COVID hospitalizations reach new record low nationwide, CDC says
This is the first time fewer than 9,000 new weekly admissions were reported.
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Pfizer's Paxlovid still free, for now, after FDA grants full approval
Paxlovid, Pfizer's COVID-19 treatment pills, could go to the private market by late summer.
Long COVID includes these 12 symptoms, new study finds
A new study funded by the National Institutes of Health brings more understanding to the symptoms of long COVID, with the aim of helping lead to much-needed treatment options.
U.S. ends COVID-19 emergency. Here's what that means for you
The Biden administration is winding down some vaccine restrictions as the COVID-19 emergency ends.
CDC director Rochelle Walensky leaving the agency
Walensky has overseen the agency since the early days of the Biden administration.
COVID is no longer a global health emergency, WHO says
The World Health Organization declared an end to the global COVID-19 emergency, but said countries should not let down their guard.
Thousands of COVID tests recalled over bacteria risk, FDA warns
500,000 "Pilot COVID-19 At-Home Tests" distributed to CVS and 16,000 distributed to Amazon should be thrown out.
COVID fell to fourth leading cause of death for Americans in 2022
The virus ranked behind deaths from heart disease, cancer and drug overdoses in 2022.
Wisconsin Supreme Court won't order ivermectin use for COVID
Wisconsin's conservative-controlled Supreme Court ruled a hospital couldn't be forced to give a deworming drug to a patient with COVID-19, saying a county judge did not cite a legal basis for ordering the facility to administer ivermectin.
Chinese embark on a post-COVID spring break travel bonanza
While few Chinese are booking trips abroad yet, the country's domestic hotspots are having to turn people away and driving prices up to meet record demand.
Does "Arcturus" COVID variant cause pink eye? What officials say
The CDC estimates that XBB.1.16 is now more than 1 in 10 infections.
AstraZeneca: New COVID drug may guard against all variants of concern
The drugmaker says the FDA could clear the new COVID drug for immunocompromised in months.
Many seniors now eligible to get another COVID booster
The latest round of boosters comes amid a swath of changes now greenlighted by FDA and CDC to COVID-19 vaccines.
Biden signs bill ending COVID-19 national emergency
The White House had previously voiced its opposition to the bill.
Many U.S. soldiers packed on pounds during pandemic, making 10,000 obese
American Marines and sailors gained weight, as well, a study shows. And there's no sign that the trend is ending, underscoring longstanding concerns about the readiness of America's fighting forces.
Long COVID remains an uphill battle for many Americans
Long COVID has affected millions of people globally.
Biden admin warns of $35 billion shortfall for health emergency stockpile
Officials say needs have grown to sustain a pipeline of medical products stockpiled for public health threats.
COVID's education crisis: A lost generation?
Students forced into remote learning because of the pandemic lost valuable time in class; one nationwide study shows reading skills have dropped to their lowest point in 30 years. "Sunday Morning" talks with educators about what can be done.
House Intel panel chair weighs in on Xi visit, origins of COVID
GOP Rep. Mike Turner also discussed the impending declassification of intelligence on the the origins of COVID-19.
Appeals court blocks COVID vaccine mandate for federal workers
The ruling maintains the status quo, upholding a preliminary injunction blocking the mandate issued by a federal judge. The issue has drawn many conflicting judicial opinions.
COVID left some with damaged immune response, study finds
Scientists found a "major reduction" in a part of T cell responses in people who were infected before being vaccinated.
From addiction treatment to nursing homes, end of COVID rules will bring change
The Biden administration's decision to end the COVID-19 public health emergency in May will have ripple effects across the health care system.
A crippling impact of long COVID? Insomnia.
A crippling symptom of long COVID? Insomnia. CBS News spoke to a woman who experienced this, and doctors say she's not alone.
New genetic analysis finds clues to animal origin of COVID outbreak
Analysis presented to the WHO offers clues to whether animals, possibly raccoon dogs, were infected at the Huanan animal market in early 2020.
