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Zika Virus
Will Zika return? What pregnant women and others need to know
Three years after Zika virus first made headlines, some of its mysteries have been solved – but not all
"Our children are forgotten": Zika's devastating impact 3 years later
Children born at the height of the Zika epidemic are now 3 years old, and many questions remain about what their futures hold
1 in 7 children of Zika-infected moms have health issues, study finds
The findings come from the first long-term study of babies affected by the Zika virus in the U.S.
Zika may linger in semen for shorter time than thought
New research suggests guidelines in place for protecting against the sexual transmission of Zika virus may need to be re-evaluated
More birth defects in U.S. areas where Zika spread
New government report finds a spike in potential Zika-linked birth defects in the last half of 2016 compared with births in the first half of that year
Sexually transmitted Zika case confirmed in Miami-Dade
The individual's partner recently traveled to areas where Zika transmission could occur, Florida health officials say
Could Zika virus help battle deadly brain cancer?
The research is in the early stages, but appears promising, scientists say
Florida confirms sexually transmitted Zika case
Florida health officials confirmed the case in Pinellas County after the patient's partner apparently got infected in Cuba
Pregnant or trying? Don't let Zika guard down
While cases of the birth defect-causing virus have dropped sharply from last year's peak, Zika hasn't disappeared from the region, experts warn
Children of Zika-positive moms
Florida's rainy season is ramping up, and so is the threat of mosquitoes carrying the Zika virus. More than 5,000 people in the U.S. have reported having Zika since last year. Most people caught it overseas, but nearly all 224 locally-transmitted cases in 2016 happened in Florida. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Doctors keep close tabs on children of Zika-positive moms
Florida's rainy season is ramping up, and so is the threat of mosquitoes carrying the virus
Zika outbreak
Spring is here and with it comes the threat of Zika, the virus spread by mosquitoes. So far this year, 18 women in the Rio Grande Valley have been infected with the virus linked to birth defects. Dr. Jon LaPook reports from Brownsville, Texas.
Zika-infected mom's baby faces uncertain future
Rising temperatures, and the start of mosquito season, have the Rio Grande Valley in southern Texas worried about Zika
Zika virus can trigger epilepsy
Researchers say more defects and illnesses linked to Zika are emerging
Alarming rate of birth defects in U.S. cases of Zika
A new report confirms "indisputable evidence that Zika has a great capacity to cause birth defects, especially in the first trimester”
Genetically modified mosquito use considered in Houston
Mosquitoes that can carry Zika virus, dengue fever and chikungunya are common in the Houston region
Men in 3 Florida counties warned not to donate sperm
Health officials say sperm donations from South Florida could carry small risk of spreading Zika
Virus linked to heart trouble in some adults
For the first time, doctors have tied Zika infection to dangerous heart problems
Birth defects risk 20 times higher for Zika-infected moms
Preventing Zika infection during pregnancy is a priority, health officials say
Locally transmitted Zika in Texas?
Officials in Texas have found a possible case of locally transmitted Zika in the state. CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and CBS News medical contributor Dr. Tara Narula spoke to "CBS This Morning: Saturday" about the spreading virus.
Morning Rounds
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook and CBS News medical contributor Dr. Tara Narula join "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the first possible case of locally transmitted Zika in Texas, the impact of psilocybin, a hallucinogenic drug used on cancer patients dealing with anxiety and depression, and more.
Zika study in U.S. pregnant women tracks birth defect rate
Study finds even some women who did not have symptoms had babies with birth defects
Florida is Zika-free, but don't get too comfortable
Colder days and control efforts can tamp down Zika mosquitoes, but they can rebound even during short bouts of warmer weather
Texas reports first Zika case from local mosquito bite
Texas would be the second U.S. state, after Florida, where mosquitoes have spread the virus
Health
Health
New link between mental health and arthritis
Clinical health psychologist Dr. Natalie Datillo explains how patients can make connections to reduce pain and increase mobility.
Global Citizen CEO on ending extreme poverty
Global Citizen is an international advocacy organization dedicated to ending extreme poverty. Co-founder and CEO Hugh Evans joins “CBS Mornings” to share details on the recent two-day summit with over 200 notable speakers and the upcoming fall festival happening in New York City.
