U.S. doubling and accelerating order of Pfizer antiviral pills
President Biden announced the increase and acceleration of the order on Tuesday.
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Twin TV stars die after contracting COVID-19
Twin French TV stars Igor and Grichka Bogdanoff, who were known for hosting a science-fiction-and-fact show in the 1980s, died at the age of 72 after contracting COVID-19. They were not vaccinated against the coronavirus, and friends said the pair believed their healthy lifestyle would protect them, according to BBC News. Vladimir Duthiers has more.
FDA approves booster shots for some kids
The Food and Drug Administration has authorized booster shots for kids ages 12 to 15 and immunocompromised children ages 5 to 11, in response to the Omicron variant, which is driving a surge of COVID-19 infections in the U.S. Dr. Dyan Hes, founder of Gramercy Pediatrics, joins CBSN to discuss the latest coronavirus headlines.
Starbucks to require U.S. workers get COVID-19 vaccine or tests
Citing Omicron variant, coffee chain says getting inoculated is the "best option" for containing the virus.
COVID testing confusion
Epidemiologist and chief science officer at eMed, Dr. Michael Mina, joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the confusion over the CDC's COVID isolation guidelines and why he says at-home antigen tests are reliable.
Analysis of 2022's geopolitical "top risks"
Eurasia Group's president and founder Ian Bremmer joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his annual list of top geopolitical risks the world faces this year. Risks include: China's COVID-19 policy, U.S.-Russia relations, the U.S. midterm election and more.
Pediatric COVID hospitalizations rising
Pediatric COVID-19 hospitalizations are rising nationwide. Omar Villafranca visited a medical center in Texas that is seeing a big increase.
Pfizer's COVID-19 booster authorized for kids as young as 12
Millions of Americans as young as 12 could soon be able to get a booster shot of a COVID-19 vaccine after the FDA authorized third doses of Pfizer-BioNTech's shot for that age group. CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver reports on the latest step by the agency. Then, Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis, an infectious disease physician at John Cochran VA Medical Center and the Director of Health for the city of St. Louis, joins Nancy Cordes on CBSN with her analysis.
Millions return to school despite COVID surge
Despite surging COVID cases, millions of children returned to school after the holidays. Meanwhile on Monday, the FDA announced children as young as 12 can get a booster shot of the Pfizer vaccine, but it comes as more children are being hospitalized. Meg Oliver reports.
Winter storm and COVID surge cause travel chaos
Thousands of flights have been canceled due to COVID-related staff shortages and severe winter storms in recent days. Errol Barnett has the latest.
U.S. battles uptick in COVID cases as Omicron spreads
The FDA has authorized Pfizer booster shots for a select group of children. Vanderbilt University Medical Center professor Dr. William Schaffner joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest U.S. efforts to combat COVID-19 and the Omicron variant.
FDA expands access to Pfizer booster
The FDA authorized Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine booster shot for children between the ages of 12 and 15. The CDC is expected to rule on the decision later this week. It comes as Omicron cases surge nationwide and millions of kids return to school following the holidays. CBS News' Wendy Gillette reports, and then Professor Jodie Guest, vice chair of the Department of Epidemiology at the Rollins School of Public Health at Emory University, joins CBSN to discuss the latest in the fight against COVID-19.
FDA authorizes booster for ages 12 to 15
As COVID-19 cases surge across the U.S. the FDA has authorized Pfizer booster shots for children ages 12 to 15. CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver reports on how schools are proceeding with their return to class. Then Dr. Rajeev Fernando, who specializes in global infectious diseases, joins CBSN to discuss the latest on the pandemic.
Japan turns to robot pets to combat loneliness
Japan has long had a reputation for being robot-obsessed. It is now, in increasing numbers, turning to so-called "companion robots," AI-packed androids that exist simply to make us happy — or less lonely in COVID times. Lucy Craft spoke to the inventors and people ready to embrace "man's best robot friend."
