John Chaney, the commanding force behind the Temple University men’s basketball team, died on Friday. In his 24 years on the sideline, Chaney led the Owls to 17 NCAA tournaments. Dana Jacobson details his legendary life. Source
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Heated scramble between EU and U.K. over COVID-19 vaccine supplies
The race to vaccinate people picks up worldwide as the scramble for vaccine supplies is becoming heated. The European Union reversed its decision Friday after they implied they would start to restrict exports of coronavirus shots to Northern Ireland. Imtiaz Tyab reports. Source
A look behind the evolving concepts of cleanliness and hygiene
Nearly a full year since the COVID-19 pandemic came to the U.S., more Americans are working from home and seeing fewer people, and many are re-evaluating what forms of personal care are really necessary – and what they can skip. It’s all examined in a new book, looking into the science and social influences on hygiene. As Errol Barnett found out, the concept of cleanliness is an evolving one. Source
History and real-life implications of the filibuster
“CBS This Morning: Saturday” co-host Jeff Glor looks at the history of the filibuster, the rules and why this legislative tactic has become such a hot topic in today’s Washington. Source
The Dish: Famed New Orleans restaurant hires its first female executive chef
Along with jazz, the French Quarter and Mardi Gras, amazing food has always been a hallmark of New Orleans. It’s found in both local cafes and in famed restaurants known the world over. At one of the most renowned — Commander’s Palace — there’s someone new in charge of the kitchen. Jamie Wax speaks with Chef Meg Bickford, the first woman executive chef in the restaurant’s long history, about caring on a tradition while making a mark of her own. Source
Texas restaurant draws fans with hilarious roadside messages
A small Texas restaurant is gaining a global audience — not for what’s on its menu, but rather the message it sends every day. Janet Shamlian takes a look at El Arroyo in Austin, and the sign outside it that’s drawing admirers and serving up smiles. Source
Unique ways Alaska frontline workers distribute vaccines to their patients
Distributing the coronavirus vaccine has proven to be a significant challenge across the country, including the vast, sparsely populated Alaskan state. Two organizations in western Alaska have been working to vaccinate Alaskans in the thick of winter. Nancy Chen introduces some of those frontline workers and the unique ways they’re getting to their patients. Source
Biden pushes vaccine rollout plan, economic relief package
President Biden spent his first full week at the White House focused on getting more Americans vaccinated and his coronavirus rescue package passed by Congress. But his proposed economic relief package is getting some pushback from Republicans in Congress. Christina Ruffini has the latest. Source
Eye Opener: Johnson & Johnson to apply for emergency authorization for new COVID-19 vaccine
The U.S. may soon have another coronavirus vaccine after Johnson & Johnson released its Phase 3 trial results. Also, President Biden is turning his attention to sell his COVID-19 relief package, but he’s facing fierce opposition. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source
State of vaccination in the U.S., potential new vaccine
Dr. Amesh Adalja, senior scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss Johnson & Johnson’s new COVID-19 vaccine, as well as the state of vaccination in the U.S. Source