U.S. maternal mortality hit six-decade high blamed largely on COVID
The rate at which women — particularly Black and Hispanic women — die while pregnant, during or soon after childbirth in the U.S. was a concern even before the pandemic.
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COVID hospitalizations reach new record low nationwide, CDC says
This is the first time fewer than 9,000 new weekly admissions were reported.
Should you take off your shoes in the house? Scientists weigh in.
You probably clean your shoes if you step in something muddy or disgusting. But when you get home, do you always de-shoe at the door?
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
Pfizer's Paxlovid still free, for now, after FDA grants full approval
Paxlovid, Pfizer's COVID-19 treatment pills, could go to the private market by late summer.
Long COVID includes these 12 symptoms, new study finds
A new study funded by the National Institutes of Health brings more understanding to the symptoms of long COVID, with the aim of helping lead to much-needed treatment options.
Tina Turner opened up about her kidney health 2 months before her death
Two months prior to her death, Tina Turner opened up about putting herself "in great danger" by not taking action for her kidney health sooner.
More mpox cases reported as authorities brace for summer resurgence
Authorities recently reported finding drug-resistant strains of the monkeypox virus.
2 dead, over 200 may get meningitis after surgeries in Mexico, CDC says
The CDC says it's working with Mexican health officials and U.S. state and local health departments to respond to the outbreak among patients who traveled to Matamoros, across from Brownsville, Texas.
UCHealth doctor discusses biases, maternal mortality rate in Black women
Data shows maternal mortality is affecting women in the United States at an alarming rate, particularly Black women.
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Would Gabby Petito be alive if abuse warning signs were acted on earlier?
Gabby Petito, 22, died at the hands of her fiancé, Brian Laundrie. Now, her parents are asking if her murder could have been prevented, and hope others can be saved by learning her story.
State Farm to stop offering new home insurance policies in California
However, State Farm will continue to offer personal auto insurance policies in California, the company said.
Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Key artifact helps illuminate historic moment in JFK assassination
Nearly 60 years ago, reporter Bill Mercer broke the news to Lee Harvey Oswald on camera that he had been charged with murdering President John F. Kennedy.
Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general, impeached by state House
Ken Paxton will be immediately suspended pending a Senate trial.
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Russia's war in Ukraine is spurring investments in renewable energy
Investments in solar recently overtook oil for the first time, but the world still needs scale back fossil fuels to meet climate goals, energy group says.
Immigrants now represent a record share of U.S. workers
Almost 1 in 5 workers are now foreign-born, reversing a pandemic decline when immigration slowed.
Debt ceiling deadline is now June 5, Yellen says
Time is running short for House Republicans and the White House to reach an agreement on the debt ceiling to avoid default.
Where to go this summer for a family friendly vacation overseas
Flights to some parts of the globe are expected to be pricey, but there are still relative bargains to be found.
Powerball winner served lawsuit alleging he stole ticket
The suit is moving forward despite the California Lottery's confidence in its vetting process.
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Tentative debt ceiling deal reached to avert default
After days of intense negotiations and weeks of talks, an agreement in principle has been reached to raise the debt ceiling.
Ken Paxton, Texas attorney general, impeached by state House
Ken Paxton will be immediately suspended pending a Senate trial.
McCarthy still "an optimist" about debt ceiling deal
President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy spoke by phone Saturday evening CBS News learned, but a deal has not yet been reached.
DeSantis campaign to receive "unprecedented" money by super PAC
The PAC has been gathering online contributions with the purpose of funneling it to the official campaign.
Biden hopes for "evidence" of possible debt ceiling deal by Friday's end
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen set a new estimated "X" date for a possible government default if no deal is reached of June 5.
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COVID hospitalizations reach new record low nationwide, CDC says
This is the first time fewer than 9,000 new weekly admissions were reported.
Should you take off your shoes in the house? Scientists weigh in.
You probably clean your shoes if you step in something muddy or disgusting. But when you get home, do you always de-shoe at the door?
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
Pfizer's Paxlovid still free, for now, after FDA grants full approval
Paxlovid, Pfizer's COVID-19 treatment pills, could go to the private market by late summer.
