Advances in technology are changing the way we understand brain activity and diagnosing potentially deadly mental health disorders. Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S., according to the CDC. As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, Nikki Battiste shows us how researchers are using brain scans to spot harmful thoughts. Source
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The bloodsport of singing karaoke
In this web extra, Joshua Baron, Seattle’s “Karaoke Baron,” explains to correspondent Nancy Giles how bar fights have broken out among karaoke enthusiasts eager to sing along to Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believing.” Source
Doctor says passengers quarantined on cruise ship are “stable”
A cruise ship is quarantined in St. Lucia after measles was confirmed on board. The ship’s doctor said the quarantined passengers are “stable.” David Begnaud reports. Source
Peter Mayhew, Chewbacca actor in “Star Wars,” dies at 74
Peter Mayhew, the actor who played Chewbacca in the “Star Wars” films died this week at his home in Texas. He was 74. Source
How to participate in Steve Hartman’s “Taps Across America”
Thousands of trumpet and bugle players will sound Taps from their porches on Memorial Day. Source
Why some middle age Americans may need measles booster vaccines
We’re taking a closer look at why some adults who were vaccinated against the measles may still be at risk. The CDC has confirmed 704 cases so far this year, mostly in unvaccinated children. Some adults vaccinated in the 1960s may have received only partial immunity from their shots. Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning” to explain. Source
Moderna CEO made millions on vaccine announcement
Four of the biotech’s top executives netted a total of $30 million since positive results for a coronavirus vaccine were touted. Source
Adults vaccinated in 1960s may need a measles booster
Amid an ongoing measles outbreak, adults who were vaccinated years ago may be wondering if they’re still protected. Dr. Jon LaPook joins “CBS Evening News” to explain why some people may need a booster. Source
Summer movie preview: Disney expected to dominate box office
With “Avengers: Endgame” earning a record $1.2 billion worldwide in its opening weekend, it may feel like the summer movie season is already in full swing but it is just getting started. Matt Singer, editor-in-chief of the movie website ScreenCrush.com joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss all the big movies to watch out for this summer. Source
The origins of Tolkien’s Middle-earth, on display in NYC
An exhibition at the Morgan Library and Museum explores the creative process of author J.R.R. Tolkien. Manuscripts, maps, paintings, and other personal items help tell the story of how the writer conjured the fantasy worlds of “The Hobbit” and “The Lord of the Rings.” CBS News’ Sara Kugel reports. Source