Today’s gyms and trainers are using the latest technology designed to help people lose weight, build muscle and have fun. Among companies muscling its way into the fitness space is the movie theater giant Imax. The company’s new Imax Shift is an indoor cycling experience with a wall-to-wall screen and pulsating sound. Dana Jacobson of CBS Sports Network reports. Source
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Harvey Weinstein on “Sing Street,” why he supports Hillary Clinton
Harvey Weinstein’s production companies have released dozens of films, including multiple winners of the Academy Award for best picture. His latest film “Sing Street,” a story of a teenage boy who forms a band to impress a girl, takes audiences back to Ireland in the 1980s. The movie was a hit at this year’s Sundance Film Festival. Weinstein joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the new film and why he supports Hillary Clinton over Bernie Sanders in the 2016 race. Source
Doctors divided over how to guide women on U.S. Zika threat
New research on the Zika virus is speeding up a debate about how to prevent the spread of the disease. One big question facing U.S. health officials is whether the government should recommend that women avoid getting pregnant if they live in areas where Zika is spreading. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Holly Phillips joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss what could be an unprecented recommendation. Source
The fight for Zika funding
The White House requested $1.9 billion in emergency funding for Zika in February. House leaders told the administration to use funds already approved for Ebola and other global public health threats — but health experts are saying that’s simply not enough. Dr. Jon LaPook went to Washington to ask Congress what the hold up is. Source
Breakthrough allows paralyzed man to move hands again
A quadriplegic man is able to move his hands again, thanks to groundbreaking technology. The first-of-its-kind system uses the paralyzed patient’s brain waves to guide his muscles. Adriana Diaz spoke with Ian Burkhart about his journey. Source
Suspended WV doctor on painkiller prescription practice
More than 14,000 Americans died in 2014 from misuse and abuse of prescription opioids. Jim Axelrod began reporting last year on Dr. Michael Kostenko in West Virginia who said he prescribes oxycodone to almost every one of his patients. Kostenko is now under investigation and opening up about the controversy he faces. Source
Donald Trump steps up attacks on RNC
Donald Trump has stepped up his attacks on the Republican National Committee after Ted Cruz swept all the delegates in Colorado. RNC Chair Reince Priebus responded by pointing out that voting rules have been in place for over a year. CBS News senior political editor Steve Chaggaris joins CBSN with analysis. Source
Protesters clash with supporters at Donald Trump rally
The situation grew tense and occasionally violent as protesters, many with angry and vulgar signs, clashed with Donald Trump supporters outside of the Republican candidate’s rally in Pittsburgh. Several of the protesters have been arrested. CBS News digital journalist Jackie Alemany joins CBSN from the scene with more. Source
Former Facebook president donates $250 million to fight cancer
Sean Parker, the former Facebook president and co-founder of Napster, has donated $250 million to fight cancer, specifically in the field of immunology. The donation sets up a new institute that links six of the leading cancer research centers. Sean Parker joins CBSN to discuss his major donation. Source
Donald Trump meets Megyn Kelly, “Affluenza” teen sentenced: #CBSN10 trending stories
Donald Trump meets privately with Fox News host Megyn Kelly, “Affluenza” teen Ethan Couch is sentenced to 720 days in jail, thousands of Verizon workers strike over labor contract, Kobe Bryant plays last game of his legendary NBA career and more are among today’s CBSNews.com trending stories. Source