China’s President Xi Jinping gave U.S. President Trump an earful when they spoke by phone over the weekend. Ben Tracy reports that Xi was upset that a U.S. destroyer sailed close to a disputed island claimed by China. Source
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ISIS is surrounded in Raqqa
In Iraq Monday, ISIS sent female suicide bombers to attack Iraqi soldiers in Mosul, killing one. It was an act of desperation, with U.S.-backed Iraqi forces close to recapturing the entire city. In Syria, ISIS is surrounded in Raqqa, with several competing armies jockeying for position. Holly Williams reports from northern Syria. Source
No injuries after jet engine burst into flames in Denver
Federal investigators are looking into what caused an engine to burst into flames on a regional jet as it landed Sunday in Denver. Everyone on board got out. Kris Van Cleave reports. Source
Trump, Pope Francis offer to help terminally ill baby in Britain
The parents of a baby with an extremely rare condition want to take their son to the United States for an experimental treatment. Doctors say the illness is incurable and that any treatment would simply prolong his suffering. Charlie D’Agata has more. Source
New study links phone use and mental health issues in teens
A new study in the journal Child Development shows nighttime usage of a cell phone can increase anxiety and depression in teenagers and reduce self-esteem. This is the first study that shows a direct link between screen time and mental health. Psychologist and CBS News contributor Lisa Damour joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss tips for parents who want to decrease their teens’ cell phone usage and how screen time affects important sleep habits. Source
This summer could see uptick in ticks, scientists say
Diseases carried by ticks are on the rise and some scientists predict this summer could be the worst tick season in years. More than 30,000 cases of Lyme disease are reported nationwide each year but studies suggest the actual number is closer to 300,000. Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning” from Los Angeles to discuss what might be the reason for the trend and tips for tick bite prevention. Source
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COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy concerns, warnings about new variants; Chef Donna Lennard on history of Il Buco Source
Don’t like needles? Try the flu patch
Many people avoid getting a flu shot because they fear needles. So researchers in Atlanta have created a flu vaccine patch. Dr. Jon LaPook reports. Source
Sunday Profile: John Mellencamp
Jane Pauley profiles the rocker and fellow Hoosier who has just released his 23rd studio album, “Sad Clowns & Hillbillies.” John Mellencamp explains why he is driven to make music, and talks about his other passion: painting. Source
John Mellencamp on panic attacks and creativity
In this web exclusive, the singer-songwriter talks to Jane Pauley about how he has suffered throughout his life, to varying degrees, from panic attacks. He also discusses creativity, from his painting, to how his gift for songwriting has evolved over time. Source