Developing the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID vaccine
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New Jersey "Shot and a Beer" program gives the vaccinated free beer
New Jersey is partnering with bars that will offer a free beer to anyone who gets their first vaccine dose in May.
EU looks to ease travel restrictions as vaccination ramps up
The 27-nation bloc's executive branch has recommended opening up non-essential travel to people from outside Europe, but there are conditions.
COVID-19 vaccines' life-saving breakthrough
While coronavirus vaccines have only been on the market for a few months now, the science behind them has been years in the making.
More than 101 million Americans are fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Over 43% have received at least one dose, and the average daily case count is down 16%.
Will AstraZeneca's vaccine get approved in U.S.?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says more than 101 million Americans are now fully vaccinated against COVID-19. The AstraZeneca vaccine, which is deployed in Europe, is vying to be the fourth available in the United States. Jenny Strasburg, a European correspondent for The Wall Street Journal, joined CBSN with more.
U.S. to restrict travel from India
The Biden administration is putting restrictions on travelers coming to the United States from India. It comes the same day the U.S. announced 100 million adults were fully vaccinated. But as CBS News' Janet Shamlian reports, several states are canceling some of their vaccine shipments. Dr. Payal Patel, an infectious diseases physician at the University of Michigan's Medical School, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with her analysis.
India sees record COVID cases
Much-needed medical supplies are starting to arrive in India from around the world, as overwhelmed hospitals are in dire need of oxygen concentrators, COVID tests and masks. CBSN's Tanya Rivero spoke with Carmen Paun, global health reporter at Politico, about why the entire world needs to be worried about what's happening in India.
Many Americans prefer a specific brand of vaccine
In a new survey, many Americans say social media posts by family and friends were a reason they favored a certain vaccine.
New York City makes plans to fully reopen
New York City officials are coming up with plans to fully reopen this summer. As CBS News' Nikki Battiste reports, the good news comes as coronavirus vaccinations decline and millions in the Pacific Northwest face new restrictions. Then, Dr. Amesh Adalja, an infectious disease expert and senior scholar at John's Hopkins University's Bloomberg School of Public Medicine, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with his analysis.
How hackers are attacking the COVID-19 supply chain
Attack "has the hallmarks of nation-state activity" and was designed to undermine trust in the vaccine, experts say.
1,300 vaccine doses set to go to waste in Philadelphia
Supply of the vaccine is outpacing demand in parts of the U.S. as some Americans remain reluctant to get shots.
1,000 vaccine doses could expire
More than 1,000 doses of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine could go to waste in Philadelphia if they're not used today, as the rate of vaccination slows in the U.S. and supply starts to outpace demand in some areas. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Anne-Marie Green have more.
U.S. faces COVID-19 vaccine surplus as demand slows
For the first time since March 22, the U.S. is averaging less than 2.5 million vaccinations a day.
Miami teacher warned kids against hugging COVID-vaccinated parents
One 5th grade student's mother told CBS News Miami that her "stomach dropped" when she learned about the Centner Academy teacher's warning.
Scientists back Brazil's decision to ban Russian COVID vaccine
Brazil's drug regulator wasn't the first to flag apparent anomalies with Sputnik V vaccine doses, and scientists say their import ban seems prudent.
CDC: Vaccine drastically cuts hospitalizations
The CDC has released new data about the effectiveness of the coronavirus vaccines in the real world. The agency says fully vaccinated adults age 65 and over are 94% less likely to be hospitalized with COVID-19. CBS News' Chris Martinez reports on efforts to get more people vaccinated, and Dr. Krutika Kuppalli joins CBSN to discuss.
CDC updates guidelines for vaccinated people
The CDC now says some outdoor activities are safe without masks when people are fully vaccinated. Dr. Alonzo Plough, the chief science officer at the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, joins CBSN to talk about about why it's important to get vaccinated.
Vaccine efforts in U.S. and around the world
As the rate of vaccination slows in the U.S., other countries around the world are facing renewed COVID-19 crises. CBS News correspondent Meg Oliver reports on the U.S. vaccine surplus, and infectious disease physician Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis joins CBSN to explain why richer countries need to help other nations for everyone's benefit.
