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Asia grapples with Omicron
Asia had finally started to open up to overseas visitors, but with Omicron on its doorstep, many countries are now closing back up. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
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Hospitals overwhelmed as COVID cases rise
There is a new push for booster shots as COVID-19 hospitalizations rise in at least 42 states. Nikki Battiste has the latest.
New FDA-approved eye drops may improve vision
New prescription eye drops could potentially replace reading glasses for people who have trouble seeing close-up. Jericka Duncan shares more.
Planet ten times the size of Jupiter found orbiting pair of giant stars
Scientists once thought huge planets could not exist in a two-star system. Not anymore.
England triggers "Plan B" in Omicron fight
Prime Minister Boris Johnson has triggered "Plan B" in the fight against Omicron — a suite of COVID restrictions in England that stop short of lockdowns or travel bans. But, as Holly Williams reports, Johnson is embroiled in a political scandal that has undermined his authority.
FDA may authorize boosters for teens 16-17
The FDA is considering whether to authorize boosters for 16- and 17-year-olds and could announce a decision as soon as Thursday. It comes as U.S. health officials are urging Americans to use all the tools available to fight COVID-19. Nikki Battiste reports.
California drought forces dire restrictions
The entire state of California is suffering through a drought. Some residents have been told to drastically cut their water usage to just 55 gallons per day. Carter Evans has more on what that means for everyday activities.
South Africa hospitals not strained by Omicron cases
South Africa's fourth COVID wave looks nothing like the previous three. Despite soaring infections, hospitals there are not overflowing with patients. Debora Patta takes a look.
Space launch and lunar rover sighting
A Japanese billionaire has arrived for a stay on the International Space Station, and China's lunar rover spotted a cube-like object on the surface of the moon. CBSN's Tanya Rivero has details.
"Bizarre" coral reef sounds offer hope of recovery after destruction
Scientists say there's now hope that reefs previously destroyed by fishermen using explosives to kill massive amounts of fish can be restored.
Trump promised to lower prices for Americans. Here's what the data shows.
Hurricane Isaias a Category 2 storm as it threatens northern Gulf Coast
Trump announces Russia will release millions of tons of diesel to help with costs
Pentagon's plan to livestream execution sparks intense backlash
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