broadway stars walk the red carpet at Radio City Music Hall in New York City at the 73rd Annual Tony Awards
Jayme Closs case: Recently released evidence photos
At Jake Patterson's sentencing hearing, prosecutors showed a select few evidence photos to the court and asked that Patterson be sentenced to life in prison for the murders of Jayme Closs' parents and the 13-year-old's kidnapping
Summer music 2019
It's summertime - time for music at festivals and venues across the country
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Facebook unveils Libra cryptocurrency
Facebook is jumping into the cryptocurrency market. The company unveiled a new digital currency called Libra on Tuesday. It will be used on a blockchain-based system called Calibra, which will oversee security of users' financial data. CBS News contributor and Wired editor-in-chief Nicholas Thompson joins CBSN with details.
Elaine Welteroth on memoir "More Than Enough"
Elaine Welteroth sat down with CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers to discuss her new book "More Than Enough."
Pompeo on Iran: "President Trump does not want war"
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo spoke to reporters after the Trump administration announced 1,000 additional troops to the Middle East.
Inside China's Muslim internment camps
More than a million Uighurs and others belonging to Muslim minority groups are believed to be detained in China's Xinjiang region. China calls them "transformation camps" built to prevent extremism from spreading. However, reports indicate they're more like prisons. BBC News correspondent John Sudworth got exclusive access to one of the facilities.
Flesh-eating bacteria seen in Delaware Bay
Doctors are reporting five cases of people sickened by contact with the flesh-eating bacteria Vibrio vulnificus in Delaware Bay - farther north than it's typically found. They warn it may become more prevalent in northern areas as waters warm.