Doctor weighs in on COVID booster shots
Major Garrett spoke with Dr. Ashish Jha of the Brown University School of Public Health about the confusion surrounding COVID-19 booster shots.
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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.
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.
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Iran, Israel voice caveats on deal ahead of expected signing ceremony
Senior U.S. officials say President Trump and Iran's top negotiator have already remotely signed a memorandum of understanding ahead of an expected signing ceremony.
3,600 stock trades in 3 months: Breaking down Trump's flurry of investments
President Trump's investment accounts traded between $212 million and $695 million in stocks and other securities in the first three months of the year — an unprecedented sum for a sitting president.
Referee denied entry into U.S. was talking to "very bad people," official says
Andrew Giuliani, the executive director of the White House's World Cup task force and the son of former NYC Mayor Rudy Giuliani, said he stood by the U.S.'s decision to reject Omar Artan.
Supreme Court won't take up 98-year-old judge's bid to hear cases again
Judge Pauline Newman, who served on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, has been suspended from hearing cases because of concerns about her fitness to serve.
Vance denies that Iran will receive "billions of dollars of assets" in deal
Vice President JD Vance denied that Iran will receive "billions of dollars of assets" as part of a the U.S.-Iran deal that was announced Sunday and is set to be signed later this week.
Russian priest known as Putin's "confessor" hit by EU sanctions
Last year, Russia's FSB security service said it thwarted a Ukrainian-ordered plot to kill the priest.
Explore Trump's 3,600 stock trades from the first 3 months of 2026
View the companies and sectors the president's investment accounts bought and sold.
Norway crown princess's son sentenced to 4 years in prison for rape
Marius Borg Hoiby, the eldest son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been sentenced to four years in prison.
U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on children using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
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Why a cosmetics empire co-founder became a Catholic priest
Scott Vincent Borba was an accomplished business leader, making millions after he co-founded e.l.f. Cosmetics. Then he left everything behind to become a Catholic priest.
Skydivers on plane that crashed "didn't have time to jump," witness says
Eleven skydivers and the pilot were killed in a plane crash in Missouri shortly after takeoff on Sunday.
Trump in G7 summit in France as he touts signing of Iran memorandum
President Trump is in France for the annual G7 summit, as the world awaits a signing of a deal with Iran.
Electricity costs expected to hit record this summer, new analysis finds
A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
Hundreds of U.S. cities now have starter homes that cost $1 million
The number of metropolitan areas around the country with basic homes worth at least $1 million has tripled since 2020.
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Electricity costs expected to hit record this summer, new analysis finds
A new analysis projects how much Americans will pay for electricity from June to September, depending on their state of residence.
Hundreds of U.S. cities now have starter homes that cost $1 million
The number of metropolitan areas around the country with basic homes worth at least $1 million has tripled since 2020.
Oil prices sink, stocks soar after Trump announces deal with Iran
Markets rally on expectations that the agreement will ease global energy supply concerns, though analysts warn gas prices may remain elevated for some time.
Fox to acquire Roku in $22 billion deal
Fox said it will buy Roku for $160 per share in a cash-and-stock deal that it expects to complete in the first half of 2027.
3,600 stock trades in 3 months: Breaking down Trump's flurry of investments
President Trump's investment accounts traded between $212 million and $695 million in stocks and other securities in the first three months of the year — an unprecedented sum for a sitting president.
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Trump in G7 summit in France as he touts signing of Iran memorandum
President Trump is in France for the annual G7 summit, as the world awaits a signing of a deal with Iran.
Vance denies that Iran will receive "billions of dollars of assets" in deal
Vice President JD Vance denied that Iran will receive "billions of dollars of assets" as part of the U.S.-Iran deal that was announced Sunday and is set to be signed later this week.
Supreme Court rejects Carter Page's effort to revive suit over FBI surveillance
The Trump administration and Carter Page reached a $1.25 million settlement only of his claims against the federal government in April.
Supreme Court rejects case over school club's "Defund Planned Parenthood" signs
The dispute rejected by the Supreme Court involved the scope of students' free speech rights and schools' ability to restrict expression that could be viewed as reflecting their endorsement.
Supreme Court won't take up 98-year-old judge's bid to hear cases again
Judge Pauline Newman, who served on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, has been suspended from hearing cases because of concerns about her fitness to serve.
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They're uninsured after Obamacare became too costly. They're far from alone.
After congressional Republicans let expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans expire at the end of last year, some families have decided the price is too great of a financial burden and canceled their coverage.
Organic formula recalled after 3 babies diagnosed with infant botulism
The affected formula was sold at Target and at Nara.com, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
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Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
In Japan, life lessons in healthy eating
In the U.S. the percentage of obese adults is about ten times what it is in Japan. What differentiates the Japanese diet, and how are schools making it their mission to give Japanese children a taste of a healthy life?
Her Stage IV cancer had no symptoms. Innovative surgery saved her life.
A chance emergency room visit led to Amy Piccoli's diagnosis with late-stage colorectal cancer.
