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CBS Evening News, October 19, 2022

Putin declares martial law in annexed regions; NASA releases stunning new Webb Telescope photo

NASA releases stunning new Webb Telescope photo

The James Webb Space Telescope took an infrared photo of "the Pillars of Creation," which are a vast cluster of newly-formed stars about 6,500 light years from Earth. It's far more detailed than the famous view from the Hubble Telescope in 1995.

CBS Reports presents "Speaking Frankly: Non-monogamy"

"One big orgy": That's the stereotype about the lifestyle of consensual non-monogamy — an arrangement where committed partners agree to have relationships with other people. But in this CBS Reports documentary, people who have practiced non-monogamy for years say it's not all wild sex — or even all that wild. It takes a lot of work and carries a lot of stigma. And it's more popular than you may think.

Police video shows confusion during voter fraud arrests in Florida

Newly-released police video showed people being arrested in Florida over allegations of voter fraud. Gov. Ron DeSantis alleged those arrested were banned from voting due to their criminal records. The controversy stems from confusion over a 2018 state law that allows some felons to vote. David Becker, a CBS News election law expert, joined John Dickerson to discuss.

Russian airstrikes leave thousands of Ukrainians without power and water

A fresh wave of Russian airstrikes has targeted energy facilities and more residential sites across Ukraine. CBS News anchors Lilia Luciano and Lana Zak spoke with journalist and Eastern Europe expert Tomasz Grzywaczewski about how drones are changing the course of the war.

10/18: Red and Blue

President Biden vows headway on abortion legislation in 2023 if Democrats keep control of Congress; Examining the close Senate and gubernatorial races in Georgia.

Thousands protest inflation in France, demand higher wages

Thousands of people protested across France Tuesday, demanding higher wages to tackle spiking inflation. Noemie Bisserbe, reporter for the Wall Street Journal, joined John Dickerson to discuss the unrest.

Migrant arrivals put pressure on northeastern cities' resources

The arrival of migrants in northeastern parts of the country has started to put a strain on those cities' resources. CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green spoke with Jeffrey Thielman, president and CEO of the International Institute of New England, about what support is available for migrants who have made the long and difficult journey to the U.S.

Secretary of State Antony Blinken warns China wants to seize Taiwan on "faster timeline"

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned Monday that Beijing is speeding up its plans to reunite with Taiwan, by force if necessary. Chinese President Xi Jinping also said Sunday that the "wheels of history are rolling on towards China's reunification." He added, "We reserve the option of taking all measures necessary." John Dickerson spoke with Amy Celico, a principal at the Albright Stonebridge Group who specializes in Chinese affairs.

Russian analyst Igor Danchenko acquitted over discredited Steele dossier

Igor Danchenko, a Russian think tank analyst accused of lying to the FBI about his role in the creation of the "Steele dossier" - a 2016 report filled with unproven information about then-presidential candidate Donald Trump - was found not guilty Tuesday of all charges. Vinoo Varghese, a white-collar criminal defense attorney and former prosecutor, discussed the case.