Fast-growing Omicron wave could hit India hard
While its caseload is a fraction of what the U.S. is seeing, India has only vaccinated 63% of its adults, children just started getting jabs this week, and nobody has had a booster shot yet.
More U.S. flights grounded after some 5,000 weekend cancellations
Carriers blame bad weather and COVID-caused crew shortages for frustrating holiday travelers' trips home.
Gottlieb says Omicron appears to be a "milder strain" of COVID-19, but pediatric danger remains
Gottlieb also noted that places that have been hard hit early by Omicron are as soon as "two weeks away from peaking, but the rest of the country probably faces a hard month ahead of us."
Air travel issues continue in the U.S.
As winter weather pummels parts of the country and coronavirus cases surge, air travelers across the U.S. are still trying to get home from their holiday trips. CBS News transportation correspondent Errol Barnett joins CBSN AM with the latest.
WorldView: Europe imposes new COVID measures
Many European nations are starting off the new year with new COVID-19 measures in place, as the Omicron variant drives the number of cases up. Meanwhile, Sudan's Prime Minister Abdalla Hamdok has resigned after mass protests against a recent deal he made to share power with the army. Ian Lee reports for CBSN AM on these and other international stories.
Dr. David Agus talks Omicron spread
Average daily COVID-19 cases hit a new record high in the U.S., topping 300,000 last week. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the latest on the Omicron variant, CDC isolation guidelines and coronavirus vaccine boosters for kids ages 12 to 15.
Kids return to school despite Omicron surge
Most school districts are starting school in-person Monday despite surging COVID-19 cases across the U.S. Meanwhile, teachers' unions are pushing for virtual learning. Meg Oliver reports.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin tests positive for COVID-19
Austin said that his last in-person meeting with President Biden was on December 21, and that he tested negative that morning.
Schools nationwide struggle with COVID surge
While more than 2,000 K-12 schools have already closed or moved to remote learning, millions of kids are still heading back to class on Monday, as America's major school systems learn to deal with the uncertainty of the pandemic. Tom Hanson reports.
Judge strikes down president's vaccine mandate
A federal judge has ruled that President Joe Biden cannot require teachers in the federal Head Start early education program to be vaccinated against COVID. Meanwhile, the Omicron variant surges through America, as daily cases surpass 386,000.
Holiday air travel up 184% last year from 2020
The rush to return home is turning into a nightmare as millions of Americans try to navigate full freeways and jam-packed airports, compounded with bad weather and Omicron-fueled staff shortages.
Trump-Harris polls show ties in battleground states
Going into the final weekend before the 2024 U.S. presidential election, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are crisscrossing the battleground states.
Jury convicts ex-Kentucky officer of using excessive force in Breonna Taylor raid
The 12-member jury returned the late night verdict after clearing Brett Hankison earlier in the evening on a charge that he used excessive force on Taylor's neighbors.
Trump: See how Cheney feels "when the guns are trained on her face"
Former President Donald Trump went after former GOP Rep. Liz Cheney of Wyoming during a campaign event with conservative personality Tucker Carlson.
Family of mom who died after delayed abortion care says death was preventable
CBS News' Jericka Duncan spoke to Amber Thurman's family and the ProPublica reporter whose investigation found doctors waited 19 hours before performing surgery on Thurman.
In Elon Musk's "election integrity" community on X, false claims proliferate
Elon Musk is encouraging X users to report instances of voter fraud in a new group on the platform. Many of the posts are unsubstantiated or false.
See how Trump and Harris' stances on military support compare
There are similarities between Trump and Biden on long-term armed forces strategy, but the 2024 election shows stark differences in Harris and Trump's view of the military's role.
Mideast conflict has some Democrats in Michigan turning away from Harris
The Israel-Hamas war is a major vulnerability for Vice President Kamala Harris, with some uncommitted Democratic voters considering leaving the presidential box on their ballots blank.
