Health care workers use surfing to relieve stress
Some health care workers in California are relieving their COVID-19 pandemic stress through surfing. Carter Evans has more.
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Delta surge, weather complicate Labor Day travel
Labor Day weekend is usually one of the busiest travel days of the year, but the surge in COVID-19 cases across the U.S. and the aftermath of Hurricane Ida have curtailed some people's plans this year. Errol Barnett has more.
Unemployment benefits expiring for millions
At least 7.5 million Americans are estimated to lose federal unemployment benefits as emergency programs expire. CBS News reporter Sarah Ewall-Wice, who covers economic policy, joins CBSN to discuss.
Labor Day festivities could fuel COVID-19 surge
As America celebrates the last days of summer, health experts watch for new COVID-19 outbreaks tied to Labor Day gatherings. Dr. Peter Hotez, of Baylor College of Medicine, shares his view of the pandemic's future course and the latest on booster vaccines
Stopping pandemics forever
Bill Whitaker reports on the Pentagon projects that helped combat COVID-19 and may help end pandemics forever.
9/5: The Last Pandemic, The Ritchie Boys
Pentagon programs hope to make COVID-19 the last pandemic ever; Stories from members of the Ritchie Boys, a secret U.S. WWII intelligence unit bolstered by German-born Jews.
Military programs aiming to end pandemics forever
Bill Whitaker reports on the Pentagon projects that helped combat COVID-19 and may help end pandemics forever.
The controversy surrounding ivermectin
Doctors are being pushed by some of their patients to prescribe Ivermectin, despite it being an "unproven" medication for COVID-19. Arthur Caplan, the director of the division of medical ethics at New York University's Grossman School of Medicine, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to explain why this drug is dangerous and how some doctors are feeding into misinformation.
Help Wanted: The new sign of the times
While customers are back in restaurants and businesses around the country, many employees are not, creating job openings on this Labor Day weekend that few expected. "48 Hours" correspondent Erin Moriarty talks with former restaurant employees who say the COVID shutdown gave them a rare chance to pursue a new, better-paying career – and with a restaurant owner who says the pandemic may have changed the hospitality business for the better.
COVID-19 infections soar ahead of Labor Day
The U.S. is in a familiar spot as it takes the global lead for most daily coronavirus cases, recording more than a million cases this week. And with millions traveling for the Labor Day weekend, the numbers are expected to increase. Lilia Luciano has more.
Northeast recovering after deadly storm Ida
The Northeast is recovering after the remnants of Hurricane Ida battered the region. Plus, top U.S. health officials ask the Biden administration to scale back their rollout of a COVID-19 booster shot. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang joined CBSN's Lana Zak to preview this week's "Face the Nation."
Hospitalization rates up among unvaccinated teens
The CDC says unvaccinated teens are 10 times more likely to be hospitalized with COVID-19 compared with those who have been fully vaccinated. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, more than 200,000 coronavirus cases were confirmed in children last week. Right now, only children between the ages of 12 and 17 are eligible for the vaccine. Dr. Taison Bell, a critical care and infectious disease physician and the medical ICU director at the University of Virginia, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss that and more.
Fewer holiday travelers expected amid Delta surge
The surging Delta variant and the CDC’s recommendation that the unvaccinated avoid travel have caused many travelers to rethink their plans for Labor Day. Nancy Chen takes a look.
Pandemic drives exodus from cities to rural towns
The COVID pandemic resulted in hundreds of thousands of Americans leaving urban centers for rural towns. Correspondent Mola Lenghi takes us on a journey into New York's Hudson Valley to see what's drawing people from the big city, and how the new arrivals are transforming the region.
Here's how to time getting your COVID booster and flu shots
Flu season is right in front of us, even as the Delta variant has COVID-19 cases soaring. Hospitals are worried.
Social Security is facing depletion earlier than expected
A shrinking workforce may also pose trouble for the program, which relies on payroll taxes to finance benefits.
Portrait cookies teach lessons in Asian American history
One Pittsburgh woman is working to tell the stories of Asian-American icons who are left out of history books. She's doing all that with cookies. Adriana Diaz caught up with baker Jasmine Cho before the pandemic to show us how these historical trailblazers are being deliciously remembered.
CDC "hopeful" vaccine will soon be cleared for kids
CDC Director Rochelle Walensky said the Biden administration will make vaccines "immediately available" to kids under 12 once authorized by the FDA. Meanwhile, the WHO issued a warning about a new variant emerging around the world. Emergency medicine physician Dr. Anand Swaminathan joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Texas' near-total abortion ban takes effect
A new law in Texas bans abortion once a fetal heartbeat is detected, usually around six weeks, which is before many women know they are pregnant. Ben Tracy has more.
Calls for better research on long COVID
A new report in The Atlantic looks at the latest on efforts to understand long-lasting COVID symptoms that linger in some patients for many months. The Atlantic's science writer Ed Yong, who wrote that report, and Hannah Davis, the co-leader of the Patient-Led Research Collaborative, join CBSN "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss the impacts of long COVID and where the research stands now.
