Inside the genetic genealogy being used to solve crimes; then, why has the New York City subway gone off the rails?; and, how an Oklahoma woman learned to fly like an eagle in Mongolia. Source
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The legality of Airbnb and why we still use it
The debate over Airbnb is heating up in New York City. Homeowners say the service helps them earn extra cash by renting out their homes, but critics argue that it’s driving up housing costs and that most of the rentals are illegal. CBS News financial contributor Mellody Hobson breaks down the business of Airbnb. Source
CIA insider: Yemeni rebel struggle could strengthen al Qaeda
Yemen is plunging further into chaos after rebels took over the presidential headquarters. CBS News senior security contributor Michael Morell talks about the ongoing conflict in the region. Source
Tech headlines: Laptop revolution and Microsoft’s Hail Mary
After a series of sneak peeks, Microsoft is finally showing off its new Windows 10. Experts say it’s Microsoft’s last chance to prove Windows is still relevant. And we look at the desktop inside of a laptop. CNET senior editor Jeff Bakalar has a preview for CBSN. Source
New link between pneumonia and other serious illnesses
Patients hospitalized for pneumonia have a significantly higher risk for heart attack or stroke, according to a new study. Also, a new warning about products with BPA. Eboni Williams reports on the day’s top health stories. Source
Measles outbreak prompts school to keep students home
Vaccinations almost wiped out measles. But a recent trend in vaccination waivers is believed to have contributed to a new outbreak in southern California. At least one school is now telling certain students to stay home as a way to prevent the outbreak from spreading. Ben Tracy reports. Source
Conjoined twin girls get ready for separation
Ten-month-old conjoined twin girls in Houston are one step closer to leading separate lives. Knatalye Hope Mata and Adeline Faith Mata were born joined from the chest to the pelvis, but doctors are optimistic they can be separated. KHOU’s Kevin Reece reports. Source
Harvey Weinstein on Oscars, awards smear campaigns and remastering classics
“The Imitation Game” has cracked the code of critical and audience success. The movie earned eight Oscar nominations, including Best Director and Best Picture. The Weinstein Company co-chairman Harvey Weinstein joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the movie and smear campaigns during awards season. Source
Kelly astronaut twins to participate in year-long NASA experiments
Astronaut Scott Kelly will try something no American has ever done before, while his twin, retired astronaut Mark Kelly, spends the mission on Earth. As NASA looks towards an eventual three-year long round trip to Mars, the Kelly brothers have become key to figuring out how to prepare for and protect the human body during lengthy trips in space. Don Dahler reports. Source
Health goals easier to achieve as a couple, study finds
British researchers find people more than twice as likely to stop smoking, lose weight and begin exercising if their significant other does the same. Dr. Holly Phillips joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the medical benefits of being with a partner. Source