This week, three states joined 10 others in enacting laws that raise the legal age to buy any tobacco products to 21 Source
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Search for survivors underway after Dorian slams the Bahamas
The U.S. Coast Guard is in the Bahamas, helping with rescue trips in the hardest hit areas. Families have turned to social media to connect with friends and relatives. “CBS Evening News” anchor Norah O’Donnell reports from Cocoa Beach, Florida, and Nikki Battiste reports from Nassau. Source
Thousands shelter in place as Dorian eyes Florida
As Hurricane Dorian eyes Florida, there are mandatory evacuation orders in effect. In Palm Beach County, almost 3,000 people are in shelters. Janet Shamlian reports from Jensen Beach. Source
Search for survivors underway after Dorian devastates the Bahamas
Five people have been killed but authorities expect the death toll to rise Source
States hoping new laws will help fight teen nicotine addiction
This week, three states joined 10 others in enacting laws that raise the legal age to buy any tobacco products to 21 Source
Rebellious lawmakers vote to take over Brexit from PM
The 328 to 301 vote cleared the way for Boris Johnson’s opponents to introduce a bill Wednesday that would prevent Britain from leaving the European Union without a deal October 31 Source
Buttigieg: We’ve got to step away from Afghanistan
Mayor Pete Buttigieg of South Bend, Indiana, is the only 2020 Democratic presidential candidate who served in Afghanistan. He told CBS News the U.S. must withdraw troops from the country, and he fears what could happen if the Trump administration works with the Taliban. CBS News 2020 campaign reporter Musadiq Bidar spoke to Buttigieg, and joined “Red & Blue” to discuss what he learned about the mayor’s approach to foreign policy and Iowa. Source
Joe Biden asks voters to look past gaffes as his campaign downplays Iowa expectations
Former Vice President Joe Biden is asking voters to look at the big picture rather than focus on his flubs on the campaign trail. CBSN political reporter Caitlin Huey-Burns and Washington Post reporter Amber Phillips spoke to CBSN’s “Red and Blue” about the state of his campaign. Source
Hardware store recalls flammable robes, lead-tainted furniture
California retailer recalls two products in U.S. and Canada due to safety issues, according to federal safety agency Source
Facebook considers hiding “like” counts in news feed
Drive to amass huge support for a post, a cornerstone of the “influencer” economy, is linked to poor mental health Source