Musicians around the country are trying to ease the nerves of people getting their COVID-19 vaccine by doing what they do best: performing. For many artists, this is their first live performance in over a year. The pandemic has devastated the arts community. Live concerts and theaters have been almost nonexistent. Vladimir Duthiers spoke with a group of New York City artists who are trying to soothe the soul with a little melody. Source
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Dr. Fauci on new vaccine timeline, latest virus surge
President Biden’s chief medical adviser, Dr. Anthony Fauci, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the news that all American adults will be eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine by April 19. He also addresses vaccine hesitancy and fears of a potential new COVID-19 surge. Source
The Royals Report: Prince Harry and Meghan’s first Netflix series to focus on Invictus Games
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced their first series for Netflix will document competitors’ journeys to the 2022 Invictus Games. Meanwhile, Prince William met with health care workers, and Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Charles were photographed together for the first time since the divisive Oprah Winfrey interview. BBC royal correspondent Jonny Dymond joins “CBSN AM” to discuss this and more. Source
Dow plunges more than 500 points in worst week since 2011
The Dow saw its worst week since 2011 amid worries about China, cheap oil and slowing U.S. economic growth. Source
How to stay safe from the brain-eating amoeba
The parasite called Naegleria fowleri is blamed for 3 deaths in the U.S. this year. Chelsea Edwards reports on where it’s found and how to protect yourself. Source
Teen girls plead not guilty in “Slender Man” trial
Two 13-year-old girls in Wisconsin are accused of stabbing a classmate multiple times. Police say they did it to please the fictional villain “Slender Man.” “48 Hours” Crimesider’s Julia Dahl joins CBSN with more on the case. Source
Biden expands vaccine eligibility to all adults by April 19
President Biden has moved up the deadline for everyone 16 and over to become eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine by about two weeks, to April 19. However, it’s unclear if vaccine supply and distribution will be able to keep up. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joined “CBSN AM” with the latest. Source
Ellen Page confronts Ted Cruz over LGBT rights
The Canadian actress, who came out as gay last year at a pro-LGBT rights conference organized by the Human Rights Campaign, got into a heated back-and-forth with Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz at the Iowa State Fair on Friday Source
Secret Cinema lets “Star Wars” fans experience movie in new way
The light saber battle between Darth Vader and Obi-Wan Kenobi is one of the most famous scenes from “Star Wars.” But as fans wait for December’s release of Episode VII, they are finding a new way to get their fix: becoming a living part of the story. Charlie D’Agata takes us inside Secret Cinema, hidden somewhere in London. Source
Can best-selling bedtime book help children get more sleep?
Can a story about a bunny bring relief for parents with sleepless kids? A Swedish psychologist’s book, “The Rabbit Who Wants To Fall Asleep,” is number one on Amazon’s best-seller list. But is it a magical cure or just a tall tale? Dr. Carol Ash, director of sleep medicine at Meridian Health in New Jersey, joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss how this book could affect kids. Source