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EPISODE · Dec 2, 2024 · 32 MIN

Tracking How Recycled Starbucks Cups End Up in Landfills | Cynthia Erivo Talking Bringing Elphaba to Life in "Wicked"

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President Biden announced on Sunday he signed a pardon for his son Hunter Biden after previously saying he would not issue a pardon. Hunter Biden was convicted of three felonies in a Delaware federal gun possession case in June. He faced sentencing for the case in Delaware and a federal tax evasion case in California.Some retailers are offering their lowest prices of the season with the holidays in full swing. According to Adobe Analytics, on Friday alone consumers spent nearly $11 billion online, up 10% from last year. Consumers are expected to spend $13.2 billion on Cyber Monday, which is expected to be the biggest online shopping day ever.A CBS News investigation tracked plastic Starbucks cups and showed many end up in a landfill or incinerator despite being placed in a recycle bin. CBS journalists across the country dropped cold-drink cups with trackers attached into recycling bins at Starbucks locations. Of the 36 cups that generated a signal, only four pinged at locations that accept recycling. Amelia Landers, vice president of product innovation at Starbucks, called the results disappointing and unacceptable, but added the company is focused on what it can control, like customer education.Cynthia Erivo delivers a standout performance as Elphaba in the new movie "Wicked." The film has earned $262 million domestically and set new records for Broadway adaptations. She joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her role and the live-sung performances.Trooper, the dog left behind during Hurricane Milton, has found a forever family with a couple who share a deep bond with his breed. David Begnaud has more.

President Biden announced on Sunday he signed a pardon for his son Hunter Biden after previously saying he would not issue a pardon. Hunter Biden was convicted of three felonies in a Delaware federal gun possession case in June. He faced sentencing for the case in Delaware and a federal tax evasion case in California.Some retailers are offering their lowest prices of the season with the holidays in full swing. According to Adobe Analytics, on Friday alone consumers spent nearly $11 billion online, up 10% from last year. Consumers are expected to spend $13.2 billion on Cyber Monday, which is expected to be the biggest online shopping day ever.A CBS News investigation tracked plastic Starbucks cups and showed many end up in a landfill or incinerator despite being placed in a recycle bin. CBS journalists across the country dropped cold-drink cups with trackers attached into recycling bins at Starbucks locations. Of the 36 cups that generated a signal, only four pinged at locations that accept recycling. Amelia Landers, vice president of product innovation at Starbucks, called the results disappointing and unacceptable, but added the company is focused on what it can control, like customer education.Cynthia Erivo delivers a standout performance as Elphaba in the new movie "Wicked." The film has earned $262 million domestically and set new records for Broadway adaptations. She joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her role and the live-sung performances.Trooper, the dog left behind during Hurricane Milton, has found a forever family with a couple who share a deep bond with his breed. David Begnaud has more.

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