Signs of normalcy start to emerge in Europe and Asia
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has more on COVID-19's impact on the global community.
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Senior intel official says evidence for "both" virus origin scenarios exists
The intelligence community is examining whether the virus originated from human contact with infected animals or came about as the result of a laboratory accident in Wuhan, China.
UN chief says lack of world leadership "allowed the virus to spread"
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres says China and the U.S. may be the biggest powers in the world, but "leadership and power are not associated."
Trump says he's seen evidence virus started in Chinese lab
President refuses to offer details but U.S. intel agencies say COVID-19 wasn't manmade.
Trump accuses Chinese lab of creating virus
President Trump is going after China, accusing the country of failing to stop the coronavirus from spreading to other countries. Mr. Trump said he is considering new tariffs on China to hold it accountable for the outbreak in the U.S. At the White House Thursday, the president claimed to have seen credible evidence that the virus originated in a Wuhan lab, but gave no further details. Ben Tracy reports on the White House's ongoing response to the pandemic.
Trump administration launches "Operation Warp Speed"
The Trump administration announced Thursday that it is launching "Operation Warp Speed," which will speed up the development and distribution of a potential coronavirus vaccine. CBSN political contributor and Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller discusses the announcement and the rest of the day's political headlines.
Trade war relief money mostly going to large farms
Some small farmers are spending years in the red as big farms get the lion's share of payments from a $28 billion bailout meant to make up for the loss of their export market to China. Now, they're also facing the coronavirus pandemic. 60 Minutes reports, Sunday.
The trade war bailout money for farmers
Some small farmers are spending years in the red as big farms get the lion’s share of payments from a $28 billion bailout meant to make up for the loss of their export market to China. Now, they're also facing the coronavirus pandemic. 60 Minutes reports, Sunday.
Trump claims China "will do anything they can" to hurt reelection bid
Mr. Trump told Reuters in an interview Beijing "will do anything" for him to lose reelection.
Chinese state media is amplifying coronavirus disinformation
A U.S. Army reservist and her husband are unable to escape a mob of trolls after Chinese diplomats and state media share false conspiracies about COVID-19.
U.S. intelligence says coronavirus "not manmade or genetically modified"
Intelligence agencies have been exploring but have not uncovered evidence to substantiate a theory that the coronavirus escaped a Chinese lab.
Trump and Fauci tout "positive effect" of remdesivir
President Trump on Wednesday says that federal guidelines to slow the spread of the coronavirus will not be extended when they expire at the end of the week. Dr. Anthony Fauci also announced the success of a trial of the drug remdesivir. Politico White House correspondent and associate editor Anita Kumar joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the day's headlines.
U.S.-China tensions escalate over COVID-19
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is accusing China of purposely destroying early samples of the coronavirus, rather than share them with the world. "Face the Nation" moderator and CBS News senior foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan joins CBSN's Reena Ninan for a closer look at the latest disagreement between the two economic powers.
Future of global economy after COVID-19
Much of the global economy has come to a halt as the coronavirus continues to spread. Peter Engelke, deputy director and senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, joined CBSN to break down possible scenarios the world faces in the years ahead, including China's role on the global stage.
Why was America unprepared for coronavirus?
News stories of a mysterious novel coronavirus outbreak spreading in Wuhan, China began appearing in America in early January. So, how did we get from those small but worrying early warnings to now, when our nation leads the world, not in managing the crisis, but in the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases and deaths? Correspondent Martha Teichner talks with Pulitzer Prize-winning science writer Laurie Garrett ("The Coming Plague"); Ashish Jha, director of the Harvard Global Health Institute; and Beth Cameron, who was once in charge of pandemic preparedness for the National Security Council, about the Trump administration's response to COVID-19.
Experts: Coronavirus samples from China not crucial to vaccine
Medical experts interviewed by CBS News question some of the administration's claims about whether China's lack of transparency is actually is blocking the world from developing a vaccine.
Federal agencies supported W.H.O.
A report published by ProPublica says U.S. federal agencies backed the actions of the World Health Organization before President Trump criticized it and pulled funding last week. ProPublica reporter Yeganeh Torbati joins CBSN to discuss important details revealed in the internal documents.
Missouri and Mississippi sue China over coronavirus
Missouri's attorney general alleges China did little to stop the spread of coronavirus and covered it up.
Missouri sues China over coronavirus
Missouri became the first U.S. state to sue China for allegedly concealing information about the coronavirus outbreak. CBSN contributor Isaac Stone Fish, a senior fellow at the Asia Society Center on U.S.-China Relations, joins CBSN with the details.
