Environmental pollution contributed to the premature deaths of about nine million people in 2015, nearly 15 times as many deaths from war and all forms of violence. That staggering figure comes from a study published this week in the medical journal, The Lancet. Anna Werner reports. Source
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Harvey Weinstein may be booted from TV Academy
More than 60 women are now accusing disgraced Hollywood movie producer Harvey Weinstein of sexual misconduct. The Television Academy overwhelmingly decided to begin disciplinary proceedings against Weinstein, which could result in the termination of his membership. Tony Dokoupil reports. Source
Chris Rosati, who inspired thousands of acts of kindness, passes away from ALS
Chris Rosati made it his mission to make an impact on the world. After CBS News first reported his story in 2013, he inspired thousands of children to perform random acts of kindness. He also started the idea of “Butterfly Grants,” a way for kids to fund their kindness projects. Sadly, Chris’s journey ended this week after a battle with ALS. Steve Hartman reports from “On the Road.” Source
New Calif. law bans sale of animals from breeders in pet stores
Animal advocate and bill sponsor Judie Mancuso helped pass the first-in-the-nation state law that only allows pet stores to sell dogs, cats and rabbits that are rescues. The law is designed to take business away from “puppy mills,” which are often crowded and unsanitary. Carter Evans reports. Source
“60 Minutes”/Washington Post investigation reveals “revolving door” of drug regulators
The “60 Minutes”/Washington Post investigation of the opioid crisis revealed a revolving door of former drug regulators who went to work for the drug industry. Juliana Goldman reports. Source
Harvey Weinstein faces more accusations as more stars come forward
A lawyer for an Italian actress who says Harvey Weinstein raped her in 2013 met with reporters Friday in Los Angeles. More than 50 women now say Weinstein sexually harassed them, and six have accused him of rape or sexual assault. Jim Axelrod reports. Source
Hybrid work models could create divisions and lead to disadvantages
More companies are weighing a hybrid work model, deciding to have some employees work from home and others return to the office. Experts are concerned this could lead to remote workers being treated differently. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo joins CBSN’s Lana Zak to discuss these issues, along with her most recent report, “Hybrid return-to-office models could create subcaste of workers.” Source
Peloton apologizes for not recalling deadly treadmills sooner
Exercise equipment maker’s chief says company will “get back on the right side of the line with trust and safety.” Source
Preview: Comedian Patton Oswalt explains what’s worse than bombing
Comedian Patton Oswalt is best known for his role on “The King of Queens” and as the voice of Remy in the animated film, “Ratatouille.” The Emmy Award winner tells CBS News contributor Jamie Wax about bombing onstage — and what’s worse than that. Tune in for the full interview Saturday, Oct. 21, 2017 on “CBS This Morning: Saturday.” Find out when “CBS This Morning: Saturday” airs in your city here. Source
New gene therapy “gave me my life back,” cancer survivor says
The FDA has approved CAR-T cell therapy for lymphoma, a form of blood cancer, after some patients showed dramatic benefits. CBS Boston’s Dr. Mallika Marshall has the story. Source