Study shows vaccines carry much lower risk of blood clots than COVID
Research by Oxford University suggests all major vaccines carry a similar risk of rare clots, and all seem to have much lower risk than infection with COVID-19.
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COVID cases surge as Johnson & Johnson vaccine paused
With a coronavirus variant spreading, hospitalizations are rising across the country, and infections are averaging about 70,000 a day. Lilia Luciano reports.
Gottlieb says FDA could lift J&J pause with restrictions, warnings
Dr. Scott Gottlieb, the former FDA commissioner, says the pause on the single-dose vaccine could be lifted with additional restrictions on who should receive it, and warnings about potential side effects.
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Ted Cruz called the Indiana primary "make or break" -- and he broke. Cruz dropped out of the presidential race shortly after Donald Trump was declared the winner; A St. Louis jury has awarded $55 million to a woman who said talc in Johnson & Johnson's baby powder gave her ovarian cancer. It's the second such verdict against the company in recent months.
Johnson & Johnson vows to appeal the ruling
Johnson & Johnson vows to appeal a multi-million-dollar legal ruling over its signature products. A jury awarded $55 million to an ovarian cancer survivor who says decades of talcum powder use made her sick. Vinita Nair reports on the second so-called "talcum trial" defeat for the company this year.
New study may shed light on COVID blood clots
Research from Oxford University in England has new data regarding the rate of blood clotting cases in COVID-19 patients and vaccine recipients. The study, which has not been peer-reviewed yet, shows that the particular blood clot which was studied is eight to ten times more common in people who experience a COVID-19 infection than in people who were inoculated. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to explain the latest development.
CDC panel adjourns without vote on extending J&J COVID vaccine pause
States are pausing use of J&J's COVID vaccine in light of rare, serious blood clots that may be linked to the shots.
Doctor discusses pause on use of Johnson & Johnson vaccine
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration say to stop administering Johnson & Johnson vaccines amid reports of six women who suffered from a rare blood clot days after receiving the company's vaccine. Dr. Dyan Hes, the founder of Gramercy Pediatrics in New York City, joins CBSN to discuss the latest on COVID-19.
CDC panel adjourns without voting on the J&J vaccine
The CDC says it needs more time to weigh the risks of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. An advisory panel met Wednesday but said it did not have enough information to make a decision, leaving a temporary pause on the vaccine in place. Dr. Amesh Adalja, an infectious disease expert and senior scholar at Johns Hopkins University's Bloomberg School of Public Health, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more on the fate of the J&J vaccine.
CDC panel to vote on vaccine "updated recommendations"
The CDC and FDA recommended a "pause" in use of the vaccine on Tuesday to review blood clot cases.
Johnson and Johnson vaccine on hold
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are preparing to hold an emergency meeting Tuesday to discuss the pause on the Johnson and Johnson vaccine, due to six cases of rare but severe blood clots. All 50 states have temporarily stopped use of these shots. CBS News' Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM with the latest.
Denmark is 1st European nation to shun AstraZeneca COVID vaccine
While other nations have limited their use by age group, Denmark has decided to completely abandon use of the Oxford-developed drug.
Fauci on what Johnson & Johnson vaccine reactions could mean for women
Fauci said the adverse reactions in six women could suggest that it's hormonal.
Doctor on Johnson & Johnson vaccine pause
Johnson & Johnson's single-dose COVID-19 vaccine is on pause due to reports of potentially rare deadly blood clots. Dr. Tara Narula joins "CBS This Morning" to answer questions about vaccine safety and what people should do if they have already received the Johnson & Johnson shot.
U.S. calls for pause on Johnson & Johnson vaccine
Federal health officials have asked states to pause administering the Johnson & Johnson vaccine in the U.S. after six women developed a rare blood clot. Jericka Duncan shares the latest.
How big of a concern is the J&J clotting issue?
The Biden administration says that pausing the distribution of Johnson & Johnson's coronavirus vaccine should not hamper the nation's ongoing vaccine efforts. As CBS News' Skyler Henry reports, the announcement comes as the U.S. calls to pause the distribution of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine after receiving reports that at least six women had suffered a rare blood-clotting disorder after getting their shot. Dr. Julie Morita, a former member of the Biden administration transition advisory board and the executive vice president of the Rober Wood Johnson Foundation, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the impact the pause could have on the nation's vaccine efforts.
