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How the NYPD plans to protect the 2.5 million people attending “World Pride”

As millions gather for tomorrow’s march at “World Pride,” recent security scares at big events are fresh on New Yorkers minds. A crowd of 2.5 million is expected to line the parade route, and about 150,000 marchers are expected to participate in the LGBTQ celebration. The march is so popular that organizers extended the route by more than half a mile this year. David Begnaud reports on how police plan to protect it. Source

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Yankees, Red Sox face off in first ever major league game in Europe

There may not be a bigger rivalry in American pro sports than the one between the New York Yankees and the Boston Red Sox. The major league baseball titans have been clashing since 1901 and have met for more than 2,200 games. But today, they’re taking it to a brand new venue: The teams will meet at London Stadium in just a few hours. It will be the first ever major league game played in Europe, and the first time the teams face off on artificial turf. Ian Lee reports. Source

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Biden defends civil rights record after debate attack

President Trump downplayed Sen. Kamala Harris’ attack on Joe Biden during the Democratic debate Thursday night. His remarks came as Biden tried to press the reset button Friday, and pledged to be “a president who stands against racism.” During the debate, Harris sharply criticized Biden for defending his opposition to federally-mandated busing more than 40 years ago. Ed O’Keefe reports. Source

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Fyre Festival 2.0? Belgian music festival cancelled as concertgoers arrive

Vestiville, a three day gathering in northeastern Belgium that was supposed to feature Cardi B, Migos, and Future, was canceled Friday just as concertgoers were arriving at the venue. The cancellation was reminiscent of Fyre Festival, which in 2017 lured thousands of concertgoers to the Bahamas, only to strand them with little food and no music when organizers couldn’t provide enough basic services for the guests. Its still unclear what prompted Vestiville to be called off. Michelle Miller reports. Source

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Korean War POW identified, buried near fellow vet and friend

Ten of the 20 countries involved in this week’s G20 Summit in Japan were also involved in the Korean War. Fighting in Korea ended in 1953, but no peace treaty was ever signed. Over 7,600 Americans remain missing in action in Korea — but this February, when the U.S. government identified the remains of George Schipani, that number was reduced by one. That story is the first in the “CBS This Morning Saturday” series “Who We Are.” Jeff Glor reports. Source

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Team USA two wins away from championship after knockout blow to France

After besting the host nation of France in Paris, Team USA is now two wins away from repeating as Women’s World Cup champions. Team USA’s most recognizable player, Megan Rapinoe, made her presence felt by scoring both of the team’s goals. On Tuesday, they’ll face England for a spot in the final, and two of the remaining four spots in the semi-finals will be decided this Saturday. Roxana Saberi reports from Paris. Source

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