IRS increases pension and retirement plan contribution limits for 2025
2025 contribution limit for 401(k) plans is $23,500, up from $23,000 in 2024. IRA contribution limit remains $7,000.
Maui surfer loses part of leg in shark attack, officials say
The man, 61, was surfing off Waiehu Beach Park when a shark bit him. Witnesses told CBS affiliate Hawaii News Now that other surfers helped him swim back to shore.
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Maui surfer loses part of leg in shark attack, officials say
The man, 61, was surfing off Waiehu Beach Park when a shark bit him. Witnesses told CBS affiliate Hawaii News Now that other surfers helped him swim back to shore.
See how Trump and Harris' stances on military support compare
There are similarities between Trump and Biden on long-term armed forces strategy, but the 2024 election shows stark differences in Harris and Trump's view of the military's role.
Jury convicts ex-Kentucky officer of using excessive force in Breonna Taylor raid
The 12-member jury returned the late night verdict after clearing Brett Hankison earlier in the evening on a charge that he used excessive force on Taylor's neighbors.
South Carolina executes Richard Moore despite appeals for mercy
Richard Moore was put to death by lethal injection Friday for the 1999 fatal shooting of a convenience store clerk.
Supreme Court won't block counting of certain provisional ballots in Pennsylvania
The order means that election officials must tally provisional ballots submitted on Election Day by voters who returned defective mail ballots.
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MrBeast fires workers, but probe finds no proof of sexual misconduct
Online video production company says it fired as many as 10 employees after an investigation into its workplace culture.
Wendy's to close 140 more restaurants by end of year
Wendy's plans to close 140 U.S. restaurants before the end of this year on top of the 100 it said it would close in May.
IRS increases pension and retirement plan contribution limits for 2025
2025 contribution limit for 401(k) plans is $23,500, up from $23,000 in 2024. IRA contribution limit remains $7,000.
Here's how much Tim Walz is worth. It's less than you might think.
Tim Walz, Kamala Harris' vice presidential running mate, earns six figures as governor of Minnesota. But his overall wealth is far more modest.
Here's how much JD Vance is worth, from his bitcoin to real estate
JD Vance, former President Trump's running mate, has come a long way from his hardscrabble childhood of "Hillbilly Elegy."
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See how Trump and Harris' stances on military support compare
There are similarities between Trump and Biden on long-term armed forces strategy, but the 2024 election shows stark differences in Harris and Trump's view of the military's role.
Mideast conflict has some Democrats in Michigan turning away from Harris
The Israel-Hamas war is a major vulnerability for Vice President Kamala Harris, with some uncommitted Democratic voters considering leaving the presidential box on their ballots blank.
Supreme Court won't block counting of certain provisional ballots in Pennsylvania
The order means that election officials must tally provisional ballots submitted on Election Day by voters who returned defective mail ballots.
Illegal border crossings remain low amid concerns that election could end lull
The last time monthly apprehensions were lower than the levels seen in the past four months was four years ago, in September 2020.
Harris campaign pounces on Trump rally " garbage" remarks in push for Latino vote
Harris' campaign believes that rhetoric is helping boost Harris with late-breaking battleground voters — by double digits.
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Serial sperm donors capitalize on lack of regulation, creating risks
Some people conceived by sperm donors are pushing for regulation, citing the risks to society caused by extremely prolific donors.
Do I have COVID, the flu or something else? 2024 symptoms to know.
But what kind of sickness do your symptoms point to? Here's a breakdown for COVID-19, flu and more — and why testing is so important.
Voters in 3 red states cast ballots on paid sick leave
The coronavirus pandemic underscored the importance of paid sick leave, a benefit to help workers and their families when they fall ill. Now voters in Missouri, Nebraska and Alaska are deciding whether employers must provide it.
Family of grandfather who died after eating Quarter Pounders is heartbroken
There has been one death in a severe E. coli outbreak that affected dozens of people. That victim lived in Grand Junction, and his family there says they have not filed a lawsuit against McDonald's or anyone involved.
