According to new research, a rise of greenhouse gases 250 million years ago led to the disappearance of most life on Earth. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli spoke to Brock University geochemist Dr. Uwe Brand to find out why scientists are linking the Great Dying to climate change impacts today. Source
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NBA star Jeremy Lin speaks out on attacks against Asian Americans
The former Golden State Warriors player is looking to promote a message of empathy, love and compassion amid a rise of hate against Asian Americans. Source
Meghan Markle accuses royal Family of “perpetuating falsehoods”
In her interview with Oprah, Meghan Markle is accusing her husband’s family of spreading lies about her and Prince Harry. Elizabeth Palmer reports. Source
How to watch Oprah’s interview with Harry and Meghan
Prince Harry and Meghan are speaking in their first interview since they quit royal duties. Source
U.S. Capitol on alert over possible extremist threats
Ongoing domestic terror threats have prompted Capitol Police to ask the National Guard to remain at the U.S. Capitol for another 60 days. Jeff Pegues has more. Source
States ease COVID restrictions as vaccine effort ramps up
Even as millions more Americans are vaccinated every day, there are growing concerns that states are easing restrictions too soon, which could lead to another surge. Mark Strassmann reports. Source
CBS News Exclusive: Ex-Cuomo aide details governor’s alleged sexual harassment
In a CBS News exclusive interview, Norah O’Donnell speaks with Charlotte Bennett, a former aide to New York Governor Andrew Cuomo who alleges he asked her inappropriate questions about her sex life and being a survivor of sexual assault. Source
Senate forges ahead with Biden’s COVID relief plan
The Senate is beginning a marathon debate on President Biden’s $1.9 trillion relief plan. Democrats are trying to get it over the finish line, but Republicans aren’t making it easy. Nikole Killion has the latest. Source
COVID-19 vaccine doses sold on the dark web. Are they real?
Some offerings are fake. But a cybersecurity firm says it has evidence to believe scammers have their hands on real vaccines. Source
White House says it’s not “overpromising” on getting all adults vaccines by May
The White House is ramping up its push to get more Americans vaccinated. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O’Keefe and CBS News Capitol Hill reporter Rebecca Kaplan join “Red and Blue” to discuss the latest efforts. Source