Here are the workers now eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot
CDC director cleared booster shots for people in high-risk occupational settings, including teachers and grocery workers.
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Costco again limits purchases of toilet paper and bottled water
Warehouse club having trouble getting products to stores, with port delays and trucker shortages among the factors.
New York City moves to improve life for food delivery workers
New rules would let food delivery workers use restaurant bathrooms and ensure they're paid regularly.
QAnon power vacuum on Telegram fueling antisemitism, ADL says
Messaging platform is favored by QAnon leaders because of its light approach to moderating content, according to a report.
United Airlines fined $1.9 million for long ground delays
Financial penalty is the largest ever imposed by the U.S. government against a carrier for long delays.
China bans cryptocurrency transactions in sweeping crackdown
Price of bitcoin and other digital currencies slumps after China's central bank moves to tighten controls.
Semiconductor shortage takes toll on auto workers, businesses
A global shortage of semiconductors forced a Michigan Ford plant to trim production of its F-150 trucks.
3.3 million Boppy baby loungers recalled after 8 deaths
The products were sold nationwide and online by retailers including Amazon, Pottery Barn Kids, Target and Walmart.
Partisan claims fly as lawmakers face off over the debt ceiling
Legislation that determines spending and revenue has already been approved, while raising the debt ceiling is about paying those bills.
Want a medical exemption for the COVID-19 vaccine? Good luck.
Valid medical conditions that might excuse someone are "very, very rare -- like one in a million," one disease expert said.
Female MBA grads earn $11,000 less than male peers on Day 1
Findings show years of income disparity persist after graduating business school, even in higher-paying fields.
U.S. to drop fraud charges against top Huawei executive
Meng Wanzhou, CFO and daughter of Huawei's founder, is likely to be allowed to return to China after admitting she tried to evade Iran sanctions.
Delta has banned more than 1,600 unruly passengers
The airline said it has reported more than 600 people to the Federal Aviation Administration.
What makes some people more susceptible to financial scams?
New research tries to pinpoint the underlying beliefs and attitudes that can lead to victimization.
What's behind the push for a fourth stimulus check
IRS has distributed almost 170 million payments. But hardship remains widespread as the Delta variant spreads.
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Here are the workers now eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot
CDC director cleared booster shots for people in high-risk occupational settings, including teachers and grocery workers.
Gunman in deadly supermarket shooting identified as 29-year-old vendor
One person was killed and 14 others were wounded after a gunman opened fire at a supermarket.
Hurricane Sam forecast to rapidly intensify in the Atlantic
Sam is just the latest in an exceptional number of tropical systems that have rapidly intensified in the past two seasons.
Michael K. Williams died of accidental overdose, medical examiner says
Michael K. Williams was found dead at his Brooklyn home earlier this month.
Liz Cheney discusses her re-election prospects on "60 Minutes"
The embattled Wyoming Republican speaks with Lesley Stahl, Sunday.
Biden won Arizona in 2020, draft of report on GOP-ordered review shows
According to the draft, his roughly 45,000-vote margin of victory in the state's most populous county even expanded by a few hundred votes.
United Airlines fined $1.9 million for long ground delays
Financial penalty is the largest ever imposed by the U.S. government against a carrier for long delays.
Harris' appearance on "The View" delayed by co-hosts' positive COVID tests
Two of the show's co-hosts left the stage in the middle of the program Friday.
Biden urges passage of two key bills amid legislative "stalemate"
The president acknowledged deeply divided congressional Democrats are "getting down to the hard spot" in negotiations over passage of his massive social spending plan.
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Latest Child Tax Credit payment delayed for some parents
Some families are expressing frustration that they have yet to receive the third installment from the federal program.
The biggest new privacy features in Phone iOS 15 launch
Enhanced privacy measures help cloak consumers' web activity and block email tracking by advertisers on phones, watches, laptops and pads.
New Apple update allows health data sharing
A new Apple device feature allows sharing health information with loved ones and your doctor. Dr. Tara Narula looks at how it works and the privacy concerns over personal data.
SpaceX completes historic mission
SpaceX's Inspiration4 splashed down on Saturday after completing a historic mission. Mark Strassmann reports.
Partisan claims fly as lawmakers face off over the debt ceiling
Legislation that determines spending and revenue has already been approved, while raising the debt ceiling is about paying those bills.
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Bringing equity to the VC funding process
New data released by Crunchbase shows that only 2.2% of all venture funding went to female-founded startups in the first eight months of this year. Deena Shakir, partner at Lux Capital, joins CBSN to discuss what needs to change to bring equity for female entrepreneurs and investors.
A third of small businesses have reinstated COVID-19 rules
As the Delta variant surges, many small employers are again taking precautions in the way they do business.
NYC giving artists $5,000 checks from Biden stimulus
Some 1,800 artists will receive $5,000 checks, while other federal funds will go to cabbies and homeless people.
