Transcript: Boris Johnson on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson that aired Sunday, February 14, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
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Novavax vaccine, China-Taiwan & more headlines
Novavax has announced that its coronavirus vaccine is nearly 90% effective and also works against the more contagious variant discovered in the U.K. And China has warned Taiwan that any move towards independence will mean war. CBS News' Ian Lee joins Anne-Marie Green on "CBSN AM" with those and other headlines from around the world.
E.U. and U.K. tensions rise over vaccine supply
The United Kingdom has become the first European country to surpass 100,000 coronavirus deaths as shortfalls from European vaccine manufacturers pits the country against the European Union for the supply. The E.U. is threatening to prevent companies like Pfizer and AstraZeneca from exporting any vaccine orders until its own citizens receive doses, which also creates issues for developing nations in dire need of vaccinations. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Europe employs strict measures to curb COVID spread
Strict new lockdown measures are sparking backlash in Europe as countries seek to stem the spread of a mutant variant of the virus first identified in the U.K. Charlie D'Agata reports.
U.K. prime minister warns new COVID variant is more deadly
CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports from London on the global impacts of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
U.K. tackles "disgraceful" free school meals after soccer star's tweets
"We MUST do better. This is 2021," the Manchester United star said.
World leaders react to U.S. Capitol siege
World leaders have condemned the protests at the U.S. Capitol Wednesday night. British Prime Minister Boris Johnson called the scene disgraceful and called for a peaceful transfer of power. Holly Williams reports.
U.K. begins new COVID-19 lockdowns
The U.K. has entered a nationwide lockdown for the third time as a new variant to COVID-19 spreads across England. Also, a top government official in Singapore acknowledged that data from the country's contact-tracing program can be accessed by police for criminal investigations, and Mexico's president offered WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange political asylum. CBS News foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi joins CBSN AM from London with those stories.
England enters emergency national lockdown
On the day Britain became the first to roll out the new Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine, Prime Minister Boris Johnson returned the nation to national lockdown, closing all schools to combat spiraling coronavirus cases and hospitalizations. As Charlie D'Agata reports, a dangerous new strain of coronavirus from South Africa is causing concern among scientists.
New COVID-19 strain appears in New York
As more Americans get sick with COVID-19, health officials are reporting that a man in New York has contracted a potentially more transmissible variant of the coronavirus first identified in the U.K. Dr. John Moore, professor of microbiology and immunology at Weill Cornell Medical College at Cornell University, joins CBSN to discuss the latest news surrounding the new variant and the lagging U.S. vaccine rollout.
U.K. leader orders strict new lockdown as COVID-19 variant surges
The new restrictions will close all schools and in-person dining.
U.K. warns of more lockdown measures as country fights COVID-19
The United Kingdom is battling an acute outbreak, recording more than 50,000 new coronavirus infections a day over the past six days. The new COVID variant is up to 70% more contagious.
U.K. returning to national lockdown
Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Monday announced that the United Kingdom will be put back under strict lockdown orders as a new strain of COVID-19 rapidly spreads. CBS News foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero from London with the details.
Britain finalizes economic split with EU after Brexit journey
The split leaves the EU smaller and the U.K. freer but more isolated in a turbulent world.
UK rolls out new vaccine amid Brexit
A new coronavirus strain is spreading across the U.K. as the country implements its latest pandemic lockdown and prepares to roll out the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine. The new measures come as the country prepares to leave the European Union. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Charlie D'Agata joins CBSN from London to break down the latest on the coronavirus and Brexit.
As Britain exits EU, Boris Johnson's father seeks French citizenship
Stanley Johnson says he's in the process of "reclaiming" his French identity.
U.K. and EU reach Brexit deal that should avert New Year chaos
With just over a week until the U.K.'s final split from the European Union, the British government said the "deal is done."
U.K. and EU agree on Brexit trade deal
Britain and the European Union have reached agreement a post-Brexit trade deal after months of contentious negotiations. The deal comes almost four years after Britain voted to leave the European bloc. CBS News foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi joined CBSN's Tom Hanson to discuss the latest.
