J&J says COVID booster increases protection
Johnson & Johnson said a second dose of its one-shot COVID vaccine offers stronger protection against the disease. Mark Strassmann has the latest.
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Pfizer finds vaccine safe and effective for young kids
Pfizer said its COVID vaccine is safe and effective at a lower dose for children 5 to 11 years old. The company is hoping the shots will be available by the end of October. Mola Lenghi reports.
Frequently asked questions about COVID-19 and kids
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Debate over COVID booster shots continue
The debate over the necessity of COVID-19 booster shots is becoming yet another point of contention in public health discourse. Meanwhile, there are signs of hope as the U.S. reported two straight weeks of decline in new infections. Anthony Pura reports.
Gottlieb says COVID origins may never be known
Dr. Scott Gottlieb discusses the need for intelligence gathering to spot future pandemics in an exclusive interview airing Sunday on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan." The former FDA commissioner also talks about his upcoming book: "Uncontrolled Spread: Why COVID-19 Crushed Us and How We Can Defeat the Next Pandemic."
FDA hampers Biden’s COVID booster plan
Prior to the FDA's announcement Friday that a COVID-19 booster shot is only recommended for some Americans, President Biden planned to begin offering booster shots to the general public as soon as next week. Nancy Cordes has more on how Mr. Biden has softened his position.
What the FDA's Pfizer booster decision means
Amid confusion about whether COVID-19 booster shots are necessary, Dr. Jon LaPook explains what the FDA’s decision on the Pfizer booster shot means and who should be getting them.
FDA panel approves Pfizer boosters for some
President Biden’s plan to give booster shots to most Americans was rejected by an FDA advisory panel just days before its rollout. The panel did, however, endorse a Pfizer booster shot for older Americans or those at risk of serious disease. Jonathan Vigliotti has the latest.
Gottlieb on how CDC handled the COVID pandemic
Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb tells "Face The Nation" that the CDC wasn't prepared for a crisis like COVID and "should have raised their hand and said, 'We really don't have this.'"
Gottlieb says U.S. is prepared for boosters
Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb tells "Face The Nation" that "there's not going to be a delay" in distributing booster shots because the Biden administration took early steps to prepare.
1 in 500 Americans have died from COVID-19
The pandemic continues to devastate the U.S., as 1 in 500 Americans have died from COVID-19, according to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data. Meanwhile, the country is pushing its vaccination efforts amid talks of implementing possible booster shots. Urgent care nurse practitioner Justin Gill joined CBSN to talk about the latest coronavirus news.
ICU's reaching dangerous capacity levels
We've hit a grave new milestone in the fight against COVID-19, one in 500 people in the U.S. has now died from the virus. The news comes as ICU beds around the country continue to fill fast with unvaccinated COVID patients, leaving little room for those with other health emergencies. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
FDA neutral on COVID boosters
The FDA is not yet taking a definitive stance on whether or not booster shots are needed to help protect people from coronavirus infections. A key advisory committee is set to meet to discuss authorizing an extra dose of Pfizer's vaccine in the coming days. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca reports from Tennessee, where first vaccine doses remain low. Then, Dr. Adam Brown, an emergency physician and the COVID-19 national task force chair at Envision Healthcare, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest on the pandemic.
Pfizer, Moderna call for COVID booster shots
Pfizer and Moderna are pushing for COVID-19 vaccine booster shots, but the Food and Drug Administration has yet to support a third dose. Many Americans still need to be convinced to get their first shot. Omar Villafranca has more.
COVID hospitalizations and deaths remain high
More than 280,000 COVID hospitalizations could have been prevented by vaccinations in recent months, according to a new study, which also found that hospitalizations among the unvaccinated cost more than $5 billion. Manuel Bojorquez has more.
NYC students return to in-person learning
Some parents are pushing back against New York City schools' plans to return to in-person learning Monday, since children under 12 are still ineligible for the COVID-19 vaccine. Meg Oliver spoke with officials and concerned parents from the largest district in the nation, which could serve as a model for other districts across the U.S. this fall.
Dr. David Agus on new COVID mutation
New data from CDC shows COVID vaccines to dramatically prevent death and serious hospitalization as the new Mu variant raises concerns. Dr. David Agus has more.
Texas pediatrician seeing "record numbers" of kids with COVID-19
Dr. James Versalovic, the interim pediatrician-in-chief at the Texas Children’s Hospital, says, "The reality is, we have seen a record number of children hospitalized during this Delta surge."