Proposal for global vaccine pass
A global vaccine certification could restore international travel, but variants pose challenges. Dr. David Agus explains his colleagues' proposal to coordinate vaccine standards.
Doctor on wearing masks to fight COVID-19
Dr. Leslie Diaz, infectious diseases specialist at Jupiter Medical Center in Florida, joins CBSN to discuss the rise in COVID-19 cases in the U.S. and the science behind wearing masks to protect against the coronavirus.
Local Matters: California recall vote underway
Voting is underway in the special election over whether to recall California Governor Gavin Newsom. Recent polling shows the Democrat holding onto a slight lead. KCBS political reporter Tom Wait and The Sacramento Bee's California politics reporter Sophia Bollag joined "Red and Blue" to discuss.
Challenging state bans on school mask mandates
The Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights says five states' bans on school mask mandates may violate the civil rights of students with disabilities. Meanwhile, the House of Representatives' January 6 commission is preparing to request the phone records of hundreds of people related to the U.S. Capitol attack. CBS News legal analyst and professor at Loyola Law School Jessica Levinson joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
Women turn to gig work in pandemic
After women found their jobs hit particularly hard by the pandemic, many have turned to app-based delivery work to start earning paychecks again. Axios business reporter Erica Pandey joins CBSN AM to talk more about the trend.
Tim Walz and JD Vance's 2024 VP debate is tomorrow. Here's what to know.
The vice presidential showdown on Oct. 1 is expected to be the last debate before the November election.
Helene death toll tops 100 as Southeast digs out from devastation
Hurricane Helene killed at least 116 people, caused widespread destruction and knocked out power to millions of homes and businesses.
Video shows Russian jet flying close to plane off Alaska
"The conduct of one Russian Su-35 was unsafe, unprofessional, and endangered all," a NORAD commander said.
The "Galaxy Gas" trend whipping up controversy on social media
"Galaxy Gas" is a new spin on an old drug — nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas or "whippets" — and it's taken over social media.
Dikembe Mutombo, NBA Hall of Famer, dies at 58
Dikembe Mutombo, who was an eight-time NBA All-Star, was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2022.
As Israel plans Lebanon incursion, Hezbollah says it's ready for war
Israel has killed many of Hezbollah's senior leaders with devastating strikes in Lebanon, but neither side appears ready to step back from the brink.
Verizon customers report widespread outages
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service wasn't working in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
Trump, allies mischaracterize data on immigrants with criminal convictions
Many of the convicted criminals described in a recent letter from ICE have been in the U.S. for a long time, before the Biden administration took office.
North Carolina devastated by Helene: "Unprecedented tragedy"
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper predicted the toll would rise as rescuers reached areas isolated by collapsed roads and widespread flooding.
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Democrats sue to block Georgia election rule requiring hand count of ballots
The state and national Democratic Party said the rule might introduce "uncertainty" in vote tallying, and "wreak havoc on the general election."
The "Galaxy Gas" trend whipping up controversy on social media
"Galaxy Gas" is a new spin on an old drug — nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas or "whippets" — and it's taken over social media.
"Rust" armorer's conviction upheld in fatal on set shooting by Alec Baldwin
Hannah Gutierrez-Reed sought to dismiss her conviction or convene a new trial in the shooting death, alleging misconduct and suppression of evidence by law enforcement.
Video shows Russian jet flying close to plane off Alaska: "Endangered all"
"The conduct of one Russian Su-35 was unsafe, unprofessional, and endangered all," a NORAD commander said.
What to know about JD Vance's views and policy record before the VP debate
Here's a look at where Sen. JD Vance stands on several important issues heading into Tuesday's vice presidential debate, hosted by CBS News.
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Shrimp farmers in Asia exploited by U.S. supermarkets, analysis finds
Unpaid and underpaid labor prevails, an analysis of research by several NGO's found, including wage deductions, "significant" debt bondage and child labor.
Verizon customers report widespread outages
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
AT&T sells DirecTV as it bows out of the entertainment business
AT&T is selling its remaining 70% stake in DirecTV to private equity firm TPG a decade after agreeing to buy the satellite TV provider.
Spotify temporarily goes down as thousands left without access to tunes
More than 40,000 people reported outages with the music platform on downdetector.com.
"Purple Rain" house to go live on Airbnb soon
The house goes live on Oct. 3 and will be available for 25 total one-night stays, with a max of four people per stay.
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Democrats sue to block Georgia election rule requiring hand count of ballots
The state and national Democratic Party said the rule might introduce "uncertainty" in vote tallying, and "wreak havoc on the general election."
Views of Vance, Walz ahead of debate — CBS News poll
Most voters say they plan to watch the VP debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance Tuesday night, which will be moderated by CBS News.
What to know about JD Vance's views and policy record before the VP debate
Here's a look at where Sen. JD Vance stands on several important issues heading into Tuesday's vice presidential debate, hosted by CBS News.
