Musical trio Major Lazer, led by producer and DJ Diplo, collaborated with Marcus Mumford of Mumford and Sons for the first time on the new song “Lay Your Head on Me.” The accompanying video features performers from 28 countries, all shot at home over the last month. Anthony Mason speaks with Diplo and Mumford about the song. Source
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McConnell calls for liability protections in next coronavirus bill
Congressional Democrats and Republicans are beginning to spar over what should be included in the next relief package. Source
Titans Named Pro Team of the Year, RB Derrick Henry Named Pro Athlete of the Year by the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame
The honors will be formally presented at the Hall of Fame’s annual induction on Aug. 1, 2020 at Omni Nashville Hotel. Source
Hundreds at funeral spark NYPD response and mayor warning
Hundreds of people gathered in Brooklyn Tuesday evening for a rabbi’s funeral, sparking a stern warning for New York City’s mayor. Source
Coronavirus linked to strokes in younger adults
Doctors report several patients in their 30s and 40s who tested positive for COVID-19 experienced severe strokes. Source
How people on the autism spectrum are navigating pandemic-forced routine disruption
The abrupt disruption to routine caused by the coronavirus pandemic has hit some people especially hard, especially those diagnosed with autism. April is World Autism Month. Jamie Wax shows viewers how some individuals on the autism spectrum are coping, and how the pandemic is highlighting the value of autistic people in the workforce. Source
Report reveals explosive details about cruises sailing during coronavirus threat
New details have emerged about cruise ships continuing to sail despite knowing about the growing global coronavirus threat. The Washington Post reports on how the industry appeared to downplay early warnings and proceeded with normal operations. Post reporter Rosalind Helderman joins CBSN to explain the findings. Source
MTV launches “Punk’d” reboot on Quibi starring Chance the Rapper
MTV announced the return of the popular TV show “Punk’d,” with Chance the Rapper picking up the mantle from former host Ashton Kutcher. The reboot launched on a new streaming service called Quibi, which launched in April and already has nearly three million downloads. Gayle King speaks to Chance and Quibi’s founder, Hollywood executive Jeffrey Katzenberg. Source
Former NAACP head wins special election to fill late Elijah Cummings’ seat
Mfume, 71, was the former head of the NAACP and represented Maryland’s 7th Congressional District from 1987 to 1996. Source
Americans struggle to pay rent amid pandemic as fears of a housing crisis loom
Experts worry a housing crisis is looming as more Americans are unable to pay rent after losing their jobs during the pandemic. While a federal moratorium stalled evictions in certain places, one renter who spoke to CBS News’ Anna Werner says she and some of her neighbors were still served with notices. One of the housing complex’s owners later said this was a mistake. Werner investigates the growing issue for our series, Financial Fallout. Source