In a special “Saturday Sessions” practicing social distancing, McArthur Genius Grant and Grammy Award-winner Chris Thile performs from The Bridge Studio in Brooklyn, New York. Thile has appeared on “CBS This Morning: Saturday” six times, including with his bands Nickel Creek and Punch Brothers. Today, he performs a cover of Radiohead’s “True Love Waits.” Source
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Saturday Sessions: Chris Thile performs music by Bach
In a special “Saturday Sessions” practicing social distancing, McArthur Genius Grant and Grammy Award-winner Chris Thile performs from The Bridge Studio in Brooklyn, New York. Thile has appeared on “CBS This Morning: Saturday” six times, including with his bands Nickel Creek and Punch Brothers. Today, he performs a composition by Bach. Source
Coronavirus: What we know so far
Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” as millions of Americans are ordered to stay in their homes as much as possible amid the coronavirus pandemic. He breaks down the latest information regarding medical supply shortages, testing and possible treatments for the disease. Source
Musicians hold virtual concerts to entertain fans while social distancing
The cancellations of concerts and music festivals has left many fans feeling disconnected from the artists they love. But on Friday, fans were able to watch performances by Hozier, One Republic, and Erykah Badu thanks to virtual concerts the artists are holding while social distancing. On Monday, you can sing along with country star Brandy Clark. Michelle Miller reports on the performances entertaining hundreds of thousands of fans from their own homes. Source
Americans stuck abroad amid pandemic speak out
While millions of Americans are confined to their homes, many abroad are looking for a way to get back home as more countries, including the U.S., shut borders in an effort to contain the coronavirus. Many say the State Department is providing them with little information while airlines are charging exorbitant fares to get back into the country. Don Dahler speaks to Americans stuck abroad who are hoping to return. Source
Wall Street ends worst week since 2008 financial crisis
The Dow and NASDAQ’s Friday closing numbers marked the end of U.S. markets’ worst week since the 2008 financial crisis. The economic fallout has also lead to massive layoffs and predictions of an unprecedented slowdown. Jill Schlesinger joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to break down the latest financial information. Source
New Yorkers told to stay at home over coronavirus pandemic
Drastic measures were taken on Friday as two of the nation’s biggest states joined a third in ordering all non-essential workers to stay home. Now New York, California, and Illinois are in lockdown mode. The U.S. coronavirus death toll has soared to at least 260 reported fatalities. More than 5,300 new cases were reported Friday, bringing the current total to over 19,000. Michael George reports on the pandemic from Times Square. Source
Kenny Rogers thinking about the future
At 68, the popular country singer is not resting on his laurels Source
Kenny Rogers: Up close and personal
Music legend has new album, new life Source
Eye Opener: Millions of Americans under coronavirus lockdown
A quarter of the nation is on lockdown as New York and Illinois join three other states in restricting people to their homes amid the coronavirus pandemic. Also, conflicting opinions surround an anti-malaria drug that may help fight the coronavirus. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source