Almanac: The first vending machine patent
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On December 16, 1884, William Henry Fruen patented his "Automatic Liquid-Drawing Device," leading the way to coin-operated vending machines dispensing a myriad of products. Jane Pauley reports.
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Google CEO defends search giant in congressional hearing
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Google CEO Sundar Pichai was in the hot seat Tuesday when he testified before Congress. He heard from Democrats upset over the spread of misinformation, and from Republicans who claim Google favors liberals. Wired editor in chief Nicholas Thompson reports.
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Apple Watch rolling out electrocardiograms for heart health
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Wearable technology is a more than $21 billion market and is on track to reach nearly $35 billion in the next four years. Smart watches are driving the trend. Apple is launching two new Apple Watch features Thursday for heart health. Norah O'Donnell met Apple COO Jeff Williams and vice president of health Dr. Sumbul Desai to learn how the Apple Watch is tracking atrial fibrillation, a disorder that affects at least 2.7 million Americans. Cardiologist Dr. Tara Narula also joins "CBS This Morning" to weigh in on the new features.
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SpaceX and Boeing competing to capture the American flag in space
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A new space race is brewing in corporate America. SpaceX is scheduled to launch its 16th cargo supply mission to the International Space Station Wednesday. It wants to become the first company to carry astronauts to the station as soon as next summer. But so does Boeing. Mark Strassmann spoke to two astronauts engaged in an out-of-this-world game of capture the flag.
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7-year-old of Ryan ToysReview YouTube channel earns $22 million
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Forbes estimates 7-year-old Ryan of Ryan ToysReview earned $22 million from his YouTube channel. Most of the revenue comes from ads and sponsored posts. Now Ryan is branching out, and content from his channel will be distributed on Hulu and Amazon. He's also launched his own toy and clothing collection.
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Clinical trial underway for male birth control gel
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The first clinical trial testing a new male contraceptive is underway. It could be a game-changer for preventing pregnancy. The National Institutes of Health is enrolling about 420 couples to use an experimental gel. If proven effective, it would be the first hormonal birth control for men. The gel is applied daily to the back and shoulders. It's absorbed through the skin and blocks the production of sperm. Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the trial.
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