Biden calls on employers to offer paid leave for vaccinations
The nation is set to meet Mr. Biden's goal of 200 million vaccine doses by his 92nd day in office.
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Biden calls for paid leave for vaccinations
President Biden on Wednesday announced the nation is poised to meet his goal of administering 200 million coronavirus vaccine doses before his 100th day in office, and he urged U.S. employers to provide paid time off for workers to get their shots as part of efforts to get more people vaccinated. Watch his remarks.
Netflix's growth slows on brighter outlook for the pandemic
As a large swath of the U.S. population gets vaccinated, people are finding other diversions besides watching videos.
You've been vaccinated. So do you need a vaccine card?
Millions of Americans are getting CDC-issued "vaccination record" cards. Here's what to do with them.
22 COVID patients die in Indian hospital as leak cuts oxygen supply
Damage to the large external supply tank at a hospital for COVID patients took only 35 minutes to repair, but it was a deadly failure in a system already strained by shortages.
Defiant Ted Nugent admits he tested positive for COVID-19
In a video, the rocker repeatedly uses racist slurs to refer to COVID and repeats that he won't get the vaccine because "nobody knows what's in it," which is wrong.
FDA orders J&J plant to stop vaccine production
The Food and Drug Administration has ordered one manufacturing plant to stop its production of Johnson & Johnson vaccine after contamination was found. Meanwhile, Dr. Anthony Fauci says he expects access to Johnson and Johnson doses to resume later this week. CBS News' Laura Podesta joins CBSN AM with an update.
U.S. officials combat COVID vaccine hesitancy
As U.S. officials combat vaccine hesitancy. Dr. Anthony Fauci is urging Americans to look at the data. He says vaccines are the "highway to normalcy." Dr. Payal Patel, an infectious diseases physician at the University of Michigan medical school, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to discuss the latest.
Californians want to keep working from home post-pandemic
A survey by the University of Southern California found that 42% of current, full-time remote workers want to keep working from home.
Pandemic creates new uses for robots
The COVID-19 pandemic has created new uses for robots from disinfecting public areas to delivering food. But there’s a new focus on making them more lifelike. One company is creating hundreds of androids to work as health care aides; another has human-looking robots that work in customer service. CBS News' Elise Preston reports.
COVID-19 prompts expanded travel warnings
The U.S. State Department says it will increase its "Do Not Travel" guidance to 80% of countries worldwide because of "unprecedented risks" amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Dyan Hes, founder of Gramercy Pediatrics, joined CBSN to discuss the changes.
Johnson & Johnson vaccine pause repercussions
Doctor Amesh Adalja joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss the latest on COVID-19 cases, vaccination efforts worldwide and the aftereffects and repercussions of Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine pause.
Otters test positive for COVID-19 at Georgia Aquarium
Officials suspect the otters caught the virus from an asymptomatic staff member.
India's COVID 2nd wave is a tsunami, and it's taking a grim toll
Vicious 2nd wave of infections leaves bodies piling up as oxygen, vaccines and hospital beds run short, and a "double mutant" strain stokes global fears.
Report: Pandemic apathy may be defined as "languishing"
Health experts are using the term "languishing" to define feelings of emptiness and stagnation caused by the coronavirus pandemic. They say it's important to recognize the emotion and talk about it before it becomes a more severe mental health issue. Adam Grant, author and organizational psychologist at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano to explain.
U.S. expands vaccine eligibility as cases climb
As CBS News' Meg Oliver reports, anyone aged 16 and older is now eligible for a coronavirus vaccine in the U.S. But despite progress on the vaccine front, the head of the CDC says the nation is still in a "complicated stage" with cases continuing to rise. Then, Dr. Mati Hlatshwayo Davis, an infectious disease physician, joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with more on the current obstacles in the fight against the pandemic.
Teacher raised $41K to help others. He now owes $16K to IRS
Situation highlights pitfalls of fundraising through online services like Facebook rather than an IRS-approved charity.
COVID deaths surpass 3 million worldwide
More than 3 million people have died from COVID-19 from around the world, as many pockets of the globe continue to see surging cases and deaths. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer reports.
All U.S. adults eligible for COVID vaccine
Starting today, all Americans age 16 and older can get a coronavirus vaccine. Over the past week, more than half the states across the U.S. reported a rising number of hospitalizations. Dr. Ron Elfenbein, medical director and owner of First Call Medical Center, joins CBSN to discuss the latest on the pandemic.