COVID cases, hospitalizations slowly decline
The U.S. is experiencing a slight decline in COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations after reporting a large number of deaths on Thursday — the most since February.
Biden responds to vaccine mandate criticism
President Biden is hitting back after Republican governors and lawmakers criticized him over new COVID-19 vaccine mandates. During a visit to a middle school in the nation's capital Friday, the president accused some GOP governors of being "cavalier" with the health of children and their communities. This comes as the Delta variant continues to fuel cases, hospitalizations and deaths in the U.S. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang reports on the president's COVID-19 action plan, then joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
GOP resists Biden’s COVID vaccine mandate
Republican leaders are pushing back against President Biden’s vaccine mandate. However, new research shows the unvaccinated are 11 times more likely to be hospitalized or die of COVID-19. Weijia Jiang reports.
Expert calls new vaccine mandates "essential"
The Biden administration is taking its toughest stance yet to get Americans vaccinated against COVID-19 with new sweeping vaccine mandates. CBS News' Skyler Henry reports from the White House on reactions to President Biden's strategy, and John Moore, a professor of microbiology and immunology at Weill Cornell Medical College, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss.
Biden announces COVID-19 vaccine mandates that will affect 100 million Americans
The Department of Labor is developing an emergency rule requiring vaccinations at workplaces with 100 or more employees.
Los Angeles mandates COVID vaccines for eligible students
Los Angeles, which has the second largest school district in the U.S., will mandate COVID vaccines for every student 12 and older. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Biden targets workers with new COVID vaccine mandate
President Biden is mandating COVID vaccines for federal employees and contractors — with no option to get tested instead. He is also requiring mandates for many employers. Weijia Jiang has the details and read more here.
What to know as Microsoft clients hit by massive global outages
Banks, airlines and other Microsoft clients grappled with global outages due to a CrowdStrike software issue.
Long COVID has affected millions. Here's what scientists now know.
Researchers have published more than 24,000 papers on long COVID — a constellation of health effects such as shortness of breath, fatigue, brain fog and heart failure that last months or years after the initial infection.
More Democrats join wave of lawmakers calling on Biden to drop out
More than two dozen House Democrats and four senators have now called on President Biden to end his reelection bid.
Russian court sentences U.S. reporter Evan Gershkovich to prison
The Wall Street Journal calls reporter Evan Gershkovich's conviction on spying charges in Russia "bogus," but it may clear the way for a prisoner swap.
What is the "blue screen of death," and how can you fix it?
The Microsoft outage on Friday caused many PCs to display an error message nicknamed the "blue screen of death."
Biden campaign won't "sugarcoat" state of 2024 race but denies Biden plans exit
Biden campaign manager Jen O'Malley Dillon denied reports the president is considering leaving 2024 presidential race against Trump.
Journalist ordered to pay $5,500 for mocking Italian leader's height
The judge ruled that two social media posts targeting Meloni by journalist Giulia Cortese amounted to "body shaming."
What is CrowdStrike, the company behind the global Microsoft outages?
The outages Friday were connected to "a defect found in a single content update for Windows hosts," CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz said in a statement.
Trump, Ukraine's Zelenskyy speak by phone
The call comes nearly five years after another phone conversation between the leaders triggered Trump's first impeachment.
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Man picking berries in Montana kills grizzly bear in self-defense
A 72-year-old man killed a grizzly bear in Flathead County, Montana after it attacked him while he was out picking berries.
Marine accused of using Nazi salute during the Capitol riot sentenced
A Marine accused of using a Nazi salute during the U.S. Capitol insurrection has been sentenced to almost five years in prison for assaulting police officers who were guarding the building.
Investors are putting their money on the "Trump trade."
Investors are sizing up which industries could benefit under a second Trump administration. But Wall Street preach caution, saying it's easy to get burned.
Microsoft outage shuts down Starbucks' mobile ordering app
Starbuck's mobile order ahead and pay features are down. Here's what the company is doing to restore them.
Biden's COVID symptoms have "improved meaningfully," doctor says
Mr. Biden indicated earlier Friday he could be back on the campaign trail within days.
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Investors are putting their money on the "Trump trade."
Investors are sizing up which industries could benefit under a second Trump administration. But Wall Street preach caution, saying it's easy to get burned.
Microsoft outage shuts down Starbucks' mobile ordering app
Starbuck's mobile order ahead and pay features are down. Here's what the company is doing to restore them.
What is the "blue screen of death," and how can you fix it?
The Microsoft outage on Friday caused many PCs to display an error message nicknamed the "blue screen of death."
