Updated COVID boosters for Omicron BA.5 variant expected in September
U.S. regulators say they are no longer considering authorizing second COVID-19 booster shots for all adults under 50 this summer.
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Some parents hesitant to vaccinate kids
A new poll from the Kaiser Family Foundation found that 43% of parents of children under 5 will not get them vaccinated against COVID-19 despite the FDA and CDC clearing vaccines for that age group. Dr. Dyan Hes, a pediatrician in New York City, joins "CBS News Mornings" to discuss the latest.
COVID-19 and monkeypox cases on the rise
COVID-19 cases are rising again, and the World Health Organization has also declared monkeypox an international health emergency, with over 2,800 U.S. cases reported. Dr. Jerry Abraham, the director of vaccine programs at Kedren Health in Los Angeles, joins anchors Tanya Rivero and Nikki Battiste with more on efforts to contain both viruses.
COVID-19 cases spike as Biden tests positive
President Biden is self-isolating after testing positive for COVID-19. This comes as the new BA.5 variant makes up over 80% of new cases. Dr. Celine Gounder joins CBS News Mornings to discuss the latest.
Medical expert discusses Biden's COVID diagnosis
President Biden tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday, raising health concerns for the 79-year-old. Nancy Cordes reports with the latest from the White House. Then, Dr. Amesh Adalja, an infectious diseases expert and a senior scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security, joins CBS News to discuss the president's diagnosis and treatment.
Boost now or wait? Many wonder how best to ride out COVID's next wave
About 70% of people 50 and older who got a first COVID-19 booster shot haven't received the recommended second one, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Doctor urges caution with new COVID variant
The latest Omicron variant BA.5 now accounts for 65% of all new COVID cases, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Dr. Jay Varma, director of the Cornell Center for Pandemic Prevention and Response, joins CBS News' Ben Tracy to discuss the recent surge in infections.
New Omicron variants drive increase in COVID cases
"Your immune system will have a harder time fighting off this current wave."
Omicron subvariant becomes dominant in U.S.
The Biden administration has announced plans to help combat the spread of a new Omicron subvariant, which has become the dominant COVID-19 strain in the U.S. John Moore, Ph.D. and a professor of microbiology and immunology for Weill Cornell Medicine, spoke to CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers on CBS News about why the U.S. could start to see a spike like the one Europe is experiencing.
New Omicron subvariant BA.5 threatening reinfections
The risk of reinfections is growing as the latest Omicron subvariant, BA.5, has quickly become dominant in the U.S. Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis, the director of health for the city of St. Louis, joins CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss.
Beijing imposes, then backs off COVID vaccine mandate amid fresh outbreaks
Two of China's biggest cities enjoyed only about a month of relief before cases re-emerged, prompting tighter rules on testing and vaccination, but confusion over the latter.
Canada to throw out 13.6 million doses of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine
Officials say the doses expired "due to limited demand for the vaccine" domestically, and logistical challenges in donating them elsewhere.
Elmo talks about getting COVID vaccine; Ted Cruz has a problem with that
Cruz first thanked Sesame Street for showing a parent asking questions about the vaccine, but then turned his attention to Elmo.
FDA advisers recommend updating COVID booster shots for fall
Advisers to the U.S. government are recommending that COVID-19 booster shots used this fall be modified to better match more recent variants of the coronavirus.
Thousands of unvaccinated National Guard soldiers risk dismissal
The percentage of Army National Guard members who are vaccinated is the lowest among the U.S. military.
COVID-19 vaccines saved nearly 20 million lives in a year, study says
The researchers say 600,000 more deaths could have been prevented if vaccine roll-out had been more ubiquitous.
CDC now also recommends Moderna's COVID vaccine for adolescents
Moderna's request had been stalled for months as regulators studied whether it posed a higher risk of rare heart inflammation side effects.
Many parents still reluctant to vaccinate kids
Doctors around the U.S. are now administering the first COVID-19 shots to infants, toddlers and preschoolers, but many parents say they won't vaccinate their kids. Dr. Jay Varma, the director of the Cornell Center for Pandemic Prevention and Response, joins Jamie Yuccas on CBS News to discuss what parents need to know.
COVID vaccines for young kids are here. What parents need to know.
A new feature on vaccines.gov lets parents search for locations offering the shots for children.
