Europe's new COVID restrictions fuel protests
Police in Brussels, Belgium, used water cannons and tear gas to control protesters outraged by new restrictions. Elizabeth Palmer has more on the global crisis.
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Omicron variant found in at least 17 states
Scientists around the world are racing to understand the new mutant strain of coronavirus. Major airports nationwide are now enforcing rules which will apply to passengers regardless of COVID vaccine status or nationality. Lila Luciano reports.
Full interview: Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy on "Face the Nation"
Dr. Murthy discusses concerns around the Omicron variant.
Illumina CEO on Omicron transmissibility
Francis deSouza, CEO of Illumina, a company that identifies and tracks COVID variants through genomic sequencing, said Sunday that "we are in a lot different position than we were at the beginning of the pandemic" in figuring out where the virus and variants are.
WHO COVID technical lead on boosters
Following WHO comments last month that COVID booster rollout is a "scandal," WHO COVID-19 technical lead Dr. Maria Van Kerkhove said Sunday that it is "unjust" that some countries are doing boosters while others struggle to vaccinate their populations.
Connecticut governor on Omicron spread
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, whose state has detected the Omicron variant, said that he is "concerned" about the spread of Omicron, especially since his state is located between New York and Boston.
Gottlieb on vaccine availability worldwide
Dr. Scott Gotlieb, the former FDA commissioner, said last week that five of eight countries in the U.S. travel ban had turned down vaccines. He said "we do need to get capacities into these countries so it's not a recurring problem."
Face the Nation: Murthy, Kerkhove, deSouza
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on the rise in COVID cases related to the new Omicron variant, countries are doing boosters while others struggle to vaccinate their populations, and tracking COVID variants with genomic sequencing.
Open: This is "Face the Nation," December 5
Today on "Face the Nation," with the world still battling COVID's Delta surge, preparations are now underway to combat a new threat.
COVID cases on the rise worldwide
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports from Seoul, South Korea, on the global impacts of COVID-19
12/5: Face the Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," with the world still battling COVID's Delta surge, preparations are now underway to combat a new threat.
States brace for impact as Omicron hits
CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann reports on the ongoing impacts of the coronavirus pandemic in the United States.
Scientists studying Omicron's vaccine resistance
Scientists around the world are studying the COVID-19 Omicron variant to determine if it is more resistant to vaccines than previous strains of the virus. Debora Patta reports.
Omicron variant spreads as holidays approach
The Omicron variant continues to spread, but the Delta variant remains the dominant strain in the U.S. for now. Cases and hospitalizations are surging in certain areas as the nationwide vaccination rate remains around 60%. Lilia Luciano reports.
Vintage office gear gets pandemic revival
From remote learning for kids, to Zoom calls for their parents, the pandemic has pushed technology into our lives in a way that few things have before. That has many yearning for a simpler time – for some, that means a revival of some old-time office gear. David Wade reports from CBS affiliate WBZ in Boston.
U.S. economy added only 210,000 jobs in November
The November jobs report fell far short of expectations. Weijia Jiang has reaction from the White House.
More cases of Omicron variant detected in U.S.
The Omicron variant has been confirmed in at least nine states across the U.S. Scientists say it appears to be spreading twice as fast as the Delta variant. Elise Preston takes a look.
Omicron coronavirus strain spreads in U.S.
The CEO of BioNTech says the coronavirus vaccine it developed with Pfizer may need to be adapted to be more effective against the Omicron variant, cases of which have been confirmed in at least five U.S. states. Pulmonary specialist Dr. Len Horovitz joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the potential for a new vaccine and how people can best protect themselves.
Cases of Omicron variant confirmed in U.S.
At least five U.S. states have confirmed cases of the Omicron coronavirus variant so far: California, Hawaii, Colorado, Minnesota and New York, CBS News correspondent Nikki Battiste reports. Dr. Bob Lahita joins CBSN's Anne-Marie Green to discuss what these cases of the new strain can tell us and how you can protect yourself.
Omicron variant discovered in more states
At least five states have confirmed cases of the Omicron variant, and that number could be much higher. Health officials continue to urge people to get vaccinated and boosted as they prepare to travel and gather during the holiday season. Nikki Battiste reports.
