Moderna CEO made millions on vaccine announcement
Four of the biotech's top executives netted a total of $30 million since positive results for a coronavirus vaccine were touted.
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Travel industry inching back
The airline and hospitality sectors are adjusting their business practices in times of pandemic, but they say not to expect a return to the "old normal" any time soon
The next COVID-19 frontier? Your dentist's office
Patients may find fewer chairs — and no magazines — in waiting rooms, plus air filters that eliminate patient "spray."
Hollywood's cliffhanger of a summer
Summer has been blockbuster season at theatres ever since moviegoers were first bitten by "Jaws"; now, with production halted and release schedules shuffled, Hollywood is trying to figure out how to come out of this unexpected intermission
Vicious cycle: Bike sales soar, with "panic buying"
Cruisers and commuter wheels especially sought after since lockdowns began. Want a Schwinn? It'll be a 6-week wait.
Where can I buy a face mask?
CDC advises that all Americans wear face coverings in public to contain the coronavirus. Here's where to find one.
Social Security recipients say they're still waiting for stimulus checks
One Social Security recipient who has been waiting for weeks said he's disheartened: "It's not a good system."
Facebook says workers will be able to work from home permanently
Over the next five to 10 years, about half of Facebook's workers could be remote, Zuckerberg said in a livestreamed townhall.
Where's my stimulus check? Answers to common questions
Millions of Americans are still waiting for their economic impact payments. Here are some reasons for the holdup.
Some grocery workers "scared to death" to return to work
The new normal for some supermarket employees? Irate customers who refuse to follow social-distancing guidelines.
NBA in "exploratory" talks to resume season at Disney
The season was abruptly halted in March.
Millions of Americans to get stimulus money via prepaid cards
Cards will be sent to those who qualify for the federal payments but haven't provided the IRS with bank information.
Some really small companies got large Paycheck Protection loans
A Florida company called Advanzeon got a $1.2 million government-backed loan. It has two employees.
Lost your job? Consider becoming a "contact tracer"
Health agencies are looking for thousands of people to help beat the coronavirus — medical experience not required.
Few minority owners say they got small business loans
More than half of black and Hispanic small business owners said they could be forced to close within six months.
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Video shows Lake of the Ozarks packed for Memorial Day weekend
Missouri health director Dr. Randall Williams ordered statewide social distancing until at least the end of May.
Lives to remember: Those we've lost to coronavirus
Here are just some of the coronavirus pandemic's many victims: who they were, and the lives they touched.
Protesters clash with police over Beijing's new security law
Hong Kong police launched tear gas and fired a water cannon to disperse crowds protesting against a law they fear will crush freedoms in the former British territory.
Cuomo says N.Y. pro sports leagues can begin training
"We want you up," Governor Andrew Cuomo said. "We want people to be to watch sports, to the extent that people are still staying home. It gives people something to do, it's a return to normalcy."
Kim Jong Un makes first public appearance in weeks
It's his first public appearance since May 1, when state-run media reported he attended at a factory opening after rumors flew that he was gravely ill.
Boston Fed chief predicts double-digit job loss through 2020
Eric Rosengren said the reason the unemployment rate will remain high is because the industries that have been battered most by the coronavirus rely on the comfort of consumers.
Sessions fires back to Trump: "Alabama will not take orders"
"I did my duty & you're damn fortunate I did," Sessions tweeted at the president.
Prince William says fatherhood brought back "traumatic" emotions
William was reflecting on becoming a parent in an upcoming documentary "Football, Prince William And Our Mental Health."
Josh Groban on connecting during the pandemic
The singer-musician, whose Radio City Music Hall residency is on hold, talks about canceled concerts, his music videos recorded in the shower, and his new song, "Your Face"
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Drone portraits capture stay-at-home era
When the coronavirus pandemic hit the U.S., photographer Tec Petaja sought out a creative outlet and a way to give back.
New York bistro owner finds lifeline in rotisserie chickens
What started as a popup venture before the coronavirus crisis can "became something that can grow" for the future.
Tough times ahead for small business owners
According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, nearly a quarter of small businesses (which employ more than half of all U.S. workers) may close permanently within two months without a financial lifeline
This business owner received one of the first SBA loans
Amy Wright, co-founder of Bitty and Beau's Coffee, has some advice: "Share your story with any bank that will listen."
Fighting to save his restaurant: "I have worked 21 days straight"
Ed McFarland, owner of Ed's Lobster Bar in New York City, says he feels "fortunate" to still be in business.
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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
World
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Prince William says fatherhood brought back "traumatic" emotions
William was reflecting on becoming a parent in an upcoming documentary "Football, Prince William And Our Mental Health."
Protesters clash with police over Beijing's new security law
Hong Kong police launched tear gas and fired a water cannon to disperse crowds protesting against a law they fear will crush freedoms in the former British territory.
National security adviser says administration exploring Brazil travel ban
Brazil is experiencing a surge of coronavirus cases, surpassing Russia with the second-highest number behind the U.S.
Kim Jong Un makes first public appearance in weeks
It's his first public appearance since May 1, when state-run media reported he attended at a factory opening after rumors flew that he was gravely ill.
