What Biden's new travel restrictions mean for you
International travel was a headache before the pandemic. New protocols make it even more complicated.
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Hiring stalled in November, with economy adding 210,000 jobs
Job growth fell far short of expectations and represents a sharp slowdown from hiring in October.
Google delays January return to office date
The Omicron variant is derailing companies' plans to bring workers back to offices.
Inflation is hurting rural Americans more than city folk
Rising prices are taking a bigger toll on people who live outside major metropolitan areas, recent research shows.
Honda recalls SUVs and pickups because hoods can fly open
Automaker sold more than 788,000 of the recalled vehicles worldwide, with just over 725,000 in the U.S.
Unvaccinated Nevada state workers to pay insurance surcharge
Public employees in the Silver state who haven't gotten shots will pay up to $55 a month, starting July 2022.
Airlines still owe billions in refunds for cancelled flights
Federal government received nearly 90,000 complaints about flight refunds last year, up more than 5,000% from 2019.
More states considering bans on gas-powered lawn equipment
California was first to pass a ban in October and now New York and Illinois are introducing similar legislation.
Here's what you need to know about the MLB lockout
Professional baseball players want higher pay and to stop teams from "tanking" during the season.
Senators press student loan servicers ahead of repayment restart
Some of those borrowers will have to restart paying their federal student loans to a new company.
U.S. could be unable to pay its bills in weeks as debt limit approaches
The Bipartisan Policy Center updated its "X date" projections to fall between December 21 and January 28, 2022.
Where Americans are quitting their jobs at the highest rates
As the tight job market continues, some states have experienced an outsized jump in resignations.
The least affordable housing market in the U.S.? Boise
One study found that the median home price was 10 times higher than the median income.
States offer jobless aid to workers fired over vaccine rules
Some GOP-led states now allow workers who get dismissed or who quit over a vaccine mandate to collect unemployment benefits.
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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Reality Winner explains why she leaked a classified document
Reality Winner was arrested in 2017 for leaking classified information about Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election. Scott Pelley speaks with Winner in her first television interview since being released earlier this year.
Cruise disembarks in New Orleans with at least 17 COVID cases
At least one of the infections on the Norwegian Breakaway was a crew member suspected of having the new Omicron variant.
What a former CDC director says about Omicron
Former acting CDC Director Dr. Richard Besser, pediatrician and president of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, weighs in on the latest COVID-19 variant.
David Perdue to announce primary challenge against Georgia governor
Perdue is a wealthy businessman and a close ally of former President Trump, who has railed against Kemp after President Biden won Georgie in the 2020 election.
Bob Dole, World War II veteran, senator and presidential nominee, has died at 98
Republican presidential nominee who lost to Bill Clinton in 1996 was last of White House contenders to serve in World War II.
"Silenced No More": One woman's allegations of abuse by Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell
In her book, Sarah Ransome describes trauma and rape during childhood that, she says, primed her to become a victim of sexual abuse and threats of violence by Epstein. She talks with "CBS Sunday Morning" about how she "survived hell."
Myanmar junta sentences deposed leader Aung San Suu Kyi to prison
Suu Kyi's decades-long push for democracy has made her a Nobel laureate, and a persistent thorn in the side of Myanmar's military overlords. Now she's facing decades in prison.
Taliban declares women "free," not "property," but nobody celebrates
Activists protest as the U.S. says "much more is needed" than the extremist group's formal "decree" that a woman is "not a property" and can't be forced into marriage.
The rollback of free market policies in China
In the last 40 years, China has become the only global economy to rival the U.S. But President Xi Jinping is cracking down on some of the private sectors, companies, and individuals that led to the country's prosperity.
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Facebook exec says company doesn't profit off underage users
Head of "safety" at the social media company told senators that internal research on mental health impact was misinterpreted.
Why shoppers are finding many products hard to find
Consumers are encountering shortages of everything from toilet paper to Batman toys. Blame the world's fragile supply chain.
"Buy now, pay later" loans are everywhere. Experts say beware.
Such loans offer "instant gratification," but may carry hidden costs and encourage consumers to rack up debt.
Activision to pay $18 million to settle harassment claims
Money will go to employees at the video game publisher who experienced sexual harassment.
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.
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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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What a former CDC director says about Omicron
Former acting CDC Director Dr. Richard Besser, pediatrician and president of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, weighs in on the latest COVID-19 variant.
Conch shell DNA leads to charge against pallbearer at victim's funeral
Investigators determined that injuries to the victim's face had been caused by the spiny exterior of the conch shell, and testing of the interior revealed a full DNA profile.
Cruise disembarks in New Orleans with at least 17 COVID cases
At least one of the infections on the Norwegian Breakaway was a crew member suspected of having the new Omicron variant.
Buck O'Neil elected to MLB Hall of Fame
Oliva and Kaat, both 83 years old, are the only living new members.
Study shows men spread COVID particles more than women and children
And the louder you talk, the more particles you're likely to emit, one of the study's authors said.
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What a former CDC director says about Omicron
Former acting CDC Director Dr. Richard Besser, pediatrician and president of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, weighs in on the latest COVID-19 variant.