What to know about Tim Walz's views and policy record before the VP debate
Here's a look at where Gov. Tim Walz stands on several important issues heading into Tuesday's vice presidential debate, hosted by CBS News.
Biden shores up asylum limits, likely extending border crackdown indefinitely
The Biden administration announced new regulations to shore up the partial asylum ban it enacted at the U.S. southern border in June.
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The "Galaxy Gas" trend whipping up controversy on social media
"Galaxy Gas" is a new spin on an old drug — nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas or "whippets" — and it's taken over social media.
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.
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Shrimp farmers in Asia exploited by U.S. supermarkets, analysis finds
Unpaid and underpaid labor prevails, an analysis of research by several NGO's found, including wage deductions, "significant" debt bondage and child labor.
U.K. closing its last coal-fired power plant
The last coal-fired power plant in the U.K. is closing, ending Britain's 140-year reliance on the fossil fuel for electricity.
Far-right party wins Austria election but faces hurdles to govern
Austria's far-right Freedom Party won a national parliamentary election, but it will struggle to find other parties willing to form a coalition government.
Longest-serving death row inmate speaks out after murder acquittal
Iwao Hakamada, 88, was declared innocent of the quadruple murder that he spent 46 years on death row for.
Victims of modern slavery forced to work in U.K. McDonald's, BBC finds
Two Czech brothers allegedly ran a gang that forced 16 people into modern slavery, working at a McDonald's and other businesses in the U.K.
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Gloria Estefan on how $42 million commitment to end paralysis began
After surviving a 1990 bus crash that left her temporarily paralyzed, Gloria Estefan has donated over $42 million to paralysis research.
Oasis announces North America reunion tour dates in 2025
There are five new stadium dates for next summer in Toronto, Chicago, New Jersey, Los Angeles and Mexico City.
Ta-Nehisi Coates on the power of stories
Acclaimed author Ta-Nehisi Coates joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his new book, "The Message," and about the banning of his work in South Carolina.
Gloria Estefan on mission to cure paralysis
After surviving a tour bus crash in 1990 that left her temporarily paralyzed, Gloria Estefan has donated more than $42 million to paralysis research. The Grammy-winning icon shares her passion for finding a cure.
Coldplay on "Music of the Spheres" tour
Coldplay's Chris Martin and Jonny Buckland add more in their "CBS Sunday Morning" conversation with Anthony Mason, discussing the success of their "Music of the Spheres" tour, their latest single, and why they plan to release only two more albums.
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Verizon customers report widespread outages
Verizon customers reported their mobile phone service was down in cities across the U.S., giving them only SOS mode.
The science of how planes remain in the air
Aerospace engineer Emily Calandrelli joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to discuss how planes remain in the air, despite some scientific uncertainty. She also reveals details about her space-bound adventure and her "Stay Curious" book series.
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.
Expert on how AI is manipulating reality
With the rapid spread of AI-generated deepfakes, experts are sounding the alarm about their influence on society and elections. Laurie Segall, founder of Mostly Human Media, shares tips on how to spot what's real and what's not.
California governor vetoes first-in-nation AI safety bill
Gov. Gavin Newsom on Sunday vetoed a landmark bill aimed at establishing first-in-the-nation safety measures for large artificial intelligence models.
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Science
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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Trump golf course plot not guilty plea
Ryan Wesley Routh, the suspect who allegedly plotted an assassination attempt in Florida against former President Donald Trump, pleaded not guilty to five counts against him Monday. CBS News' Cristian Benavides has the latest after Routh's court appearance.
Victims of modern slavery forced to work in U.K. McDonald's, BBC finds
Two Czech brothers allegedly ran a gang that forced 16 people into modern slavery, working at a McDonald's and other businesses in the U.K.
Drug cartel surveillance cameras found on palm trees near border
The city on the border with Arizona has suffered years of violence between drug cartels fighting for control of the border crossing.
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."
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SpaceX Crew Dragon brings 2 fresh crew members to space station
A SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft caught up with the International Space Station and moved in for docking Sunday.
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.
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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.
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.
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?
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Tim Walz, JD Vance preapre for debate
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Ohio Sen. JD Vance are set to debate on CBS News on Tuesday. Walz and Vance have been preparing for what could be the final debate before the presidential election in November. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes has more.
Trump's personal attacks on Harris
Former President Donald Trump's personal attacks against Vice President Kamala Harris could impact moderate voters in key battleground states. CBS News political director Fin Gómez has more.
Trump, Harris respond to Helene damage
Former President Donald Trump is visiting Valdosta, Georgia, and Vice President Kamala Harris is headed back to Washington D.C. early from Nevada as both presidential candidates monitor the worsening situations in states where Helene impacted communities. CBS News' Scott MacFarlane and Nidia Cavazos report.
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Israeli ground operation in Lebanon looms; New evacuations as Line Fire flares up in California.
Latest on Israel's Lebanon incursion
An official tells CBS News that Israel has notified the U.S. of its intent to launch a limited ground incursion into Lebanon. The operation could begin within hours, the official said. CBS News contributor Sam Vinograd has the latest.