Austrian Parliament votes to make vaccines mandatory for most adults
The mandate is the strictest of its kind so far in the European Union.
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Mom sues Meta and Snap after daughter's suicide
Tammy Rodriguez alleges her daughter's suicide stemmed from an "extreme addiction" to the social media apps.
How are private insurers supplying free COVID-19 tests?
Roughly half of the nation's largest private insurers require Americans to seek reimbursement for home tests.
Study: Vaccine doesn't reduce fertility, but men's COVID infection might
Researchers from Boston University analyzed data from more than 2,000 couples trying to conceive.
Flight makes U-turn over Atlantic after passenger refuses to wear mask
American Airlines Flight 38 was heading to London with 129 passengers on board when it had to turn back.
Peloton shares slide after report it is pausing production
Maker of connected workout machines will temporarily stop making its signature bikes and treadmills, according to CNBC.
A record 9 million Americans are out sick amid COVID surge
The nation's worker shortage is intensifying as the Omicron variant spreads, impacting a range of industries.
How to avoid buying a fake home COVID-19 test
The FDA says criminals are posing as real sellers of home virus tests. Here's how to avoid getting ripped off.
Carhartt faces backlash after mandating worker vaccinations
CEO Mark Valade said an unvaccinated workforce is a "business risk that our company is unwilling to take."
Restaurant closed for accepting dog photos as vaccine proof
"Facility staff used a tablet to make it appear as if they were scanning a QR code when in fact the staff member was presented with a photograph of a dog," officials said.
Starbucks ends worker vaccine requirement after SCOTUS ruling
Biden plan to require vaccines or regular testing at large companies was blocked by Supreme Court last week.
Less than half of Americans can cover $1,000 bill, survey finds
New poll underscores how many people are living close to the financial edge, with inflation adding to the strain.
England is about to drop virtually all anti-COVID restrictions
Prime Minister Boris Johnson says thanks to booster shots and people following the rules, the Omicron wave "has now peaked" in the U.K., so the rules are being lifted.
Pfizer CEO awarded $1M Genesis Prize for COVID-19 vaccine
Albert Bourla said he accepted prize "on behalf of all my Pfizer colleagues who answered the urgent call of history."
Biden administration to give out 400 million free N95 masks
The highly-protective masks will be distributed through pharmacies and health centers nationwide.
Lawmakers call for investigation into at-home COVID test price gouging
Senators Ed Markey and Richard Blumenthal say the Omicron variant is creating conditions "ideal for predatory and profiteering behavior" including selling fraudulent kits or charging exorbitant prices.
Here's how to request free at-home COVID tests today
Americans may order four at-home tests per household as part of the Biden administration's strategy to make tests accessible.
Red Cross sees uptick in blood donation after declaring crisis
The Red Cross said the outpouring of support is a step in the right direction, but it needs more donations to overcome the crisis.
Free COVID-19 test rollout begins early online
The U.S. Postal Service is already collecting orders for free test deliveries – a day ahead of schedule.
Omicron could force more restaurant closures
"Whether we reopen is completely contingent on whether we receive RRF funding," said one restaurant owner.
South Africa is over Omicron, and that may be good news for the U.S.
Scientists believe the country has "reached a turning point in this pandemic," and their experience, along with similar pictures emerging in the U.K. and New York, is cause for optimism.
New Virginia governor signs orders on critical race theory, masks
Youngkin was sworn in as Virginia's 74th governor Saturday.
COVID depletes collection plates at churches nationwide
"We're surviving. … But we have felt the hurt," said one pastor in Nashville, Tennessee.
China cancels Olympic ticket sales as Omicron arrives in Beijing
Officials had planned to sell residents seats for Winter Games events, but as COVID spreads, the government will now "organize spectators" itself.
Djokovic's vaccine refusal may see him barred from French Open, too
French officials say a new law requiring COVID vaccination for anyone entering sports venues will apply to athletes, without exceptions.
Health
How are private insurers supplying free COVID-19 tests?
Roughly half of the nation's largest private insurers require Americans to seek reimbursement for home tests.
Study: Vaccine doesn't reduce fertility, but men's COVID infection might
Researchers from Boston University analyzed data from more than 2,000 couples trying to conceive.