Moderna CEO says new COVID-19 vaccine will be ready by August
Data shows the booster is highly effective against the virus' Omicron variant, according to the drugmaker
Scientists probe Japan's remarkable COVID success in hunt for new vaccine
While many factors likely boosted Japan's COVID resilience, researchers say a possible cellular-level advantage could help them create a new weapon against the virus.
COVID-19 vaccine FAQ: Answers to your most common questions
Who should get the vaccine? Are there side effects? What about boosters? Here's everything you need to know.
COVID vaccinations begin for kids under 5
The FDA and CDC have authorized COVID-19 vaccines for kids as young as 6 months old. President Biden and first lady Jill Biden are expected to tour a D.C. vaccine clinic to highlight the safety and effectiveness of the vaccines. Dr. Susannah Hills, a pediatric airway surgeon and assistant professor of ENT at Columbia University, joined CBS News' John Dickerson to discuss.
Doctor encourages getting kids vaccinated
The CDC is recommending Pfizer and Moderna's COVID-19 vaccines for kids as young as 6 months old. Dr. Jerry Abraham joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Tony Dokoupil to discuss why it's important for children to get the shot.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 19, 2022
White House Director of the National Economic Council Brian Deese, Dr. Scott Gottlieb, Rep. Zoe Lofgren and more appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" this Sunday.
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Ally of DOJ pardon attorney seeks to join board of Trump's $1.7+ billion fund
In his application letter, attorney Mike Howell proposed organizing a national gathering of "thousands of victims of weaponization," including those involved in the Capitol riot.
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Trump says Netanyahu will do "whatever I want him to do" on Iran
Asked what he said to Israel's leader about a decision to hold off on new Iran strikes, Trump said Netanyahu will "do whatever I want him to do."
Detroit-bound flight diverted over passenger from Congo amid Ebola restrictions
An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit, Michigan, was forced to divert to Montreal, Canada, on Wednesday due to U.S. flight restrictions linked to the Ebola outbreak.
Daycare owner charged with fraud tried to flee U.S. after closing center, prosecutors say
New fraud charges were unsealed Wednesday against a Minnesota daycare owner who federal prosecutors allege tried to flee the country just two days after shutting the center down.
Is Trump's $1.7+ billion "anti-weaponization fund" legal? Experts weigh in.
The new fund to provide payouts to those who say the legal system was "weaponized" against them raised immediate questions about its legality, implementation and enforcement.
Ex-prosecutor allegedly stole secret report on Trump, named file "Bundt Cake Recipe"
A former federal prosecutor was charged this week with emailing herself a report on the Justice Department's investigation into President Trump that a judge had kept under lock and key, under the file name "Bundt_Cake_Recipe.pdf."
Texas Dem under fire for saying she'd make ICE jail "prison for American Zionists"
A Democratic House candidate in Texas is facing widespread condemnation and accusations of antisemitism from her own party.
DOJ veterans fear probe into ex-CIA director is being stacked with Trump loyalists
Former CIA Director John Brennan is the subject of two criminal probes being led by the Miami-area U.S. Attorney's Office.
DHS to tighten Ebola-related flight restrictions for some foreign travelers
The Department of Homeland Security is set to implement new entry restrictions beginning Thursday for foreign travelers coming to the U.S. from countries at the center of the latest Ebola outbreak.
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Colbert hosts "The Late Show" one last time tonight as franchise ends
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
Is Trump's $1.7+ billion "anti-weaponization fund" legal? Experts weigh in.
The new fund to provide payouts to those who say the legal system was "weaponized" against them raised immediate questions about its legality, implementation and enforcement.
World Cup expected to generate more in sports bets than the Super Bowl
Americans are expected to wager more than $3 billion amid the expansion of legalized sports betting in the U.S.
These are retirees' 5 biggest financial fears
Retirees say inflation, health care costs and market volatility are threatening their financial security.
Detroit-bound flight diverted over passenger from Congo amid Ebola restrictions
An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit was forced to divert to Montreal due to U.S. flight restrictions linked to the Ebola outbreak.
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World Cup expected to generate more in sports bets than the Super Bowl
Americans are expected to wager more than $3 billion amid the expansion of legalized sports betting in the U.S.
These are retirees' 5 biggest financial fears
Retirees say inflation, health care costs and market volatility are threatening their financial security.