Moderna plans to have third vaccine booster shot ready by fall
A booster shot could provide extra protection against COVID-19 variants, according to drugmakers.
Vaccine helps some COVID long haulers: Survey
A new survey finds 39% of COVID-19 long-haulers reported feeling better after taking the vaccine. CBS News senior medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula spoke with two women who say after months of serious symptoms, they finally found dramatic relief.
Some long-haul COVID patients report vaccines are helping
Many long COVID patients are worried about receiving a vaccine. A new poll indicates it may actually help them.
ICYMI: A look back at Sunday's 60 Minutes
The Oath Keepers militia group's path to breaching the Capitol; Black Americans more prone to health issues because of racism; Viola Davis: The 60 Minutes Interview.
Half of U.S. adults have received at least one COVID vaccination
About 50.4% of the total U.S. adult population have received at least one dose of the vaccine as the global death toll from COVID surpassed 3 million people.
CBS News poll: Eye on Earth — climate change and a pandemic year
Just over half think that a year of lockdowns and working from home during the pandemic probably helped the environment.
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Iran warns the U.S. against a ground invasion as war drags on
Top diplomats from Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt are meeting in Pakistan on Sunday to push for an end to the Iran war.
European allies say Russia is helping Iran more than acknowledged
The Europeans also argue that the war in Ukraine is intertwined with the war in Iran due to the cooperation between Russia and Iran.
Republicans stand by Trump on Iran, but are split on how war could end
At this year's CPAC, many attendees toed a fine line between backing the war in Iran and worrying about how the conflict could expand.
American-born Israeli soldier killed in combat in Lebanon
Sgt. Moshe Yitzchak Hacohen Katz, 22, was born in Connecticut and served in the Israel Defense Forces' Paratroopers Brigade.
North Korea tests missile that it claims can target U.S. mainland
The test was in line with Kim Jong Un's goals of targeting the U.S., but some experts speculate the claim may be exaggerated.
DHS funding bill passes House, but shutdown drags on as Senate approves its own plan
The House passed a measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security for 60 days — but it's still unclear how the shutdown will end as the Senate, which approved its own funding plan, is on recess.
Millions turn out for "No Kings" rallies held worldwide to protest against Trump
Organizers estimated that at least 8 million people took part in more than 3,300 "No Kings" events worldwide.
2 boats carrying aid to Cuba arrive in Havana after being reported missing
Two sailboats that went missing carrying humanitarian aid from southern Mexico to Cuba landed in Havana on Saturday afternoon.
Tiger Woods charged with DUI after crash in Florida, authorities say
In 2021, Woods was seriously injured in a rollover crash in Rolling Hills Estates, a Los Angeles suburb.
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North Korea tests missile that it claims can target U.S. mainland
The test was in line with Kim Jong Un's goals of targeting the U.S., but some experts speculate the claim may be exaggerated.
American-born Israeli soldier killed in combat in Lebanon
Sgt. Moshe Yitzchak Hacohen Katz, 22, was born in Connecticut and served in the Israel Defense Forces' Paratroopers Brigade.
Attack survivors, not believed by police, get the last word against kidnapper
After their kidnapping case drew national attention because they were accused of making it up, Denise Huskins Quinn and Aaron Quinn worked with law enforcement to help uncover additional crimes committed by their attacker – helping to bring justice to other victims and reclaiming their own story.
The ripple effect of the Iran war on struggling U.S. farmers
The price of ammonia and urea, two fertilizer ingredients seeing disruptions, are up around 20% and 50%, respectively, since the start of the Iran war.
Henry Lee, forensic scientist who testified at O.J. Simpson trial, dies at 87
Dr. Lee rose to fame after his testimony in Simpson's 1995 trial, in which he questioned the handling of blood evidence.
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Bank of America reaches $72.5 million settlement in Epstein lawsuit
Bank of America has reached a $72.5 million settlement in a lawsuit that alleges the financial giant helped facilitate the sex trafficking operation of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Education Department tells 7.5 million SAVE borrowers to prepare for repayment
More than 7 million student loan borrowers who've been enrolled in a Biden-era repayment plan will receive notices with instructions to seek a new plan to repay their debt.
How soon will TSA lines return to normal after the shutdown ends?
The Department of Homeland Security said TSA agents should begin receiving pay as early as Monday, March 30.
