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India surpasses 20 million COVID-19 cases

India has reached 20 million COVID-19 cases. CBS News’ partners at the BBC have sent this report from Varanasi, India where people tell them the number of dead is much higher than the official death toll. Source

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Morning Rounds: Colon cancer deaths, stroke rates among women

Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss a surprising and concerning rise in colon cancer death rates among younger Americans, a new study that shows stroke rates are going down for men but not women and a new development in the on-going battle with antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Source

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Eye Opener: At least 23 dead after Mexico City metro collapses

A transportation accident in Mexico City killed at least 23 people and injured about 70. Also, the South is at risk of severe weather after tornadoes have struck the region the last two days. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source

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On the ground at Andersen Air Force Base in Guam

President Trump’s warning not to attack Guam is backed up by plenty of firepower. American B-1 bombers, based at Andersen Air Force Base in Guam, regularly fly over the Korean peninsula and would be used in a potential conflict. Vladimir Duthiers spent time at the base for “CBSN: On Assignment,” which airs Monday, August 14, at 10 p.m. ET/PT on CBS and CBSN. Source

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Trump’s “locked and loaded” remark on North Korea caps off fiery week

The week is ending as it began: with tensions and rhetoric rising. On Friday, President Trump said the U.S. military is “locked and loaded” when it comes to North Korea. He also met with Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, who have tried to reassure allies despite the tough talk. Major Garrett reports. Source

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How to protect your eyes while viewing the solar eclipse

Millions of Americans will look at the sky on Aug. 21 for the first coast-to-coast total eclipse of the sun in 99 years. But if you want to catch a glimpse, you should take precautions to avoid damaging your vision. Ophthamologist Dr. Christopher Starr joins “CBS This Morning” with more on how to protect your eyes. Source

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