A CBS News poll shows that only 38 percent of Americans support President Obama’s handling of the war in Afghanistan. Chip Reid asks the president how he can commit more troops to an unpopular war.
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The FAA’s computer flight plan system failed for a few hours setting into motion a "ripple effect" that delayed flights nationwide. Mark Strassmann reports.
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A new Pentagon report concludes that almost three-quarters of potential recruits are unable to enlist. One major factor is obesity. Katie Couric comments on the battle of the bulge.
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Companies that help people with hearing problems use the phone are subsidized with government money. But, as Armen Keteyian reports, some of this money may be winding up in the pockets of swindlers.
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Sharyl Attkisson reports that taxpayers have been responsible for worker pensions at some of the same firms where corporate executives received very generous retirement packages.
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The federal government is being held liable for part of the flooding caused by Hurricane Katrina. A court ruling awarded $700,000 to a small group of property owners. Byron Pitts reports.
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As the Internet continues to emerge as a critical facet of everyday life, CBS News' Daniel Sieberg reports that companies are cracking down on employees' personal Web use.
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Thursday: A major health care reform milestone as the Senate passes legislation; Also, a computer glitch sparks airline delays nationwide; And, this year’s hottest new toy.
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Democratic senators unveiled their long-awaited health care reform bill with significant departures from the House’s plan. Nancy Cordes reports.
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A N.Y. law makes it a felony to drive drunk with a child under 15 in the car. As Jeff Glor reports, the crackdown comes after two crashes in which children were killed - allegedly by drunk drivers.
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Wednesday: Controversy over a federal report on mammograms; Also, Pres. Obama says he would fire anyone on his staff who revealed Afghan War details; And, the reemergence of China’s Silk Road.
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