Pro-democracy activists arrested in Hong Kong
The U.S. is condemning China over the arrest of key pro-democracy activists in Hong Kong over the weekend. The crackdown comes amid strong government measures to contain the spread of the coronavirus. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has the latest for CBSN.
Under cover of pandemic, China arrests protest leaders
Fifteen of Hong Kong's highest-profile opposition figures linked to the 2019 pro-democracy protests were arrested.
China arrests Hong Kong protest leaders
The U.S. is criticizing China for detaining 15 leaders of Hong Kong's protest movement amid the coronavirus pandemic. Holly Williams speaks to a professor who says the virus crisis provided an opportunity for the crackdown.
Amid recovery, political pressure mounts in China
CBS News Foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports from Tokyo on the impact of the coronavirus overseas.
China revises death toll
China revised its coronavirus death count Friday, adding over 1,300 deaths in Wuhan. The Chinese government has faced accusations of downplaying their death toll and a slow initial response to the virus. Ramy Inocencio reports.
China grows as campaign theme during pandemic
The pro-Trump America First Action PAC recently rolled out three #BeijingBiden ads hammering Biden over China.
Lebanon says 2,000 killed in Israel's escalating assault on Hezbollah
Israel says massive strikes hit Hezbollah's intel unit in Beirut, as Lebanon puts the toll from two weeks of spiraling violence over 2,000.
Biden surveys storm damage in Georgia, Florida as death toll passes 200
President Biden sought to strike a bipartisan tone as he toured the severe damage wrought by Hurricane Helene.
Dockworkers suspend strike after reaching tentative deal
The International Longshoremen's Association has reached a tentative deal to suspend their strike until Jan. 15 to negotiate a new contract
Top Justice Dept. official warns of "onslaught" of foreign election interference
In an interview with CBS News, the head of the Department of Justice's National Security Division said the U.S. is facing a multi-pronged offensive from Russia, Iran and China.
Barack Obama to hit campaign trail for Harris
Former President Barack Obama's first campaign event will take place Oct. 10 in the Pittsburgh area.
Menendez murder case will be reviewed, Los Angeles DA says
More than 30 years after Erik and Lyle Menéndez were convicted of killing their parents, new evidence in the high-profile murder case is being reviewed by the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office as it considers a possible resentencing.
Hurricane Kirk strengthens in the Atlantic, expected to grow
Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Leslie formed in the eastern Atlantic Ocean and could strengthen into a hurricane by the weekend, forecasters said.
Garth Brooks accused of rape in new lawsuit
A woman who says she worked as a hair-and-makeup stylist for Garth Brooks alleged in a lawsuit that he raped her in a Los Angeles hotel in 2019.
Rep. Mike Lawler apologizes for wearing blackface at 2006 party
"The ugly practice of blackface was the furthest thing from my mind," the New York Republican said.
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Barack Obama to hit campaign trail for Harris
Former President Barack Obama's first campaign event will take place Oct. 10 in the Pittsburgh area.
Garth Brooks accused of rape in new lawsuit
A woman who says she worked as a hair-and-makeup stylist for Garth Brooks alleged in a lawsuit that he raped her in a Los Angeles hotel in 2019.
Rep. Mike Lawler apologizes for wearing blackface at 2006 party
"The ugly practice of blackface was the furthest thing from my mind," the New York Republican said.
Top Justice Dept. official warns of "onslaught" of foreign election interference
In an interview with CBS News, the head of the Department of Justice's National Security Division said the U.S. is facing a multi-pronged offensive from Russia, Iran and China.
Dockworkers suspend strike after reaching tentative deal
The strike, the first by East and Gulf Coast dockworkers since 1977, had shut down 14 ports since Tuesday.
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Dockworkers suspend strike after reaching tentative deal
The strike, the first by East and Gulf Coast dockworkers since 1977, had shut down 14 ports since Tuesday.
When shipping containers lost at sea burst open, what happens?
Over 20,000 shipping containers have fallen overboard since 2010, their contents polluting shorelines and habitats.
Is toilet paper affected by the port strike? Here's what to know.
People on social media are posting photos of empty store shelves as concerns mount over the strike's impact on bathroom tissue supplies.
McDonald's set to debut its long-awaited chicken Big Mac
McDonald's is introducing a poultry version of its iconic burger at U.S. locations for a limited time starting next week.