China reports no new confirmed coronavirus cases for first time
China also reported no new deaths, and only two suspected cases in 24 hours.
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Video shows Lake of the Ozarks packed for Memorial Day weekend
Missouri health director Dr. Randall Williams ordered statewide social distancing until at least the end of May.
Muslims finding new ways to celebrate Eid amid coronavirus
This year, Muslims are relying on Zoom calls, live-streamed sermons and drive-through celebrations.
Ex-DHS chief: Election should "definitely" include vote-by-mail
Trump has criticized mail-in voting, claiming it invites voter fraud.
Cuomo says New York pro sports leagues can begin training
"We want you up," Governor Andrew Cuomo said. "We want people to be to watch sports, to the extent that people are still staying home. It gives people something to do, it's a return to normalcy."
Boston Fed chief predicts double-digit unemployment through 2020
Eric Rosengren said the reason the unemployment rate will remain high is because the industries that have been battered most by the coronavirus rely on the comfort of consumers.
Politics
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Ex-DHS chief: Election should "definitely" include vote-by-mail
Trump has criticized mail-in voting, claiming it invites voter fraud.
Boston Fed chief predicts double-digit unemployment through 2020
Eric Rosengren said the reason the unemployment rate will remain high is because the industries that have been battered most by the coronavirus rely on the comfort of consumers.
Scott Gottlieb warns coronavirus "isn't contained yet"
Gottlieb said Americans need to "define a new normal" as the coronavirus continues to threaten communities.
Transcript: Michael Chertoff on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Former Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff that aired Sunday, May 24, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Eric Rosengren on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Boston Federal Reserve Bank President Eric Rosengren that aired Sunday, May 24, 2020, on "Face the Nation."
Entertainment
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"Sunday Morning" Matinee: "Diana: A True Musical Story"
Erin Davie sings "I Miss You Most on Sundays" from the Broadway musical about Princess Diana, Prince Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles
The U.S. Army Band: They're playing our song
The mission of these military musicians, who performed the "Sunday Morning" theme "Abblasen," is to remind us of the power of music to connect us
The U.S. Army Band: They're playing our song
The mission of these military musicians of “Pershing’s Own,” who performed the "Sunday Morning" theme "Abblasen," is to remind us of the power of music to connect us. “Sunday Morning” producer Sara Kugel reports.
Cuomo says New York pro sports leagues can begin training
"We want you up," Governor Andrew Cuomo said. "We want people to be to watch sports, to the extent that people are still staying home. It gives people something to do, it's a return to normalcy."
Technology
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The rise of Wikipedia as a source of medical information
For years the encyclopedic website, written and edited by anybody, was seen to be rife in misinformation; today, thanks to editors and writers at WikiProject Medicine, it is the first place many people check for the latest details about COVD-19
NASA readiness review clears SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft
NASA managers are 'go' for launch Wednesday of a SpaceX capsule carrying to astronauts to the space station
Restaurateurs fight delivery apps' high fees
GrubHub, DoorDash and UberEats have been lifelines for shuttered eateries but can gobble up to 30% of the entire tab.
Facebook says workers will be able to work from home permanently
Over the next five to 10 years, about half of Facebook's workers could be remote, Zuckerberg said in a livestreamed townhall.
Bots are spreading COVID-19 misinformation
Bots have dominated the Twitter discussion about "reopening America," tech researchers say.
Science
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NASA, SpaceX launching a new era of commercial crewed spaceflight
Nine years after the last spacecraft carrying humans took off from U.S. soil, astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken will pilot a SpaceX Dragon rocket from Florida's Kennedy Space Center
NASA readiness review clears SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft
NASA managers are 'go' for launch Wednesday of a SpaceX capsule carrying to astronauts to the space station
Dying coral reefs turn vibrant neon in apparent survival effort
Coral reefs on the brink of death are attempting to send a survival signal, via fluorescent neon colors.
Hand sanitizer left in hot vehicles can explode, experts warn
Not only that – the heat makes them less effective, scientists point out.
Trial vaccine moves to crucial phase with $1 billion in U.S. backing
Oxford University team to give 10,000 people in 3 age groups a dose of their trial COVID-19 vaccine, and U.S. taxpayers have a big bet on it working.
Health
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Video shows Lake of the Ozarks packed for Memorial Day weekend
Missouri health director Dr. Randall Williams ordered statewide social distancing until at least the end of May.
Prince William says fatherhood brought back "traumatic" emotions
William was reflecting on becoming a parent in an upcoming documentary "Football, Prince William And Our Mental Health."
Cuomo says New York pro sports leagues can begin training
"We want you up," Governor Andrew Cuomo said. "We want people to be to watch sports, to the extent that people are still staying home. It gives people something to do, it's a return to normalcy."
Scott Gottlieb warns coronavirus "isn't contained yet"
Gottlieb said Americans need to "define a new normal" as the coronavirus continues to threaten communities.
National security adviser says administration exploring Brazil travel ban
Brazil is experiencing a surge of coronavirus cases, surpassing Russia with the second-highest number behind the U.S.