David Perdue to announce primary challenge against Georgia governor
Perdue is a wealthy businessman and a close ally of former President Trump, who has railed against Kemp after President Biden won Georgie in the 2020 election.
Photos: Bob Dole through the years
The World War II veteran, senator and presidential candidate died on December 5 at the age of 98.
Washington mourns Bob Dole
Dole died in his sleep early Sunday morning, according to the Elizabeth Dole Foundation.
Gottlieb says WHO could be playing a role in "global leadership" in getting vaccines around the world
"It's largely a political body. It's not on the ground," Gottlieb told "Face the Nation."
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Cruise disembarks in New Orleans with at least 17 COVID cases
At least one of the infections on the Norwegian Breakaway was a crew member suspected of having the new Omicron variant.
Study shows men spread COVID particles more than women and children
And the louder you talk, the more particles you're likely to emit, one of the study's authors said.
Omicron: what we know about the new COVID variant
Health officials believe the variant is currently spreading in some U.S. communities.
Omicron COVID-19 variant found in 12 states
The biggest question is whether current, available vaccines will prevent severe cases spread by the Omicron variant.
Petroleum found in well water near Pearl Harbor, Navy says
The well has been shut down since Sunday.
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What Biden's new travel restrictions mean for you
International travel was a headache before the pandemic. New protocols make it even more complicated.
Hiring stalled in November, with economy adding 210,000 jobs
Job growth fell far short of expectations and represents a sharp slowdown from hiring in October.
Google delays January return to office date
The Omicron variant is derailing companies' plans to bring workers back to offices.
Inflation is hurting rural Americans more than city folk
Rising prices are taking a bigger toll on people who live outside major metropolitan areas, recent research shows.
Honda recalls SUVs and pickups because hoods can fly open
Automaker sold more than 788,000 of the recalled vehicles worldwide, with just over 725,000 in the U.S.
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Taliban declares women "free," not "property," but nobody celebrates
Activists protest as the U.S. says "much more is needed" than the extremist group's formal "decree" that a woman is "not a property" and can't be forced into marriage.
Myanmar junta sentences deposed leader Aung San Suu Kyi to prison
Suu Kyi's decades-long push for democracy has made her a Nobel laureate, and a persistent thorn in the side of Myanmar's military overlords. Now she's facing decades in prison.
Biden and Putin to speak this week
The meeting comes as U.S. intelligence is warning of a possible Russian invasion of Ukraine as soon as January.
The legacy of Josephine Baker
Escaping segregation in 1920s America, she garnered fame in Paris as a nightclub artist, movie star and social activist, and was also a spy against the Nazis – roles that led her to become the first Black woman inducted into France's Panthéon of national heroes.
"Silenced No More": One woman's allegations of abuse by Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell
In her book, Sarah Ransome describes trauma and rape during childhood that, she says, primed her to become a victim of sexual abuse and threats of violence by Epstein. She talks with "CBS Sunday Morning" about how she "survived hell."
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Best shows to watch on Netflix right now – December 2021
One of these shows could be your next binge obsession.
Josephine Baker, legend
Entertainer Josephine Baker grew up poor in the slums of St. Louis, before garnering fame in Paris as a nightclub artist, movie star and businesswoman, far from the strictures of legal segregation in America. But Baker's roles also included a spy against the Nazis, and a pilot for the French Air Force during World War II. Her wartime exploits and social activism have led her to become the first Black woman inducted into France's Panthéon of national heroes. Correspondent Elizabeth Palmer talks with one of Baker's adopted children – the racially diverse "Rainbow Tribe" – about the incomparable Baker's life and legacy.
Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem on "Being the Ricardos"
The stars felt intense pressure playing Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz, two of the most famous people in television history, in Aaron Sorkin's latest film that goes behind the scenes of a comedy icon – and a trailblazing career couple.
Behind the scenes of "Being the Ricardos"
Starring as Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz in "Being the Ricardos," Nicole Kidman and Javier Bardem felt intense pressure playing two of the most famous people in television history. Correspondent Mo Rocca talks with Kidman and Bardem, and with co-stars J.K. Simmons and Nina Arianda, about the challenges of recreating the cast of "I Love Lucy" in Aaron Sorkin's latest film, which goes behind the scenes of a trailblazing career couple.
Candace Bushnell: The "Sex and the City" author's next chapter
The writer whose bestseller inspired the HBO hit (and a new sequel series, "And Just Like That…") is now appearing Off-Broadway in a one-woman show titled, "Is There Still Sex in the City?"
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2021 holiday gift ideas from Techno Claus
Techno Claus (who looks suspiciously like "Sunday Morning" contributor David Pogue) has made the trip from the North Pole to deliver gift suggestions for the gadget lovers on your holiday list.
Vintage office gear gets pandemic revival
From remote learning for kids, to Zoom calls for their parents, the pandemic has pushed technology into our lives in a way that few things have before. That has many yearning for a simpler time – for some, that means a revival of some old-time office gear. David Wade reports from CBS affiliate WBZ in Boston.