In India, a scramble for vaccines as COVID deaths top 200,000
India is expanding its vaccination program as the second wave of the pandemic takes grim toll on the lives of its 1.32 billion people.
W. Virginia offers $100 savings bond to get COVID-19 shot
"If we really want to move the needle, we've got to get our younger people vaccinated," Republican governor says.
"Shots for Shots" campaign promotes vaccine
Some states are seeing a decline in vaccinations against COVID-19. CBS News correspondent Omar Villafranca joins CBSN from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, where a new campaign called "Shots for Shots" hopes to entice more people to get vaccinated by setting up sites at bars.
Harry, Meghan and the Bidens to appear at vaccine benefit concert
A-list concert will see pop music stars, celebrities and world leaders call seek "dollars for doses" to boost global vaccinations against COVID-19.
Millions of Americans missed 2nd COVID vaccine appointment
According to the CDC, more than five million people, or about 8%, had missed their second Pfizer or Moderna doses as of early April.
CDC relaxes mask guidelines for fully vaccinated Americans
New guidance lays out some activities that fully vaccinated Americans can safely resume.
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Iran accuses U.S. of violating ceasefire as stalemate continues in peace talks
The U.S. military reported that it has shot down six Iranian one-way attack drones headed toward the Strait of Hormuz.
Jared Kushner-backed luxury resort stokes days of protests in Albania
The so-called "Flamingo Revolution" has taken up the cause of protecting the Albanian coast from a development led by the president's son-in-law.
Pratt's lead over Raman further erodes in new L.A. mayoral race results
Political newcomer Spencer Pratt's lead over Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nithya Raman in the race for L.A. mayor has continued to diminish since election night.
Missing Auburn University student in Japan found dead, mother says
James Higginbotham was found dead in a mountainous area outside Kyoto by a volunteer search-and-rescue group, his mother said.
Treasury Department plans to use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover
The Treasury Department will use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover from damage caused by Tehran's regime, a source familiar with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's thinking told CBS News.
5 taken to the hospital after strong winds at NCAA tournament
Video from the storm showed rain and wind that reached speeds of 40 mph tearing up a tent, with one person flying through the air while trying to hold it down as another person rolls uncontrollably down a hill.
Golden Tempo wins the Belmont Stakes after also taking the Kentucky Derby
Golden Tempo made Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner.
At least 12 people wounded in shooting near festival in Toledo, Ohio
Police in Toledo, Ohio, reported that there were believed to be at least two shooters. No suspects have been arrested.
FBI fires analysts who worked on memo about Catholic extremist ideology
The five fired FBI analysits were involved in the creation of a withdrawn internal 2023 intelligence memo on "Radical Traditionalist Catholic" ideology, sources said.
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5 taken to the hospital after strong winds at NCAA tournament
Video from the storm showed rain and wind that reached speeds of 40 mph tearing up a tent, with one person flying through the air while trying to hold it down as another person rolls uncontrollably down a hill.
Ex-boyfriend and fiancée behind fatal stabbing, shooting of Texas mom
What appeared to be an open-and-shut case for Texas investigators turned out to be a twisted murder plot involving victim Alyssa Beard's ex-boyfriend Andrew Beard and his fiancée Holly Elkins – who detectives say was the mastermind.
At least 12 people wounded in shooting near festival in Toledo, Ohio
Police in Toledo, Ohio, reported that there were believed to be at least two shooters. No suspects have been arrested.
Golden Tempo wins the Belmont Stakes after also taking the Kentucky Derby
Golden Tempo made Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train a Kentucky Derby winner and the second woman to train a Belmont Stakes winner.
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
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Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
The job market is much stronger than economists expected. Why?
Americans say it's tough to find a job, but employers just added a surprisingly strong 172,000 new hires in May.
Second Facebook privacy settlement payment is coming soon
The additional payouts come from uncashed settlement funds and will be issued to eligible claimants beginning on June 9.