FDA calls for halt on Johnson & Johnson vaccine
The CDC and FDA have issued a joint statement recommending a pause in the use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine in the United States. The agencies say they are reviewing six reported cases of a rare type of blood clot in people who have received the vaccine. Nearly 7 million doses have already been administered in the country.
Doctor weighs in on Johnson & Johnson pause
The CDC and FDA have issued a joint statement recommending a pause in the use of the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine in the United States after six reports of blood clots in recipients. Nearly 7 million doses have been administered. Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the developing facts Americans need to know.
U.S. recommends "pause" for Johnson & Johnson COVID vaccine
As of Monday over 6.8 million doses of the single-dose vaccine had been administered across the country.
Georgia becomes third state to shut down J&J vaccine site
Dozens have suffered adverse reactions to the shot in three states.
2 vaccine sites close after reactions to Johnson & Johnson shot
North Carolina and Colorado sites were temporarily shut down after several people suffered reactions.
Johnson & Johnson testing COVID-19 vaccine on teenagers
Pharmaceutical company says it plans to launch studies in children and pregnant women "in the near future."
Quality control issues force J&J to scrap doses of COVID-19 vaccine
About 15 million doses were involved, but company says it will still be able to meet commitments it made to the Biden administration.
Doctor on schools, COVID variants and vaccines
The Biden administration announced that $10 billion from the American Rescue Plan will pay for schools to perform COVID-19 screenings for teachers, students and staff. Dr. Leo Nissola spoke with CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers about safe school reopenings, as well as concerns about vaccine hesitancy and research on whether vaccines might help ease symptoms in COVID "long haulers."
How Facebook plans to inform about vaccines
Facebook Chief Product Officer Chris Cox explains how the tech firm will amplify authoritative information about coronavirus vaccines.
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Trump defends war with Iran as conflict widens
Israel sent troops into Lebanon as the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran widened, and some of Iran's Gulf neighbors warned that Iran's retaliatory fire could draw them into the spreading conflict.
Noem faces bipartisan criticism of immigration record at Senate hearing
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced skepticism from both sides of the aisle at a hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday.
Social media believed to be shooter's is full of antisemitic, anti-Christian posts
The attacker who opened fire at a bar in Austin, Texas, over the weekend appears to have posted antisemitic, anti-Christian and misogynistic messages on social media.
FBI agents Patel fired worked in counterintel, including on cases involving Iran
Many of the agents who were fired last week by FBI Director Kash Patel were assigned to a squad that worked on global counterintelligence cases, including those involving Iran, sources said.
Witkoff: Iran said it had enough enriched uranium to make 11 nuclear bombs
President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff told Fox News that Iranian negotiators said Iran had the "inalienable right to enrich all their nuclear fuel."
The DOJ has been taking down Epstein files. Here's what remains.
The massive tranche of files the Justice Department currently maintains is more than 65,000 pages shorter than what the agency initially released.
Howard Lutnick agrees to interview with House committee in Epstein probe
Documents released by the Justice Department provided a look into Howard Lutnick's ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
DOJ reverses course, will now defend Trump executive orders targeting law firms
The Justice Dept. said in a court filing it seeks to withdraw its motion to voluntarily dismiss appeals of court decisions invalidating executive orders targeting four law firms.
Why is the U.S. attacking Iran? Here's what Trump has said.
President Trump on Monday listed four reasons why the U.S. launched its attack on Iran, initiating what he said he expects to be a weeks-long war.
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Howard Lutnick agrees to interview with House committee in Epstein probe
Documents released by the Justice Department provided a look into Howard Lutnick's ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
FBI agents Patel fired worked in counterintel, including on cases involving Iran
Many of the agents who were fired last week by FBI Director Kash Patel were assigned to a squad that worked on global counterintelligence cases, including those involving Iran, sources said.
Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Social media believed to be shooter's is full of antisemitic, anti-Christian posts
The attacker who opened fire at a bar in Austin, Texas, over the weekend appears to have posted antisemitic, anti-Christian and misogynistic messages on social media.
Witkoff: Iran said it had enough enriched uranium to make 11 nuclear bombs
President Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff told Fox News that Iranian negotiators said Iran had the "inalienable right to enrich all their nuclear fuel."
