Pfizer developing COVID vaccine booster as Delta variant spreads
Pfizer and BioNTech plan to share their booster data with the FDA in August and file for emergency use authorization shortly thereafter.
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Vaccinated teachers, students don't need masks
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention eased mask guidelines for fully vaccinated teachers, students and staff Friday, saying they do not need to wear masks in school buildings. Dr. William Schaffner, medical director of the National Foundation for Infectious Diseases, joined CBSN to discuss the new mask guidance and the CDC's guidance that anyone fully vaccinated does not need a COVID vaccine booster.
Doctor on COVID variants, booster shots
Dr. Bob Lahita, director of the Institute for Autoimmune and Rheumatic Diseases at St. Joseph Health and professor of medicine at New York Medical College, joined CBSN to discuss the latest on COVID-19, including Pfizer's development of a vaccine booster shot, and the rise in cases and hospitalizations as the Delta variant spreads across the U.S.
CDC reaffirms mask guidance despite variants
The CDC maintains that fully vaccinated Americans can go without masks in most situations, even though the World Health Organization recommended everyone continue to wear masks to slow the spread of the Delta variant. Dr. Ron Elfenbein, medical director and owner of First Call Medical Center, joined CBSN to discuss this guidance and more on the pandemic.
Experts meeting on COVID-19 and kids
The CDC director will join doctors working with Johnson and Johnson, Pfizer, Moderna and the FDA to talk about the impact of COVID-19 on kids. The group will also discuss the role of pediatric vaccines and some of the uncertainties surrounding them. Internal medicine specialist and immunologist Dr. Neeta Ogden joined CBSN to discuss the meeting and the impact of the highly contagious Delta variant.
WorldView: Deadly ferry accident near Bali
We're following several international headlines, including a deadly ferry accident near Bali, Germany withdrawing all of its troops from Afghanistan, rare comments from Kim Jong Un over COVID-19 in North Korea, and new local lockdowns in Australia. CBS News foreign correspondent Chris Livesay joins "CBSN AM" with the roundup.
COVID vaccines may offer long-term immunity
CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning" to break down a new study that found mRNA COVID-19 vaccines likely produce long-term immunity against the coronavirus and discusses what is known about vaccine effectiveness as the more contagious Delta variant continues to spread.
Coronavirus cases rise in a dozen states
Coronavirus infections are rising in at least 12 states as the Delta variant spreads. As Janet Shamlian reports, experts warn some areas could see "very dense outbreaks." Then, Dr. Taison Bell, a critical care and infectious disease physician and the medical ICU director at the University of Virginia, joins CBSN's Mola Lenghi to discuss the latest.
Some vaccines linked to rare heart conditions
The FDA is adding a warning to some coronavirus vaccines that have been linked to rare heart inflammation in young people. Despite that risk, experts are still recommending vaccinations for everyone 12 and older because complications from the virus could be more severe. Nikki Battiste reports.
Heart condition tied to COVID-19 vaccines
Almost 400 teens and young adults have developed a heart condition after getting the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine. Dr. Tara Narula explains why officials still say the benefits of vaccines outweigh the risks.
Some COVID shots may be linked to rare heart problems in teens: CDC
The warning will come after a CDC advisory panel said data suggests a "likely association" between the vaccines and rare cases of heart inflammation in teens and young adults.
CDC: COVID shots may be linked to rare heart problems in teens
The FDA is adding a warning to Moderna and Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccines after a CDC advisory panel said data suggests a "likely association" between the vaccines and rare cases of heart inflammation in teens and young adults. Omar Villafranca reports.
Americans urged to get vaccinated as Delta variant spreads
The Delta variant, which was first detected in India, is now spreading around the globe. U.S. health officials say the Moderna and Pfizer mRNA vaccines are effective against the dangerous strain, but unvaccinated communities are still at high risk for infection. Dr. Annalee Baker is an emergency medicine physician at NYU Langone Health. She joined CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Delta coronavirus variant spreading in the U.S.