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Travel industry inching back
The airline and hospitality sectors are adjusting their business practices in times of pandemic, but they say not to expect a return to the "old normal" any time soon
Hollywood's cliffhanger of a summer
Summer has been blockbuster season at theatres ever since moviegoers were first bitten by "Jaws"; now, with production halted and release schedules shuffled, Hollywood is trying to figure out how to come out of this unexpected intermission
Where can I buy a face mask?
CDC advises that all Americans wear face coverings in public to contain the coronavirus. Here's where to find one.
NBA in "exploratory" talks to resume season at Disney
The season was abruptly halted in March.
Why minority business owners are struggling with PPP loans
Vista Equity Partners CEO Robert Smith joined "CBS This Morning" to talk about why minority-owned businesses have been struggling with the government's PPP loan program.
Crime
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The case against Brooke Skylar Richardson
The parents of the Ohio teen acquitted of murder in the death of her newborn speak out to "48 Hours" — the real story behind the international headlines in the case of an alleged unthinkable crime.
Man who recorded Ahmaud Arbery shooting charged with murder
Two men, 64-year-old Gregory McMichael and his 34-year-old son, Travis, have already been arrested and charged with murder.
Lori Loughlin and husband plead guilty in college admissions case
The couple appeared in separate Zoom windows for the hearing, each accompanied by a lawyer.
FBI opens investigation into death of Breonna Taylor
Police entered Taylor's home with a warrant to search for illegal drugs — but according to a suit filed by her family, none were found.
FBI says Texas naval base shooting is "terrorism-related"
The shooting began around 6:15 a.m. Thursday at Naval Air Station-Corpus Christi.
Space
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NASA, SpaceX launching a new era of commercial crewed spaceflight
Nine years after the last spacecraft carrying humans took off from U.S. soil, astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken will pilot a SpaceX Dragon rocket from Florida's Kennedy Space Center
Astronauts work through practice countdown
The practice countdown sets the stage for Wednesday's planned launch of the SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft.
Trump will travel to Florida to attend historic SpaceX launch
This week's trip will be the president's first that is not related to federal coronavirus response.
Astronomers witness signs of the birth of a planet
A bright spiral marks the spot where scientists believe a planet may be coming into existence.
Astronauts fly to Florida ahead of historic launch to space station
The launch aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft will mark the first such flight from U.S. soil since the shuttle's retirement in 2011.
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Pandemic: The Indiana "Front Porch Portraits"
Families in quarantine step out of their homes for photographer Shane Cleminson
Stars who played real people
These famous faces played celebrities, historical figures and more.
States reopen: Here's the new normal
Here's what America looks like in a post-coronavirus-quarantine world.
"Murder hornet" spotted in the United States
Growing up to two inches long, this killer insect can decapitate 40 honeybees per minute.
Pandemic: A snapshot of life on the Jersey Shore
Photographer Lori Nichols captures the haunting desolation of empty New Jersey beach communities in inky black-and-white
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"Sunday Morning" Full Episode 5/24
Hosted by Jane Pauley. In our cover story, Lee Cowan examines Hollywood’s canceled summer blockbuster season and how film production may be forever changed. Plus: Tracy Smith sits down with singer-songwriter Josh Groban; Tony Dokoupil plays table tennis with “Star Trek: Picard” star Sir Patrick Stewart; Peter Greenberg looks at how the travel industry is inching back; Mark Strassmann reports on this week’s first crewed SpaceX launch from the Kennedy Space Center; Wired magazine’s Nicholas Thompson explores how Wikipedia became a trusted source for medical information on COVID-19; Conor Knighton takes a new virtual tour inside the Statue of Liberty; and Martha Teichner reports on how the home baking of bread during lockdown is nourishing people’s bodies and souls.
Taps Across America
Since parades and gatherings are cancelled this Memorial Day weekend, retired Air Force bugler Jari Villanueva and correspondent Steve Hartman are asking buglers and trumpet players across the country to stand on their porches this Memorial Day, and play the haunting music of “Taps” – and for the rest of us to soak in this 24-note reminder of what Memorial Day is all about. For information on how to participate, go to cbsnews.com/taps.
Firefighters battles huge fire in San Francisco
About 150 firefighters battled a four-alarm fire at a warehouse at San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf and and saved a historic World War II-era ship from the fire. Michael George reports.
The Lone Bellow performs "Count on Me"
Zach Williams' friends urged him to turn his journal entries into song lyrics. Now, with bandmates Kanene Pipkin and Brian Elmquist, they make up The Lone Bellow — a widely-acclaimed group whose albums have often landed on best-of-the-year lists. They released their fourth collection, “Half Moon Light,” in February. The joined “CBS This Morning’s” Saturday Sessions from their homes in Nashville to perform “Count on Me.”
NASA astronauts prep for SpaceX launch
NASA is counting down to the historic launch of a SpaceX rocket that is scheduled for Wednesday. The rocket, named "Dragon," will carry two NASA astronauts to the International Space Station and mark a new chapter in commercial space flight. Mark Strassmann reports.