Trust in government hits record high globally amid pandemic: Survey
Government is trusted more than businesses, non-profits and the media, according to the 2020 Edelman Trust Barometer spring update.
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Amid lockdowns, renewable energy sources overtake coal
Coronavirus lockdowns have given solar, wind and hydropower a boost.
Governor Cuomo responds to Trump: Coronavirus is "not a blue state issue"
"It's not just Democratic states that have an economic shortfall," he said. "Republican states have an economic shortfall."
Pandemic underscores Africa's digital divide
Closing schools and transitioning to online learning has been a key part of the world's response to the coronavirus pandemic. But in Africa, the change is highlighting a massive digital divide among students. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta explains.
Kids hospitalized with mysterious illness
At least 15 children have been hospitalized in New York City with a mysterious condition that's possibly linked with COVID-19. Dr. Dyan Hes joined CBSN to discuss what we know about Kawasaki disease and the symptoms parents should be looking out for.
Another 1,700 virus deaths reported at New York nursing homes
At least 4,813 people have died from COVID-19 in the state's nursing homes since March 1, according to Governor Andrew Cuomo's administration.
Students demand that colleges refund tuition
More than two dozen schools face lawsuits saying high-priced online courses are no substitute for real classes.
As virus deaths mount, nursing homes seek legal immunity
"The nursing homes that are suffering the worst problems with the virus are the same homes that have had terrible track records with infection control and with staffing," attorney Mike Dark said.
Obamas to headline virtual commencement events for grads
The former president and first lady will participate in three commencement events for high school and college graduates.
Female gondoliers in Venice deliver food to elderly
Getting groceries has been especially difficult for the elderly during the coronavirus lockdown in Italy.
Wendy's runs out of burgers at some locations
McDonald's is also watching its beef supplies as coronavirus-related shutdowns hamper the meat industry.
Senate to focus primarily on nominations in first week back
Senate committees will hold confirmation hearings for key administration posts and judicial nominees this week
World leaders pledge $8 billion to vaccine race as U.S. skips summit
The Trump administration, facing the deadliest COVID-19 outbreak in the world, was notably absent from the virtual vaccine summit.
Possible link between COVID-19 and rare illness in children
British doctors raised alarms about Kawasaki disease after a number of children diagnosed with COVID-19 died despite having no underlying health issues, according to a U.K. official.
3 Russian doctors with COVID-19 mysteriously fall from hospital windows
2 of the falls, all in separate regions, were fatal, and 2 of the medics had voiced complaints about officials' handling of the coronavirus crisis.
Destruction of Amazon rainforest accelerates amid coronavirus
Researchers say deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon increased by more than 50% in the first three months of the year.
Gold's Gym files for bankruptcy due to coronavirus closures
"No single factor has caused more harm to our business than the current COVID-19 global pandemic," the company announced.
Cruise lines face lawsuit and investigation over virus response
A wrongful death lawsuit was filed against Royal Caribbean on behalf of a 27-year-old employee from Indonesia.
Pence says he should have worn a mask at Mayo Clinic
"I didn't think it was necessary," the vice president said.
Digital campaign teams try to adapt amid coronavirus
Safety precautions forced Democratic and Republican organizers to rapidly transition operations to 100% virtual and, in some cases, in a matter of days.
Cruise line sued over worker's COVID-19 death
Royal Caribbean is facing a wrongful death lawsuit after a crew member's family claims he contracted the coronavirus on the ship and only got sick after passengers disembarked. This comes as Carnival Cruise Line plans to resume some voyages from Florida and Texas in August after a no-sail order from the CDC expires. Kris Van Cleave breaks down the issues the cruise industry is facing as it grapples with its post-pandemic path forward.
How criminals are adapting to COVID-19 realities
The head of Britain's serious crime agency tells CBS News' Ian Lee that online child abusers and organized crime gangs are adapting to and exploiting the circumstances of coronavirus lockdowns on both sides of the Atlantic.
How child abusers and other criminals are exploiting COVID-19 realities
"There is no doubt that with more children online, we need to work harder to protect those children," National Crime Agency boss says.
New USS Roosevelt commander discusses ship's future
More than 1,100 of the ship's sailors have tested positive for COVID-19.
FDA OKs Roche's coronavirus antibody test
Swiss biotech firm says its blood test is 100% accurate in detecting the presence of coronavirus antibodies.
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