Long COVID includes these 12 symptoms, new study finds
A new study funded by the National Institutes of Health brings more understanding to the symptoms of long COVID, with the aim of helping lead to much-needed treatment options.
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Ukrainian military chief hints that counteroffensive could be coming soon
A slickly produced video showed troops preparing for battle with American-made armored vehicles, artillery and rocket launchers.
Henry Kissinger, former U.S. diplomat, turns 100
Kissinger has been at the forefront of U.S. diplomacy for longer than most Americans have been alive.
Egyptian authorities unveil recently discovered ancient sites, artifacts
Egyptian antiquities authorities have unveiled ancient workshops and tombs they say were discovered recently at a Pharaonic necropolis just outside the capital Cairo.
U.S., Mexico seek international emergency over deadly fungal outbreak
Officials fear a repeat of a deadly outbreak from Mexico that killed nearly half of meningitis patients.
Russia's war in Ukraine is spurring investments in renewable energy
Investments in solar recently overtook oil for the first time, but the world still needs scale back fossil fuels to meet climate goals, energy group says.
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"Anatomy of a Fall" wins Palme d'Or; Japan, Turkey win Cannes acting awards
The awards were announced Saturday at the 76th edition of the Cannes Film Festival.
Brandy Clark performs "Tell Her You Don't Love Her"
Multi-Grammy nominee and country star Brandy Clark makes a return visit to our Saturday Sessions. This week, she's celebrating her fourth studio album and hit Broadway musical by performing from her new self-titled collection. Here is Brandy Clark with "Tell Her You Don't Love Her."
Brandy Clark performs "Northwest"
Multi-Grammy nominee and country star Brandy Clark makes a return visit to our Saturday Sessions. This week, she's celebrating her fourth studio album and hit Broadway musical by performing from her new self-titled collection. Here is Brandy Clark with "Northwest."
Brandy Clark performs "Ain't Enough Rocks"
Multi-Grammy nominee and country star Brandy Clark makes a return visit to our Saturday Sessions. This week, she's celebrating her fourth studio album and hit Broadway musical by performing from her new self-titled collection. Here is Brandy Clark with "Ain't Enough Rocks."
Book excerpt: "The Wind Knows My Name" by Isabel Allende
The New York Times bestselling author of such works as "The House of the Spirits" and "A Long Petal of the Sea" returns with a story that draws parallels between the Holocaust and the plight of children separated from their parents at the U.S. border.
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Smith on "real concern" about Chinese malware
The hacking operation code-named "Volt Typhoon" that targeted critical infrastructure in Guam and other locations in the United States is of "real concern," Microsoft president and vice chair Brad Smith tells "Face the Nation." Watch more of Margaret Brennan's interview with Smith Sunday on "Face the Nation."
Musk startup says it's been cleared to test brain implants in humans
Musk said the company would try to use the implants to restore vision and mobility in humans who had lost such abilities.
Private moon race ready for liftoff
As part of "CBS Mornings'" "American Innovation" series, Mark Strassmann reports on space quickly becoming the next economic frontier, if you can stick the landing.
Former Google executive speaks out against AI
Nearly 20 years ago, the movie "I, Robot" warned of an impending robot revolution powered by artificial intelligence that views humanity as "scum." Now, what was once science fiction has become a paramount concern for tech executives and futurists. Mo Gawdat, former chief business officer for Google's secretive research and development lab "X," joins CBS News to discuss the future of AI.
Surgeon general on kids' use of social media
U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has issued a new advisory about the effects of social media on young people's mental health. Dr. Murthy joins CBS News to discuss his report and what families can do to help ensure children safely use social media.
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Hurricanes and climate change: What's the connection?
Science tells us there's a connection between hurricanes and climate change. But how strong is it? And what can we expect for the future?
Unorthodox crops could be the future of food
Some scientists believe America's breadbasket could soon be at risk of potentially emptying, and they're warning a relentless drought is harming the nation's wheat crops. Science journalist Jenny Morber, who reports on climate resiliency and food, joined CBS News to discuss how researchers are trying to solve the problem.
