High school proms are held across the country throughout May, but not all girls can afford that perfect dress. But non-profit groups around the country are providing free dresses to families who need them, including Where to Turn in New York City. Wendy Gillette reports. Source
Author Archives: Stonecom Interactive
Puerto Rico can’t pay debt; woman sues Starbucks over ice
Puerto Rico will default on its debt; a woman is suing Starbucks for serving too much ice in drinks; and more. CBS MoneyWatch’s Jill Wagner has today’s business headlines from the New York Stock Exchange. Source
Why automakers are launching car-sharing programs
In April, BMW launched a car-sharing program in Seattle with plans to expand it to three more U.S. cities this year. GM and Daimler are also experimenting with their own versions, which is creating new questions for the industry and drivers. Tim Stevens, editor-in-chief of CNET’s auto site Roadshow, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the evolving car-sharing industry. Source
Ringling Bros. elephants perform final circus act
The traveling elephants of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus performed their final act Sunday night in Rhode Island. Their departure comes after a shift in public opinion about the animals’ welfare. Dana Jacobson reports. Source
American Kenneth Bae opens up about North Korea imprisonment
An American once held in North Korea is opening up about his captivity. In 2014, Kenneth Bae came home after two years in a North Korean prison. He is detailing his time inside the secretive country in the new book, “Not Forgotten.” Only on “CBS This Morning,” Bae tells Margaret Brennan how he now views his imprisonment as a blessing. Source
Marc Anthony on his ritual before going on stage
In this web exclusive, the bestselling salsa singer tells correspondent Tracy Smith how he customarily begins each performance. Source
Almanac: The Empire State Building
Eighty-five years ago today the Empire State Building opened for business in New York City, and immediately became the signature building of the Big Apple’s skyline. Jane Pauley reports on the numerous historical chapters attached to the landmark that stands 102 stories tall. Source
The rise in marijuana use among seniors
More and more Americans age 55 and older are using marijuana. Many – converts who previously preached the dangers of drugs – are advocates for the medicinal benefits of cannabis in treating the aches and pains of aging. Barry Petersen reports. Source
Moderna plans to have third vaccine booster shot ready by fall
A booster shot could provide extra protection against COVID-19 variants, according to drugmakers. Source
Indie rock godfather Bob Mould reflects on career
Mould was a musical pioneer whose career began with the band Hüsker Dü, back in the punk era of the late ’70s. That band influenced the likes of Nirvana and the Pixies. He later formed the alternative rock group called Sugar, and for the past 20 years, he has led a successful solo career. Anthony Mason reports. Source