U.S. to reinstate "Remain in Mexico" policy
As early as next week, the Biden administration will be responsible for enforcing a Trump-era policy that requires asylum-seekers wait outside the U.S. for their court appearances. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the program, as well as new data that shows only a small percentage of migrants are being offered COVID-19 vaccinations while in U.S. custody.
Vaccine inequality and COVID variants
Scientists have been warning the world for months that in order to keep COVID-19 from mutating, vaccines need to be distributed to all populations. CBS News' Debora Patta looks at how the inequality of vaccine availability and distribution may have led to the Omicron variant.
U.S. to restart Trump-era migrant policy
The Biden administration will restart the Trump-era "Remain in Mexico" policy, which mandates that migrants return to Mexico while they wait for their asylum court hearings, after a federal judge in Texas ruled that the administration terminated the policy illegally. CBS News immigration reporter Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more.
UK braces for Omicron coronavirus variant
The latest coronavirus variant --Omicron -- is spreading and like the U.S., the UK is preparing for the worst. CBS News contributor Simon Bates explains in the latest installment of London Calling.
First U.S. case of Omicron variant reported
The Biden administration is set to announce new measures Thursday aimed at curbing COVID-19 after the first-known U.S. case of the Omicron variant was reported. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced the individual who tested positive for the newly discovered variant recently returned to Northern California after taking a trip to South Africa. According to health officials, the individual is vaccinated and displaying mild symptoms. CBS News correspondent Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM with more.
7th top Hezbollah commander killed by Israeli airstrike as conflict escalates
Hezbollah confirmed his death, making him the seventh senior Hezbollah leader slain in Israeli strikes in a little over a week.
At least 63 dead from Helene in Southeast, millions still without power
In North Carolina alone, more than 400 roads remained closed on Saturday as floodwaters began to recede and reveal the extent of damage from Hurricane Helene.
FEMA administrator on N.C. flooding: "I don't know that anybody could be fully prepared"
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell called the storm "a true multi-state event" that's had "significant impacts" across five states.
North Carolina's Asheville devastated after Helene hits mountain town
In North Carolina, more than 400 roads remained closed on Saturday as floodwaters began to recede and reveal the extent of damage.
U.S. military says it killed 37 militants in Syria airstrikes
U.S. Central Command said two of the dead were senior militants affiliated with the extremist Islamic State group and an al-Qaeda-linked group in Syria.
New Zealand reclaims world record for largest mass haka
The record was broken in deafening fashion at Eden Park rugby stadium in Auckland.
Trump levies more personal attacks on Harris in Wisconsin rally
In a speech in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, the Republican nominee intensified his personal attacks against Vice President Kamala Harris.
Did a former Idaho state trooper use his training to stage his wife's death?
Kendy Howard, a 48-year-old wife and mother, was found dead in her bathtub with a gunshot wound to the head. Evidence at the scene led investigators to take a hard look at her husband, a former Idaho state trooper. Did he have the know-how to get away with murder?
California's Newsom vetoes bill requiring speeding alerts in new cars
California would have become the first to require such systems for all new cars, trucks and buses sold in the state starting in 2030.
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FEMA administrator on N.C. flooding: "I don't know that anybody could be fully prepared"
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell called the storm "a true multi-state event" that's had "significant impacts" across five states.
Malcolm Gladwell's life has changed; he has not
The bestselling author's latest, "Revenge of the Tipping Point," builds on a familiar idea from his books: You may think you know how the world works, but you're wrong!
President Joe Biden on Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday
On the occasion of Jimmy Carter turning 100, President Biden honors the former president and humanitarian for his decades of public service, as well as his hopeful vision of our country and tireless commitment to a better world.
Brush with fame: The public's one-sided bond with celebrities
Parasocial relationships are those that are one-sided – like the fascination and devotion that fans hold for their favorite celebrities. How do they speak to the human condition?
Did a former Idaho state trooper use his training to stage his wife's death?
