Distributing Pfizer's vaccine will be a "logistical nightmare"
Vaccine "suitcases" can only be opened for 180 seconds at a time. Experts say many doses could go to waste.
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Walmart CEO: "Imperative" that lawmakers pass more stimulus
CEO Doug McMillan also congratulated President-elect Joe Biden, saying he is looking forward to working with the administration.
Amazon opens online pharmacy that delivers prescriptions
Prime members get free two-day shipping on orders from Amazon Pharmacy, which accepts most insurance plans.
Texas inmates paid $2 an hour to move COVID-19 victims' bodies
Prisoners are low-level offenders who volunteered to take on the work, El Paso County Sheriff's department says.
Moderna says its COVID vaccine highly effective in late trial
Drugmaker is second in U.S. to report promising results over the last week, raising hopes a vaccine is on the way.
Biden advisers reject idea of nationwide lockdowns
Dr. Vivek Murthy and Dr. Atul Gawande came out against national lockdowns after other Biden adviser floated the dea.
Foreign enrollment at U.S. colleges drops
International students contributed $44 billion to the U.S. economy from 2019-2020.
Bezos announces first winners of $10 billion climate-change pledge
Prominent environmental nonprofits dominate the first round of "Bezos Earth Fund" grants, which total $791 million.
Money-losing Airbnb files to go public
The company lost $670 million on $4.8 billion in revenue last year, but foresees a post-pandemic turnaround.
This Black-owned camera shop is documenting Brooklyn
Photodom is one of the first Black-owned camera shops in Brooklyn.
Taylor Swift says back catalog sold without her knowledge
"This was the second time my music has been sold without my knowledge," she wrote.
Boy Scouts face some 90,000 sex abuse claims
Group is creating a fund to settle claims of sexual abuse and saying it's "heartbroken" and "devastated."
Jay Clayton stepping down as head of SEC by year's end
Leaving post as top financial regulator at year's end. New chair expected to be named by President-elect Joe Biden.
Stocks jump after drugmaker touts promising vaccine results
S&P 500, Dow hit record high as investors cheer drugmaker's announcement that COVID-19 treatment is 94.5% effective.
Michigan to halt indoor dining due to surge of COVID-19 cases
The coronavirus restrictions will begin Wednesday and last three weeks.
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Georgia's secretary of state: Lindsey Graham suggested throwing out ballots
Graham, however, called the characterization of his call with Raffensperger "ridiculous."
Biden announces top White House staff
Longtime aides and his campaign's leadership will be filling top roles among Biden's White House staff.
Hurricane Iota slams Central America days after Hurricane Eta
Hurricane Iota came ashore just 15 miles south of where Hurricane Eta made landfall November 3, also as a Category 4 storm.
Watch Live: Facebook, Twitter CEOs testify on election measures
Mark Zuckerberg and Jack Dorsey have promised lawmakers they would aggressively guard their platforms from being manipulated by foreign governments or used to incite violence around the election results.
Watch Live: Penn. official unveils "targeted" COVID measures
Pennsylvania is reporting more than 5,000 new infections per day, up more than 115% in just two weeks.
Walmart CEO: "Imperative" that lawmakers pass more stimulus
CEO Doug McMillan also congratulated President-elect Joe Biden, saying he is looking forward to working with the administration.
Police arrest 3 men one year after huge jewel heist at castle
But 2 suspects are still on the run, and there's no sign yet of the diamond-encrusted loot pilfered from a 500-year-old castle in Dresden.
University dean resigns after calling Biden voters "anti-American"
Paul Ewell's post told Biden supporters to "unfriend" him and accused them of corrupting not only the election but "our youth."
Taylor Swift says back catalog sold without her knowledge
"This was the second time my music has been sold without my knowledge," she wrote.
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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.
Stash app creates new crop of investors at $5 a pop
The app lets customers invest in stocks like Apple and Chipotle by eliminating high minimums for stock purchases
A restaurant with a heart of gold and nerves of steel
Conscious Eatery in Seattle gives away one meal for every meal purchased. Not even a pandemic could stop that.
Apron company's "Wake Up & Fight" masks become a call to action
COVID-19 forced Ellen Bennett to reinvent the way she runs her kitchen wear business. Her new mantra: "Do less better."
The artists here aren't retiring, they're inspiring
You won't find any "old fogies" at Fogue Studios in Seattle. The artists here aren't retiring, they're inspiring.
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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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Baby Yoda plays key role on historic SpaceX mission
Baby Yoda joins an elite group of plushies used on ISS missions as "zero-gravity indicators."