Employers added 172,000 jobs in May, surging past expectations
The labor market continues to show strength despite rising inflation and concerns about slowing economic growth.
Meta is selling $3.99 monthly subscriptions for Instagram Plus
The new paid tier adds features like longer stories and deeper metrics as Meta looks to diversify revenue beyond advertising.
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Treasury Department plans to use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover
The Treasury Department will use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover from damage caused by Tehran's regime, a source familiar with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's thinking told CBS News.
Pratt's lead over Raman further erodes in new L.A. mayoral race results
Political newcomer Spencer Pratt's lead over Los Angeles City Councilwoman Nithya Raman in the race for L.A. mayor has continued to diminish since election night.
Becerra advances in California governor's race, CBS News projects
Former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, a Democrat, will advance to the November election in the California governor's race, CBS News projects. A second candidate in the race has not yet been projected to advance.
Colombia's Petro accuses Trump of intervening in his country's election
Colombian President Gustavo Petro argues the U.S. has chosen to align against his government and back forces he identifies as complicit in the drug trade.
No bags, no watch parties: What to expect when Trump attends NBA Finals
As President Trump prepares to watch the New York Knicks take on the San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden, officials are planning for a heightened security posture, sources said.
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A breakthrough for Type 1 diabetes treatment
A medical breakthrough is showing promise for millions of Americans with Type 1 diabetes. It's an alternative to taking insulin without the injections. Mark Strassmann has more details.
U.S. doctor with Ebola recovers from deadly virus, German hospital says
Dr. Peter Stafford was working with a missionary group in the Congo when he came down with the virus last month.
Veteran runs to fight "life-changing disease" after minor symptoms
Dr. Sara Whittingham thought she would know if something was wrong. But her minor symptoms had a surprising cause.
In Congo, doctors face Ebola with little protection: "We live with fear"
Travel bans and conflict have disrupted supply chains in the Democratic Republic of Congo, leaving health workers without Ebola tests and protective gear needed to contain the outbreak.
FDA moves ahead with safety study of abortion pill mifepristone
The FDA is moving ahead with a safety study of the abortion pill mifepristone, a senior FDA official confirmed to CBS News, a step that could create a path for the Trump administration to restrict access to the medication.
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Treasury Department plans to use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover
The Treasury Department will use Iranian assets to help U.S. Gulf allies recover from damage caused by Tehran's regime, a source familiar with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's thinking told CBS News.
Iran soccer team departs for Mexico ahead of World Cup
Problems with processing visas had earlier led Iran to move its training base from Tucson, Arizona, to Tijuana, Mexico.
Jared Kushner-backed luxury resort stokes days of protests in Albania
The so-called "Flamingo Revolution" has taken up the cause of protecting the Albanian coast from a development led by the president's son-in-law.
In France, Hegseth invokes immigration and "invasion" in D-Day remarks
Hegseth's speech echoed broader Trump administration rhetoric over border security and migration in Europe.
Missing Auburn University student in Japan found dead, mother says
James Higginbotham was found dead in a mountainous area outside Kyoto by a volunteer search-and-rescue group, his mother said.
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Steven Spielberg watches scene from "Close Encounters of the Third Kind"
In this web exclusive, Steven Spielberg, director of the new film "Disclosure Day," walks Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz through a scene from his 1977 UFO classic "Close Encounters of the Third Kind," discussing Richard Dreyfuss' performance, the widescreen aspect ratio, and John Williams' music.
Patton Oswalt on his new comedy special
Patton Oswalt sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his new special, "Tea & Scotch," and reflect on his comedic journey.
Simon Pegg and Lizzy McAlpine on new film
Simon Pegg and Lizzy McAlpine sit down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss their new film, "Only What We Carry," which was shot in six days and mostly improvised.
Ashley McBryde performs "Ten To Midnight"
Grammy-winning country music star Ashley McBryde's latest album, "Wild," draws on her experiences growing up in the Ozarks and her journey to sobriety. Ahead of her summer U.S. tour, here's Ashley McBryde performing "Ten To Midnight."
