In a “CBS Mornings” exclusive, Gayle King spends time with Tiffany Chen and Robert De Niro’s baby, Gia Virginia Chen-De Niro. Chen opened up about her struggle with Bell’s palsy following the birth of their daughter in April. Source
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Suffolk County DA details investigation into Gilgo Beach serial killings
Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond Tierney offered additional details about the investigation that led to a suspect’s arrest Friday morning in the Gilgo Beach serial killings. Following his news conference, “48 Hours” correspondent Erin Moriarty joined CBS News to talk about the case. Source
Halved payments and forgiven debt: How the new student loan forgiveness plan might affect you
The Biden administration announced they will forgive student loans for more than 800,000 borrowers who have made at least 20 years of payments. That forgiveness comes as the Education Department prepares to implement major changes to a repayment plan which will reduce borrowers’ monthly payments. Errol Barnett has more on how this all may affect you. Source
Actors and studios fight over control of performers’ digital replicas
“It’s now cheaper to have the computer generate the extra,” one noted Hollywood director said of concerns that tech can replace actors. Source
Defense bill passes House after “ugly” fight, will likely fail in Senate
The House has narrowly passed the annual defense bill with lawmakers voting mostly along party lines, 219 to 210. The package includes a number of controversial amendments, including a ban on the Pentagon covering travel expenses for service members seeking abortions. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more. Source
Aspartame sweetener is a possible cancer risk, World Health Organization says
The World Health Organization now classifies aspartame sweetener as a possible carcinogen. The artificial sweetener is used in several diet sodas as well as ice cream, chewing gum and cereal. Anahad O’Connor, a health columnist for the Washington Post, joined CBS News to talk about the new classification. Source
Woman charged with selling fentanyl-laced pills to De Niro’s grandson
Leandro De Niro Rodriguez died after ingesting an oxycodone pill laced with fentanyl, officials said. Source
Marking 10 years of the Black Lives Matter movement
Black Lives Matter is renewing its calls to defund the police as the organization marks a major milestone. Activists founded the global movement 10 years ago this week after the acquittal of the man who fatally shot 17-year-old Trayvon Martin. DeRay Mckesson joined CBS News to talk about the movement. Mckesson is the co-founder and executive director of Campaign Zero, an organization that advances efforts supporting communities to redefine public safety in ways not involving police. Source
Russia increasing unprofessional activity against U.S. forces in Syria
A senior defense official said Russia’s recent increased activity is “qualitatively different” than in the past. Source
How much can I borrow with a home equity loan?
To decide whether a home equity loan is right for you, it helps to know the amount you can borrow. Here’s how to calculate it. Source