Should you rely on AI to do your taxes? Experts warn of risks.
About 1 in 4 Americans are using AI chatbots to prepare their tax returns, but experts warn the tools can produce outdated or inaccurate guidance.
CBS News gas and oil price tracker shows how much energy costs are rising
As the war with Iran continues, CBS News is tracking gas and oil prices. Find out how much more it costs to fill up your tank or heat your house.
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European allies say Russia is helping Iran more than acknowledged
The Europeans also argue that the war in Ukraine is intertwined with the war in Iran due to the cooperation between Russia and Iran.
Republicans stand by Trump on Iran, but are split on how war could end
At this year's CPAC, many attendees toed a fine line between backing the war in Iran and worrying about how the conflict could expand.
Here's what needs to happen before oil starts flowing through Strait of Hormuz again
As the U.S.-Iran war nears the one-month mark, the fragile global oil market has emerged as a key weapon in Iran's arsenal — and some shipping and insurance experts don't expect the situation to return to normal until the conflict winds down.
Education Department tells 7.5 million SAVE borrowers to prepare for repayment
More than 7 million student loan borrowers who've been enrolled in a Biden-era repayment plan will receive notices with instructions to seek a new plan to repay their debt.
U.S. Tomahawks are being used in Iran war faster than stockpile is being refilled
The U.S. has used close to 1,000 Tomahawk missiles since June 2025 and has been procuring them at a rate of about 90 per year.
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Hockey player diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at 26: "It was surreal"
David Lyon is one of the rising number of young adults to be diagnosed with colorectal cancer.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
CDC's acting chief promises a return to stability in a tumultuous moment
Dr. Jay Bhattacharya, head of the National Institutes of Health and interim leader of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, told staff a permanent CDC director could be nominated soon. "I know that it has been such a difficult year," he said.
FDA says billionaire's claims about cancer drug Anktiva are misleading
Federal health officials posted a warning about misleading statements by biotech billionaire Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong about his company's bladder cancer drug Anktiva.
More parents are refusing routine newborn preventative care, study finds
Doctors fear that skepticism, fueled by anti-science sentiment and mistrust, is extending beyond vaccines to other proven, routine care.
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North Korea tests missile that it claims can target U.S. mainland
The test was in line with Kim Jong Un's goals of targeting the U.S., but some experts speculate the claim may be exaggerated.
American-born Israeli soldier killed in combat in Lebanon
Sgt. Moshe Yitzchak Hacohen Katz, 22, was born in Connecticut and served in the Israel Defense Forces' Paratroopers Brigade.
European allies say Russia is helping Iran more than acknowledged
The Europeans also argue that the war in Ukraine is intertwined with the war in Iran due to the cooperation between Russia and Iran.
Nepal former prime minister and home minister arrested over protest deaths
An election earlier this month was the country's first since youth-led protests against corruption and poor governance.
More than 3,500 U.S. troops arrive in Middle East as Iran war intensifies
U.S. Central Command said Saturday that more than 11,000 targets have been struck since Operation Epic Fury began on Feb. 28.
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Brandon Uranowitz on reviving "Ragtime"
Tony Award-winner Brandon Uranowitz sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to discuss his journey to landing his latest role in "Ragtime" at Lincoln Center.
The Avett Brothers' bassist talks new book
Bob Crawford, the bassist for The Avett Brothers, shares with "CBS Saturday Morning" why he believes John Quincy Adams is an underrated American hero amid the release of his new book "America's Founding Son: John Quincy Adams, from President to Political Maverick."
Courtney Barnett performs "Mantis"
Grammy-nominated Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett's latest studio album "Creatures of Habit" takes inspiration from recent life changes, including her move to Los Angeles. Here is Courtney Barnett with "Mantis."
Courtney Barnett performs "Stay In Your Lane"
Grammy-nominated Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett's latest studio album "Creatures of Habit" takes inspiration from recent life changes, including her move to Los Angeles. Here is Courtney Barnett with "Stay In Your Lane."
Courtney Barnett performs "One Thing At A Time"
Grammy-nominated Australian singer-songwriter Courtney Barnett's latest studio album "Creatures of Habit" takes inspiration from recent life changes, including her move to Los Angeles. Here is Courtney Barnett with "One Thing At A Time."
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Judge blocks Pentagon's Anthropic risk label
A judge has temporarily blocked the Pentagon's attempt to designate Anthropic as a supply chain risk. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson joins with analysis.
