The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is predicting an above-normal 2021 Atlantic hurricane season, with 13 to 20 named storms and 6 to 10 hurricanes. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli breaks down what we can expect this year. Source
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Global pressure mounts for Israel-Hamas cease-fire
There is a growing discussion over a possible cease-fire between the Israeli military and Hamas militants in Gaza. The potential cessation of hostilities follow increased calls for the two sides to end 11 consecutive days of violence. CBS News correspondent Tina Kraus reports on the effects of the ongoing violence on those living in the region, and CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams joined CBSN from Tel Aviv with more. Source
Biden signs bill to combat hate crimes against Asian Americans
President Biden on Thursday signed a bill aimed at combating hate crimes against Asian Americans, which have spiked amid the COVID-19 pandemic. “I mean this from the bottom of my heart: Hate can be given no safe harbor in America,” Mr. Biden said ahead of signing the legislation. Source
Police probing 2 attacks in L.A. on men thought to be Jewish
The incidents came as the Israeli-Palestinian conflict continues overseas. Source
House-approved Capitol attack commission may face partisan battle in Senate
The House voted largely along party lines to establish a commission to investigate the January 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol. The 9/11-style commission’s future in the Senate is uncertain after Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said he will oppose the measure. CBS News correspondent Skyler Henry reports on the latest from Capitol Hill, and CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion joined CBSN’s Tanya Rivero to discuss. Source
Biden signs bill to combat anti-Asian hate crimes
The bill passed both chambers of Congress with overwhelming bipartisan support. Source
Possible antisemitic hate crimes caught on camera in Los Angeles
Police in Los Angeles are investigating two attacks that appear to have targeted people for being Jewish. CBSN’s Tanya Rivero has more. Source
The Lesson of War
Scott Pelley explores the effects on children in the age-old conflict that reached another boiling point in last summer’s war between Gaza and Israel. Source
NOAA predicts above-normal 2021 Atlantic hurricane season
The U.S. could be in for another active hurricane season in the months ahead. Source
Ten feet from a volcano’s molten lava
Sunday on 60 Minutes, Bill Whitaker reports on Earth’s newest volcano, Geldingadalir. Source