The Crop Top Is Back, and It Demands to Be Seen
In 2003, ABC paid Diane Sawyer actual money to ask a 22 year-old Britney Spears hard-hitting questions like “What happened to your clothes?” The 20/20 anchor’s very special interview began with a close-up shot of Britney performing, but viewers didn’t see her face. Instead, an entire team of adults decided to splice together footage the singer’s bare midriff, framing it as one of the biggest dangers facing America’s youth.
“Ladies and gentleman, the most valuable square inch of real estate in the entertainment universe,” Sawyer says in a voiceover, as the camera pans to a belly button ring.
Sawyer’s condescending line of inquiry looks pretty awful today, especially in light of the recent New York Times documentary detailing the media’s brutal treatment of young women in the early-aughts. And all the fuss made over Spears’ tummy recalls another truly asinine culture war of that era. At the time, to some, the popularity of crop tops and low-rise jeans heralded an apocalypse.
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9/29: One dead after commuter train crashes in New Jersey; Iconic Olympic protesters honored at White House
A 34-year-old woman was killed and more than 100 injured when a commuter train failed to stop as it entered a station in Hoboken, New Jersey, Thursday morning; American sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised their black-gloved fists in protest at the 1968 Olympics while standing on the medal podium for the national anthem.
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USA Today calls Trump "unfit for the presidency"
For the first time in USA Today's 34-year history, the paper is weighing in on the presidential election. The paper's editorial board called Donald Trump "unfit for the presidency." CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers has the story."
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Hurricane Matthew gains strength in the Caribbean
Hurricane Matthew is currently forming in the Caribbean. Matthew is the fifth named hurricane of 2016. WFOR chief meteorologist Craig Setzer joins CBSN to discuss the hurricane's path.
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House approves bill that would admit Washington, D.C., as 51st state
Although the bill passed in the House, it's likely to fail in the Senate.
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Cruise ships are moving out of the US due to CDC restrictions: Will they return?
Cruise lines are moving ship after ship to other parts of the world as they continue to be barred from cruising in U.S. waters.
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FCC adds photos to emergency alerts
The FCC has updated its emergency alert text messages. The FCC came under fire during the New York and New Jersey bombings for directing people to "see media for photo." CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers has the details.
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UK lawmakers declare China's treatment of Uyghurs is genocide
British lawmakers have unanimously declared China's ongoing crackdown in Xinjiang a genocide, joining the United States, Canada and the Netherlands in condemning Beijing's actions against Uyghurs and other Muslim minorities in the far-west region in the strongest possible terms.
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Court reverses New Hampshire ballot selfie ban
An appeals court overturned a law banning selfies inside voter ballot booths. Politicians previously argued ballot selfies could cause voter fraud. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers has the story.
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China underreporting severity of air pollution levels, new study suggests
Air pollution data in China may have been manipulated by local officials, according to a new study conducted by Harvard and Boston University researchers.
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U.S. Issues More Than 115 'Do Not Travel' Advisories, Citing Risks From COVID-19
Just a week ago, only 33 countries were on the U.S. Do Not Travel list. New additions include Canada, Mexico, Germany, the U.K., and dozens of other countries.
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Passenger describes chaotic scene after Hoboken train crash
Judith Traube was in the first car of the train that crashed in Hoboken, New Jersey, Thursday morning while on her way to work. She joins CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers via Skype to give her eyewitness account of the choas.
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Two Students Found Dead After Hiking Volcano for Closer View of Eruption
The victims, male hikers in their twenties, had been walking near the Piton de la Fournaise volcano, French media reported.
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Full video: At New Hampshire rally, Trump says Clinton "probably" got immunity from FBI
Donald Trump held a fiery rally Thursday afternoon where he said Hillary Clinton "probably" received immunity from the FBI for her email scandal and that Bernie Sanders "sold out to the devil." See his full remarks.
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Consumer Reports test shows how Tesla's Autopilot can operate without anyone in the driver seat
Consumer Reports has demonstrated a way to trick a Tesla into operating with its Autopilot system without anyone in the driver seat. The test comes in the wake of a fatal accident that claimed two lives in which no one was found in the driver's seat.
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Find Who Wrote 'Trump' on Manatee to Get $8,000, Says Animal Rights Group
Officials in Florida said the word appeared to have been spelt out in algae on the marine creature's back.
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Former Army Member Caught on Video Refusing to Leave Store, Saying 'Black Lives Don't Matter'
"Guess what—all lives f***ing matter. Black lives don't f***ing matter," the man said.
