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May 8 (Reuters) – The World Health Organization said on Friday that eight people had fallen ill, including three who died, in a hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship, with six confirmed cases and two probable cases. • Six of the cases have been confirmed as Andes virus, a type of hantavirus through PCR …
On Oct. 30, 1938, CBS News Radio listeners were sent into a frenzy listening to Orson Welles’ reading of H.G. Wells’ “War of the Worlds,” thinking it was a real broadcast detailing an alien invasion. CBS News’ Caitlin Huey-Burns introduces the fictional, now-iconic breaking news bulletin.
Why did Virginia’s Supreme Court reject the state’s new congressional map? – CBS News Watch CBS News In a victory for Republicans, the Virginia Supreme Court tossed out a new congressional map voters approved in April. CBS News election law expert and contributor David Becker breaks down the ruling.
In a blow to Democrats, the Virginia Supreme Court has tossed out a new congressional map approved by voters last month. CBS News executive director of elections and surveys, Anthony Salvanto, has more about the move and its implications for November.
U.S. health officials say they are sending a plane to bring home 19 Americans who are on board the Dutch cruise ship at the Center of the hantavirus outbreak. CBS News’ Ramy Inocencio reports and Dr. Céline Gounder has more.
Republican Rep. Nancy Mace of South Carolina says a subpoena revealed that secret payouts used to settle sexual harassment claims against lawmakers have totaled $338,000 since 2004. Former Democratic Rep. Jackie Speier of California joins “The Takeout” with her reaction.
Congressional Democrats are investigating whether so-called “pay-to-play” schemes drove some of President Trump’s pardons. Democratic Rep. Dave Min of California, one of the three lawmakers who launched the probe, joins “The Takeout” to discuss.
Trump says ceasefire still intact after exchanging attacks with Iran – CBS News Watch CBS News President Trump insists the ceasefire with Iran is still in effect despite both sides admitting to strikes in the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News contributor Ret. Lt. Col. Roger Carstens joins “The Takeout” with analysis.
U.S. awaiting Iran’s response to peace proposal – CBS News Watch CBS News The war with Iran started nearly 10 weeks ago and the path toward peace remains unclear. Iran has been reviewing the latest U.S. proposal to end the conflict. CBS News politics reporter Kathryn Watson has more.
By Matt Silverstein and Danielle Broadway LOS ANGELES, May 8 (Reuters) – Memorabilia belonging to late model and movie star Marilyn Monroe is heading to the auction block, offering a rare glimpse into the private world of one of Hollywood’s most enduring legends. Items up for sale include pieces from her wardrobe, jewelry, letters, handwritten …