A growing number of athletes are expressing concern about this summer’s Olympic games in Rio as the Zika virus continues to spread. Former Olympic swimmer Dara Torres, co-host of the CBS Sports Network’s all-female sports show “We Need To Talk,” joins CBSN’s Josh Elliott with more. Source
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Nacho Figueras on polo, new book series and Prince Harry
Nacho Figueras is one of the most recognizable men in the world. The international heartthrob is the captain of the Argentinean Black Watch polo team and the global face of Ralph Lauren’s Polo brand. Now, he’s launching a new book series called “The Polo Season.” The Romance novels follow a glamorous Argentine family living in Florida, set against the backdrop of the polo scene. Figueras joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss his new romance novels, the sport of polo and playing with Prince Harry. Source
U.S. racing to vaccinate as coronavirus cases climb
Health officials are worried about yet another coronavirus wave as nearly a quarter million infections have been reported in the U.S. just this past week. Tom Hanson has more. Source
American, Japanese families joined by war and remembrance
An Oregon couple is providing closure to the descendants of Japanese soldiers killed in World War II by repatriating the “good luck” flags they carried into battle, which were acquired by American GIs. Lee Cowan talks to veterans and their families about a respectful and emotional return – and of a bond born of war and strengthened in peace. Source
Off-roading ban in Oceano Dunes creates community friction
Off-road driving on the beaches of Oceano Dunes, California, is set to be phased out in the next three years over environmental concerns. But those who flock to the beach every year to drive on the sands aren’t giving up without a fight. Lilia Luciano has more. Source
Rattling foreign friends: How would a Donald Trump presidency fare with U.S. allies?
How would Trump’s foreign policy stack up to our overseas allies? Source
Reporter’s notebook: Obama makes historic visit to Hiroshima
President Obama confronted history this weekend with a trip to Hiroshima, timed with the 71st anniversary of the U.S. atomic bomb drop. White House officials insisted this was no “apology tour,” while the president justified U.S. actions in World War II as a “necessary evil.” CBS News Correspondent Margaret Brennan reports from Hiroshima, Japan. Source
Funeral procession held for Prince Philip at St. George’s Chapel
Prince Philip’s funeral was held Saturday at St. George’s Chapel with members of the royal family saying their final goodbyes to the Duke of Edinburgh. Roxana Saberi reports. Source
The scene-stealing Jane Krakowski
Comic actress Jane Krakowski shared a lot of laughs with Tina Fey on the TV series “30 Rock,” and pulls off some hijinks in her Tony-nominated performance in the Broadway musical “She Loves Me.” She calls her characters second bananas, but “scene stealers” is more accurate. Rita Braver has a profile. Source
“Glee” star indicted on child pornography charges
Actor Mark Salling, best known for his role in “Glee,” has been indicted on child pornography charges. The actor could face five years in prison. CBSN’s Reena Ninan has more details. Source