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Massive fire rips through Hong Kong skyscraper

A large fire broke out at a 42-story Hong Kong skyscraper under construction Thursday, also spreading to nearby buildings. The cause is under investigation.

East Palestine residents demand answers on toxic train derailment

Nearly one month after a train carrying toxic chemicals derailed near East Palestine, Ohio, local residents remain worried and unsure about the effects the contamination will have on their community. Roxana Saberi reports.

3/1: CBS News Prime Time

John Dickerson reports on explosives found in luggage at an airport, companies cutting the price of insulin, and why Mexico's electoral reforms are drawing concerns about democracy.

TikTok to implement 1-hour time limit for users under 18

Social platform TikTok announced that it will implement a daily one-hour time limit for users who are under the age of 18. However, they will still have the ability to switch off the setting, TikTok said.

Former University of Georgia football star charged in crash that killed 2

Former University of Georgia football star Jalen Carter has been charged in connection with a crash last month that killed two people, including a fellow teammate and a team staff member. Prosecutors said Carter was racing at the time of the crash.

Extra pandemic-era SNAP benefits end for over 30 million people

Extra Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits that were enacted during the COVID-19 pandemic came to an end Wednesday for more than 30 million Americans.

Buffalo firefighter killed battling large blaze

A firefighter was killed while battling a fire in a three-story building in downtown Buffalo, New York, on Wednesday. The fire was initially smoldering, before a backdraft appeared to cause an explosion, officials said.

TikTok to set 1-hour daily time limit for users under 18

The popular social media app TikTok announced it will roll out a 60-minute daily limit for all users under the age of 18. Sara Morrison, a senior reporter for Vox, joins CBS News to discuss.

Government played role in Eli Lilly's insulin price cuts

Drugmaker Eli Lilly announced Wednesday it will reduce prices for some of its most commonly prescribed insulin products by up by to 70%, and expand a monthly $35 cap on prescription costs for insured patients. CBS News correspondent Lilia Luciano reported on the government's role in the process.

SpaceX launches new crew on flight to space station

The four Crew Dragon fliers will replace another crew that will be wrapping up a 154-day stay in orbit.