Recapping night one of the first Democratic Primary Debate; Lego creates “World’s Smallest Pride Parade” Source
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Pelosi speaks as Senate forces border bill showdown
Pelosi is speaking to reporters after the Senate passed its own version of the House-approved border funding bill on Wednesday Source
Record temperatures amid heat wave in Europe
Five days into summer, much of the eastern U.S. is in a heatwave. But it’s even hotter in Europe. Roxana Saberi reports. Source
Bee thieves find sweet rewards in California’s almond groves
The need for pollination services amid surging almond production means bees are more in demand than ever Source
The Black Keys dismiss rumors that they hated each other
Six-time Grammy winners the Black Keys will release their first new album in five years on Friday. In their only TV interview, Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney address rumors of their breakup and tell “CBS This Morning” co-host Anthony Mason what took them so long to get back in the studio. Source
Zuckerberg: Facebook needs to form deepfake video policy
He left open the possibility that the social network might ban deepfakes altogether, but that could also be problematic Source
As they release new album, The Black Keys respond to rumors of tension
Six-time Grammy winning indie rock band The Black Keys are releasing a new album, “Let’s Rock” – for the first time in five years Source
Trevor Project CEO on the risks still facing LGBTQ community: “Words really matter”
A recent survey by the Trevor Project reveals nearly one in five LGBTQ young people attempted suicide in just the last year. For more than two decades, the Trevor Project has worked to end this long-running crisis by offering emergency counseling by phone, text and chat. More than 200,000 calls and messages come in every year. Trevor Project CEO and executive director Amit Paley joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss some of the issues still facing LGBTQ youth today despite all the progress that’s been made. Source
Fake news, real consequences: The woman fighting disinformation
As the 2016 U.S. election illustrated, social media has become a powerful tool for disinformation and propaganda. Today, the Philippines is center stage in that battle as its government leverages platforms like Facebook to combat its critics — particularly the media. And, as President Rodrigo Duterte continues to consolidate power, many wonder if democracy in the U.S. is at risk. Source
FAA finds new potential risk in Boeing 737 Max planes
A new flaw has been found on Boeing 737 Max jets. It’s expected to further delay the planes’ return to service. The 737 Max fleet was grounded worldwide in March after two deadly crashes overseas. Kris Van Cleave reports. Source