In the Mongolian steppe, hunters partner with golden eagles to catch game. When Lauren McGough found out about it she said, “I have to see it. I have to do it.” Source
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Henk Ovink and the Dutch solution to flooding
The world’s only water ambassador, appointed by the Netherlands, says damage from hurricanes could be lessened with the help of Dutch-innovated stormwater management Source
Convict becomes Georgetown law professor
Shon Hopwood was serving time for armed bank robbery when he discovered he had a brilliant mind for the law. Steve Kroft reports on an improbable tale of redemption Source
More than 100 million Americans impacted by weekend heat wave
Excessive heat and humidity for a third day is making life miserable for more than 100 million people across the country. Its also fatal, killing at least six people. Meg Oliver reports. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Sunday, July 21, 2019
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News.” Source
Steve Kroft reports remarkable story of redemption
Steve Kroft says Shon Hopwood’s journey from convicted bank robber to Georgetown law professor is “one of the most compelling stories” he’s ever reported on 60 Minutes Source
Why long prison sentences may not deter criminals
Young men who commit crimes aren’t the type to “weigh out the consequences” before making a decision, says Shon Hopwood. He should know Source
Sentencing: How long is too long?
Five years is enough in most cases, says Shon Hopwood on 60 Minutes. The longer you incarcerate someone, he says, the less likely they are to succeed Source
“Prison is not the place for personal growth”
Shon Hopwood’s redemption tale didn’t happen because of federal prison–it happened in spite of it, he tells Steve Kroft on 60 Minutes Source
Rewind: Parting the sea with Venice’s Project Moses
This week, 60 Minutes learns how Amsterdam is prepared for flooding. But what about the other city of canals? Source