Their small business was big events — then they had to adapt
The Vintage Market had shows with up to 30,000 in attendance. After the pandemic, its owners found new ways to survive.
44% of small businesses have less than 3 months of cash
"Everything is up in the air," said one Ohio bakery owner who worries that COVID-19 could shut her down again.
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More Americans are working into old age
A growing swath of seniors are working beyond 65, with many needing to supplement their paltry retirement savings.
How gig economy workers can save for retirement
Several types of plans are available, but figuring out which one is right for you can be confusing, so here's some help
When delaying your Social Security benefits pays off
The impact of your age when you begin collecting benefits can be more financially significant than you think
Claiming Social Security too early costs Americans $3.4 trillion
Only 4% of retirees claim the benefit at the optimal time. Everyone else is losing out on $111,000 per household
Hardship withdrawals from your company's 401(k)
The rules for hardship withdrawals are strict and the costs of taking money from your future retirement can be sky-high
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Indian teen allegedly raped by 33 men over 8 months
Authorities say the accused filmed the first rape, then used the video to blackmail the victim into having sex with more men.
Hurricane Sam forecast to rapidly intensify in the Atlantic
Sam is just the latest in an exceptional number of tropical systems that have rapidly intensified in the past two seasons.
London teacher's murder reignites outcry over femicide in the U.K.
"It's not our fault that we keep getting killed," one activist told CBS News after authorities offered women suggestions on how to keep safe on the streets.
5 climbers die on Europe's highest peak, Mount Elbrus in Russia
The group of climbers got caught in a blizzard at over 16,000 feet, leading to a rescue operation in "the most difficult conditions," with strong winds, low visibility and sub-zero temperatures.
Afghan interpreter on hiding from the Taliban: "Every moment I'm in danger"
Documents reviewed by CBS News suggest Shirzad applied for a special immigrant visa as early as 2016.
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Partisan claims fly as lawmakers face off over the debt ceiling
Legislation that determines spending and revenue has already been approved, while raising the debt ceiling is about paying those bills.
Devastating photos of tornado damage
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U.S. to drop fraud charges against top Huawei executive
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Here are the workers now eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot
CDC director cleared booster shots for people in high-risk occupational settings, including teachers and grocery workers.
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Partisan claims fly as lawmakers face off over the debt ceiling
Legislation that determines spending and revenue has already been approved, while raising the debt ceiling is about paying those bills.
U.S. to drop fraud charges against top Huawei executive
Meng Wanzhou, CFO and daughter of Huawei's founder, is likely to be allowed to return to China after admitting she tried to evade Iran sanctions.
Harris' appearance on "The View" delayed by co-hosts' positive COVID-19 tests
Two of the show's co-hosts left the stage in the middle of the program Friday.
As Arizona Senate GOP wraps up ballot review, other states begin theirs
Wisconsin and Pennsylvania Republicans, too, are undertaking reexaminations of the presidential election, though both states certified Biden as the winner.
Biden urges passage of two key bills amid legislative "stalemate"
The president acknowledged deeply divided congressional Democrats are "getting down to the hard spot" in negotiations over passage of his massive social spending plan.
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Michael K. Williams died of accidental overdose, medical examiner says
Michael K. Williams was found dead at his Brooklyn home earlier this month.
Best movies streaming on Netflix — September 2021
Looking for something fresh to watch? Here are the top films available on the streaming platform.
Reese Witherspoon on "The Morning Show"
Reese Witherspoon speaks with “CBS Mornings” co-host Gayle King about season 2 of "The Morning Show," and the nearly billion dollar sale of her media company, "Hello Sunshine."
Best shows to watch on Netflix — September 2021
One of these shows could be your next binge obsession.
At-risk youth find their voices through performance art
Students said singing and improv classes helped them express their emotions and face uncertainties.
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Silicon Valley hopes to use purified wastewater as drinking water
Local officials are attempting to improve the water's image. They view cutting-edge technology as key to overcoming the effects of climate change on water supplies.
QAnon power vacuum on Telegram fueling antisemitism, ADL says
Messaging platform is favored by QAnon leaders because of its light approach to moderating content, according to a report.
New law protects warehouse workers at companies like Amazon, backers say
Measure bars companies from penalizing or firing workers for failing to meet quotas because they took restroom or meal breaks.
Elizabeth Holmes duped me, former general James Mattis testifies
General James Mattis joined the Theranos board in 2013, believing its blood-testing tech would save lives of troops in battle.
EU demands single, simple plug for all smartphones
Music to the ears of millions who've rummaged through a drawer full of cables for the right charger. The main holdout? Apple.
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Humans may have been in the Americas much earlier than once thought
Ancient fossilized footprints show evidence of humans living in North America dating back to around 21,000 to 23,000 years ago.