Kentucky family rejects millions for land
A mother and daughter in Kentucky have turned down a $26 million offer for their land. The offer came from an unnamed tech company wanting to build a data center. CBS News' Jared Ochacher spoke with the family.
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.
CBS News poll analysis on what jobs AI should be doing
As AI use rises, many see it decreasing the number of jobs available.
What jobs are most at risk from AI
New research from the Society of Human Resource Management shows which regions and jobs are most at risk from artificial intelligence. Johnny Taylor, president and CEO of SHRM, joins CBS News to discuss the findings.
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Arctic sea ice hits lowest winter level as heat records are shattered worldwide
Arctic sea ice levels are crucial to Earth's climate because, without the ice reflecting sunlight, more heat energy goes into the oceans.
Sharks in Bahamas test positive for caffeine, painkillers, cocaine
Marine biologists found detectable levels of caffeine, cocaine and the over-the-counter painkillers in the blood of 28 sharks.
What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral peptide claims
Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits online.
Amputee sea turtle being tracked at sea from space
The staff at a Florida sea turtle hospital is monitoring some animals they've rehabilitated from space -- especially amputees, such as one they named Amelie, who's back at sea.
600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in medieval hospital
The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say.
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Denise and Aaron Quinn Get the Last Word
A couple is attacked as they slept. They later team up with law enforcement and get their assailant to confess to more crimes. "48 Hours" correspondent Tracy Smith reports.
Attack survivors, not believed by police, get the last word against kidnapper
After their kidnapping case drew national attention because they were accused of making it up, Denise Huskins Quinn and Aaron Quinn worked with law enforcement to help uncover additional crimes committed by their attacker – helping to bring justice to other victims and reclaiming their own story.
French police stop apparent bomb attack outside Bank of America building
The incident occurred in the middle of the night, while the office was closed. No employees were injured, according to the bank.
Tiger Woods released from jail after arrest
Tiger Woods was released from the Martin County jail in Florida following his DUI arrest after a rollover crash on Friday.
Colombian navy says it shut down 30 drug labs, seized 2 tons of cocaine
The Colombian navy said it also seized thousands of gallons of smuggled fuel, preventing "the strengthening of illicit economies."
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What would success mean for Artemis II flight?
The 322-foot rocket set to launch Artemis II stood ready on the pad at the Kennedy Space Center on Saturday. It will be the first crewed moonshot in over a half-century. Mark Strassmann is there.
Meet the rescue team behind the astronauts as Artemis II's launch approaches
A global team of air force rescuers is on standby, ready to come to the aid of the Artemis II crew after their space launch.
Behind the plans of an Artemis II rescue
While final preparations are underway for the Artemis II launch, "CBS Saturday Morning" takes a peek behind-the-scenes at the plans being made for if the crew needs to be rescued.
NASA begins final countdown for moon mission
NASA's Artemis II crew arrived in Florida on Friday, signaling final preparations are underway for the first crewed Moon mission since the Apollo 17 mission in 1972.
Crew arrives ahead of Artemis II launch
Four NASA astronauts are gearing up for a historic mission to return humans to deep space for the first time in over 50 years. The crew touched down at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Friday for final preparations ahead of next week's planned Artemis II launch. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
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Denise and Aaron Quinn Get the Last Word
A couple is attacked as they slept. They later team up with law enforcement and get their assailant to confess to more crimes. "48 Hours" correspondent Tracy Smith reports.
Watch: "No Kings" protests, notable speeches
Protesters around the U.S. and the world gathered for the third "No Kings" installment to protest President Trump and his administration.
Farmers feel financial pain from Iran war
American homes and businesses are feeling the ripple effects of the war in Iran. Gas prices are averaging $3.97 a gallon nationwide, up about one dollar in a month, and the largest four-year increase in 30 years. Lana Zak reports from Iowa.
Man sprinkles poppy seeds on wildfire scars
In Altadena, California, Rene Amy is walking the empty lots of the Eaton Fire burn scar, scattering poppy seeds. He hopes for growth in a community with so much loss. Joy Benedict has the story.
What would success mean for Artemis II flight?
The 322-foot rocket set to launch Artemis II stood ready on the pad at the Kennedy Space Center on Saturday. It will be the first crewed moonshot in over a half-century. Mark Strassmann is there.