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Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
Gas prices across the U.S. jump 11 cents per gallon, AAA says
Crude oil prices are surging due to the Iran war, pushing up prices at the pump across the U.S., according to AAA.
Target posts another quarter of slipping sales, touts signs of improvement
Target reported another quarter of lower sales and profits as the discounter struggles to regain its footing in an environment where it has faced still-high inflation and shopper boycotts.
Stocks pare losses as Trump says U.S. will insure ships in the Persian Gulf
U.S. financial markets rebounded after shedding more than 1,200 points in earlier trading on Tuesday.
Amazon says drones hit 3 of its Middle East data center
Drones struck two facilities in the United Arab Emirates directly, and damaged a data center in Bahrain, Amazon said.
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Howard Lutnick agrees to interview with House committee in Epstein probe
Documents released by the Justice Department provided a look into Howard Lutnick's ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
FBI agents Patel fired worked in counterintel, including on cases involving Iran
Many of the agents who were fired last week by FBI Director Kash Patel were assigned to a squad that worked on global counterintelligence cases, including those involving Iran, sources said.
DOJ reverses course, will now defend Trump executive orders targeting law firms
The Justice Dept. said in a court filing it seeks to withdraw its motion to voluntarily dismiss appeals of court decisions invalidating executive orders targeting four law firms.
Anthropic's Claude AI being used in Iran war by U.S. military, sources say
Two sources familiar with the U.S. military's use of artificial intelligence confirm that the U.S. used Anthropic's Claude AI model over weekend for the attack on Iran — and is still using it.
The DOJ has been taking down Epstein files. Here's what remains.
The massive tranche of files the Justice Department currently maintains is more than 65,000 pages shorter than what the agency initially released.
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Some baby formula brands contain heavy metals, Consumer Reports says
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
States face pushback on their rural health transformation plans
Some Republican state lawmakers and health associations are pushing back against spending plans under the Trump administration's $50 billion federal rural health fund.
Chocolate supplement recalled over erectile dysfunction drug
USALESS.COM is recalling its Rhino Choco VIP 10X product due to the undeclared presence of Tadalafil, which is the active ingredient in Cialis.
College student's mystery illness diagnosed as Stage IV cancer
Emma Operacz was diagnosed with a rare cancer at 21. An unusual treatment and bone marrow donation from her sister saved her life.
Medicaid is paying for more dental care. GOP cuts threaten to reverse the trend.
More than three dozen states cover dental services for people on Medicaid, but with about $900 billion in cuts expected to hit states over the next decade, many programs could roll back dental coverage.
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Beijing braces for economic impact as Iran war threatens Chinese oil
China is the largest importer of energy in the world, and the disruption to oil imports caused by the conflict could be a potential Achilles' heel for Beijing.
Amazon says drones hit 3 of its Middle East data center
Drones struck two facilities in the United Arab Emirates directly, and damaged a data center in Bahrain, Amazon said.
Stocks set to slide as investors focus on the Iran war's impact on oil
Airline stocks were among Monday's biggest losers, and their declines are poised to continue on Tuesday, data shows.
Americans urged to leave 14 Middle East countries amid Iran war
The State Department urged Americans to "depart now" from countries including Bahrain, Egypt, Israel, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
Crocodile found near family's home — 1,200 miles from its habitat
Authorities were initially skeptical of the reported find but had caught the elusive reptile by Sunday night.
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How families can change their habits
Bestselling author Michaeleen Doucleff offers science-backed tips on how families can curb their screen time and cut back on ultraprocessed foods. She explains how her new book, which is aimed at rewiring children's brains, began with a personal revelation.
Luke Grimes on "Marshals"
Actor Luke Grimes talks about starring in the "Yellowstone" spinoff "Marshals." Grimes reveals why he was hesitant to join the cast at first and what it was like to have his new song "Haunted" to play in the premiere episode.
Preview of UFC 326: Holloway vs. Oliveira
UFC commentator Laura Sanko joins "CBS Mornings" to preview Saturday's UFC fight where defending champion Max Holloway will take on Charles Oliveira for the BMF title.
Christa Miller on "Shrinking"
Actor Christa Miller speaks about starring in "Shrinking," how her life experiences helped to inspire the series and what it's like to work with her husband, who is a co-creator of the show.
