It’s estimated more than 26 million people around the world have dug into their family histories with the help of at-home DNA kits. But finding your ancestors often requires much more than just submitting your DNA. In this growing field of ancestry amateurs, we discovered an unlikely pro and he’s only 18. Michelle Miller reports. Source
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New poll shows Biden beating Trump by a “landslide”
A new national poll from Quinnipiac University shows President Trump trailing each of six Democratic candidates in potential head-to-head contests Source
Tips for lowering the risk of male infertility
About 13 out of every 100 couples cannot get pregnant. It’s a stressful and emotional time, and it’s often considered a female issue. The CDC says both men and women contribute to infertility in about 35 percent of couples. The man is the only factor in about eight percent of cases. Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss some of the causes of male infertility and why it’s so difficult for men to talk about the issue. Source
Soundtrack of 2020: How candidates use walkout songs to build their brand
You hear a lot of campaign speeches on the news, but we thought it was time to look at what you hear before the candidates start speaking. Many of the presidential contenders have their own “walkout songs.” Ed O’Keefe reports. Source
Safety tips for planning a trip abroad
The mysterious deaths of American tourists in the Dominican Republic and the shooting of Red Sox legend David Ortiz are making some people reluctant to travel there. Six Americans have died in the DR in the last year, including a Maryland couple and a Pennsylvania woman who died within days of each other at the same resort. The FBI is helping local law enforcement with the investigation. Mark Ellwood, a contributing editor at Condé Nast Traveler, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss some ways you can vet a hotel you’re planning to stay at and how to stay safe while abroad. Source
Trump holds up paper that hints at secret deal with Mexico
The president brandished a sheet of paper and refused to share details of what it contained — but photographers captured portions of the text Source
Mick Jagger “feeling good” and prepping for tour after heart surgery
While recovering, the rocker said he’s been preparing with his bandmates for their “No Filter” tour Source
Record rainfall and ongoing trade war hurting American farmers
President Trump toured an energy plant and said farmers will prosper when he’s done negotiating trade deals. Many U.S. farmers are seeing their livelihoods hurt right now because of trade disputes with countries like China and recent record rainfalls. Dean Reynolds reports. Source
Missing Connecticut mom’s blood found mixed with estranged husband’s DNA
New evidence is emerging in the mysterious case of a missing Connecticut mother. Prosecutors say Jennifer Dulos’ blood was found mixed with her estranged husband’s DNA inside her home. He is now free, after posting a half million dollar bond. Jericka Duncan reports. Source
Eye Opener at 8: Still unclear if David Ortiz was target in shooting
A look back at what we’ve been covering on “CBS This Morning.” Source