Pro-golfer Phil Mickelson opened up about his gambling addiction Monday, writing in a lengthy social media post that he will not partake in any gambling this football season. This comes after gambler Billy Walters claimed in his recent book that Mickelson wagered more than $1 billion in bets over the last three decades. Michelle L. Malkin, an assistant professor in the Department of Criminal Justice and Criminology at East Carolina University, joined CBS News to discuss gambling addictions. Source
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Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady
The Federal Reserve opted not to raise interest rates Wednesday, despite the recent uptick in the inflation rate. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger and CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O’Keefe join Lilia Luciano and Lana Zak to discuss the central bank’s decision. Source
Biden meets with Netanyahu on “upholding democratic values” in Israel
President Biden met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Wednesday in New York as protests continue in Israel over Netanyahu’s proposed court overhauls that many critics call a threat to the country’s democracy. Speaking to reporters before the meeting, with Netanyahu by his side, Biden said the two would discuss, “upholding democratic values that lie at the heart of our partnership, including the checks and balances in our systems.” CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more. Source
Planned Parenthood resumes abortion services in Wisconsin
Planned Parenthood is again offering abortion services in Wisconsin more than a year after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Providers initially stopped offering abortions out of fear a state law from 1849 that appears to ban the procedure would be enforced, but a judge ruled last month the law does not apply to medical abortions. The president and CEO of Planned Parenthood Wisconsin, Tanya Atkinson, joined CBS News to discuss the resumption of services. Source
What is a government shutdown? Here’s what happens if funding runs out
The government could shut down in October. Here’s what that means and who would be affected. Source
Free COVID test kits are coming back. Here’s how to get them.
The Biden administration is also pouring $600 million into more COVID tests manufacturing across the U.S. Source
Apple iOS 17: What it offers and how to get it
Apple’s newest software update brings several new features to iPhones, including Standby mode and live voicemail transcribing. Source
Sufjan Stevens relearning to walk after rare autoimmune disorder
Earlier this month, Sufjan said he was transferred to acute rehab, where he is undergoing intensive physical therapy after being diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disorder. Source
Three “fake electors” argue their cases should move to federal court
The three Georgia politicians are accused of being so-called “fake” electors. Source
Ray Epps, man at center of right-wing Jan. 6 conspiracy, pleads guilty
Under federal sentencing guidelines, Ray Epps will face between zero and six months in prison after pleading guilty to one count of disorderly conduct. Source