Brad Falchuk discusses "Famous Last Words"
Brad Falchuck, the host and executive producer of "Famous Last Words," speaks about the series and his meaningful conversation with actor Eric Dane, who died last month from ALS. In the show, Falchuck sits down with public figures for an in-depth conversation, but the interviews only air after the subject dies.
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Amazon says drones hit 3 of its Middle East data center
Drones struck two facilities in the United Arab Emirates directly, and damaged a data center in Bahrain, Amazon said.
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AI executive Dario Amodei on the red lines Anthropic would not cross
The CEO of Anthropic says his company refused to allow its technology to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement).
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.
AI company Anthropic's Dario Amodei: "We are patriots"
Dario Amodei, co-founder and CEO of the artificial intelligence company Anthropic, says his company refused to allow its AI product, Claude, to be used by the Trump Administration without certain guidelines (such as not using its AI to power fully-autonomous weapons without any human involvement). That prompted President Trump to announce Friday that he is banning Anthropic's technology from all federal use, while Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth labeled the company "a supply chain risk to national security." Amodei talks with correspondent Jo Ling Kent about why he calls the administration's actions "retaliatory and punitive."
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Anthropic CEO says he's sticking to AI "red lines" despite clash with Pentagon
After the Trump administration cut it off, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei told CBS News in an exclusive interview Friday night he wants to work with the military — but only if it addresses the firm's concerns.
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NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
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Social media believed to be shooter's is full of antisemitic, anti-Christian posts
The attacker who opened fire at a bar in Austin, Texas, over the weekend appears to have posted antisemitic, anti-Christian and misogynistic messages on social media.
Durbin presses Noem on Pretti, Good killings
Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois pressed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem about her comments after the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti during immigration protests in Minneapolis.
Alleged school shooter's dad convicted
A jury found Colin Gray, the father of the Apalachee High School student accused of shooting and killing two students and two teachers, guilty of all charges, including second-degree murder, on Tuesday. This marks the third time a parent has been charged for connection to a mass shooting. CBS News' Skyler Henry has the latest.
Noem's opening statement before Senate panel
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blasted the current funding lapse affecting her department during her opening statement before the Senate Judiciary Committee. Noem also touted the operations at DHS under the Trump administration despite mounting scrutiny over her handling of the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.
Colin Gray: Jury finds father of accused Georgia school shooter guilty on all charges
The jury has found Colin Gray, the man whose teenage son is accused of killing two students and two teachers in a shooting at Georgia's Apalachee High School, guilty of second-degree murder and all other charges.
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Why NASA is overhauling Artemis program
NASA has announced a major overhaul of its Artemis moon program amid ongoing safety concerns. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more details.
How NASA plans to get astronauts on the moon
NASA announced an overhaul to its Artemis moon program as safety concerns persist. CBS News space contributor Christian Davenport breaks down the key takeaways.
NASA announces major overhaul of Artemis moon program "to take down risk"
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced significant changes to the agency's Artemis program, which aims to land on the moon in 2028.
Safety concerns over NASA's Artemis program
NASA's Artemis II mission continues to face concerns and delays. Scott E. Parazynski, a former astronaut, joins CBS News with more.
NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Drone hits U.S. consulate in Dubai
A drone hit the U.S. consulate in Dubai on Tuesday, Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed. CBS News correspondent Shanelle Kaul has the latest.
Rubio on evacuating Americans from Mideast
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke to reporters on Tuesday before briefing lawmakers on strikes in Iran. Rubio discussed the Trump administration's efforts to evacuate Americans from the region, a drone striking the U.S. consulate in Dubai and more.
Travel chaos in Middle East escalates
Sasha Hoffman, an American currently stranded in Dubai amid the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran, told CBS News' Shanelle Kaul she's frustrated after the State Department told U.S. citizens to leave the Middle East without any solutions.
Iran strikes regional neighbors
Iran's retaliatory strikes against some of its regional neighbors continued on Tuesday as tensions escalate in the Middle East. CBS News' Olivia Gazis has the latest.
Noem faces questions about Lewandowski links
California Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff grilled Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem about her agency's media contract and potential links to Republican political strategist Corey Lewandowski, a top adviser to Noem.