Tumblers sold at Wawa stores recalled after reports of cuts
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
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Mideast conflict has some Democrats in Michigan turning away from Harris
The Israel-Hamas war is a major vulnerability for Vice President Kamala Harris, with some uncommitted Democratic voters considering leaving the presidential box on their ballots blank.
Serial sperm donors capitalize on lack of regulation, creating risks
Some people conceived by sperm donors are pushing for regulation, citing the risks to society caused by extremely prolific donors.
Andy Warhol pieces stolen and damaged in "amateurish" gallery heist
Two of Pop Art pioneer Andy Warhol's four "Reigning Queens" were taken from an Amsterdam gallery in a heist described by the owner as "amateurish."
Maps, satellite images reveal Spain flood impact as death toll hits 205
"Entire houses have disappeared," says a local mayor in Spain's flood-battered Valencia region. "We don't know if there were people inside."
At least 8 killed in roof collapse at train station in Serbia
Emergency teams were dispatched to the downtown station and bulldozers were removing the debris looking for survivors.
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Revisiting the rise of super-sized portions
In today's "Mornings Memory," we look back at a 1993 CBS report on America's growing appetite for large portions and bulk buying—a trend that now feels as classic as apple pie.
Tickets vanish from Ticketmaster accounts
Ticketmaster accounts are being hacked and the tickets resold on other sites in the final leg of the Taylor Swift concert tour. Ticketmaster won't say how many people are impacted.
Rapper Young Thug pleads guilty to gang, drug and gun charges
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Charli XCX to host "Saturday Night Live" for the first time
Charli XCX has been tapped to work a double shift on "Saturday Night Live" next month — playing host and musical guest in the same evening.
Megan Thee Stallion sues blogger over "defamatory falsehoods"
The lawsuit claims popular content creator Milagro Gramz caused Megan Thee Stallion emotional distress by cyberstalking and questioning if the Grammy winner was actually shot.
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Officials sound alarm over fake election videos
Three top government agencies are calling out two fabricated videos spreading lies about early voting, and they say a familiar foe is to blame. Nicole Sganga has more.
In Elon Musk's "election integrity" community on X, false claims proliferate
Elon Musk is encouraging X users to report instances of voter fraud in a new group on the platform. Many of the posts are unsubstantiated or false.
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.
Reddit stock price soars after social media player reports rare profit
Reddit's stock leaps nearly 40% after the social media company reported a quarterly profit amid strong user growth.
Report probes phone companies over robocalls
While scam phone calls have slightly decreased in the last three years, scam texts have tripled. A consumer report found that phone companies need to do more to prevent robocalls and texts for customers. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen has more.
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How 2024 races may affect U.S. climate policy
The presidential race and high-profile congressional contests may be dominating election coverage and fundraising, but many local and state elections are poised to affect the nation's progress on climate action and the shift toward clean energy. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff has more.
Halloween weather breaks records
East Coast and southern U.S. states experienced high temperatures this Halloween, with the heat forecast set to break records. CBS News 24/7 anchor Lana Zak reports on the weather and how New Yorkers celebrated the festivities.
New research on climate and extreme weather
A new report from the World Weather Attribution group has found that the 10 deadliest weather events of the last 20 years were intensified by manmade climate change. CBS News climate correspondent David Schecter has more.
The Climate Election: Transportation, explained
Transportation is a lifeline, but experts say it's aging, underfunded and unable to withstand more frequent and intense extreme weather events. And if changes aren't made quickly, the EPA says the costs will be "steep," with hundreds of billions of dollars of damage every year.
The Climate Election: Disaster recovery
Hurricane Helene is one of the deadliest hurricanes to make landfall in the mainland U.S. For many places across Florida, Tennessee and the Carolinas, recovery could take months or even years — and the next president will play a vital role in what that process looks like when they take office in three months. Here's what to know about Project 2025, former President Donald Trump's and Vice President Kamala Harris' stances on extreme weather, disaster recovery, and the root of the increasing frequency and power of storms — climate change.