Tesla recalls its Cybertruck for the fifth time in less than a year
Tesla is recalling more than 27,000 Cybertruck vehicles because of problems with their rearview camera.
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VP debate highlights from the Walz-Vance 2024 showdown
Sen. JD Vance and Gov. Tim Walz met in New York for the CBS News vice presidential debate. Here are the highlights.
Fact checking VP debate claims from Walz and Vance's 2024 showdown
CBS News is fact checking the biggest claims made by Tim Walz and JD Vance during the vice presidential debate.
CBS News VP debate poll shows voter reactions to Vance-Walz showdown
CBS News poll finds Walz and Vance improved their standing in what debate watchers said was a positive debate.
Watch JD Vance's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance said Americans "need a new direction" as he closed out the only VP debate before the November election.
Watch Tim Walz's closing statement from the 2024 VP debate
Gov. Tim Walz touted Vice President Kamala Harris' coalition of supporters, praising her for bringing "joy" to politics.
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Should you try a trending "cortisol cocktails" for stress and weight loss?
TikTok's latest wellness concoction is dubbed the "adrenal" or "cortisol cocktail," which users claim can reduce stress and even help with weight loss. We asked experts to weigh in.
Flu vaccine might be less effective this year, new CDC report suggests
Flu vaccine effectiveness in South America was 35% against hospitalization.
What to watch for in the upcoming ACA open enrollment period
This year's start date for Affordable Care Act enrollment in most states is Nov. 1, and consumers may encounter new scams as well as important rule changes.
FDA weighing approval of first new sunscreen ingredient in decades
The FDA has until early 2026 to decide on the submission for a sunscreen ingredient branded as PARSOL Shield.
Condom use is declining among younger generations. Here's why.
Fewer young people are having sex, but the teens and young adults who are sexually active aren't using condoms as regularly, if at all.
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12 bodies bearing signs of torture found with cartel messages
The victims -- three women and nine men -- were found on roads, bridges and avenues, and one was dismembered, officials said.
Lebanon says 2,000 killed in Israel's escalating assault on Hezbollah
Israel says massive strikes hit Hezbollah's intel unit in Beirut, as Lebanon puts the toll from two weeks of spiraling violence over 2,000.
Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS in Iraq escapes from Gaza a decade later
An Israeli official says a Yazidi woman kidnapped by ISIS in Iraq has escaped a decade later from Gaza.
WWII destroyer dubbed "Ghost Ship of the Pacific" found off California
The USS Stewart, once called the "Ghost Ship of the Pacific," served in both the U.S. and Japanese navies during World War II.
Princess Kate and William say young cancer patient "inspired us both"
Getting a hug from the Princess of Wales wasn't even on 16-year-old Liz Hatton's bucket list.
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Charlie Puth on new mockumentary
Pop sensation Charlie Puth debuts his mockumentary-style TV show, "The Charlie Puth Show," offering a comedic behind-the-scenes look at the life of a pop star. The show features cameos from stars like Will Ferrell, John Legend, and Courteney Cox, with one episode exploring Puth's possible move to country music.
Princess Kate and William say young cancer patient "inspired us both"
Getting a hug from the Princess of Wales wasn't even on 16-year-old Liz Hatton's bucket list.
Doctor pleads guilty in Matthew Perry case
Dr. Mark Chavez, one of the doctors charged in connection to actor Matthew Perry's death, pleaded guilty on Wednesday to illegally obtaining the powerful anesthetic ketamine that was administered to the "Friends" star.
"Mornings Memory:" The launch of "Big Brother"
On this "Mornings Memory," "Big Brother" premiered, changing the reality TV landscape forever. Eddie McGee and two runners-up share how the show impacted their lives.
Former U.K. leader says in book that Queen Elizabeth II had bone cancer
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says in his memoir that he "had known for a year or more" that Queen Elizabeth II had bone cancer.
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Gmail users get new summary cards to track purchases, events
Google brings new interactive summary cards to Gmail inboxes to help users track purchases, events.
Congress is trying to force carmakers to keep AM radio
AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act would require AM radios in electric vehicles, even though automakers claim electric motors interfere with the signal.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Sony PlayStation Network outage throws gamers into hourslong disarray
Sony's PlayStation Network went down, frustrating gamers around the world who complain they weren't able to sign in to their accounts.
Verizon customers report widespread outages
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
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Type of firefly could be first on federal endangered species list
The Bethany Beach firefly is the first lightning bug species to be considered for protections under the Endangered Species Act.
