With smartphones and wireless internet, gaining access to pornography has never been easier for young people. But experts say early exposure to porn can “rewire” young people’s brains, distort their views of sexual behavior, and even contribute to dating violence. CBSN Originals explores the issue in the documentary “Speaking Frankly: Porn.” Watch the full story at cbsnews.com/porn. Source
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NFL teams commit to attend workout with Colin Kaepernick
New details are emerging about Colin Kaepernick’s possible return to the football field. The quarterback, sidelined since protesting the national anthem, has now been invited to try out for NFL teams. James Brown spoke with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. Source
Russia establishes new foothold in Syria amid recent violence
Russia confirmed it’s setting up a new base in the Syrian city of Qamishli. Yet, for all the security forces now jostling for control, they’ve been unable to ensure security for the local population. Charlie D’Agata reports from northeast Syria. Source
Disaster declared as Venice deals with historic flooding
One of the world’s most popular tourist destinations was declared a disaster on Thursday. Venice, Italy, has been swamped by the worst flooding in a half-century. As Holly Williams reports, the damage has left the city in deep trouble. Source
These NFL teams are the Vegas favorites to land Colin Kaepernick
Odds are already being placed at which team has the best chance to land Kaepernick — if he decides to sign Source
Day 1, Part 8: Questioning of impeachment witnesses gets heated
As House Intelligence Committee members took turns questioning William Taylor, the top U.S. diplomat in Ukraine, and State Department official George Kent, several Republican members forcefully denounced the impeachment inquiry. Watch this portion of Wednesday’s public hearing. Source
Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine to testify tomorrow
Marie Yovanovitch, the former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine who was ousted earlier this year, will testify in a public hearing Friday. Multiple witnesses have accused President Trump’s personal attorney, Rudy Giuliani, of engaging in a smear campaign against her. Political contributors Antjuan Seawright and Leslie Sanchez join CBSN to discuss the messaging tactics of both parties in the impeachment inquiry. Source
From 1996: The secret world of John le Carré
The putative end of the Cold War didn’t mark the end for master spy storyteller John le Carré, who continued to write thrilling bestsellers of international intrigue and duplicity. Mark Phillips talked with the writer about how his “secret world” hadn’t changed all that much, and with London tailor Douglas Hayward, who served as a source of inspiration for the British expat who finds himself in the middle of a plot in crime-and drug-ridden Panama City, in le Carré’s novel, “The Tailor of Panama.” Originally broadcast on “CBS Sunday Morning” November 17, 1996. Source
“Survivor” contestant accused of “inappropriate touching”
“There are always consequences for standing up,” one contestant said. “This happens in real life, in work settings, in school. You can’t say anything because it’s going to affect your upward trajectory. It’s going to affect how people look at you” Source
14-year-old baker gives cupcakes to homeless
Michael Platt has been on Food Network, did a TED talk, and is constantly giving back to those in need with his one-for-one business Source