Pfizer says 3-dose vaccine effective in kids
Pfizer said its three-dose COVID vaccine for kids younger than 5 is 80% effective against illness from the Omicron variant.
U.S. investigates suspected monkeypox cases
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said there are four more suspected cases of monkeypox being investigated in the U.S. The World Health Organization said many of those infected identify as gay and bisexual men, but emphasized that anyone can develop and spread monkeypox. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
Doctors baffled by severe hepatitis in kids as CDC confirms 180 cases
A South Dakota toddler is one of at least 180 kids infected with severe hepatitis across 36 U.S. states and territories since October, according to the CDC.
Monkeypox likely spread by sex at 2 raves in Europe, expert says
World Health Organization has recorded more than 90 cases of monkeypox in a dozen countries including Britain, Spain, Israel, France, Switzerland, Australia and the U.S.
How monkeypox spreads and why current cases are something "we've never seen"
As the CDC confirms a case in Boston, Dr. Jon LaPook discusses why the potentially fatal disease, now found in 12 countries outside Africa, is being taken seriously by public health officials.
Helping kids in a mental health crisis
Senior clinical psychologist Jamie Howard, from the Child Mind Institute, joins "CBS Mornings" to share her tips on helping kids and teenagers through anxiety, depression and suicidal thoughts.
Severe hepatitis in kids baffles doctors
A worldwide rise in severe hepatitis in kids is baffling scientists, with at least 180 children infected in the U.S. CBS News senior medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula spoke to one family that suddenly found themselves in a life-or-death situation with their little girl.
Pfizer says 3 of its COVID shots give kids under 5 strong protection
The company says it'll give U.S. regulators the data soon. Moderna is already seeking U.S. clearance to vaccinate kids 5 and under.
Monkeypox cluster cases raising concerns
Cluster cases of monkeypox are rising after the potentially dangerous virus spread to the U.S. and Europe. CBS News' chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the outbreak.
U.S.
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Expert on how soaring diesel prices will impact Americans this summer
According to AAA, the current national average for a gallon of gasoline is $4.59 as Americans head into the Memorial Day weekend.
Walmart apologizes for Juneteenth ice cream after backlash
Critics described the ice cream as a "problematic" attempt to cash in on the holiday commemorating the end of U.S. slavery.
Pelosi responds to archbishop denying her communion over abortion stance
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi noted the Catholic Church isn't reprimanding lawmakers who support the death penalty.
Psaki joining MSNBC, with plans to get her own streaming show
The former White House press secretary will start with the network in fall.
Airbnb ends rentals in China as country enforces "zero-COVID"
The Chinese government has blocked foreign tourists from visiting the country since the pandemic hit in early 2020.
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These U.S. companies are still doing business in Russia
Starbucks and McDonald's are leaving, but other food chains and American companies are "digging in," Yale professor says.
Property taxes too high? Here's how to appeal your tax bill.
U.S. counties and cities are reassessing property values as home prices soar, leading to bigger tax bills for some.
In these locations, gas costs more than the U.S. minimum wage
A handful of gas stations are charging $7.25 or more for a gallon of gas as fuel prices hit another record.
Airbnb ends rentals in China as country enforces "zero-COVID"
The Chinese government has blocked foreign tourists from visiting the country since the pandemic hit in early 2020.
Walmart apologizes for Juneteenth ice cream after backlash
Critics described the ice cream as a "problematic" attempt to cash in on the holiday commemorating the end of U.S. slavery.
Politics
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Pelosi responds to archbishop denying her communion over abortion stance
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi noted the Catholic Church isn't reprimanding lawmakers who support the death penalty.
Psaki joining MSNBC, with plans to get her own streaming show
The former White House press secretary will start with the network in fall.
The former Army colonel in charge of searching for Supreme Court leaker
Gail Curley is the Supreme Court's 11th Marshal and the second woman to hold the post.
McCormick sues over counting mail ballots in Pennsylvania Senate race
The lawsuit asks the state's Commonwealth Court to require counties to promptly count mail-in ballots that lack a required handwritten date on the return envelope.
Judge who delivered first acquittals in Jan. 6 cases set to oversee another trial
Judge Trevor McFadden, a Trump appointee, ruled on two separate misdemeanor cases where defendants were found not guilty of most charges.
Health
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Health
New link between mental health and arthritis
Clinical health psychologist Dr. Natalie Datillo explains how patients can make connections to reduce pain and increase mobility.