How to avoid buying a fake home COVID-19 test
The FDA says criminals are posing as real sellers of home virus tests. Here's how to avoid getting ripped off.
Southwest ejected disabled passenger who pulled down her mask, lawsuit claims
The 68-year old Florida resident was yelled at, berated and ejected after pulling down her mask to drink water, suit claims.
Starbucks ends worker vaccine requirement after SCOTUS ruling
Biden plan to require vaccines or regular testing at large companies was blocked by Supreme Court last week.
England is about to drop virtually all anti-COVID restrictions
Prime Minister Boris Johnson says thanks to booster shots and people following the rules, the Omicron wave "has now peaked" in the U.K., so the rules are being lifted.
Pfizer CEO awarded $1M Genesis Prize for COVID-19 vaccine
Albert Bourla said he accepted prize "on behalf of all my Pfizer colleagues who answered the urgent call of history."
Biden administration to give out 400 million free N95 masks
The highly-protective masks will be distributed through pharmacies and health centers nationwide.
Lawmakers call for investigation into at-home COVID test price gouging
Senators Ed Markey and Richard Blumenthal say the Omicron variant is creating conditions "ideal for predatory and profiteering behavior" including selling fraudulent kits or charging exorbitant prices.
Here's how to request free at-home COVID tests today
Americans may order four at-home tests per household as part of the Biden administration's strategy to make tests accessible.
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Senator Kyrsten Sinema formally censured by Arizona Democratic Party
Sinema's censure came as "a result of her failure to do whatever it takes to ensure the health of our democracy," the party said.
Calls for more security funding intensify after synagogue hostage standoff
The Homeland Security secretary supports doubling funding for a grant program that can help nonprofits, including places of worship, increase their security.
Authorities warn not to approach monkey missing after truck crash
A trailer carrying 100 monkeys to a lab crashed in Danville on Friday afternoon.
Regina King's son Ian Alexander Jr. has died at 26: "Our family is devastated"
He was King's only child.
Baltic nations to send missiles to Ukraine with U.S. support
Washington says it fully endorses the move amid Kyiv's escalating tensions with Russia.
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Senator Kyrsten Sinema formally censured by Arizona Democratic Party
Sinema's censure came as "a result of her failure to do whatever it takes to ensure the health of our democracy," the party said.
Calls for more security funding intensify after synagogue hostage standoff
The Homeland Security secretary supports doubling funding for a grant program that can help nonprofits, including places of worship, increase their security.
Baltic nations to send missiles to Ukraine with U.S. support
Washington says it fully endorses the move amid Kyiv's escalating tensions with Russia.
South Dakota governor unveils proposal to ban almost all abortions
It mimics a Texas law that leaves enforcement up to private citizens through lawsuits.
This week on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," January 23, 2022
Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, and Representative Bennie Thompson and more appear on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" Sunday.
Health
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How are private insurers supplying free COVID-19 tests?
Roughly half of the nation's largest private insurers require Americans to seek reimbursement for home tests.
Study: Vaccine doesn't reduce fertility, but men's COVID infection might
Researchers from Boston University analyzed data from more than 2,000 couples trying to conceive.
How to avoid buying a fake home COVID-19 test
The FDA says criminals are posing as real sellers of home virus tests. Here's how to avoid getting ripped off.
Southwest ejected disabled passenger who pulled down her mask, lawsuit claims
The 68-year old Florida resident was yelled at, berated and ejected after pulling down her mask to drink water, suit claims.
Starbucks ends worker vaccine requirement after SCOTUS ruling
Biden plan to require vaccines or regular testing at large companies was blocked by Supreme Court last week.
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IRS will require people to sign up with ID.me to access their online accounts
Starting this summer, an ID.me account will be required to view a tax transcript or pull up payment history on IRS.gov.
Americans are quitting at record rates, led by these 5 states
Workers are quitting at the highest rates in states where unemployment is low and employers are desperate to hire.
Why one famed investor is fretting about "superbubbles"
Jeremy Grantham is famous for spotting stock market crashes before they occur. The next one will be a doozy, he predicts.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams converts first paycheck into crypto
"New York is the center of the world, and we want it to be the center of cryptocurrency," the city's new mayor said.
