CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and CBS News medical contributor Dr. Holly Phillips weigh in on the top medical stories around the nation, including this year’s deadly flu season. Source
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Apple faces a new lawsuit
Apple is accused of misleading its customers about how much data storage is needed to support its newest operating system. CNET Editor-at-large Tim Stevens joins “CBSN” with more. Source
What to expect at next week’s Consumer Electronics Show
The Consumer Electronics Show begins next week in Las Vegas, where the latest tech gadgets will be revealed. CNET editor-at-large Tim Stevens joins “CBSN” with more. Source
Gym etiquette for New Year’s “resolutionists”
Millions of people are making resolutions to get fit for the New Year, and that means lots of new members at local gyms. But as WCBS’s Lou Young reports, regular gym members often dread the arrival of these “newbies.” Here are some tips to help newcomers stay on the regulars’ good side. Source
Preview: Ending America’s Longest War
Deadline for troop withdrawal from Afghanistan may need to be “re-examined,” says Ashraf Ghani in his first interview for U.S. television as president. Watch Lara Logan’s report on Sunday, Jan. 4 at 7 p.m. ET/PT. Source
Mask allows athletes to simulate high altitude training
This year, one of the hottest pieces of sports equipment is a high altitude training mask. The mask makes it harder to breathe, so that athletes can simulate what it’s like exercising at high altitudes. Kris Van Cleave looks into the science behind the mask. Source
Thousands dive into 2015 with Polar Bear Plunge
About 2,500 participants at Coney Island ran into the ocean to celebrate the new year and raise money for charity. Temperatures hovered around the low 30s. Vinita Nair reports. Source
Artist Peter Max’s colorful creations span 50 years
Max, whose work has been seen by more than a billion people, is getting ready for a new year of shows. He rose to fame in the ’60s with his psychedelic figures and vibrant colors. Michelle Miller spoke with the painter who’s always taking pop culture to the max. Source
Most promising medical innovations for 2015
From reversing aging to new cholesterol drugs, CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning” to look at the medical breakthroughs that could have a big impact on our health this year. Source
Real-life subject of “Foxcatcher” pans the movie
Former Olympic wrestler Mark Schultz is slamming his depiction in the movie “Foxcatcher.” And, actor Alec Baldwin kicks off the New Year with big news. CBS’s Bigad Shaban has those stories and more in today’s Eye on Entertainment. Source