Two others have already been fired amid an internal investigation, including embattled former deputy Scot Peterson Source
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“Angry gaming” videos bring in big money
YouTube’s algorithm is driven by clicks, but the types of videos driving those clicks could be detrimental. CNET editor at large Ian Sherr looked at “angry gaming” videos where uploaders post content criticizing a range of topics from glitches in games to the price. Sherr joined CBSN to discuss why these videos do well and what the consequences are. Source
Extremists, criminal groups using Facebook to sell ancient Middle East artifacts
Ancient relics, antiquities and treasures from the Middle East are being looted and trafficked on Facebook, according to a new report by the ATHAR Project. It found extremist groups and criminal organizations are selling pieces of history like mosaics, statues and historical architecture online. The project’s co-directors, Amr Al-Azm and Katie Paul, joined CBSN to explain how they infiltrated the illicit black market and Facebook’s role in the trafficking. Source
What to expect from Robert Mueller’s testimony July 17
Former special counsel Robert Mueller announced he will testify before Congress on July 17. Keir Dougall, a CBSN legal contributor and former assistant U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of New York, joined CBSN with what to expect from Mueller’s highly anticipated testimony. Source
House panel votes to subpoena Kellyanne Conway
The hearing comes after a federal watchdog urged Trump remove White House counselor Kellyanne Conway from federal service Source
Barr wows Justice Dept crowd with bagpipe skills
Barr showed showed the department a different side with his rendition of “Scotland the Brave” Source
The inventor turning plant life into biofuel
Marshall Medoff unveils to 60 Minutes his innovative method of turning plant life into fuel and other useful products Source
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Robert Mueller to testify publicly in July; Supreme Court may hand down decisions Source
Meryl Streep, Ariana Grande, James Corden to star in “The Prom”
Ryan Murphy will produce the film version of the Tony-nominated Broadway musical about inclusion and tolerance Source
Mnuchin says U.S. is on “path to complete” China trade deal
Treasury secretary’s comment comes ahead of President Trump’s meeting with China’s Xi at the G20 Summit in Japan Source