SpaceX files for IPO as rocket company preps for market debut
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
Highest gas prices in years expected to continue rising this summer
U.S. motorists are likely to face even hotter gas prices as the summer driving season kicks off, according to a new analysis.
What sagging bond prices are telling us about the U.S. economy
U.S. government bonds are sagging as investors fret that hotter inflation will keep interest rate cuts on hold.
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Is Trump's $1.7+ billion "anti-weaponization fund" legal? Experts weigh in.
The new fund to provide payouts to those who say the legal system was "weaponized" against them raised immediate questions about its legality, implementation and enforcement.
State Democratic Party censures governor after he commutes Tina Peters' sentence
The central committee of the Colorado Democratic Party on Wednesday voted 89.8% in favor of a measure to censure Gov. Jared Polis.
Texas Dem under fire for saying she'd make ICE jail "prison for American Zionists"
A Democratic House candidate in Texas is facing widespread condemnation and accusations of antisemitism from her own party.
DHS to tighten Ebola-related flight restrictions for some foreign travelers
The Department of Homeland Security is set to implement new entry restrictions beginning Thursday for foreign travelers coming to the U.S. from countries at the center of the latest Ebola outbreak.
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Ally of DOJ pardon attorney seeks to join board of Trump's $1.7+ billion fund
In his application letter, attorney Mike Howell proposed organizing a national gathering of "thousands of victims of weaponization," including those involved in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
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Vanessa Trump announces cancer diagnosis
Vanessa Trump announced on Instagram that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is working with her doctors on a treatment plan.
Noah Wyle's push to help healthcare workers
Noah Wyle, who stars in HBO's "The Pitt," joins "CBS Mornings" with Dr. Elisabeth Potter to discuss their push to improve mental health and quality of life for healthcare workers.
Deadly measles outbreak in Bangladesh fuels concern over risks for U.S.
A CBS News medical correspondent and doctor says her "biggest concern for the World Cup is actually measles. It's not hantavirus, it is not Ebola."
WHO says Ebola risks high for region, but not a "pandemic emergency"
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says risks from the Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda are "high at the national and regional levels, and low at the global level."
Cheaper, alternative health plans are having a moment, but critics urge caution
Congress' decision not to extend enhanced marketplace tax credits has boosted the appeal of alternative health coverage with lower monthly premiums.
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Detroit-bound flight diverted over passenger from Congo amid Ebola restrictions
An Air France flight from Paris to Detroit was forced to divert to Montreal due to U.S. flight restrictions linked to the Ebola outbreak.
U.S. intel community analyzing how Cuba might respond to military action
These kinds of intelligence forecasts attempt not only to show the immediate consequences of an American action, but the chain of reactions that may follow.
Spy plane "dangerously intercepted" by Russian jets over Black Sea
The Russian jets intercepted the U.K. aircraft with one jet flying as close as 19 feet to the British plane's nose, officials said.
U.S. indicts Cuba's Raúl Castro for murder over downing of planes in 1996
Former Cuban leader Raúl Castro was indicted by a U.S. grand jury in connection with the Cuban military's fatal downing of two planes in 1996 — an escalation in the U.S. pressure campaign against the Cuban government.
Netanyahu rebukes Israeli minister for treatment of Gaza flotilla activists
Italy and France have summoned the Israeli ambassadors in their respective capitals after Itamar Ben-Gvir, his national security minister, posted the video.
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Colbert hosts "The Late Show" one last time tonight as franchise ends
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert is marking the end of an iconic late-night franchise on CBS.
Byron Allen on "Comics Unleashed" as it moves to new time slot on CBS
Comedian and media mogul Byron Allen brings "Comics Unleashed" to CBS's late night slot, replacing "The Late Show With Stephen Colbert."
From 1993: Letterman on "The Late Show" launch
Ahead of the premiere of "The Late Show" in August 1993, host David Letterman sat down with "CBS This Morning" to discuss his break from his previous late night show, what viewers could expect from his CBS debut and more.
Byron Allen on filling CBS' late night slot
Comedian and media mogul Byron Allen sits down with "CBS Mornings" to discuss his show "Comics Unleashed" and its transition into the CBS late night spot.
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Michelle Monaghan on getting quality sleep
Actress Michelle Monaghan joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about her 24-hour wellness cycle and why it's important to get quality sleep and consistent energy. (Sponsored by Natrol)
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What Nvidia's Q1 earnings say about AI race
Cementing its status as the world's most valuable company, Nvidia reported record revenue in its latest earnings report. Britney Nguyen, Nvidia and chips reporter at MarketWatch, joins with analysis.