Global Citizen CEO on ending extreme poverty
Global Citizen is an international advocacy organization dedicated to ending extreme poverty. Co-founder and CEO Hugh Evans joins “CBS Mornings” to share details on the recent two-day summit with over 200 notable speakers and the upcoming fall festival happening in New York City.
Pfizer says 3-dose vaccine effective in kids
Pfizer said its three-dose COVID vaccine for kids younger than 5 is 80% effective against illness from the Omicron variant.
U.S. investigates suspected monkeypox cases
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said there are four more suspected cases of monkeypox being investigated in the U.S. The World Health Organization said many of those infected identify as gay and bisexual men, but emphasized that anyone can develop and spread monkeypox. Dr. Jon LaPook has more details.
Doctors baffled by severe hepatitis in kids as CDC confirms 180 cases
A South Dakota toddler is one of at least 180 kids infected with severe hepatitis across 36 U.S. states and territories since October, according to the CDC.
World
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8 women, 3 men dead after gunmen open fire on hotel, bars in Mexico
Witnesses said the victims were shot, after which the attackers poured gasoline to set the establishments on fire.
One Ukrainian fighter's journey from the boardroom to the battlefield
Seva Kozhmyako was a wealthy businessman before the Russian invasion. His story highlights a key battlefield advantage he says Ukraine has over Russia.
Time releases list of 100 most influential people of 2022
From a billionaire personally funding the fight against climate change to protectors of human rights, these are the people dubbed Time's 100 most influential for 2022.
What is the U.S. doing to deter China from attacking Taiwan?
CBS News sees U.S. Marines train for warfare in terrain just like Taiwan's as Biden bolsters alliances in the region. It's all a clear message to Beijing.
Duterte on Putin: "I kill criminals, I don't kill children and the elderly"
Duterte, who openly calls Putin an idol and a friend, voiced his rebuke for the first time over Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Entertainment
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Watch Live: Testimony continues in Johnny Depp and Amber Heard case
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
London singer goes viral for hit covers songs
Vladimir Duthiers shares the story of a London-based singer who is putting a smile on many people's faces. Yvonne MK's soulful covers of songs like "Blinding Lights" and "Iris" have garnered millions of views on TikTok, and helped brighten people’s moods during the darkest days of the pandemic.
Surgeon testifies Johnny Depp's hand injury was likely not from a bottle
Depp is suing Heard for libel over a 2018 op-ed she wrote describing herself as "a public figure representing domestic abuse."
Colin Cantwell, designer of "Star Wars" spaceships and Death Star, dies at 90
The artist's concept sketches and prototype models for the X-Wing, TIE fighters and the Star Destroyer, as well as the Empire's "ultimate weapon," helped set the aesthetic for George Lucas' space epic.
Kurt Cobain's iconic guitar sold for $4.5 million at auction
The guitar was expected to sell between $600,000 to $800,000, according to Julien's Auctions. The person who bought it will be displaying it at a free exhibit.
Technology
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Technology
Kids talk impact of cell phones
Nate Burleson sits down with kids to discuss the affects of cell phones and social media on their growth and development. They address the pressures of having a cell phone at an early age.
Activision Blizzard workers vote to unionize, an industry first
Microsoft, which is in the process of buying the Call of Duty publisher for nearly $69 billion, says it will not interfere.
Mark Zuckerberg sued over Cambridge Analytica
Washington D.C. attorney general Karl Racine is suing Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg over his alleged involvement in the Cambridge Analytica scandal. The lawsuit accuses Zuckerberg of directly participating in decision-making that allowed the Trump-allied political consulting firm to steal personal data of millions of Facebook users. CBS News tech reporter Dan Patterson joins Tanya Rivero and Tony Dokoupil with details.
Self-tracking your health data
Experts say wearable devices like smartwatches that continually monitor your health data and alert you to potential problems may one day detect potential medical conditions ranging from heart issues and stroke to cancer.
Tracking your health data through wearable devices
Experts say devices like smartwatches that continually monitor your health data can also give you early warnings about medical problems before a doctor might. Correspondent David Pogue looks at how self-tracking data may one day help detect conditions like infectious diseases, type II diabetes, heart conditions or even cancer.
