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A first look at the Liverpool-Real Madrid UEFA Champions League Final

It's one of the biggest events in sports: Liverpool takes on Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League Final Saturday. CBS Sports' Kate Abdo joins "CBS Mornings" with a preview of the match that will be watched by hundreds of millions of people worldwide.

Bipartisan lawmakers to meet virtually to discuss gun law proposals

In wake of the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, President Biden says he needs Congress to take action on gun reform. A small group of bipartisan lawmakers are scheduled to meet virtually this week to find common ground on gun law proposals. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports.

European union aims to block more than two-thirds of Russian oil imports

After months of wrangling, the European Union has reached a deal. It's aiming to block more than two-thirds of Russian oil – a move that the union's council chief says will cut off a huge source of financing for Russia in its conflict with Ukraine. Charlie D'Agata is in London with the latest.

Dr. Jon LaPook gives keynote address at Harvard's School of Public Health

CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook gave the keynote address to Harvard's School of Public Health graduates who finished their studies during the pandemic. He told graduates that no matter what credentials they hold, kindness matters most: "Empathy is your superpower."

First-generation immigrant shares mental health struggles with viral TikTok video

Thea Pham shared a raw and personal TikTok video about her mental health struggles being a first-generation immigrant. Lilia Luciano spoke with Pham about how she is rewriting her story.

Bipartisan talks continue on gun legislation after school shooting

A bipartisan group of senators is discussing gun legislation after a school shooting last week in Uvalde, Texas. While some Republicans are signaling support, others are advocating for increased school safety. Nikole Killion reports.

How to negotiate increases in rent and navigate rising home prices

CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the housing affordability crisis, as home prices are up more than 34% over the last two years and rent has increased almost 17% from last year. Schlesinger offers advice for renters who may have a lease coming up soon and for home buyers who are trying to figure out what they can afford.

How a public health approach could curb gun violence, according to an epidemiologist

Dr. Celine Gounder, epidemiologist and editor-at-large for public health at Kaiser Health News, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the public health approach to gun violence. She discusses ways that we can help reduce mass shootings and help keep people safe.

Tributes pour in for "Goodfellas" star Ray Liotta

Tributes are pouring in for actor Ray Liotta, known for his roles in "Goodfellas" and "Field of Dreams." His publicist confirmed that the 67-year-old died on Thursday. Jamie Yuccas has more.

Rep. Michael Thompson on possible Congressional gun control legislation

Congressman Michael Thompson, the Chair of the House Gun Violence Prevention Task Force, joins "Red and Blue" to discuss new possible House measures on gun control, and why he is frustrated with some of his Republican colleagues.