Ashley McBryde performs "Bottle Tells Me So"
Grammy-winning country music star Ashley McBryde's latest album, "Wild," draws on her experiences growing up in the Ozarks and her journey to sobriety. Ahead of her summer U.S. tour, here's Ashley McBryde performing "Bottle Tells Me So."
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Prediction markets have become a draw for young men. Here's why
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
Anthropic on global pause on AI development
Anthropic is urging a pause in AI development amid growing concerns about future risks, though some experts question the company's motives. Vicky Ge Huang, a reporter for The Wall Street Journal, joins CBS News with more details.
How AI powered robots are helping small farms
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
Alarm over computer "worms" created with AI
Experts are warning about computer "worms" created with AI that can infect devices and harm users without restraint. University of Toronto professor Nicolas Papernot joins with more.
New details on SpaceX IPO plans
SpaceX is going public this month, and it could be the largest-ever stock market debut. As it plans this move, SpaceX has amended the language in its IPO filing to address the company's growing need for water, particularly to expand its data centers. CBS News' Kelly O'Grady reports, and University of California, Riverside, associate professor Shaolei Ren joins to discuss.
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El Niño could bring more widespread coral bleaching, NOAA warns
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
Scientists find yeast in frozen mummy's guts, use it to make bread
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Meteor lights up southern Michigan
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
Ancient coin, mysterious markings found under Notre Dame cathedral
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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The Plot to Eliminate Alyssa Burkett
A toxic couple orchestrates an elaborate plan to kill a mother. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Ex-boyfriend and fiancée behind fatal stabbing, shooting of Texas mom
What appeared to be an open-and-shut case for Texas investigators turned out to be a twisted murder plot involving victim Alyssa Beard's ex-boyfriend Andrew Beard and his fiancée Holly Elkins – who detectives say was the mastermind.
Police give update on shooting near festival
At least 12 people were wounded in a shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, officials said Saturday. The Toledo Police Department gave a press briefing on the incident.
L.A. police chase ends in deadly shooting
The freeways of Los Angeles saw two big police pursuits on Friday. The first chase ended when authorities reported that a robbery suspect was shot and killed on the busy 405 Freeway during morning rush hour. In the second incident, an alleged carjacker was taken down by a police K-9 following a meandering three-hour chase. Carter Evans has more.
Marine veteran fights off armed attackers
A Marine veteran was working on his truck in front of his home in Oxon Hill, Maryland, this week, when four teens tried to rob him at gunpoint. That is when his military training kicked in. Tom Hanson reports.
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Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid concerns over leaks
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Sun erupts with 3 solar flares, raising chances of northern lights for U.S.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA reluctantly gives up on lost orbiter: "Best Mars mission ever"
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
Blue Origin vows to resume New Glenn launches despite explosion
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
NASA taps 2 companies to develop buggies for its moon base program
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
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Steven Spielberg watches scene from "Close Encounters of the Third Kind"
In this web exclusive, Steven Spielberg, director of the new film "Disclosure Day," walks Turner Classic Movies host Ben Mankiewicz through a scene from his 1977 UFO classic "Close Encounters of the Third Kind," discussing Richard Dreyfuss' performance, the widescreen aspect ratio, and John Williams' music.
The Plot to Eliminate Alyssa Burkett
A toxic couple orchestrates an elaborate plan to kill a mother. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Police give update on shooting near festival
At least 12 people were wounded in a shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, officials said Saturday. The Toledo Police Department gave a press briefing on the incident.
How fans are feeling ahead of the World Cup
Seattle's Space Needle sported a new look on Saturday, painted like a soccer ball. The city is one of 16 across North America set to host men's World Cup games. Nicole Valdes reports on how die-hard fans are getting ready.
A breakthrough for Type 1 diabetes treatment
A medical breakthrough is showing promise for millions of Americans with Type 1 diabetes. It's an alternative to taking insulin without the injections. Mark Strassmann has more details.