Beijing braces for possible return to COVID lockdown as cases mount
The number of infections in China's capital is low by international standards, but with Shanghai a month into its draconian lockdown, Beijingers are anxious.
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Kamala Harris tests positive for COVID-19
Harris has no symptoms and has not been a close contact to President Biden in recent days due to travel, her office said.
More than half of Americans, and 3 in 4 kids, have had a COVID infection
In the wake of the Omicron variant wave over the winter, more than half of Americans are estimated to have antibodies from a previous infection.
White House aims to boost use of COVID drugs, citing plentiful supply
Federal officials say highly effective drugs have been underutilized and could help more Americans fight COVID-19.
Same cruise ship hit with third COVID-19 outbreak
CDC investigating Princess Cruise ship after people tested positive for the virus following voyages in January and March.
"I really felt a difference": How antiviral pills could help end COVID pandemic
The White House has announced plans to let thousands of participating pharmacies directly order highly effective COVID-19 treatments like Paxlovid antiviral pills.
United plans big expansion of flights to Europe this summer
Betting on a travel rebound, carrier will fly to new European destinations and add flights.
China starts mass-testing, local lockdowns in Beijing as COVID spreads
Some residents of the capital are stocking up on food, fearing the weeks-long draconian lockdown in Shanghai could be extended to their city.
Transcript: Dr. Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Dr. Scott Gottlieb that aired Sunday, April 24, 2022, on "Face the Nation."
Philadelphia to end mask mandate days after reinstating it
The mask mandate went into effect in Philadelphia on Monday.
Mask mandates return to college campuses as COVID-19 flares
After a brief return to pre-pandemic life, many college students are again wearing masks and taking classes online.
Big companies not living up to "living wage" vow to workers
Some of America's best-known corporations aren't delivering on their promise to invest in employees, think tank says.
What are cryptocurrencies, and how do they work?
Digital currency and blockchain technology are still fuzzy concepts to many Americans — here are some key concepts.
Fauci fears judge's mask ruling could set "dangerous precedent"
The president's chief medical adviser criticized the "disturbing" decision by "a judge with no experience in public health."
Justice Dept. appeals mask ruling after CDC says mandate still needed
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention asked the Justice Department to appeal the decision.
Airlines to allow certain passengers banned for violating mask policy to return
United, Delta and Alaska Airlines told CBS News they will review each case before making a decision.
As mask mandate is struck down, immunocompromised people contemplate travel plans
Uber and Lyft joined all U.S. airlines and Amtrak and announced that masks are now optional on all rides.
Shanghai allows 4 million people to leave their homes as virus rules ease
A total 12 million people in the city of 25 million are now allowed to go outdoors after the first round of easing last week.
Do you have to wear a mask on your flight? These airlines are dropping mandates
Though customers are free to continue wearing masks if they choose, passengers will not be required to mask up on many carriers for the first time in years.
Justice Department will appeal mask ruling if CDC says mandate is still needed
The DOJ said Tuesday that it disagrees with a district court's decision to end the mask mandate.
Uber and Lyft drop mask requirements
Uber and Lyft riders and drivers may now leave their masks at home, after a judge struck down a federal mask mandate.
Cheers, concerns as mask federal mandate struck down
Despite the relief by many passengers and airline staff, not everyone was pleased by the decision.
Boris Johnson says it "did not occur to me" that gathering broke COVID rules
Last week, Johnson was fined 50 pounds ($66) for attending his own surprise birthday party in June 2020, making him the first British prime minister ever found to have broken the law while in office.
What the federal mask mandate ruling could mean for future pandemics
For now, federal agencies are reviewing the judge's decision, a Biden administration official said.
TSA won't enforce transit mask mandate after judge voids it
A U.S. District Court judge in Florida ruled that the mask mandate exceeds the CDC's authority.
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