As CBS News' Skyler Henry reports, more than 600,000 people in the U.S. have died from the coronavirus. Then, CBS News reporter Alex Tin joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" with more on the coronavirus outbreak in the U.S., including the spread of the Delta variant and the CDC planning a meeting on rare heart inflammation following some COVID-19 vaccines
Nearly 900 New Yorkers got expired COVID-19 vaccine doses
The company responsible apologized and stressed that there's no danger to recipients.
Pfizer CEO on vaccine supply
Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla spoke with Jan Crawford about the state of the world's vaccine supply, and the world's commitment to donating more than a billion vaccine doses to poorer countries.
Doctor on COVID vaccines and heart health
The CDC is planning an emergency meeting next week on rare cases of heart inflammation, mostly occurring in younger men, following COVID-19 vaccination. Dr. William Schaffner, a professor a Vanderbilt University School of Medicine, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss this plus concerns about a decline in routine childhood vaccinations during the pandemic.
CDC to discuss heart inflammation cases
The CDC will hold an emergency meeting next to discuss reports of rare cases of heart inflammation in some young people who received a coronavirus vaccine. Dr. Bob Lahita joined CBSN to discuss that, plus Moderna seeking to offer its vaccine for adolescents and concerns about kids missing routine vaccinations during the pandemic.
Biden announces new global vaccine effort
President Biden has announced that the U.S. will be donating 500 million doses of coronavirus vaccine to countries in need. The announcement comes one day ahead of the G7 summit. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes and CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe join CBSN's Tanya Rivero with the latest.
U.S. to donate 500M Pfizer vaccine doses
The Biden administration plans to donate 500 million doses of the Pfizer COVID-19, vaccine to countries that need it most over the 12 months, with the first 200 million doses going out this year. Infectious disease expert Dr. Amesh Adalja joined CBSN to explain why helping other nations' vaccine efforts is important in global fight against the pandemic.
U.S. officials push to get young people vaccinated
Top U.S. officials are urging young people to get vaccinated as the Delta variant begins to spread. The dangerous variant has already become the dominant strain in the U.K. As CBS News' Nikki Battiste reports, Dr. Anthony Fauci says we "cannot let that happen" in the U.S. Then, Dr. Taison Bell, a University of Virginia critical care and infectious disease physician and medical ICU director, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with his analysis.
Contagious variant spreads, vaccinations slow
More than 6% of U.S. coronavirus infections have been linked to a highly contagious variant first detected in India and that is also spreading across the U.K. Dr. Neeta Ogden joined CBSN with more on this and the latest on COVID-19 vaccination efforts.
COVID shots may soon be available for kids
Moderna and Pfizer are in the process of making sure their COVID-19 vaccines are safe for younger children. Nikki Battiste reports.
U.S. COVID vaccinations slowing ahead of July 4 deadline
According to the CDC, more than 63% of Americans have their first dose of the COVID vaccination. But, an analysis by The Washington Post found that the country is now averaging fewer than 1 million shots per day. Health experts are concerned this slowdown might hinder the Biden administration's goal of having 70% of Americans with one vaccination by July 4. Brianna Abbott, health reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" to discuss.
CDC report shows rise in teen COVID hospitalizations
The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is urging parents to get their teenagers to get vaccinated against COVID-19 amid a spike in hospitalizations. Mola Lenghi has more.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
White House removes Trump post with racist footage of Obamas hours after defending it
The footage is included in a video that promotes false claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Mr. Trump.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home after new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Bad Bunny lyrics to know before his Super Bowl halftime show
With Bad Bunny headlining a historic Super Bowl halftime show, we highlight some of his most impactful lyrics in Spanish and English.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Republicans condemn Trump's racist video portraying the Obamas as apes
The criticism continued even after the White House removed the video after the initial backlash.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
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California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Truck driver spends decades carving a scale model masterpiece of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost 1 million structures.
Heightened security from dozens of local, federal agencies ahead of Super Bowl
More than 35 local, state and federal agencies have been working for the last 18 months to prepare for Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California.
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Lutnick and Epstein were in business together, Epstein files show
Though the commerce secretary has called his interactions with Epstein as "limited," the two were in business together four years after Epstein's 2008 guilty plea.
