At least five protesters have been killed in the latest wave of violence hitting Iraq. Demonstrators are demanding political and economic changes, and many expressed anger toward Iran. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN to break down the latest developments. Source
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White supremacists seen filming in front of Emmett Till memorial
A group of white supremacists were seen filming a propaganda video in front of the Emmett Till memorial in Mississippi before setting off alarms. WJTV’s Gerald Harris reporting. Source
Roger Penske buys Indianapolis Motor Speedway and IndyCar
Family that owned the iconic racing circuit for more than 70 years is relinquishing control Source
Trump can start formally pulling out of the Paris climate deal
If the United States withdraws as planned, experts say it will hurt efforts to fight global warming Source
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House Democrats to release testimony transcripts; net-zero energy houses avoid blackouts Source
Space capsule blasts off in dramatic abort test
Four powerful launch abort engines accelerated Boeing’s Starliner capsule from zero to 650 mph straight up in just five seconds Source
Iggy Pop, godfather of punk, on new album “Free,” dad’s final words to him
For more than 50 years, Iggy Pop has cemented his status as the godfather of punk. He is best known for his wild and often unpredictable on-stage antics. The rock legend is back with his 18th solo album, “Free.” Anthony Mason spoke to the iconic rocker about his journey. Source
Ban of “thin blue line” flag at police station sparks uproar
Decision by a county executive in Maryland to ban a police station from displaying a “thin blue line” flag is drawing criticism from Gov. Larry Hogan Source
Adam Schiff says there’s a “consistent narrative” with impeachment witnesses
“House Intelligence Chairman Adam Schiff sat down with CBS Evening News Anchor Norah O’Donnell Thursday to discuss where the impeachment inquiry stands.” Source
Krispy Kreme tells student to stop donut reselling service
Jayson Gonzalez, a college senior, was selling up to 100 boxes a week and using the profits to pay off his student debt Source