Science
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Chanting climate change activists disrupt Shell shareholders meeting
Some sang "We will, we will stop you!" to the tune of Queen's 1977 rock anthem "We will rock you." Some glued themselves to their seats.
U.S. and Japan teaming to put first Japanese astronaut on moon
No non-American has ever touched down on the lunar surface, and Japan has previously said it hopes to achieve a Moon landing by the end of this decade.
"Efficient predator": Invasive green crab found in new area
The Carcinus maenas — or "raving mad crab" — preys on juvenile clams, out-competes native crab species and wreaks havoc on marine ecosystems.
Major climate indicators set "alarming" records in 2021, U.N. says
The ocean is more acidic than it's been in 26,000 years and hotter than ever as greenhouse gases continue to flood the atmosphere. Here's what it could mean for the climate crisis.
Who will suffer the most as climate change fuels heat waves in India?
As scientists warn heat waves are 100 times more likely in the region, millions of workers can't afford to take a day off, even if the heat could kill them.
Crime
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8 women, 3 men dead after gunmen open fire on hotel, bars in Mexico
Witnesses said the victims were shot, after which the attackers poured gasoline to set the establishments on fire.
Acquitted of teacher's murder, man gets 10 years for hiding her body
A history teacher and former beauty queen, Grinstead vanished at age 30 from her home in Ocilla, Georgia.
Love triangle said to be behind pro cyclist's murder
Authorities say Kaitlyn Armstrong shot and killed Wilson in a fit of jealous rage, allegedly for having an affair with Armstrong's boyfriend, who's also a top-rated pro cyclist.
Judge who delivered first acquittals in Jan. 6 cases set to oversee another trial
Judge Trevor McFadden, a Trump appointee, ruled on two separate misdemeanor cases where defendants were found not guilty of most charges.
Police find "incendiary devices" in vehicle after suspect seen striking 3 children
All three children are in stable condition.
Space
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Boeing's Starliner catches up with space station
For the first time, two U.S. astronaut ferry ships, from two different vendors are docked at space station.
Boeing Starliner capsule sets off after space station
Grounded earlier by software bugs and corroded valves, Boeing says the Starliner is finally ready for flight.
Boeing Starliner capsule poised for high-stakes flight
NASA is confident Boeing's Starliner astronaut ferry ship is finally ready for prime time.
InSight Mars lander nears the end of the road
NASA expects dwindling power to shut down the InSight Mars lander by the end of the year.
NASA investigates another space helmet water leak
While not as serious as a potentially life-threatening 2013 incident, NASA is taking no chances with the station's aging spacesuits.
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What Happened to Tara Grinstead?
A beloved Georgia H.S. teacher went missing in 2005. Over 11 years later, an unexpected arrest -- but will we ever know the truth of what happened?
The best jobs in America in 2022, ranked
Glassdoor recently unveiled its list... and it's not all tech.
The best places to work in 2022, ranked
It's not only tech companies that continue to win over employees with flexible work environments, good pay and better benefits.
How police tracked an old work truck to find Jennifer Dulos' alleged killer
After scouring 12 hours of grainy surveillance footage, investigators say they found the way Fotis Dulos drove the 70 miles to murder his wife.
25 transgender athletes you should know
These athletes are making waves in the worlds of athletics and advocacy.
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Are the Kids All Right?: Gen(der) Z
For an unprecedented number of young people in Gen Z, gender is a social construct that needs dismantling. In this CBS Reports documentary, we follow four teens with diverse gender identities to see how they are dealing with and experiencing a world that’s redefining gender.
Russia's relentless offensive
Ukrainian troops fighting in the southern region of the country are digging in in an effort to prevent Russian forces from cementing control of the area. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab got rare access to the frontlines there.
Hack pulls back curtain on Uyghurs in custody
Data hacked from Chinese police computer servers has revealed evidence of how Chinese authorities treat imprisoned Uyghur Muslims and just how many people they have in custody. Jon Sudworth from our partners at the BBC reports.
What to know about the state of the climate
Four of the seven major climate indicators set "alarming" new records in 2021 — a situation that the United Nations warns is "bringing us ever closer to climate catastrophe." Here's what to know.
Ocean heat and the state of the climate
The dramatic rise in ocean temperatures is among the four major climate indicators that set "alarming" new records in 2021. Here's what to know – and what it means in the ongoing fight against the climate crisis.