Kendy Howard, a 48-year-old wife and mother, was found dead in her bathtub with a gunshot wound to the head. Evidence at the scene led investigators to take a hard look at her husband, a former Idaho state trooper. Did he have the know-how to get away with murder?
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Southwest is renovating its cabins. Here's what the planes will look like.
Bigger bins and premium-priced seating with added legroom are just some of the changes the carrier is betting will win over customers.
Hurricane Helene hits homeowners already facing soaring insurance costs
Rising Florida home insurance rates, which surged 45% from 2017 to 2022, are likely to keep climbing along with the mercury, experts say.
Amazon, Walmart still sell older dressers that pose tip-over risk, CR finds
Loophole in law means potentially deadly furniture is still being sold by major retailers, advocacy group cautions.
Key U.S. inflation gauge shows prices continued cooling in August
Grocery costs barely rose last month, according to Friday's report, and energy costs dropped 0.8%, led by cheaper gasoline.
White House urges dockworkers and East Coast ports to avoid strike
A government task force is ready to help minimize supply-chain disruptions in case of a prolonged East Coast port strike, Biden administration says
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FEMA administrator on N.C. flooding: "I don't know that anybody could be fully prepared"
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell called the storm "a true multi-state event" that's had "significant impacts" across five states.
Trump levies more personal attacks on Harris in Wisconsin rally
In a speech in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, the Republican nominee intensified his personal attacks against Vice President Kamala Harris.
Biden says Hezbollah leader's killing a "measure of justice" for his victims
President Biden said, "Nasrallah and the terrorist group he led, Hezbollah, were responsible for killing hundreds of Americans over a four-decade reign of terror."
Maps show voter registration options and deadlines for 2024 election
In most states, those who wish to vote have more than one option that makes it easier and more convenient to register or update their registration than in past years.
Mark Robinson, North Carolina GOP gubernatorial candidate, treated for burns
This follows a bombshell report last week which found that Robinson had posted racist and sexually explicit comments online.
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Embattled Steward Health Care CEO Ralph de la Torre to resign
The Senate approved a resolution on Wednesday that was intended to hold Ralph de la Torre in criminal contempt for failing to testify before a committee.
A birth injury left him in agony. A complex surgery "changed everything"
Tyler Theroux was born with a brachial plexus injury that would eventually leave him depressed and in extreme pain. A complex surgery finally provided relief.
Amazon, Walmart still sell older dressers that pose tip-over risk, CR finds
Loophole in law means potentially deadly furniture is still being sold by major retailers, advocacy group cautions.
USDA had cut back on listeria testing, ahead of deadly Boar's Head outbreak
Officials claim the changes "had no bearing" on Boar's Head's now-shuttered plant.
Alcohol can increase your cancer risk. Here's what experts want you to know.
Many Americans are unaware of the connection between drinking and cancer risk, despite growing research that points to the negative health impacts of alcohol.
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New Zealand reclaims world record for largest mass haka
The record was broken in deafening fashion at Eden Park rugby stadium in Auckland.
U.S. military says it killed 37 militants in Syria airstrikes
U.S. Central Command said two of the dead were senior militants affiliated with the extremist Islamic State group and an al-Qaeda-linked group in Syria.
7th top Hezbollah commander killed by Israeli airstrike as conflict escalates
Hezbollah confirmed his death, making him the seventh senior Hezbollah leader slain in Israeli strikes in a little over a week. They include founding members who had evaded death or detention for decades.
Biden says Hezbollah leader's killing a "measure of justice" for his victims
President Biden said, "Nasrallah and the terrorist group he led, Hezbollah, were responsible for killing hundreds of Americans over a four-decade reign of terror."
Belgian priest arrested after deadly night of sex, drugs with British cleric
The 60-year-old priest was questioned by the investigating judge and placed under arrest, the prosecutor's office said.
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Malcolm Gladwell on "Revenge of the Tipping Point"
Bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell's latest, "Revenge of the Tipping Point," builds on a familiar idea from his books: You may think you know how the world works, but you're wrong! The provocative Gladwell talks with correspondent David Pogue about why he's refused to change his approach, his work ethic, or his contrarianism.
