Residents in the southern Gaza city Rafah picked through the ruins of a demolished house following an Israeli airstrike. Elsewhere in the city, more homes and businesses were badly damaged, and four people were killed by tank shelling. Source
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Tylenol not more effective than placebo for back pain, study finds
Millions of back pain sufferers relying on acetaminophen, sold under brands like Tylenol, are in for a shock. Dr. Holly Phillips joins the “CBS This Morning” co-hosts to discuss the new findings. Source
Brad and Angelina return to screen as married couple
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are teaming up in the upcoming drama “By The Sea” for the first time since 2005’s “Mr. and Mrs. Smith.” Also, fans get a preview of the 45th Comic-Con in San Diego, Calif. Suzanne Marques has today’s Eye on Entertainment. Source
Acetaminophen does not lessen back pain
New research casts doubt on the most common treatment for lower back pain. Also, checking your pulse frequently after a stroke may be the best way to prevent another stroke. Marlie Hall has some of the day’s top health stories. Source
Comic-Con 2014 kicks off, attracts women
One of the largest comic book conventions is scheduled to take place this week in San Diego. Comic book creators are realizing that their fans aren’t just men. Bigad Shaban reports. Source
A microchip may be the future of birth control
Researchers with a biomedical technology company and MIT are testing a contraceptive microchip. Implanted under the skin, it can deliver tiny amounts of hormone to prevent pregnancy for up to 16 years. CBS News’ Jericka Duncan reports Source
Movie shoot confuses Pittsburgh police
A break-in in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania left one man dead and one in critical condition, but police were mislead by a movie shoot nearby when they arrived on scene. KDKA’s Brenda Waters reports. Source
Would you put butter in your coffee?
Butter instead of cream is the new coffee trend in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Advocates for the butter blend say the natural fats help cut cravings and boost energy. Source
Stars gather for Philip Seymour Hoffman’s final film
Robin Wright and Rachel McAdams remember the late actor at the premiere of “A Most Wanted Man.” Also, Marvel is about to take over the box office again when “Guardians of the Galaxy” hits theaters next week. Suzanne Marques has today’s Eye on Entertainment. Source
Courts issue conflicting rulings on Obamacare subsidies
Two federal appeals courts issued conflicting rulings on whether Obamacare can pay for insurance premiums bought on exchanges set up by the federal government. The ultimate ruling will affect millions of Americans enrolled under Obamacare. Jan Crawford reports from the Supreme Court. Source