Vampire bats hunt and eat with trusted buddies, study shows
Female vampire bats meet up with roostmates while foraging, cooperate on their hunting trips, and even chat with each other, researchers say.
Fauci says "dark winter" can be avoided if more are vaccinated
On this week's "The Takeout" podcast, Dr. Anthony Fauci talks about what to expect this winter from COVID-19, vaccinations and booster shots.
EPA sharply limits use of HFCs – powerful coolant greenhouse gases
Officials call the new rule a key step in fighting climate change. It has the strong support of both environmental and business groups.
WHO revises air quality guidelines for first time in more than 15 years
The organization said the effects of air pollution are more prevalent in low income communities and countries.
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Arthritis and sleep: Get a better night's rest
According to the Arthritis Foundation, as many as 80% of people living with arthritis have trouble sleeping at night, and sometimes that can create a cycle of insomnia and pain. Dr. George Cyril, a physiatrist at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York, joined "CBSN AM" to discuss how to manage arthritis and sleep.
Here are the workers now eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot
CDC director cleared booster shots for people in high-risk occupational settings, including teachers and grocery workers.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
3.3 million Boppy baby loungers recalled after 8 deaths
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CDC backs Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine booster shots for millions
The CDC director defended the decision, after differing on one key point with a panel of vaccine advisers
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Here are the workers now eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot
CDC director cleared booster shots for people in high-risk occupational settings, including teachers and grocery workers.
Costco again limits purchases of toilet paper and bottled water
Warehouse club having trouble getting products to stores, with port delays and trucker shortages among the factors.
New York City moves to improve life for food delivery workers
New rules would let food delivery workers use restaurant bathrooms and ensure they're paid regularly.
QAnon power vacuum on Telegram fueling antisemitism, ADL says
Messaging platform is favored by QAnon leaders because of its light approach to moderating content, according to a report.
United Airlines fined $1.9 million for long ground delays
Financial penalty is the largest ever imposed by the U.S. government against a carrier for long delays.
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Gunman in deadly supermarket shooting identified as 29-year-old vendor
One person was killed and 14 others were wounded after a gunman opened fire at a supermarket.
London teacher's murder reignites outcry over femicide in the U.K.
"It's not our fault that we keep getting killed," one activist told CBS News after authorities offered women suggestions on how to keep safe on the streets.
Ex-trooper charged for pummeling Black man with flashlight
It's the first criminal case to emerge from federal investigations into troopers' beatings of at least three Black men.
Derek Chauvin appeals his conviction in George Floyd's death
The former Minneapolis cop filed it on his own, saying he didn't have a lawyer to do it for him.
Arrest warrant issued for Brian Laundrie, Gabby Petito's fiancé
Investigators continue to search for Laundrie.
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Hubble discovers 6 massive, dead galaxies from early universe
The reason why these galaxies died during the universe's most prolific period of star birth is still a mystery.
Space Force reveals new prototype uniform
The "Guardian Service Dress" features a jacket with silver buttons running diagonally along one side of the front, with the wearer's name pin on the left and a light blue shirt peeking out from underneath.
How to see the Harvest Moon, the last full moon of summer 2021
The full moon closest to the autumnal equinox is known as the Harvest Moon.
Inspiration4 crew returns to Earth after historic flight
The Inspiration4 crew splashed down at 7:07 p.m. ET near Cape Canaveral to close out a three-day mission.
Busy day in orbit for SpaceX's all-civilian Inspiration4 crew
The all-civilian Inspiration4 crew fielded questions from St. Jude's patients and even chatted with Tom Cruise, SpaceX said.
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Devastating photos of tornado damage
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The Kristin Smart disappearance
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After a pandemic hiatus, the Met Gala returns with the theme "In America: A Lexicon of Fashion."
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Bringing equity to the VC funding process
New data released by Crunchbase shows that only 2.2% of all venture funding went to female-founded startups in the first eight months of this year. Deena Shakir, partner at Lux Capital, joins CBSN to discuss what needs to change to bring equity for female entrepreneurs and investors.
Dr. Anthony Fauci on “The Takeout”
Infectious disease specialist Dr. Anthony Fauci joins Major for a conversation about booster shots, the origins of COVID-19, and the possibility of another "dark winter," on this week’s episode of "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
Conspirituality: How Wellness Became a Gateway for Misinformation
A new CBSN Originals documentary explores how, for some, the yoga and wellness worlds became a gateway for misinformation and conspiracy theories amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
What makes someone fall victim to fraud?
New research shows that individuals are more likely to lose money to financial fraud if they believe the world is organized in a way that rewards good people. CBS News' Anthony Pura reports from Los Angeles.
Previewing the 74th Annual Tony Awards
The 74th Annual Tony Awards will air on CBS and Paramount+ this Sunday, celebrating the best of Broadway after the COVID-19 pandemic forced theaters to close for a year and a half. Inside Edition senior digital reporter Leigh Scheps joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero with a preview.