In the documentary “Dawson City: Frozen Time,” a treasure of decades-old silent films, buried in the frozen earth of the Yukon for several decades, is uncovered and restored, telling the story not only of early cinema but also of the shifting fortunes of the gold prospecting town whose birth coincided with the birth of movies. Composer Alex Somers talked with CBS News’ David Morgan about the ethereal, haunting music score he created for the film’s unique soundscape. (Headphones recommended.) Source
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At least 3 killed and 27 others hospitalized after boat capsizes off San Diego coast
At least three people are dead and 27 others were hospitalized after a boat capsized off the coast of San Diego. It’s not yet known why the boat capsized. Source
Some states incentivizing COVID-19 vaccinations
A handful of U.S. states are now offering incentives, including savings bonds and free drinks, for people to roll up their sleeves. Source
Japanese waste disposal company transitions into recycling and restoration
The Ishizaka factory in Japan recieves debris from construction sites and rerestores them to a carefully nurtured landscape through recycling. Lucy Craft reports. Source
Lifelong Eagles fan and cancer survivor shares her recovery story
Lifelong Eagles fan and cancer survivor Diamonique Valentine was a guest announcer for this year’s NFL Draft, thanks to the league’s Crucial Catch program. Jericka Duncan sits down with Valentine. Source
Mosul on brink of liberation
U.S-backed Iraqi forces surrounded the iconic al-Nuri mosque on Thursday after it had been blown up by ISIS last week, while around 200 ISIS fighters remain in two separate locations in Mosul and a hospital complex up north. CBS News national security correspondent David Martin joins CBSN to discuss the significance of the mosque and what’s to come as a result of being captured. Source
Medicaid cuts in Senate bill could have dire effects at Ohio opioid clinic
CBS News has learned that Senate Republicans, hoping to win support for the Obamacare replacement, have added another $45 billion for the treatment of opioid addiction. However, that is just a fraction of what Medicaid currently covers. So, what happens if Medicaid is cut drastically? Adriana Diaz reports. Source
Fireworks injuries send thousands to the ER
“Before you light that, think about the value of your life,” says one man who was severely injured when fireworks blew up in his face. The CPSC warns that 11,000 Americans are hospitalized with fireworks injuries each year. CBS News’ Meg Oliver reports. Source
24-hour shifts for new doctors raise safety concerns
Doctors fresh out of medical school can work a 24-hour shift starting this weekend. But this is raising concerns about patient safety. Dr. Tara Narula reports on what this means for patients and doctors. Source
DHS announces new security measures for flights heading to U.S.
As the summer travel season gets underway, the Department of Homeland Security is demanding that airlines and airports around the world tighten security to prevent terrorists from smuggling bombs in electronic devices. That will mean enhanced screening on many flights heading to the U.S. Jeff Pegues reports. Source