Coldplay on their record-breaking world tour: "We're having such a great time"
During a stop on their "Music of the Spheres" global tour, which Billboard calls "the biggest rock tour of all time," Chris Martin, Will Champion, Guy Berryman and Jonny Buckland talk about their new album, the songwriting process, and their future playing together.
Coldplay on their record-breaking world tour
Twenty-five years after their first hit record, Coldplay's current world tour, which Billboard calls "the biggest rock tour of all time," has earned more than a billion dollars and sold more than 10 million tickets. During a stop in Dublin, correspondent Anthony Mason catches up with Chris Martin, Will Champion, Guy Berryman and Jonny Buckland to talk about "Moon Music" (the band's tenth studio album), the songwriting process, and their future playing together.
Ina Garten: Recipe for success
Ina Garten was working an economic policy job at the White House when, at age 30, she changed direction, buying a small specialty food store called the Barefoot Contessa in West Hampton Beach, New York. It started her on a career as an entrepreneur, cookbook author and culinary TV host. Garten, whose new memoir is "Be Ready When the Luck Happens," talks with correspondent Rita Braver about her painful childhood; her marriage; and what she thinks about the prospect of retiring.
Remembering "Downton Abbey" actress Maggie Smith
Dame Maggie Smith, whose luminous stage and screen career included two Oscars and a Tony Award, died on Friday, September 27, 2024, at age 89. Correspondent Martha Teichner has a remembrance of the actress whose most famous role came late in life – as the prickly, imperious Lady Violet Crawley in the TV series "Downton Abbey."
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In Finland, classes in recognizing fake news, disinformation
Being able to identify hoaxes, avoid scams, and debunk propaganda is a civic skill required in today's information society. That's why the curriculum of students in Finland includes media literacy lessons, aimed at safeguarding a precious resource: the truth. Correspondent Chris Livesay reports.
Capsule launches that will bring Starliner crew home
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket blasted off from Cape Canaveral, Florida, on Saturday with a NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut aboard a Crew Dragon capsule that normally carries four. That is because the Crew Dragon's two empty seats will be used to give two Boeing Starliner astronauts a ride back to Earth next February. Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams were part of Boeing's first crewed test flight of its Starliner, and though it got them to the International Space Station back in June, problems with its propulsion system prompted NASA to look for another ride. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
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.
Top staff leave OpenAI amid for-profit push
Top U.S. artificial intelligence startup OpenAI took a hit Thursday after three of its top executives exited the company. The departures come as CEO Sam Altman is reportedly preparing to turn OpenAI into a traditional for-profit company. Connie Guglielmo, senior vice president focused on AI edit strategy for CNET, joins CBS News to examine the future of the startup.
Super Micro Computer shares plunge on report of federal probe
Super Micro Computer's stock price fell sharply after the Wall Street Journal reported the company faces a federal investigation.
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How climate change threatens plants, animals
In this episode of "Climate Watch: Protecting the Planet," CBS News senior environmental correspondent Ben Tracy speaks to scientists and experts about the growing number of critically endangered plants and animals and how humans can help.
Book excerpt: "Revenge of the Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell
The author revisits his 2000 bestseller "The Tipping Point," to examine the flip side of that earlier book's lessons about studying social change. Among the topics he covers: Cheetah reproduction.
50 "exceptionally well-preserved" Viking skeletons unearthed in Denmark
The Viking burial ground, used during the 9th and 10th centuries, was discovered on the southern outskirts of the village of Åsum.
How the 2015 Paris Agreement came together
Nine years after it was negotiated, the Paris Climate Agreement continues to serve as a blueprint for global environmental goals. Todd Stern, the top U.S. negotiator for the deal, outlines the years-long process it took to reach the landmark agreement in his new book, "Landing the Paris Climate Agreement: How It Happened, Why It Matters and What Comes Next." Stern joins CBS News to look back at the talks.
Climate change views in Florida and Texas
Florida is bracing for the wrath of Hurricane Helene. A common question that scientists face during natural disasters like this is: Has climate change impacted their severity? CBS News Miami investigative reporter Jim Defede and CBS News Texas investigative reporter Brian New break down how lawmakers and residents in their states view climate change amid natural disasters.