Dow crosses 50K for first time as stocks enjoy best day since May 2025
Resurgent technology stocks drove the rebound after a volatile week, while bitcoin also recouped losses.
Purported Nancy Guthrie ransom note demanded bitcoin. Could it be tracked?
Cryptocurrency transactions are often thought to be anonymous and untraceable. That's a misconception, experts tell CBS News.
Prediction markets soar ahead of the Super Bowl
Emboldened by loosened restrictions from federal regulators, prediction markets look to cash in on Super Bowl Sunday.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
Here's what to know about TrumpRx, including how it works, who can use it, and how much money it can save.
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Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
Appeals court endorses Trump policy of denying bond hearings to many ICE detainees
A federal appeals court on Friday endorsed the Trump administration's policy of holding broad groups of immigration detainees without access to bond hearings, a major legal victory for President Trump.
Pentagon says it's cutting ties with "woke" Harvard
The Pentagon says it will cut ties with Harvard University, ending graduate-level military training, fellowship and certificate programs.
Trump says he "didn't see" image depicting Obamas as apes in social media post
President Trump late Friday addressed a video posted to his social media account that included a racist depiction of Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, telling reporters he didn't see the part that showed the former president and first lady.
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Her deadly diagnosis only had 1 warning sign. Here's how she survived.
Becca Valle, then 37, enrolled in a cutting-edge clinical trial after surgery removed an aggressive tumor from her brain.
California urges avoiding wild mushrooms after deaths, liver transplants
More than three dozen cases of death cap mushroom poisonings have been reported in California since November, health officials said.
See the 43 drugs available on new discounted drug site TrumpRx
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White House launches TrumpRx discounted drug site
The Trump administration launched its new TrumpRx direct-to-consumer prescription drug listing site late Thursday, part of a push to offer medication at steep discounts.
Officials warn against drinking raw milk after baby dies from listeria
The New Mexico Department of Health said officials believe the baby contracted listeria after their mother drank raw milk during pregnancy.
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Skier Eileen Gu sports a personalized, detail-studded ski suit at Olympics
Gu qualified for the women's slopestyle final wearing an outfit with details inspired by her Chinese heritage and her personal quirks.
Some Team USA athletes speak out about politics at home
Skier Chris Lillis said he was "heartbroken about what's happened in the United States," while skater Amber Glenn said she "will not just be quiet."
Swiss skier Franjo von Allmen wins first gold medal of Milano Cortina Games
The second gold medal of the Milano Cortina Games was awarded to Frida Karlsson of Sweden in the women's 10km+10km skiathlon.
Injured Lindsey Vonn completes final training run ahead of Olympic race
"Just because it seems impossible to you doesn't mean it's not possible," Vonn says.
Zelenskyy says U.S. gave Ukraine, Russia a deadline for agreement to end war
If the June deadline is not met, the Trump administration will likely put pressure on both sides to meet it, Zelenskyy told reporters.
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Skier Eileen Gu sports a personalized, detail-studded ski suit at Olympics
Gu qualified for the women's slopestyle final wearing an outfit with details inspired by her Chinese heritage and her personal quirks.
Bad Bunny lyrics to know before his Super Bowl halftime show
With Bad Bunny headlining a historic Super Bowl halftime show, we highlight some of his most impactful lyrics in Spanish and English.
Where you can watch the 2026 Winter Olympics live
Don't miss a moment of the Winter Olympics. Here's how to watch live, for free and stream the action without cable.
Bad Bunny set for historic Super Bowl performance
Coming off a historic Grammy win, Bad Bunny is gearing up to make even more history at this weekend's Super Bowl. The musician is set to be the first Super Bowl headliner to perform completely in Spanish. Leila Cobo, co-chief content officer at Billboard, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Olympic skater gets last-minute approval for Minions-themed program
Spanish figure skater Tomas-Llorenc Guarino Sabate secured the rights to perform his Minions-themed program at the Milan Cortina Games hours before he was set to skate.
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Super Bowl fans warned to keep drones at home with flights banned over big game
The FAA says it is collaborating with the FBI to detect, track and assess unauthorized drone activity at the Super Bowl.
Ukrainian military drone simulator adapted for video gamers in world first
Gamers across the world can now recreate drone strikes in Ukraine from the comfort of their own home, with this newly released game.
