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What are the psychological effects of being a “kid influencer”?

The growing popularity of so-called “kid influencers” is raising questions about the potential impact of sharing children’s lives online. These social media stars promote products on Instagram and make millions posting short vlogs. A recent study found about one in three kids between the ages of 8 and 12 aspire to be either a vlogger or a YouTuber. The latest CBSN Original, “Kid Influencers: Few Rules, Big Money,” looks inside the estimated $4.6 billion influencer business. Dr. Sue Varma joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the psyhological impact this could have on the children involved. Source

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The Tuckers: Meet the descendants of America’s first African family

This month marks 400 years since the first documented, enslaved Africans arrived in English North America. The weekend events kick off at the Tucker family cemetery. It’s believed to be the burial place of some of the descendants of the first enslaved Africans to come here. Jericka Duncan reports. Source

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Taylor Swift on sexist labels in the music industry

Preview: In an interview to be broadcast August 25 on “CBS Sunday Morning,” singer-songwriter Taylor Swift talks with correspondent Tracy Smith about how a different vocabulary is used for the accomplishments of men and women in the music industry. Source

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Eye Opener: FBI busts a global crime ring

A global manhunt is underway after 80 people are indicted and more than a dozen arrested in one of the largest internet fraud cases in U.S. history. Also, Harvey Weinstein is going back to court after prosecutors decided to file a new indictment in his rape case. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source

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