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Witnesses recall Orlando Halloween shooting
Halloween took a horrific turn in Orlando, Florida, when gunshots rang out during a large celebration overnight. Two people were killed and at least eight were injured. Police have arrested a suspect. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest developments.
Deadly Orlando mass shooting
A 17-year-old suspect could be charged as an adult after allegedly shooting at least eight people in downtown Orlando as Halloween celebrations continued into early Friday morning. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Deadly Halloween events shootings in U.S.
Officials say at least two people were killed in downtown Orlando, Florida, during shootings on Halloween night. In Northglenn, Colorado, multiple people were shot during a house party and several victims have died. CBS News Colorado's Michael Abeyta reports. Also, in Vancouver, Washington, three were reportedly injured during a mall shooting.
Daniel Penny trial on Jordan Neely death
Opening statements began in Daniel Penny's trial for Jordan Neely's chokehold death during a 2023 New York City subway incident. Prosecutors allege Penny's reckless actions led to Neely's death. Penny's defense may offer other potential reasons for Penny's death. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.
Wife of missionary killed in Angola arrested in connection to his death, church says
The wife of a Minnesota missionary who was killed in Angola has been arrested in connection with his death, according to his church.
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"Halloween comet" disintegrates after flying close to the sun, video shows
NASA confirmed its sun-observing spacecraft captured the moment when the comet Atlas broke into chunks this week as it passed close to the sun.
Chinese space station gets new crew
A Chinese spacecraft carrying a three-person crew, including the country's first female space engineer, has successfully docked with China's orbiting space station. The launch comes as Beijing works to expand its space exploration and put a person on the moon by 2030.
China's space station gets new crew as Beijing advances Xi's "space dream"
A new crew of three Chinese astronauts, including the country's only woman spaceflight engineer, entered the Tiangong space station following an early morning launch into orbit.
SpaceX Dragon crew taken to medical facility
NASA says three NASA astronauts and one Russian cosmonaut were taken to a medical facility for additional evaluation after splashing down to Earth Friday morning in the SpaceX Dragon Capsule. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the mission.
SpaceX Dragon Capsule splashes down
Three NASA astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut returned to Earth early Friday in the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule Endeavour, capping a record-setting 235-day mission to the International Space Station. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood has more.
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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.
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?
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.
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From the archives: British PM Margaret Thatcher joins Face the Nation
In the midst of the Iran-Contra hearings on Capitol Hill, British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher joined Face the Nation in July of 1987. Moderator Lesley Stahl asked the prime minister about how the scandal had impacted U.S. relations with other countries across the world.
Dogs spread autumn joy by jumping in leaf piles
In our increasingly outraged America, even the lowly leaf is subject to controversy, with folks upset about the raking and the bagging and mad about the blowing and the scooping. But there is at least one place left in America where pure autumn joy can still be found. Steve Hartman goes "On the Road" to Freeport, Maine, where a family's dogs are over the moon to simply be jumping in piles of leaves.
Why some Michigan Democrats voting "uncommitted"
With Election Day fast approaching, the U.S. is making a final diplomatic push to stop the war in Gaza, along with the cross-border fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. As Shanelle Kaul reports, the violence in the Middle East is pushing a key demo of voters in battleground Michigan to vote uncommitted at the top of the ticket.
Witnesses recall Orlando Halloween shooting
Halloween took a horrific turn in Orlando, Florida, when gunshots rang out during a large celebration overnight. Two people were killed and at least eight were injured. Police have arrested a suspect. Manuel Bojorquez has the latest developments.
Officials sound alarm over fake election videos
Three top government agencies are calling out two fabricated videos spreading lies about early voting, and they say a familiar foe is to blame. Nicole Sganga has more.