NASA monitoring "potentially hazardous" asteroid
NASA scientists say the "4660 Nereus" asteroid is about 330 meters wide and will come within 2.5 million miles of Earth next week. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood joins CBSN's Lana Zak with details.
Job growth slows in November
The U.S. economy added 210,000 jobs in November, according to the Labor Department, fewer than expected in what many economists are calling a "disappointing" jobs report. Lori Bettinger, president of BancAlliance and former director of the "Troubled Asset Relief Program" during the Obama administration, joins CBSN to discuss what this means for the U.S. economy.
Boise is least affordable housing market, study says
Some of the least affordable housing markets in the U.S. are not what you'd expect. Mark Strassmann takes a look at the housing boom in Boise, Idaho.
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What a former CDC director says about Omicron
Former acting CDC Director Dr. Richard Besser, pediatrician and president of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, weighs in on the latest COVID-19 variant.
Scientists studying Omicron's vaccine resistance
Scientists around the world are studying the COVID-19 Omicron variant to determine if it is more resistant to vaccines than previous strains of the virus. Debora Patta reports.
Omicron variant spreads as holidays approach
The Omicron variant continues to spread, but the Delta variant remains the dominant strain in the U.S. for now. Cases and hospitalizations are surging in certain areas as the nationwide vaccination rate remains around 60%. Lilia Luciano reports.
Scientists predict possible snow drought by 2050
A new study suggests snow may no longer fall in the western U.S. if greenhouse gas emissions remain unchecked. CBSN's Lana Zak spoke with Benjamin Hatchett, an assistant research professor of atmospheric science with the Desert Research Institute, about the environmental and economic impacts.
Omicron: what we know about the new COVID variant
Health officials believe the variant is currently spreading in some U.S. communities.
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Conch shell DNA leads to charge against pallbearer at victim's funeral
Investigators determined that injuries to the victim's face had been caused by the spiny exterior of the conch shell, and testing of the interior revealed a full DNA profile.
Was a young girl adopted from Russia capable of murder?
Saying they feared for their safety, an American couple gives up the daughter they welcomed into their family. "48 Hours" contributor Troy Roberts revisits the case that he says haunted him for years and forever changed his life.
A woman is impaled by a corn rake, but do her fatal injuries add up to murder?
A farmer's wife is found in a shed on their Iowa farm with a corn rake lodged in her back. The rake has just four tines – so why does she have six puncture wounds?
6 Michigan teens charged for allegedly threatening schools
A seventh teenager was charged for allegedly possessing a weapon in a school zone.
Suspected school shooter's parents plead not guilty
James and Jennifer Crumbley, the parents of the suspected Michigan school shooter, appeared in court after being arrested early Saturday. They have each been charged with four counts of involuntary manslaughter. Michael George reports.
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NASA monitoring "potentially hazardous" asteroid
NASA scientists say the "4660 Nereus" asteroid is about 330 meters wide and will come within 2.5 million miles of Earth next week. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood joins CBSN's Lana Zak with details.
Space station's orbit adjusted to dodge debris from old U.S. rocket
The debris avoidance maneuver comes amid heightened concern about space debris following a controversial Russian weapons test.
SpaceX launches 48 Starlinks and two Earth-imaging satellites
It was the 27th Falcon 9 launch so far this year for SpaceX, a new record.
Spacewalkers replace space station antenna after debris scare caused delay
The astronauts originally planned to carry out the spacewalk Tuesday, but NASA ordered a delay to fully evaluate possibly threatening space debris.
NASA spacewalk delayed due to debris threat
A scheduled spacewalk outside the International Space Station to fix a bad antenna was postponed after NASA said the risk of astronauts being struck by debris was too high.
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Best shows to watch on Netflix right now – December 2021
One of these shows could be your next binge obsession.
What happened to the perfect child? One woman's incredible story
More than 20 years ago, a Russian girl was adopted by a young American couple who eventually brought her back to Moscow after her parents say she tried to kill her baby brother.
Evidence in the Amy Mullis corn rake murder case
A look inside the case against Todd Mullis, a Iowa farmer accused of killing his wife with a farm tool.
Patrick De La Cerda murder: Inside the case
In 2018, the Deltona, Florida, man was newly engaged and planning for his wedding until he was tragically gunned down at his home.
It's been 50 years since the infamous Attica prison riot
Inmates held some 36 hostages for five days. And that was just the beginning
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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.
Veterans reflect on Pearl Harbor
The "date that will live in infamy" marked America's entry into World War II. KCBS's Joy Benedict met a group of veterans who traveled to Hawaii to remember, in hopes that we don't forget their sacrifice.
Scientists and students study volcanic eruption
The volcano on Spain's La Palma island has provided an opportunity for scientists and students to get up close with this destructive force of nature. Ian Lee reports on what they're hoping to learn.
The Trials of Critical Race Theory
A new episode of CBSN Originals' Reverb series examines the backlash to so-called critical race theory in schools and the impact on students and teachers.
Nations condemn Taliban over police killings
President Joe Biden and his administration have faced criticsim for not doing enough to help the hundreds of thousands of Afghan citizens who supported the U.S. mission get out of the country. Imtiaz Tyab reports.