Google announces AI-focused search bar revamp
Artificial intelligence is prompting Google to change its iconic search bar for the first time in more than 25 years. Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
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.
Concern ramps up over the use of AI in combat
The Defense Department says it wants to be "AI-first," but some service members are concerned about how quickly the technology is developing. Chris Livesay reports.
Privacy concerns grow over AI, phone numbers
Privacy concerns about artificial intelligence are growing after people discovered that chatbots are sharing their real phone numbers. Eileen Guo, investigative tech reporter for MIT Technology Review, joins to discuss.
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2 humpback whales swam record-breaking distance, photos reveal
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Live chicks hatched from artificial eggshell, biotech company says
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
El Niño could bring "double whammy" of high tide flooding, NOAA warns
The upcoming El Niño could trigger frequent and widespread flooding in coastal areas around the United States, even when storms aren't actively taking place, scientists warn.
New dinosaur weighing as much as 9 elephants identified by scientists
The long-necked herbivore is the largest ever found in Southeast Asia, researchers said.
How a growing El Niño will affect 2026 hurricane season in Atlantic, Pacific
The last time an El Niño pattern occurred was in 2023, when the Eastern Pacific hurricane season produced 20 tropical systems.
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Daycare owner charged with fraud tried to flee U.S. after closing center, prosecutors say
New fraud charges were unsealed Wednesday against a Minnesota daycare owner who federal prosecutors allege tried to flee the country just two days after shutting the center down.
TikTok star accused of murder-for-hire plot
A social media influencer and her father are accused of plotting to kill her famous singer ex, amid a bitter years-long custody dispute, court documents show. Jonathan Vigliotti is following the case.
Watch: Blanche announces Raúl Castro indictment
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced murder and conspiracy charges Wednesday against former Cuban leader Raúl Castro and five others over the downing of two planes in 1996.
Man jailed over Kirk post wins settlement
Larry Bushart, who spent 37 days in jail over his Facebook post about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, will get $835,000 to settle a lawsuit against Tennessee officials. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
More details on Mango founder's son
Court records reveal more details about the Mango founder's son, Jonathan Andic, who was arrested Tuesday in connection to his father's 2024 death. Leigh Kiniry reports.
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New version of Starship rocket ready for critical test flight
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
SpaceX launches cargo ship to International Space Station
The International Space Station-bound SpaceX Cargo Dragon is loaded with 6,500 pounds of needed equipment, research gear and crew supplies.
NASA maps show Earth's brightest and darkest regions at night
Researchers expected to find "a gradual increase in artificial light at night," but instead saw "much more nuanced patterns," NASA said.
NASA spacecraft to fly past Mars on voyage to rare metal asteroid
NASA's Psyche spacecraft will slingshot past Mars on Friday, on its way toward a rare metal-rich asteroid.
UFO files reveal astronauts saw mysterious objects and lights in 1972
NASA's Apollo 17 crew reported seeing three mysterious dots and sparks that resembled fireworks, according to new files released by the Pentagon.
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A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
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Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
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Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
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Who is Alix Tichelman?
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Why Harvard is limiting number of "A" grades
In a historic move, Harvard University faculty members have voted to limit the number of "A" grades given to undergraduates to curb rising grade inflation. Axios Boston reporter Mike Deehan joins "The Daily Report" with more.
Target Q1 earnings beat expectations
Home Depot, Target, Lowes and TJ Maxx all beat expectations with their first quarter earnings and revenue reported on Wednesday. Target had their strongest gains in years. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
Raúl Castro indictment's significance
President Trump said he does not think there will be any additional escalation following the Justice Department's indictment of former Cuban leader Raúl Castro. CBS News national correspondent Lilia Luciano breaks down the situation.
Jan. 6 officers suing to block Trump fund
Metropolitan Police officer Daniel Hodges is one of two law enforcement officers who defended the Capitol during the Jan. 6 riots and is suing to block the Trump administration's nearly $1.8 billion so-called "anti-weaponization" fund. He joins "The Daily Report" to discuss why.
5/20: The Takeout with Major Garrett
Breaking down Tuesday's primaries as another Republican who broke with Trump falters; U.S. indicts Raúl Castro.