How climate change threatens plants, animals
In this episode of "Climate Watch: Protecting the Planet," CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy speaks to scientists and experts about the growing number of critically endangered plants and animals and how humans can help.
Book excerpt: "Revenge of the Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
The author revisits his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," to examine the flip side of that earlier book's lessons about studying social change. Among the topics he covers: Cheetah reproduction.
50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
How the 2015 Paris Agreement came together
Nine years after it was negotiated, the Paris Climate Agreement continues to serve as a blueprint for global environmental goals. Todd Stern, the top U.S. negotiator for the deal, outlines the years-long process it took to reach the landmark agreement in his new book, "Landing the Paris Climate Agreement: How It Happened, Why It Matters and What Comes Next." Stern joins CBS News to look back at the talks.
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12 bodies bearing signs of torture found with cartel messages
The victims -- three women and nine men -- were found on roads, bridges and avenues, and one was dismembered, officials said.
Tyre Nichols case: Jury returns split verdict
A federal jury convicted three former Memphis, Tennessee, police officers Thursday on some charges stemming from the fatal 2023 beating of Tyre Nichols during a traffic stop. Neema Rahmani, former federal prosecutor and president of West Coast Trial Lawyers, joins CBS News to unpack the verdicts.
Guides accused of leading rogue hunts that killed mountain lions
Three wildlife guides face federal charges for allegedly running an illegal hunting enterprise that left mountain lions dead in Idaho and Wyoming.
Jury deliberating in Tyre Nichols case
Tyre Nichols' family prayed before entering the trial of three Louisville Police Department officers who were charged for their actions on the night of Nichols' death. The jury is currently deliberating. CBS News' Elise Preston reports.
Missouri woman found dead 5 months after mysteriously vanishing
A missing woman's remains were discovered in Missouri over the weekend, more than five months after she disappeared.
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Webb telescope detects carbon dioxide on surface of Pluto's largest moon
Researchers used observations from the Webb Telescope to identify carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide on the surface of Charon, Pluto's largest moon.
SpaceX Crew Dragon brings 2 fresh crew members to space station
A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft caught up with the International Space Station and moved in for docking Sunday.
SpaceX launches two-man crew on flight to space station
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX prepares to launch crewed mission
Later today, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is set to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station. The craft is also set to bring back the two astronauts who have been waiting for a ride home since June.
Crew Dragon set for first Cape Canaveral launch to space station
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
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Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The troubled marriage of Ashley and Doug Benefield
The seesaw marriage between the former ballerina and her much older husband only lasted four years, until she shot him on Sept. 27, 2020.
Summer music heats up 2024
Live performances are in full swing this summer. Scroll through our concert gallery, featuring pictures by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case
A look at the evidence in "The Dexter Killer" case; plus, newly revealed letters from the man police say wanted to be like fictional serial killer Dexter Morgan.
Clues and evidence in the John McCabe case
A teenager's murder in Lowell, Massachusetts, goes unsolved for more than 40 years -- were the clues there all along?
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How Liz Cheney can help Kamala Harris in 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris campaigned Thursday with former Republican Rep. Liz Cheney in Ripon, Wisconsin, the city credited as the birthplace of the Republican Party. Former President Donald Trump campaigned in Michigan after special counsel Jack Smith's filing was unsealed in the 2020 election interference case. CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent Robert Costa has the latest.
What to expect for new Supreme Court term
The new Supreme Court term begins on Oct. 7. The last session saw consequential decisions, including giving presidents broader immunity, preserving abortion pill access and upholding a domestic violence gun restriction. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson breaks down what to expect.
Kamala Harris says she won't ban fracking
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke with CBS News Pittsburgh politics editor Jon Delano about the top issues for Pennsylvania voters, including fracking, the proposed acquisition of U.S. Steel by the Japanese company Nippon Steel, and her economic message. Delano joins "The Daily Report" to discuss his interview with Harris.
Feds warn of violence on Oct. 7 one-year mark
A joint intelligence bulletin warned of potential violent extremism and hate crimes ahead of the one-year mark of Hamas' attack on Israel. The FBI, Department of Homeland Security and National Counterterrorism Center issued the bulletin that said the continued Middle East conflict could serve as a motivation for violence. CBS News homeland security and justice reporter Nicole Sganga reports.
Father survives Helene trip for daughter's wedding
David Jones was driving from South Carolina to Tennessee for his daughter's wedding when the highway was shut down, and what was to be a two-hour drive turned into a more than 12-hour journey.