How the rise of AI is straining the U.S. power grid
Experts say the increasing demand for energy in the U.S. is forecast to hit a record high this year.
What is CrowdStrike, the company behind the global Microsoft outages?
The outages Friday were connected to "a defect found in a single content update for Windows hosts," CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz said in a statement.
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Trump, Ukraine's Zelenskyy speak by phone
The call comes nearly five years after another phone conversation between the leaders triggered Trump's first impeachment.
Marine accused of using Nazi salute during the Capitol riot sentenced
A Marine accused of using a Nazi salute during the U.S. Capitol insurrection has been sentenced to almost five years in prison for assaulting police officers who were guarding the building.
Biden's COVID symptoms have "improved meaningfully," doctor says
Mr. Biden indicated earlier Friday he could be back on the campaign trail within days.
Biden campaign won't "sugarcoat" state of 2024 race but denies Biden plans exit
Biden campaign manager Jen O'Malley Dillon denied reports the president is considering leaving 2024 presidential race against Trump.
Secret Service chief to testify Monday about Trump shooting
The House Oversight Committee refused to push back the date of U.S. Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle's testimony.
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Long COVID has affected millions. Here's what scientists now know.
Researchers have published more than 24,000 papers on long COVID — a constellation of health effects such as shortness of breath, fatigue, brain fog and heart failure that last months or years after the initial infection.
Biden's COVID symptoms have "improved meaningfully," doctor says
Mr. Biden indicated earlier Friday he could be back on the campaign trail within days.
Isabella Strahan says she is cancer-free
"Great scans, everything was clear. Cancer-free,"19-year-old Isabella Strahan said after a battle with medulloblastoma, a malignant brain tumor.
At Trump's GOP Convention, there's little to be heard on health care
Republicans were once the party of Obamacare repeal and abortion opposition. They've said little about either issue in Milwaukee.
Recalled gummies contained illegal controlled substance, testing finds
The now-recalled Diamond Shruumz gummies had been sold legally, but testing found they contained an illegal controlled substance.
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Trump, Ukraine's Zelenskyy speak by phone
The call comes nearly five years after another phone conversation between the leaders triggered Trump's first impeachment.
What to know as Microsoft clients hit by massive global outages
What to know as banks, airlines and other Microsoft clients grapple with global outages due to a CrowdStrike software issue.
Journalist ordered to pay $5,500 for mocking Italian leader's height
The judge ruled that two social media posts targeting Meloni by journalist Giulia Cortese amounted to "body shaming."
At least 40 migrants dead after boat catches fire off Haiti
The boat, carrying more than 80 people, was en route to the Turks and Caicos Islands, officials said.
July's Buck Moon is almost here. Find out when and where to catch a glimpse.
The full moon, also known as the Thunder Moon, will last three days, peaking on Sunday morning.
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Glass Animals' Dave Bayley on songwriting
Glass Animals frontman Dave Bayley talks with Anthony Mason about his songwriting process for the band's new album, following up the hit song "Heat Waves" and becoming more confident as a writer.
Dave Bayley of Glass Animals on creative journey for new album
After the success of "Heat Waves," Dave Bayley opens up about his struggles and the creative process behind Glass Animals' new album, "I Love You So F***ing Much."
Glass Animals reflects on rise to fame
Glass Animals, famed for their hit "Heat Waves," recently released their latest album. Anthony Mason catches up with the band in London, revisiting the street where their success story started.
Top summer reads
Sarah Gelman, editorial director for Amazon Books, joins "CBS Mornings" with must-read book recommendations for the summer.
Shannen Doherty's divorce finalized one day before her death
Shannen Doherty had accused Kurt Iswarienko of prolonging the divorce so he didn't have to pay spousal support.
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What to know as Microsoft clients hit by massive global outages
What to know as banks, airlines and other Microsoft clients grapple with global outages due to a CrowdStrike software issue.
How do CrowdStrike, Microsoft move forward?
A global tech outage impacted millions on Friday after a faulty software update was sent from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike to Microsoft clients. CrowdStrike provides antivirus software to Microsoft for its Windows devices. Dan Ives, managing director and senior equity analyst for Wedbush Securities, joined CBS News to discuss the incident.
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.
What is the "blue screen of death," and how can you fix it?
The Microsoft outage on Friday caused many PCs to display an error message nicknamed the "blue screen of death."
What is CrowdStrike, the company behind the global Microsoft outages?
The outages Friday were connected to "a defect found in a single content update for Windows hosts," CrowdStrike CEO George Kurtz said in a statement.