A record 9 million Americans are out sick amid COVID surge
The nation's worker shortage is intensifying as the Omicron variant spreads, impacting a range of industries.
World
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Heavy fighting continues for 3rd day to stop ISIS prison break attempt in Syria
The prison attack marks ISIS' biggest operation in Syria since its defeat in 2019.
Baltic nations to send missiles to Ukraine with U.S. support
Washington says it fully endorses the move amid Kyiv's escalating tensions with Russia.
Austrian Parliament votes to make vaccines mandatory for most adults
The mandate is the strictest of its kind so far in the European Union.
U.S. expands "Remain in Mexico" policy to busiest border sector
The move means asylum-seekers will be returned to an area of Mexico the U.S. warns Americans not to visit because of rampant crime and kidnappings.
Huge, deadly explosion caused by tragic road crash in Ghana
A truck carrying explosives intended for mining collided with a motorcycle, setting off a blast that left a massive crater, and more than a dozen people dead.
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Regina King's son Ian Alexander Jr. has died at 26: "Our family is devastated"
He was King's only child.
LP performs "Lost On You"
This morning on Saturday Sessions: a return visit from LP. In 2012, one of her songs was used in a Citibank ad. Her sound was so compelling that thousands sought out the source and propelled her emerging career. She's released six albums, written songs for the likes of Cher and Rihanna, and is about to embark on a world tour. Performing from Los Angeles, here is LP with "Lost on You."
LP performs "Girls Go Wild"
This morning on Saturday Sessions: a return visit from LP. In 2012, one of her songs was used in a Citibank ad. Her sound was so compelling that thousands sought out the source and propelled her emerging career. She's released six albums, written songs for the likes of Cher and Rihanna, and is about to embark on a world tour. Performing from Los Angeles, here is LP with "Girls Go Wild."
LP performs "Angels"
This morning on Saturday Sessions: a return visit from LP. In 2012, one of her songs was used in a Citibank ad. Her sound was so compelling that thousands sought out the source and propelled her emerging career. She's released six albums, written songs for the likes of Cher and Rihanna, and is about to embark on a world tour. Performing from Los Angeles, here is LP with "Angels.”
Brian Cox on “Succession,” career
Actor Brian Cox plays the billionaire father of one of the most dysfunctional families on television. You might be surprised to hear how he compares himself to his character on the HBO show “Succession." Jeff Glor spoke with him about that and his autobiography.
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The future of space commerce
In the early days, space exploration was purely a project of the government. But a push toward privatization is well underway. Barry Petersen takes a look at some of the groundwork being done here on Earth to turn space into a center of commercial activity.
Biden addresses U.S. supply chain issues
President Biden announced a new semiconductor facility will be built in Ohio to help alleviate supply chain issues. Plus, the Biden administration is preparing for a potential Russian invasion of Ukraine. Reuters White House correspondent Jeff Mason joins CBSN's Lana Zak to break down the latest news.
Mom sues Meta and Snap after daughter's suicide
Tammy Rodriguez alleges her daughter's suicide stemmed from an "extreme addiction" to the social media apps.
Netflix tanks again as investors question growth prospects
Streaming giant's stock price has fallen sharply after management said they expect to add fewer subscribers.
IRS will require people to sign up with ID.me to access their online accounts
Starting this summer, an ID.me account will be required to view a tax transcript or pull up payment history on IRS.gov.
Science
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Webb space telescope nearing destination a million miles away
If all goes well, Webb will be 100 times more powerful than Hubble — so sensitive to infrared light that it could detect the faint heat of a bumble bee as far away as the moon.
FDA works to approve vaccines for kids under 5
The White House is now working to provide Americans with free N95 masks and at-home COVID-19 test kits. Meanwhile, the Food and Drug Administration is reviewing the vaccines for kids under the age of 5. Emergency medicine physician Dr. Owais Durrani joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest efforts to combat the virus.
COVID cases floor Missouri Children's Hospital
Dr. Anthony Fauci said he "absolutely did not know when the FDA will authorize" a COVID vaccine for young children — walking back comments he made indicating that could happen within a month. It comes as infections among children are soaring across the country. Carter Evans has more.