Supreme Court weakens EPA power over wetlands
The Supreme Court has again weakened the power of the Environmental Protection Agency. This time it involves wetlands. Jess Bravin, Supreme Court correspondent for the Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News to break down the court's latest ruling and its implications for the environment.
Italy leads revolt against Europe's electric vehicle transition
PM Giorgia Meloni's far-right government tried and failed to block EU plans to ban all new fossil fuel-powered cars by 2035, but it's not giving up the fight entirely.
3 states reach deal on Colorado River water
Three of the seven Colorado River states - California, Arizona and Nevada - have agreed to cut their water usage by 3 million acre-feet by 2026. Some 40 million people and more than two dozen Native American tribes depend on the Colorado River. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy breaks down the details of the historic deal.
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Would Gabby Petito be alive if abuse warning signs were acted on earlier?
Gabby Petito, 22, died at the hands of her fiancé, Brian Laundrie. Now, her parents are asking if her murder could have been prevented, and hope others can be saved by learning her story.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton impeached
Ken Paxton, the embattled attorney general of Texas, was decisively impeached Saturday by the state House. The 20 articles of impeachment against Paxton included accusations of bribery, obstruction of justice and abuse of the public trust.
Funeral director pleads guilty to theft after decomposing bodies discovered
Randy Lankford, owner of Lankford Funeral Home and Family Center in Jeffersonville, faces a proposed sentence of 12 years.
Pennsylvania nurse accused of killing 2 patients with insulin, officials say
Heather Pressdee, 40, told investigators she allegedly administered insulin to the patients as "she had hoped they would slip into a coma and just pass away."
FBI offers $250,000 reward for man accused of killing his bride after wedding
Estrella Carrera was found dead in the bathtub of her home, still wearing the dress she wore to her wedding reception, authorities said.
Space
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Virgin Galactic returns to space with successful sub-orbital test flight
The first crewed flight of Virgin's spaceplane in two years sets the stage for customers to begin flights to the edge of space in June.
Astronaut Peggy Whitson touts commercial spaceflight, private space stations
In an interview with CBS News, Peggy Whitson discusses her commercial visit to the International Space Station.
Russian cargo ship docks at space station amid commercial crew visit
The Ax-2 private astronaut mission, two cargo launches and multiple spacewalks highlight a busy early summer aboard space station.
A Japanese lunar lander crashed on the moon. NASA just found the evidence.
A camera team was able to identify what NASA called "an unusual surface change" near where the lander was supposed to end up.
See stunning images of the sun by Earth's most powerful telescope
The incredible photos show sunspots and quiet areas on the sun's topmost layer.
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Summer music heats up 2023
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.
N.J. woman survives a home invasion, brutal stabbing by a young stranger
Despite losing three quarters of the blood in her body, Donna Ongsiako was able to help police find the person who almost took her life.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
How investigators solved murder of missing Florida woman
Vero Beach Police investigators focused on cellphone tower pings and surveillance footage cameras to catch a man who murdered his former girlfriend.
Lamar Johnson's 28-year fight for freedom
Lamar Johnson was convicted of Markus Boyd's murder in 1995. He always insisted he was innocent, but it would take almost three decades for a court to agree.
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Gabby Petito: The Untold Story
"48 Hours” explores Gabby Petito’s final days and the missed warning signs that might have saved her. "48 Hours" contributor Jericka Duncan reports.
Nationwide lifeguard shortage as summer arrives
A shortage of lifeguards across the U.S. could lead to safety concerns for public pools and beaches nationwide. Elise Preston reports.
Kamala Harris gives West Point commencement address
Vice President Kamala Harris made history Saturday by becoming the first woman to give the commencement address at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.
Artifact illuminates history in JFK assassination
Nearly 60 years ago, reporter Bill Mercer broke the news to Lee Harvey Oswald on camera that he had been charged with murdering President John F. Kennedy. That camera is now in a Dallas museum. Omar Villafranca has the story.
Ukrainian military chief on possible counteroffensive
Ukraine increased speculation that a counteroffensive against Russian forces could be imminent with a video released Saturday. Debora Patta reports.