Headline: 2/23: CBS Weekend News – CBS News
Introduction:
Good evening, I’m Gayle King, and this is the CBS Weekend News for February 23rd. We’re coming to you live from the CBS News headquarters in New York. Let’s dive into the top stories of the week.
Top Story:
Democrats Unveil New Voting Rights Bill in Congress
On Thursday, a group of Democratic lawmakers unveiled a new voting rights bill aimed at addressing concerns over voter suppression and election security. The bill, known as the "For the People Act," would overhaul the country’s voting system and impose additional regulations on election laws. The proposal is the latest attempt by Democrats to address voting rights issues in the United States, following the contentious 2020 presidential election. We’ll have more on this story as it develops.
Business News:
Apple’s Quarterly Earnings Fall Short of Expectations
In technology news, Apple’s quarterly earnings report released on Thursday fell short of Wall Street’s expectations. The company’s shares dipped 4% in after-hours trading following the news. Apple’s revenue rose 9% year-over-year, but its profit margins were lower than expected due to increased competition and production costs. This is the latest setback for the tech giant, which has struggled to maintain momentum in recent quarters.
Health News:
New Study Reveals Link Between Air Pollution and Cognitive Decline
New research published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives has found a significant link between air pollution and cognitive decline in older adults. The study, conducted by researchers at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), found that people living in areas with high levels of air pollution were 12% more likely to experience cognitive decline than those in less polluted areas.
Sports News:
NBA All-Star Game Set to Take Place in Chicago
The stage is set for the 2023 NBA All-Star Game, which will be held in Chicago this weekend. The game, which pits the best players from the Eastern and Western Conferences against each other, is expected to feature a star-studded lineup, including Giannis Antetokounmpo, Luka Doncic, and Joel Embiid. The event will be broadcast live on ESPN and the NBA app on Sunday, February 25th.
Science News:
NASA’s Perseverance Rover Discovers Evidence of Ancient Lake on Mars
NASA’s Perseverance rover has made a groundbreaking discovery on Mars, uncovering evidence of an ancient lake that once existed on the red planet. The rover detected signs of a large lakebed in the Jezero crater, which is believed to have formed around 3.5 billion years ago. The discovery sheds new light on the history of water on Mars and has significant implications for our understanding of the planet’s habitability.
Closing:
That’s all for now. Thank you for joining us on this CBS Weekend News. We’ll be back next week with more top stories, analysis, and updates from around the world. Until then, goodnight from New York.
Closing credits:
This has been a CBS News production. I’m Gayle King, and I’ll see you next time. Goodnight!