Hurricane Iota slams Central America days after Hurricane Eta
Hurricane Iota came ashore just 15 miles south of where Hurricane Eta made landfall November 3, also as a Category 4 storm.
What Biden can do to "reverse the trajectory" on climate change
If President-elect Joe Biden has his way, the tide is about to turn on climate policy. But how much could he really do without Senate support?
German police arrest 3 men 1 year after huge jewel heist at castle
But 2 suspects are still on the run, and there's no sign yet of the diamond-encrusted loot pilfered from a 500-year-old castle in Dresden.
1st Islamic school for transgender students opens in Bangladesh
"The Quran does not treat them any differently, so why should we?" says the madrassa's founder, as LGBTQ advocates laud a "positive step," with work still to do.
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Watch Live: Ohio governor gives COVID update as cases surge
A record of over 8,000 cases were reported in a single day last week, and hospitalizations are also at record levels.
Democrats ask Supreme Court to delay arguments in Mueller grand jury case
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear arguments December 2.
Dolly Parton helped fund research for Moderna COVID vaccine
"I'm just happy that anything I do can help somebody else," Parton said.
Watch Live: Minnesota governor calls for action amid COVID-19 spike
He is expected to highlight the seriousness of COVID-19 and urge people to protect themselves and those they love from the virus.
Money-losing Airbnb files to go public
The company lost $670 million on $4.8 billion in revenue last year, but foresees a post-pandemic turnaround.
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Democrats ask Supreme Court to delay arguments in Mueller grand jury case
The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear arguments December 2.
Walmart CEO: "Imperative" that lawmakers pass more stimulus
CEO Doug McMillan also congratulated President-elect Joe Biden, saying he is looking forward to working with the administration.
Biden announces top White House staff
Longtime aides and his campaign's leadership will be filling top roles among Biden's White House staff.
Georgia's secretary of state says Graham suggested throwing out ballots
Graham, however, called the characterization of his call with Raffensperger "ridiculous."
What Biden can do to "reverse the trajectory" on climate change
If President-elect Joe Biden has his way, the tide is about to turn on climate policy. But how much could he really do without Senate support?
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Rachel Bloom on her mental health journey
In Rachel Bloom's new book, "I Want to Be Where the Normal People Are," she shares a brutally honest and hilarious account of her journey from awkward theater kid to star of "Crazy Ex-Girlfriend." Bloom takes Anthony Mason back to her former middle school, where she faced bullies but also found her love for musical theater. The award-winning actor, singer and writer discusses living with obsessive-compulsive disorder, having a baby during the pandemic, and losing her collaborator Adam Schlesinger to COVID-19.
Taylor Swift says back catalog sold without her knowledge
"This was the second time my music has been sold without my knowledge," she wrote.
NCAA moving March Madness to a "single geographic area" for 2021
The NCAA originally planned to host the tournament's early rounds at 13 sites across the country.
Comedian Sinbad recovering from stroke, his family says
The 64-year-old Sinbad, born David Adkins, is known for his stand-up work and appearances in sitcoms.
F1's Hamilton after 7th world title: I've "walked this sport alone"
"I promise you I am not going to stop fighting for change," Lewis said.
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Money-losing Airbnb files to go public
The company lost $670 million on $4.8 billion in revenue last year, but foresees a post-pandemic turnaround.
Amazon opens online pharmacy that delivers prescriptions
Prime members get free two-day shipping on orders from Amazon Pharmacy, which accepts most insurance plans.
SpaceX launches 4 astronauts to space station in new era for NASA
NASA aims to end reliance on Russia with first operational flight of Crew Dragon spacecraft.
What climate policy could look like under a President Biden
The president-elect has a bold plan for going green — here's what he can do even without support from lawmakers.
New Yorker fires Jeffrey Toobin after Zoom exposure incident
Toobin is one of the country's most prominent legal authors and has written for the esteemed publication for 27 years.
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What Biden can do to "reverse the trajectory" on climate change
If President-elect Joe Biden has his way, the tide is about to turn on climate policy. But how much could he really do without Senate support?
Distributing Pfizer's vaccine will be a "logistical nightmare"
Vaccine "suitcases" can only be opened for 180 seconds at a time. Experts say many doses could go to waste.
Iota makes landfall over Nicaragua as "extremely dangerous" Cat 4
Iota is expected to bring "potentially catastrophic winds, life-threatening storm surge and extreme rainfall," the U.S. National Hurricane Center says.
Bezos announces first winners of $10 billion climate-change pledge
Prominent environmental nonprofits dominate the first round of "Bezos Earth Fund" grants, which total $791 million.
