Hosted by Jane Pauley. In our Cover Story, Lee Cowan reports on the debate among North Dakotans about the true Geographical Center of North America. Plus: David Martin profiles Marine Cpl. Hershel “Woody” Williams, the last surviving Medal of Honor recipient from World War II; Mo Rocca experiences the allure of virtual reality vacations; Faith Salie investigates the possibilities of time travel; Martha Teichner unfolds the history of maps; Rita Braver sits down with former Senators Bob and Elizabeth Dole; Tracy Smith interviews comedian and impressionist Rich Little; and Serena Altschul checks out the bargains to be had at yard sales. Source
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In ugly incident, fan tosses water bottle at Nets’ Kyrie Irving
The incident was the fourth in the brief NBA post-season. The Brooklyn star blames “underlying racism.” Source
In major shift, China raises per-couple children limit to 3 from 2
The move is a major bid to reverse China’s falling birth rate and aging population, both of which are raising concerns about the country’s economic future. Source
Texas Dems’ walkout keeps sweeping voting curbs bill from passing
The move by Democrats in the state House of Representatives denied Republicans a quorum. Governor Greg Abbott said he’ll call a special session to restart the process. Source
5/30/2021: Attack on the Judiciary, 90+, Notes of Grace
Judges say it’s time for more security in the face of mounting violence; Checking in on the groundbreaking 90+ Study on aging; Igor Levit talks to 60 Minutes. Source
Ex-TV actor among 7 people aboard plane that crashed into lake
Two of the passengers, who are all presumed dead, were Gwen Shamblin Lara — founder the Remnant Fellowship Church — and Joe Lara — an actor from the TV series “Tarzan: The Epic Adventures.” Source
Taps Across America honors nation’s fallen soldiers
Musicians from coast to coast will once again play Taps to honor the fallen on Memorial Day for CBS News’ Taps Across America. The event was organized in part by CBS News’ Steve Hartman. Elise Preston has the story. Source
Checking in on the groundbreaking 90+ Study on aging
Over six years after our initial report, Lesley Stahl visits surviving members of the 90+ Study and finds out what scientists have learned from following the study’s participants. Source
CBS Weekend News, May 30, 2021
At least 2 dead and over 20 injured in South Florida shooting;Taps Across America honors nation’s fallen soldiers Source
Osaka fined, threatened with suspension for media boycott
Osaka had previously announced she would not participate in media appearances at the tournament, citing a need to protect her mental health. Source