Archives: 2018

“Transparent” creator Jill Soloway on being “non-binary”

In the memoir, “She Wants It: Desire, Power, and Toppling the Patriarchy,” Jill Soloway, creator of the award-winning show “Transparent,” writes of a journey to identify as “non-binary” – meaning neither female nor male, and referring to oneself using the pronoun “they” instead of “she” or “he.” Categories: National, US & World News

Tina Turner: “I’m sexy without being sexual”

In part two of an interview begun on CBS’ “Sunday Morning,” rock and roll legend Tina Turner talks with Gayle King about her new memoir, “My Love Story”; about Ike Turner and love at first sight with her husband, Erwin Bach; and why she moved to Zurich, Switzerland. Categories: National, US & World News

Dozens sheltering in church survive Hurricane Michael

A congregation in Florida united in faith and perseverance even as the walls of their church collapsed under the fury of Hurricane Michael. 25 church members along with their pastor took shelter in the building when Michael descended last week. Everyone survived. Jericka Duncan reports from Panama City where the church refused to shut its doors to those in need….

Sen. Ben Sasse on his new book about America’s cultural divide

A new CBS News Battleground Tracker poll finds 84 percent of registered voters in competitive districts think the tone and civility of politics are getting worse. Republican Senator Ben Sasse of Nebraska believes it’s part of a larger problem. He joined “CBS This Morning” to talk about his new book, “Them: Why We Hate Each Other and How to Heal.”…

EPA expert on children’s health sidelined, claims agency failing kids

A top children’s health official for the EPA, who was suddenly put on administrative leave, is speaking out only on “CBS This Morning.” Dr. Ruth Etzel was sidelined in September. The agency says it was over allegations about her leadership, but did not provide details. Anna Werner spoke to Dr. Etzel about what she says happened. Categories: National, US &…

Former CIA acting director on possible punishment in Saudi missing journalist case

The president said Saudi Arabia’s government deserves “severe punishment” if it killed Washington Post contributor Jamal Khashoggi. The Saudi-born journalist vanished after entering the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, Turkey nearly two weeks ago. Former CIA acting director and CBS News senior national security contributor Michael Morell joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the investigation. Categories: National, US & World News

Eye Opener: President opens up to “60 Minutes”

In a “60 Minutes” interview, President Trump defends his praise of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, and says Russia and China interfered in the 2016 election. Also, Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, say their first baby is on the way. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Get the Eye…

Survey reveals misconceptions among parents on flu shots

Florida health officials say a child is the first death in Florida during this year’s flu season. The child, who has not been identified, tested positive for Influenza B and was not vaccinated. A new national survey puts the spotlight on some popular and potentially dangerous myths about the flu shot. Dr. Tara Narula reports. Categories: National, US & World…

Hillary Clinton says husband did not have to resign after Lewinsky scandal

Hillary Clinton says her husband absolutely should not have resigned following the Monica Lewinsky scandal. In an interview for “CBS Sunday Morning,” the former first lady and presidential candidate spoke with Tony Dokoupil about the record number of women running for office in 2018 and her husband’s conduct while president. Categories: National, US & World News