In 2014, Mohammed Emwazi became a symbol of the brutality that ISIS was capable of Jihadi John, as he came to be known, beheaded several westerners including journalists James Foley, Steven Sotloff, and aid worker Peter Kassig. Today in Baghdad, Army Colonel Steven Warren said that the Pentagon is “reasonably certain” Emwazi was killed last night by a hellfire missile fired by a drone. Chip Reid has more. Source
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Families unite over fight for childhood cancer research
Our continuing series, A More Perfect Union, aims to show that what unites us as Americans is far greater than what divides us. Only about four percent of federal funding for cancer research is set aside specifically for childhood cancers. The grim reality is that 17 percent of kids diagnosed will not survive. “CBS Sunday Morning’s” Lee Cowan takes a look at the bond forged in battle between two families with a common enemy. Source
How China is cracking down on poor English translations
If you’ve ever traveled to a foreign country you may have noticed directional signs or menu items where the English translation isn’t quite right. In China, these “lingusitic misfires,” while amusing to some, have become something of a sore spot for the government, which wants to present a more sophisticated image to the rest of the world. Ben Tracy reports. Source
What’s next for White House after major staff changes?
Senior writer for Politico, Jake Sherman, is the co-author of Politico’s “Playbook” newsletter. He joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to discuss reports that Attorney General Jeff Sessions had additional communications with the Russians, President Trump’s new communications director and whether there could be more White House staff changes on the horizon. Source
Jake Bugg performs “Slumville Sunrise”
One of the hottest imports from the UK, Jake Bugg performs “Slumville Sunrise” on Saturday Session. Source
CBS News elections director talks polls on Trump’s first 100 days
This week, CBS News polls put President Trump’s approval numbers at 41 percent as he hits the 100-day mark. That number is lower than his predecessors at this point in their administrations. CBS News elections director Anthony Salvanto joins “CBS This Morning: Saturday” to dig deeper into the results. Source
Headlines: Kmart stores hit by data breach
“CBS This Morning: Saturday” takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe. Source
Retailers are luring shoppers with booze
Retailers are catching on to the latest buzz-inducing trend in the industry — stores with fully-stocked bars. Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, Urban Outfitters and even Barnes & Noble have all incorporated bars and restaurants into their retail spaces. CBS News business analyst business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains what’s behind the boozy trend. Source
Fall’s first nor’easter brings heavy rain and strong wind to East Coast
What’s likely the fall’s first nor’easter is bringing gusty winds, heavy rains and flood warnings to many parts of the East Coast. Kenneth Craig reports from Manasquan, New Jersey. Source
Headlines: Microsoft avoids billions in taxes by keeping profits offshore
“CBS This Morning: Saturday” takes a look at some of the headlines from around the globe. Source