U.K. and E.U. reach Brexit trade deal
Britain and the European Union have agreed on a trade deal that could help avoid economic chaos at the end of the year, when the U.K. is no longer bound by E.U. trade regulations. CBS News foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi joins CBSN with the latest from London.
Concerns about new COVID strain in U.K.
Many countries are enforcing new travel restrictions on the U.K. amid concerns over a new, highly transmissible strain of the coronavirus. London and other parts of the country are back in strict lockdowns to prevent escalating spread.CBS News correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins CBSN from London with the latest.
New coronavirus strain in U.K. sparks concern
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is imposing new stay-at-home orders ahead of Christmas now that a new coronavirus strain has been found spreading in the country. Many other nations are imposing travel bans on the U.K. in an attempt to keep the strain out. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN from London with more on the situation.
London in lockdown after COVID cases surge
Countries around the world are banning or restricting travel to and from the U.K. after a new, highly-transmissable COVID strain has gripped that country. Some 18 million people are now facing a Christmas in lockdown as the government there tries to fight the spread. Foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports.
Countries ban travel to and from U.K. due to new COVID strain
At least six European countries have said flights will cease — if they haven't already — while France and Belgium have also banned train travel.
U.K., E.U. closer to Brexit trade deal
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says a trade deal between the E.U. and U.K. is closer than ever. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer joins CBSN to break down what the outstanding issues are and what could happen if there is no agreement.
Alps glaciers melting & more world headlines
Researchers say 92% of glaciers near the Alps could be lost by 2100 because of climate change. Brexit talks resume before the December 31st deadlines. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge embark on a royal train tour. And a WWII-era bomb was defused in Frankfurt, Germany. CBS news foreign correspondent Chris Livesay joins "CBSN AM" from Rome with today's global headlines.
White House declassifies info on secret FBI probe into Trump's firing of Comey
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U.S. has used nearly all its stockpile of long-range missiles in Iran war, sources say
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El-Sayed and Stevens in tight Michigan Democratic Senate primary contest
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Man carrying ammo arrested near Trump National Golf Course before president's visit
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Rick Brattin wins Republican primary for Missouri seat redrawn to favor GOP
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Wesley Bell beats Cori Bush in Missouri Democratic House primary rematch
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SpaceX rocket booster slams into moon, expected to leave large crater
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Rick Brattin wins Republican primary for Missouri seat redrawn to favor GOP
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Ollivant projected to win GOP primary in battleground Virginia district
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Idaho In-N-Out shooting victims remembered by loved ones: "She lit up a room"
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State Department revokes visa of Brazil's ambassador to the U.S.
A senior State Department official said the visa would be reinstated immediately if Brazil grants diplomatic approval for President Trump's nominee for U.S. ambassador to Brazil, Daniel Perez.
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Chipotle removes jalapeños linked to Minnesota salmonella outbreak
The restaurant chain said it pulled the peppers and replaced them with product from another grower amid a food-poisoning probe.
Dow soars 900 points on strong corporate profits, hopes of Iran deal
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More adult children live at home now than during the pandemic
One woman in her mid-30s said her $60,000 annual income wasn't enough to cover all her bills after a breakup, leading her to move back home.
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House Democrats targeting 12 new GOP districts, including Lauren Boebert's seat
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White House declassifies info on secret FBI probe into Trump's firing of Comey
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El-Sayed and Stevens in tight Michigan Democratic Senate primary contest
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Democratic Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez and Trump-backed Republican advance in Washington primary
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Chipotle suspected in salmonella outbreak
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Michigan reports 2 cyclosporiasis deaths
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Michigan health officials report 2 deaths among cyclosporiasis cases
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RFK Jr., Oz blame ACA enrollment drop on fraud, but experts cite rising costs
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Video shows drone attacking a street vendor in Ukraine
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State Department revokes visa of Brazil's ambassador to the U.S.
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U.S. has used nearly all its stockpile of long-range missiles, sources say
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Trump administration finalizes AI framework, official says
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U.S. probes cyberattack on water systems
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Dramatic photos show lava spewing from Fuego volcano in Guatemala
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