SpaceX crew capsule chases down and docks with space station
Docking late Monday night kicks off a six-month stay in space for four Crew Dragon astronauts.
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Watch Live: Ohio governor gives COVID update as cases surge
A record of over 8,000 cases were reported in a single day last week, and hospitalizations are also at record levels.
Dolly Parton helped fund research for Moderna COVID vaccine
"I'm just happy that anything I do can help somebody else," Parton said.
Watch Live: Minnesota governor calls for action amid COVID-19 spike
He is expected to highlight the seriousness of COVID-19 and urge people to protect themselves and those they love from the virus.
Amazon opens online pharmacy that delivers prescriptions
Prime members get free two-day shipping on orders from Amazon Pharmacy, which accepts most insurance plans.
Pennsylvania health official unveils new rules for travelers
Pennsylvania is reporting more than 5,000 new infections per day, up more than 115% in just two weeks.
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Distributing Pfizer's vaccine will be a "logistical nightmare"
Vaccine "suitcases" can only be opened for 180 seconds at a time. Experts say many doses could go to waste.
Walmart CEO: "Imperative" that lawmakers pass more stimulus
CEO Doug McMillan also congratulated President-elect Joe Biden, saying he is looking forward to working with the administration.
Amazon opens online pharmacy that delivers prescriptions
Prime members get free two-day shipping on orders from Amazon Pharmacy, which accepts most insurance plans.
Texas inmates paid $2 an hour to move COVID-19 victims' bodies
Prisoners are low-level offenders who volunteered to take on the work, El Paso County Sheriff's department says.
Moderna says its COVID vaccine highly effective in late trial
Drugmaker is second in U.S. to report promising results over the last week, raising hopes a vaccine is on the way.
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German police arrest 3 men 1 year after huge jewel heist at castle
But 2 suspects are still on the run, and there's no sign yet of the diamond-encrusted loot pilfered from a 500-year-old castle in Dresden.
All charges dropped against former New York Giant DeAndre Baker
A lawyer representing three of the alleged robbery victims has been charged with extortion.
University of California agrees to $73 million sex abuse settlement
Patients have accused Heaps of sexual assault and sexual misconduct between 1983 and 2018, when he worked at the UCLA student health center and UCLA Medical Center.
Suspect tries to escape FBI using underwater "sea scooter"
Matthew Piercey allegedly spent 25 minutes underwater before he resurfaced and was handcuffed by FBI agents.
FBI: Hate crime murders surged to record high in 2019
51 people were killed in hate crimes in 2019, according to the FBI, far surpassing the previous deadliest year, 2018.
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Baby Yoda plays key role on historic SpaceX mission
Baby Yoda joins an elite group of plushies used on ISS missions as "zero-gravity indicators."
SpaceX crew capsule chases down and docks with space station
Docking late Monday night kicks off a six-month stay in space for four Crew Dragon astronauts.
SpaceX launches 4 astronauts to space station in new era for NASA
NASA aims to end reliance on Russia with first operational flight of Crew Dragon spacecraft.
SpaceX launches first full NASA crew to ISS
After six years, two successful test flights and a multibillion-dollar investment in American enterprise, NASA launched four astronauts to the International Space Station on Sunday, the first government-certified flight of a commercially developed SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft.
Atlas 5 rocket boosts spy satellite into orbit
The United Launch Alliance rocket carried a classified National Reconnaissance Office satellite.
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Navigating holiday shopping amid a pandemic
Online sales this holiday season is expected to break records and surpass $189 billion, according to Adobe Analytics. Experts predict it will amount to two years' worth of growth in one season. Retail analyst Erin Sykes joins CBSN to discuss what shoppers should keep in mind as online sales surge amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Barack Obama: The "60 Minutes" interview
The former president shares the advice he would give President Trump, his thoughts on the killing of George Floyd, and what's behind the divisions in Washington and across the U.S. Scott Pelley reports.
The question about TikTok
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CBSN Originals: "Gun Fight, Part One"
In the first episode of this two-part documentary, CBSN Originals explores an armed backlash to new gun laws. Mass shootings in Virginia have mobilized the fight for more regulation, but some counties won't enforce laws they say infringe on their residents' constitutional rights.
CBSN Originals: "Gun Fight, Part Two"
In the second episode of this two-part documentary, CBSN Originals follows a growing movement of militias refusing to comply with new gun regulations. As the country navigates a pandemic, economic shutdowns and political unrest, gun sales are soaring and gun rights activists argue Americans should be armed now more than ever.