European “Pink Panther” thieves combine military discipline with “smash and grab” routines to steal $500 million over 20 years. Bob Simon reports on Sunday, March 23 at 7 p.m. ET/PT. Source
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Ukraine crisis: Obama announces more sanctions on Russia
President Obama says more sanctions targeting senior officials in the Russian government are not the “preferred outcome,” but they were compelled by Russia’s annexation of Crimea. Source
Special report: U.S. to slap Russia with more sanctions
President Barack Obama said the United States is going to impose additional sanctions on key individuals and a bank in Russia. The president warned of more costs to come for the Kremlin because of its actions in Ukraine. Source
Coach Dawn Staley on representation and handling adversity
The young women Staley coaches at the University of South Carolina have never known a world without the WNBA. Source
“Divergent” comes to the big screen
“Divergent” is the latest best-selling fantasy book series to be adapted for the big screen. The stars, Shailene Woodley and Theo James, discuss the film. CBS News’ Adriana Diaz reports. Source
Allergy survival guide: Rough winter may lead to uncomfortable spring
After a tough winter, spring has finally arrived – and with it, seasonal allergies. Dr. Clifford Bassett, medical director at Allergy and Asthma Care of New York, talks about what you can do to cope. Source
Pope Francis’ blessing sought for “Noah”; Russell Crowe, filmmakers seen at Vatican
The Vatican is denying reports it agreed to a meeting between Pope Francis and actor Russell Crowe, who stars in the new movie, “Noah.” Carter Evans reports on the film and how some are concerned the story strayed a bit too much from the source. Source
Parents say medical marijuana helping their 9-month-old
Buffalo, NY parents Joe and Brittany Wertman are seeing very positve results from treating their 9-month-old’s rare form of epilepsy with medical marijuana. They are now forced to move to Arizona to continue treatment. Source
“I’m still permanently damaged”: Chris Nowinski’s concussion story
As a Harvard football player and WWE pro wrestler, Chris Nowinski suffered more than his share of concussions. He co-founded the Sports Legacy Institute to study the impact of head injuries in athletes, and tells CBS News his story. Source
Basketball and the brain: Concussions aren’t just a risk in football
Basketball may not seem like a dangerous sport, but there’s been a 70% increase in head injuries in recent years. The men’s basketball team at the University of New Haven is trying to reduce the risk by wearing small electronic head sensors during practice. CBS News’ Michelle Castillo reports. Source