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Megan Fox opens up about her struggle with body dysmorphia

Actress Megan Fox recently told Sports Illustrated about her struggle with body dysmorphia. The disorder can harm people's self-esteem and interfere with their daily lives. Dr. Daniel Bober, a clinical psychiatrist, joined CBS News to discuss the causes behind the illness and how it can be treated.

Estimated debt ceiling deadline pushed back to June 5, Yellen says

With the White House and Republican congressional leaders still negotiating a deal to raise the nation's debt ceiling, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen provided some positive news Friday, when she pushed back the estimated deadline that the government could begin to default on its debts from June 1 to June 5. Scott MacFarlane has the latest.

Airports brace for millions of Memorial Day travelers

AAA estimates that more than 42 million Americans will travel this Memorial Day weekend, the highest number since 2005. Of those, 3.4 million are expected to fly to their destination. Kris Van Cleave has more.

As climate change hurts crops, scientists explore new foods

Some scientists believe America's breadbasket could soon be at risk of potentially emptying, and they're warning a relentless drought is harming the nation's wheat crops. Science journalist Jenny Morber, who reports on climate resiliency and food, joined CBS News to discuss how researchers are trying to solve the problem.

Judge temporarily halts South Carolina abortion ban

A state judge on Friday temporarily halted a new South Carolina law that bans nearly all abortions after six weeks. The judge halted the law pending a review by the state's Supreme Court.

Memorial Day weekend travel rush expected to hit pre-pandemic levels

Long lines are forming at airports and train stations across the country as Memorial Day weekend travel gets underway. AAA is estimating that more than 42 million people will travel by car, plane or public transit this holiday weekend. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave reports.

Russian dissident groups seek to weaken Putin regime

A collection of Russian nationals who are opposed to Russia's invasion of Ukraine are waging their own war, but on Russia itself. One of their members told CBS News that their goal is "to ensure the collapse of the Russian regime as quickly as possible." Debora Patta has more.

Amid lifeguard shortage, renewed focus on pool safety

As we enter the summer months, millions of children across the country will be making trips to the pool. However, the American Lifeguard Association warns that half of the nation's 309,000 public pools could be forced to close or reduce their hours due to a lifeguard shortage. Carter Evans has details.

5/25: Prime Time with John Dickerson

John Dickerson reports on the 18-year prison sentence for Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes, the Supreme Court's decision to weaken the EPA's power over wetlands, and how airlines are expected to handle the Memorial Day weekend rush.

John Dickerson on how presidential campaigns turned into bids for attention

John Dickerson explores the evolution of presidential campaigns from George Washington to John F. Kennedy.