Massive coral reef found in Tahiti "twilight zone"
Humans and climate change are killing the world's reefs. The latest discovery of one of the largest deepwater reefs offers hope they can survive.
Sea dragon fossil discovered
An almost-perfect fossil of a 180-million-year-old reptile was discovered in a drained reservoir in England. As Charlie D'Agata reports, the rare find of the bones of a "Sea Dragon" that is over 33-feet long may help scientists learn about why these beasts failed to adapt to a changing climate.
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1 NYPD officer killed, another "fighting for his life" after shooting in Harlem
"I am struggling to find the words to express the tragedy we're enduring," New York City Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell said Friday.
NYPD officials give update on Harlem shooting
New York City officials spoke Friday after a 22-year-old officer was killed in a shooting while on duty. Watch the press conference here.
Two men face charges after separate incidents of unruly behavior on flights
The charges announced by the Department of Justice come after the Federal Aviation Administration and FBI said they were working on a new process for taking legal action in cases of egregious behavior.
Laundrie claimed responsibility for Petito's death
The FBI revealed that a notebook found with the remains of Brian Laundrie "contained written statements claiming responsibility" for Gabby Petito's death. The FBI said it is officially closing its investigation.
Man charged with threatening election officials
There's been a surge of threats against government officials over the last year related to the pandemic and the 2020 election. The latest involves a Texas man who the Justice Department says threatened to kill top government officials in Georgia. Jeff Pegues has the details.
Space
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Webb space telescope nearing destination a million miles away
If all goes well, Webb will be 100 times more powerful than Hubble — so sensitive to infrared light that it could detect the faint heat of a bumble bee as far away as the moon.
Atlas 5 launches two Space Force satellites
The two satellites will monitor other spacecraft in the high altitudes favored by communications stations and spycraft.
SpaceX continues rapid-fire launch cadence
It was SpaceX's third orbital launch in just 12 days.
"Potentially hazardous" asteroid to have close encounter with Earth
January 18 will be the closest the asteroid has come to Earth since 1933.
Why do astronauts get "space anemia"? This study has an answer.
The world-first study found that more than 3 million red blood cells were killed a second in space, compared to just 2 million on Earth.
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Top U.S. athletes to watch at Beijing Winter Olympics
Thousands of the world's best athletes are getting ready for the Beijing Winter Olympics. These top Americans should be on your list to watch.
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Bizarre clues and evidence in the investigation into the Colorado mother's disappearance include a spy pen, plastic needle cap, and a chipmunk alibi.
Ranking every Super Bowl, from worst to first
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Notable Deaths in 2022
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Sidney Poitier 1927-2022
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Saturday marks 49 years since Roe v. Wade
It has been 49 years since the Supreme Court handed down the historic Roe v. Wade decision. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford has more on the anniversary. Then, Columbia Law School professor Carol Sanger joins CBSN to discuss the future of Roe v. Wade.
Can talks in Eastern Europe ease tension
The first shipment of security assistance from the U.S. has arrived in Ukraine. It includes nearly 200,000 pounds of military equipment and ammunition for frontline defenders. This comes after the U.S. and Russia's top diplomats met in Geneva to deescalate tensions. CBS News correspondent Christina Ruffini has the latest. Then, retired CIA chief of Russian operations Steve Hall explains the impact of security assistance.
Being Different in the Delta
A new episode of CBSN Originals' Reverb series explores the history of anti-Asian racism in Mississippi's Delta region and a new generation that's demanding change.
Biden enters year two with 44% approval rating
As President Biden enters the second year of his presidency, he's dealing with a declining approval rating. This includes Independent and young voters -- two groups that have leaned Democratic in recent elections. Leslie Sanchez, CBS News political analyst and Republican strategist, and Joel Payne, CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist, join CBSN to discuss.
LP performs "Lost On You"
This morning on Saturday Sessions: a return visit from LP. In 2012, one of her songs was used in a Citibank ad. Her sound was so compelling that thousands sought out the source and propelled her emerging career. She's released six albums, written songs for the likes of Cher and Rihanna, and is about to embark on a world tour. Performing from Los Angeles, here is LP with "Lost on You."