Aldon Smith, former All-Pro San Francisco 49ers linebacker, dies at 36
Former All-Pro San Francisco 49ers linebacker Aldon Smith died at the age of 36, the team said on Saturday.
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Switzerland Votes on Proposal to Cap Population at 10 Million
By Dave Graham and John Revill ZURICH, June 14 (Reuters) – Swiss voters decide on Sunday whether to back a proposal to cap the country’s population in a referendum likened to Britain’s Brexit vote, which could have far-reaching consequences for the economy and Bern’s relations with the European Union. Driven by concern about immigration, pressure …
With uncertainty surrounding the H-1B visa fee, U.S. businesses unsure how to move forward
dallas — Kishore Khandavalli began his career in the U.S. on an H-1B skilled foreign worker visa. “I was one of the first ones,” Khandavalli told CBS News. He now runs a software consulting company in Dallas, where nearly half of his 380 employees have H-1B visas. “There’s a skills gap between the people that …
Skubal Throws 80 Pitches in Return From Elbow Surgery, Takes Loss as Guardians Down Tigers 3-1
CLEVELAND (AP) — Tarik Skubal was tagged for a two-run homer by Cleveland’s Daniel Schneemann in the two-time reigning Cy Young winner’s return from elbow surgery and the Guardians downed the Detroit Tigers 3-1 on Saturday. Skubal (3-3) threw 80 pitches in his first start since April 29. The left-hander had a loose body removed …
Jackson Suber Takes Canadian Open and Goes for First PGA Tour Title
CALEDON, Ontario (AP) — Jackson Suber got up-and-down for birdie on the par-5 18th hole Saturday for a 4-under 66, giving him a one-shot lead over Bud Cauley going into the final round of a wide-open RBC Canadian Open. It was the first 54-hole lead for Suber, whose best PGA Tour finish came three weeks …
Fans anticipating critical Game 5 of NBA Finals in San Antonio
Game 5 of the NBA Finals is in San Antonio on Saturday, and the big question is whether the Knicks clinch or the Spurs survive. Game 4 was the most-watched game ever on social media with 3 billion views and counting. Doug Williams reports from San Antonio.
Business owner says his company relies on skilled foreign worker visas
This week, a federal judge struck down the Trump administration’s $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas. The much higher fee was intended to prevent foreign workers from taking American jobs. But some business owners say the U.S. depends on that talent. Shanelle Kaul reports.
Soccer-Beating the Heat No Problem for World Cup Fans in Sweltering Houston
By Michael Kahn and Nick Said HOUSTON, June 13 (Reuters) – Soaring temperatures failed to dampen the spirits of World Cup supporters who used portable fans, umbrellas and lots of cold liquids to beat the blazing Texas heat on Saturday as they packed the Houston fan festival to soak up the atmosphere. With the thermometer …
Electric performance by U.S. men in first World Cup match
Electric performance by U.S. men in first World Cup match – CBS News Watch CBS News The heat is on for the World Cup and so is the temperature. Saturday’s matches will be played with the mercury in the 80s. Nicole Valdes reports on the U.S.’s dominating debut.
Royal family watches Royal Air Force flyover for king’s official birthday
The Royal family gathered on the balcony at Buckingham Palace on Saturday to greet the crowds and watch a Royal Air Force flyover in celebration of the king. Holly Williams has more from London.