Russia is launching its cruise missiles as part of a coordinated attack in the air and on the ground with the Syrian regime. After four years of deadly civil war, Russia’s air campaign may be tipping the balance in favor of President Bashar al-Assad’s regime. Holly Williams reports. Source

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is investigating why there are so few female directors in Hollywood. Director Lori Precious joins CBSN to talk about the probe. Source

Jim Axelrod spoke to Canadian Astronaut Chris Hadfield and his rise to internet stardom after recording songs, including David Bowie’s “Space Oddity,” while in orbit onboard the International Space Station. This Friday Hadfield will release an album of twelve original songs he wrote and recorded while in orbit. Source

Maddie Marlow and Tae Dye’s “Girl in a Country Song” sent them to the top of the charts with their commentary on female stereotypes. Rolling Stone named them one of the “10 New Artists You Need to Know.” The two rising stars are out with their highly-anticipated debut album, “Start Here.” Their songs tackle things like friendships, relationships and not giving up. Maddie and Tae join “CBS This Morning” to discuss their new album. Source

After coming across a student ID card on a stroll through Central Park, award-winning actor Tom Hanks took to social media to find its owner. CBSN’s Contessa Brewer has more on the search for Lauren Source

Actress Ali Stroker is making a special debut in a revival of “Spring Awakening” on Broadway. Michelle Miller has the story of a young woman turning challenge into triumph. Source

President Obama celebrates a major victory for his trade agenda, as the U.S. and 11 Pacific Rim countries reach a controversial trade agreement. It would slash tariffs and open markets, but critics say it will cost jobs. The White House says the agreement will be a boon to U.S. industries including automakers. Margaret Brennan reports. Source

Strandbeests, or “beach creatures” in Dutch, are an intricate collection of PVC pipes, fastened together with plastic ties. Designed to move and scoot across beaches, powered by the wind, they are the brainchildren of artist and engineer Theo Jansen. Jamie Wax reports. Source

Americans recycle nearly 90 million tons of trash a year, but it may not be worth the trouble. New York Times science columnist John Tierney joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss his latest opinion article, “The Reign of Recycling,” that is creating fresh controversies. Source

From Birchbox to Stitch Fix, subscription box businesses are unwrapping success. You pay a monthly fee and everything from makeup to groceries to clothing is sent to your door. But Kate Hudson’s athletic wear company, Fabletics, is now under investigation after customers complained they didn’t know they were signing up for a subscription. International Business Times Global Editor-in-Chief Peter S. Goodman joins “CBS This Morning” discuss the fine prints. Source