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Did a former Idaho state trooper use his training to stage his wife's death?
Kendy Howard, a 48-year-old wife and mother, was found dead in her bathtub with a gunshot wound to the head. Evidence at the scene led investigators to take a hard look at her husband, a former Idaho state trooper. Did he have the know-how to get away with murder?
Menendez brothers' claims of abuse supported by letter, new allegation
Lyle Menendez tells "48 Hours" contributor Natalie Morales, "There's just never been a case of guilt or innocence. It was always about why it happened."
How a former Idaho state trooper was arrested for his wife's murder
Kendy Howard was found dead in her bathtub. While dispatched as a suicide, clues at the scene made Kootenai County authorities suspicious.
Arkansas couple accused of trying to sell baby for beer, money
Darien Urban, 21, and Shalene Ehlers, 20, the baby's parents were arrested after they allegedly tried to sell their 2-month-old baby because having three dogs and an infant was "not working."
At least 17 killed in 2 mass shootings in the same town in South Africa
A search was underway for the suspects, national police spokesperson Brig. Athlenda Mathe said in a statement regarding the two mass shootings in South Africa.
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SpaceX launches two-man crew on flight to space station
Crew Dragon's two astronauts will join two Starliner fliers for a five-month tour of duty aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX prepares to launch crewed mission
Later today, the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft is set to launch a crewed mission to the International Space Station. The craft is also set to bring back the two astronauts who have been waiting for a ride home since June.
Crew Dragon set for first Cape Canaveral launch to space station
A NASA astronaut and a Russian cosmonaut will join the Starliner astronauts for a normal tour of duty
2 cosmonauts, NASA astronaut return to Earth after marathon mission
The Soyuz landing in Kazakhstan sets the stage for launch of a SpaceX Crew Dragon flight to the space station Thursday.
"Mini-moon" to temporarily orbit Earth
For the next two months, Earth will have a "mini-moon" when a small asteroid temporarily orbits the planet. Scientists say the asteroid, which is only 33 feet long, will enter Earth's gravity in a horseshoe orbit September 29 before leaving on November 25. Most people won't get a glimpse of this mini-moon though, it's too small to see without professional equipment.
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Nature: Sunflowers in South Dakota
We leave you this Sunday morning among sunflowers in Highmore, South Dakota. Videographer: Kevin Kjergaard.
The high stakes & low blows of vice presidential debates
On Tuesday, the Democratic and Republican nominees for vice president will face each other in their first and only debate. Historian Kate Andersen Brower says that, even though Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Ohio Senator JD Vance both hail from the heartland, viewers should not expect "Midwestern Nice" to play out between the two. CBS News chief election & campaign correspondent Robert Costa looks at the history of VP debates. [CBS News will host the only planned vice presidential debate between Governor Tim Walz and Senator JD Vance on Tuesday, Oct. 1, at 9 p.m. ET on CBS and CBS News 24/7. Download the free CBS News app for live coverage, post-debate analysis, comprehensive fact checks and more.]
Malcolm Gladwell on "Revenge of the Tipping Point"
Bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell's latest, "Revenge of the Tipping Point," builds on a familiar idea from his books: You may think you know how the world works, but you're wrong! The provocative Gladwell talks with correspondent David Pogue about why he's refused to change his approach, his work ethic, or his contrarianism.
Coldplay on their record-breaking world tour
Twenty-five years after their first hit record, Coldplay's current world tour, which Billboard calls "the biggest rock tour of all time," has earned more than a billion dollars and sold more than 10 million tickets. During a stop in Dublin, correspondent Anthony Mason catches up with Chris Martin, Will Champion, Guy Berryman and Jonny Buckland to talk about "Moon Music" (the band's tenth studio album), the songwriting process, and their future playing together.
President Joe Biden on Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday
On the occasion of Jimmy Carter turning 100, President Biden honors the former president and humanitarian for his decades of public service, as well as his hopeful vision of our country and tireless commitment to a better world.