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.
How will AI transform the workforce?
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger talks about how companies are using artificial intelligence, the discussion around the technology and how it's impacting the workforce.
Tesla, Waymo leaders defend product safety
Executives from Waymo and Tesla defended their self-driving vehicle technology in testimony before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports and Ian Krietzberg, an AI correspondent at the digital media company Puck, has more.
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Scientists "quite surprised" to find one polar bear population thriving
After decades monitoring polar bears in Norway's far north, researchers say the animals have proven incredibly adaptable, but there are no guarantees for the future.
Mysterious dark matter seen in new map of distant galaxies
Dark matter doesn't absorb or give off light so scientists can't study it directly. But they can observe how its gravity warps and bends the star stuff around it.
Cow develops technique to scratch herself
"CBS Saturday Morning" learns more about Veronika, the clever cow who figured out multiple ways to scratch herself with a broom. It was the first time a cow was seen using a tool.
Almanac: January 18
"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.
Fossils found at Dinosaur National Monument, first excavation in 100 years
The Dinosaur National Monument, which is located on the border between Colorado and Utah, was last excavated in 1924.
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Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
Luigi Mangione has outburst after hearing
Luigi Mangione had an outburst after a hearing on Friday in which the judge announced that his New York State trial will begin on June 8. CBS News legal reporter Katrina Kaufman is following the case.
Authorities tow car from Nancy Guthrie's home after new message
Local and federal authorities said "investigators are actively inspecting the information provided in the message for its authenticity" regarding the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie.
Investigators vetting Guthrie ransom note
Friday marked six days since Nancy Guthrie's apparent abduction, and Guthrie's three children have been posting on social media hoping to reach whoever may have taken her. CBS News' Andres Gutierrez reports and former FBI counterintelligence operative Eric O'Neill has more.
Mangione claims double jeopardy
Luigi Mangione had an outburst in a New York courtroom on Friday after a judge scheduled his state trial to begin before his federal case. The UnitedHealthCare CEO murder suspect claimed "this is the same trial twice" and called it "double jeopardy." CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more.
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What led NASA to delay Artemis II launch
NASA's first crewed moon mission in more than 50 years has been delayed until March at the earliest. During a routine dress rehearsal of the launch, persistent liquid hydrogen leaks were discovered in the Artemis II rocket. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood breaks it down.
NASA hopes to fix Artemis II moon rocket leak with on-pad repair
NASA plans to test the planned leak repair with a second dress rehearsal fueling test later this month.
NASA delays Artemis II launch
NASA delayed the Artemis II moon rocket launch after a hydrogen leak was found during a wet dress rehearsal, the agency announced Tuesday. CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood has the latest.
NASA begins mission to map the boundaries of our heliosphere
A NASA mission is underway to map the heliosphere, which is a huge protective bubble around the solar system that was created by the sun.
NASA moon launch off until March due to issues during tests
NASA says it can't try until March at the earliest to send a crewed spacecraft on a flight around the moon and back, due to hydrogen leaks during testing of the Artemis II rocket.
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Latest in Nancy Guthrie disappearance
Authorities said Friday they were inspecting an apparent new message relating to the disappearance of "Today" host Savannah Guthrie's mom, Nancy, after the family reported her missing from her home on Sunday.
The Sneak Attack on Katlyn Lyon | Post Mortem
48 Hours correspondents Erin Moriarty and Anne-Marie Green discuss the murder of Katlyn Lyon Montgomery and how her family turned to TikTok to demand justice.
Woman speaks out after surviving glioblastoma
Becca Valle thought her headaches were migraines. Brain surgery found a deadly form of cancer.
Officials review new message in Guthrie case
Officials said they are "aware of a new message" in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance on Friday. Authorities have not given details on the contents of the message. Former FBI special agent FBI Doug Kouns joins CBS News to discuss.
Man spent decades making model of New York City
Beginning in 2004, Joe Macken carved all five boroughs of New York City out of balsa wood, every site and stadium, and every bridge and building. His creation consists of almost one million structures. Steve Hartman has the story.