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Russian priest known as Putin's "confessor" hit by EU sanctions
Last year, Russia's FSB security service said it thwarted a Ukrainian-ordered plot to kill the priest.
"Spider-Man" climber dies in 400-foot fall into volcanic crater
A free climber dubbed the "Spider-Man of Yemen" died after falling almost 400 feet into a volcanic crater.
U.S. citizen arrested over alleged child sexual abuse in Colombia
Three children were found by authorities when they entered the suspect's apartment and were taken to a medical center to be evaluated, officials said.
U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
Norway crown princess's son sentenced to 4 years in prison for rape
Marius Borg Hoiby, the eldest son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has been sentenced to four years in prison.
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Billy Porter on "La Cage Aux Folles"
Billy Porter speaks with "CBS Mornings" about starring in the off-Broadway revival of the musical "La Cage Aux Folles," working with Wayne Brady and recent health issues.
America's Block Party to celebrate July 4th with benefit concert
America's Block Party will celebrate the nation's 250th birthday this Fourth of July with a benefit concert in Los Angeles and events in local communities around the country.
Singer Oliver Tree among 6 killed in helicopter collision over Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro's Military Fire Department said one of the helicopters crashed in the parking lot of a car dealership, where several electric vehicles were parked, igniting a fire.
6/14: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: The lack of obesity in Japan; Vice President JD Vance and second lady Usha Vance; former child star Bill Mumy; the past and future of the Houston Astrodome; a time capsule for America's 500th birthday; and soccer art made with gum wrappers.
Soccer art made from gum wrappers
Artist Lyndon J. Barrois Sr. painstakingly sculpts art depicting soccer players. His medium of choice? The humble chewing gum wrapper. Correspondent Luke Burbank talks with Barrois about his Los Angeles exhibit, "Fútbol Is Life: Animated Sportraits," which captures iconic moments from nearly 100 years of the World Cup in tiny pieces of paper and foil.
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Anthropic to meet Trump officials, Axios says
Anthropic's senior staff is planning to meet with White House officials amid a recent dispute over the company's safety measures. Maria Curi, a tech reporter for Axios, has more.
U.K. announces plan to ban social media for children under 16
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer hopes to have a ban on kids using social media that is "designed to be addictive" enacted by early next year.
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.
Prediction market traders face long odds
Prediction market platforms give fans the chance to make money on anything from predicting where Taylor Swift will get married to major sports. But a recent study found the top 1% of traders on Polymarket capture more than three-quarters of all gains. Jo Ling Kent spoke with a prediction market trader who wrote an AI-powered computer program to help him win big.
As SpaceX IPO launches, Texans near its Starbase HQ are mixed on the company
SpaceX's arrival in the region has been good for business, some Brownsville, Texas, residents say, while others rue its impact on the local community.
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Watch: Pentagon releases 6 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a third batch of UFO files on Friday, three weeks after its second drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
Goblin shark seen alive in natural deep-sea habitat for the first time
The goblin shark had only previously been seen when caught by fishermen and they died shortly afterward.
World's largest whale graveyard found by sub at bottom of ocean
The researchers saw many strange animals — many believed to be new to science — living off the whale carcasses.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Great white shark captured on video in Mediterranean in rare sighting
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
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U.S. citizen arrested over alleged child sexual abuse in Colombia
Three children were found by authorities when they entered the suspect's apartment and were taken to a medical center to be evaluated, officials said.
Man caught with 150 live venomous scorpions at airport
Police released an image of the venomous scorpions, which appear to be individually wrapped in plastic.
Woman dies after being thrown from bridge without safety cord
In videos of the accident circulating online, two men launch the woman off Skeleton Bridge, while onlookers realize there is no safety mechanism attached.
How an Iowa woman became a key witness in her own murder
The last words spoken by Angela Prichard, 55, an Iowa wife and mother who called 911 to report she was in danger, was the first clue investigators had to identify her killer.
Police dress up as World Cup mascots to carry out drug sting
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NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
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Latest on U.S.-Iran deal
President Trump said Monday that the terms of the U.S.-Iran deal will be released "sometime after Friday" as U.S. officials said the agreement had been signed electronically by both sides. CBS News' Aaron MacLean and Taurean Small have more.
Trump speaks with Zelenskyy, Putin
President Trump spoke separately with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday, while the countries continue trading strikes. CBS News' Leigh Kiniry has more.
ICE agent allegedly hit by car, police say
New Jersey officials are searching for a person who allegedly hit an ICE agent with their car. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul has more.
New York City preapres for Knicks parade
New York City erupted Saturday night after the Knicks beat the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Meanwhile, the city is planning a ticker tape parade for Thursday. CBS News' Lilia Luciano has more.
Lionel Messi debuting in 6th World Cup
Lionel Messi is set to make his sixth World Cup appearance on Tuesday as Argentina takes on Algeria. Paul Tenorio, a national soccer reporter for The Athletic, joins with more.