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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FDA expected to approve Pfizer vaccine for kids aged 12 to 15 years old
The FDA is expected to approve Pfizer’s vaccine for children aged 12 to 15 year old as early as the end of this week. This comes as New York, Connecticut and New Jersey all announced they would lift most capacity limits on May 19. Mola Lenghi reports. Source
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
JetBlue investigating cabin odors, illnesses that diverted three flights within two weeks
Mysterious fumes have caused problems for passengers and crew aboard three JetBlue flights in the past two weeks, including two on Thursday night. The planes were all Airbus A320s. Passengers and crew reported headaches, and some were taken to the hospital. Kris Van Cleave reports. Source
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
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
A look at the U.S. military’s options for dealing with the North Korean threat
When it comes to North Korea, the U.S. military has been “locked and loaded” for years. The motto of the 28,000 American troops in South Korea is “fight tonight,” meaning they’re ready for an attack that could come with little or no warning. David Martin reports. Source
Tornado throws several cars, semi-trucks aside while crossing Texas highway
Two people in Georgia are dead after severe weather swept through the South leaving millions in the path of large hail, tornadoes and intense, damaging wind. One twister caused a major accident as it swept several cars and trucks aside on a Texas highway. Omar Villafranca reports. Source
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
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