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How AI impacts the climate
Experts say the surging demand for energy in the U.S. is forecast to hit record-highs both this year and next year, straining the country's aging power grid and creating more planet-warming emissions. Part of the demand is from a growing number of data centers across the nation and the rise of artificial intelligence.
Climate change is making days longer, according to new research
The melting of glaciers and polar ice sheets causes water to move closer to the equator, fattening the planet and slowing its rotation, according to a recent study.
Creature that washed up on New Zealand beach may be world's rarest whale
Spade-toothed whales are the world's rarest, with no live sightings ever recorded. Until, perhaps, now. One may have washed up onto a New Zealand beach.
5 human cases of bird flu in Colorado poultry workers, health officials report
Symptoms among the new bird flu cases included "fever, chills, coughing and sore throat/runny nose," alongside pink eye and eye tearing, a CDC spokesperson confirmed Monday.
James Webb Space Telescope captures galaxies merging
The image released Friday depicts two merging galaxies, nicknamed "the Penguin and the Egg," that are about 100,000 light years apart, a surprisingly close distance in astronomical terms.
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Alabama man accused of killing wife, 4 young kids is arrested
"It was just a horrific scene that even seasoned officers told me it is the worst thing they've ever seen," the sheriff said.
Major cocaine network — led by "The Professor" — busted in Europe
The drug ring would appeal to a witchdoctor "to receive his blessing and for the success of its cocaine transportation," police said.
Man gets 3 years in 2011 death of fiancée
John Carter was charged with two counts of murder in relation to the death of his fiancée Katelyn Markham.
Former Trump Org CFO Allen Weisselberg released from jail
Weisselberg was sentenced in April to five months in Rikers Island, in line with a plea agreement over his alleged perjury in a 2023 civil fraud case.
Oregon fugitive who escaped in 1994 found in Georgia with stolen identity
A man who authorities have described as a dangerous pedophile was arrested in Georgia, nearly 30 years after he fled an Oregon prison.
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NASA counting on SpaceX to dispose of space station when program ends
NASA says the Deorbit Vehicle will drive the lab to a controlled re-entry and breakup in 2030 to close out three decades of operation.
NASA beams Missy Elliott song to Venus
Rain already falls on Venus, but it took more than 14 minutes for Missy Elliott's The Rain (Supa Dupa Fly)" to reach the planet.
NASA celebrates Webb telescope anniversary
It has been two years since NASA's James Webb telescope gave us a stunning first look at the depth of our universe. To commemorate the achievement, NASA has released new images showing two distant galaxies interacting with each other. Jane Rigby, astrophysicist and a senior project scientist for the Webb telescope at NASA, joins CBS News to discuss.
James Webb Space Telescope captures galaxies merging
The image released Friday depicts two merging galaxies, nicknamed "the Penguin and the Egg," that are about 100,000 light years apart, a surprisingly close distance in astronomical terms.
FAA investigating SpaceX rocket failure
SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket suffered a catastrophic engine failure as it launched a batch of Starlink satellites into orbit Thursday night, the first time in nearly a decade the rocket has failed. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more on that and the latest images from the James Webb Space Telescope.
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Glass Animals' Dave Bayley on songwriting
Glass Animals frontman Dave Bayley talks with Anthony Mason about his songwriting process for the band's new album, following up the hit song "Heat Waves" and becoming more confident as a writer.
Trump joined by family onstage to end RNC
Former President Donald Trump was joined onstage by his wife Melania, his children and some of his grandchildren at the end of his speech at the Republican National Convention on Thursday. Red, white, blue and gold balloons fell from the ceiling as the Trump family stood before the crowd in Milwaukee at the conclusion of the event.
Marking 55 years since Apollo 11 moon landing
Saturday marks 55 years since Neil Armstrong first stepped foot on the moon as part of the Apollo 11 mission. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer at the Franklin Institute, joined CBS News to discuss the event's significance in history and space exploration.
Hospital official discusses treating Trump
New details are coming out about the assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump and the moments after the shooting when Trump was treated at a local Pennsylvania hospital. CBS News correspondent Charlie De Mar spoke with an official at that hospital and has more.
Video shows reclusive tribe searching for food on beach in the Amazon
Video shows dozens of members of the reclusive Mashco Piro tribe searching for food on a beach in the Peruvian Amazon. One advocacy group for Indigenous peoples says this is evidence that logging concessions are "dangerously close" to the tribe's territory, raising fears of conflict between logging workers and tribal members as well as potentially exposing dangerous diseases to the natives.