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FOX News Media awards Dr. Charles Krauthammer Memorial Scholarship to Marin ‘Pei Pei’ Martin
Marin “Pei Pei” Martin, the daughter of Fox News Digital senior opinion editor, Lynne Jordal Martin, was selected as the latest recipient of the annual Dr. Charles Krauthammer Memorial Scholarship, FOX News Media CEO Suzanne Scott announced on Thursday.
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Employee Exposes Subway's Food Secrets as Part of TikTok Trend
TikTok user @Travis2official has gone viral for revealing intimate details about the sandwich chain's food preparation processes.
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The U.S. Is Leaving Afghanistan. We Must Not Abandon It | Opinion
After two decades at war, the United States has decided that it cannot continue an indefinite military presence in Afghanistan. But that doesn't mean that Washington—and the rest of the world—should turn their backs on a country that has been through decades of conflict.
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Alternate juror in Derek Chauvin trial says medical expert's testimony convinced her of ex-officer's guilt
An alternate juror in Derek Chauvin's trial told "CBS This Morning" that the prosecution's medical expert and the 17-year-old bystander who filmed George Floyd's death convinced her of his guilt.
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Legendary rapper DMX's memorial services to be streamed by YouTube and BET this weekend
Legendary rapper DMX's life and legacy will be honored in two memorial services. He died April 9 at 50 years old.
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More Americans are turning to solar energy to power their homes
Solar tiles and panels are growing in popularity with homeowners as they become more affordable.
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Oregon teacher: White educators should be 'just as bold' as Capitol rioters in anti-racism push
An Oregon school district hosted a diversity summit in which participants encouraged White educators to be as bold as Capitol rioters and pressured others into pursuing "anti-racist" ideology.
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What would Andy Rooney think?
On #DebateNight, a viewer tweeted "I would have loved to hear Andy Rooney's take..." Perhaps it would have echoed a sentiment the late 60 Minutes commentator shared during the 2004 coverage of the presidential election.
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Full video: Clinton talks Hoboken train crash; says she'll win Iowa at Des Moines event
Hillary Clinton expressed sadness over the morning's train crash in Hoboken while speaking before supporters in Iowa Thursday. Clinton also said the race will be close between her and Donald Trump, but that she can and will win the state. See her full remarks.
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Oakland, CA police chief weighs in on Columbus police-involved shooting
Oakland, California Chief of Police Leronne Armstrong weighed in Thursday on the police shooting of 16-year-old Ma'Khia Bryant in Colombus, Ohio.
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COVID-19 antibodies found in dogs in Washington state, officials say
More than a dozen dogs in Washington state have tested positive for COVID-19 antibodies, indicating they were once exposed to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes a COVID-19 infection.
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Amazon plans to start shipping service
Amazon is reportedly looking to go head to head with UPS and FedEx by starting its own shipping service. The service would handle not only Amazon orders, but would be available to other retailers as well. NewYorker.com editor Nicholas Thompson has more on that and Facebook's new product for businesses.
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NBA Roundtable: Play-in games will add suspense and intrigue at end of grueling season
The postseason chase is heating up, and the play-in tournament promises to add a new wrinkle of excitement to the final weeks.
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Alex Smith says Washington Football Team coaching staff was 'patronizing' during comeback
Alex Smith inspired many with his comeback for the Washington Football Team, but the quarterback took issue with his coaches' approach.
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Tesla's Autopilot can 'easily' be used to drive without anyone behind wheel, Consumer Reports warns
Tesla's Autopilot system can 'easily' be used to drive the automaker's vehicles without anyone behind the wheel, Consumer Reports said in a new study.
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Prince Harry Pays Tribute to Prince Philip as Conservation Champion on Earth Day
Prince Harry praised "conservation champions" including his grandfather Prince Philip, whose funeral was watched across the world on Saturday.
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Covid-19 raises risks for expectant mothers and babies, study says
If you're pregnant and infected with Covid-19, there is an increased risk of negative outcomes for both you and your baby, according to a new study.
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Dickerson's debate history: Reagan zings Mondale in 1984
John Dickerson recalls one of Ronald Reagan's most memorable zingers from a 1984 debate against then-Democratic nominee Walter Mondale.
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Biden avoids confronting China over climate in Earth Day speech with world leaders
President Biden urged world leaders to act quickly and together to confront the consequences of Earth's changing climate, but notably did not specifically address heavy polluters like China.
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Christie and Cuomo update on Hoboken train crash
At least one person is dead and about 100 are hurt after a commuter train crash in Hoboken, N.J. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and New Jersey Governor Chris Christie held a news conference on the crash. See their full remarks.
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