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The FDA announced that Pfizer's antiviral pills, called Paxlovid, significantly reduced the risk of hospitalization for those at risk of serious illness from COVID-19. These findings come as hospitals and government officials prepare for a spike in infections. Nancy Chen reports.
Scientists warn that the picture could change as more people become ill with the highly transmissible new variant, and that health systems could still be overwhelmed.
The restrictions in Xi'an come just weeks before the Winter Olympics and are some of the harshest China has imposed since it locked down Wuhan after the coronavirus was first detected there in 2019.
The United Kingdom is dealing with a wave of new COVID-19 cases as the Omicron variant spreads throughout the country. Now, Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing pressure to contain it. CBS News contributor Simon Bates discusses how he might be able to steer his country through this latest surge in this week's installment of "London Calling."
The Food and Drug Administration announced Wednesday it has authorized Pfizer's antiviral pill to treat COVID-19 as the new Omicron variant hits all 50 U.S. states. CBS News correspondent Nancy Chen reports on how the new strain is causing disruptions across the country. Then, CBS News correspondent Mark Strassman has the latest on Omicron's impact on travel as tens of millions of Americans hit the road for the holidays. And lastly, Dr. Elizabeth Clayborne, an adjunct assistant professor of emergency medicine at the University of Maryland School of Medicine, joins Elise Preston on CBSN to break down the day's headlines.
On Wednesday, President Biden extended the pause on federal student loa repayments another 90 days, until May 1, 2022. CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett and CBS News' Elise Preston discuss the extension and the pressure the president is facing to address student loan debt on a larger scale.
On the heels of a hot housing market in 2021, Zillow says it expects home prices to increase 11% in 2022. Kunal Lunawat, managing partner and co-founder of real estate technology-focused fund Agya Ventures, joins CBSN's Elise Preston to discuss.
New data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows the U.S. population grew by just 0.1% in the past year, the slowest rate since the nation was founded. Tara Bahrampour, a reporter for The Washington Post, joins CBSN to discuss what attributed to the low growth rate.
Clyburn said it is a breakthrough case and he is asymptomatic.
AAA says traveling is almost at pre-pandemic levels.
The correction department's commissioner said the risk to inmates at the jail "are at a crisis level."
The FDA authorized the first pill to treat COVID-19. The milestone comes as U.S. cases, hospitalizations and deaths are all rising, with health officials warning of a possible tsunami of new Omicron cases that could overwhelm hospitals. Nancy Chen has the details.
Despite the surge in COVID-19 cases, Americans don't want to spend another Christmas away from their families. Instead, they're hitting the roads and airports at near pre-pandemic levels. Mark Strassmann reports.
The College Football Playoff semifinals are scheduled to take place on Friday, December 31.
As COVID-19 cases rise, the Food and Drug Administration has authorized a new tool to help fight the pandemic: Pfizer's COVID-19 pill has been granted emergency use authorization. CBS News' Debra Alfarone reports and Dr. Jerry Abraham, director of vaccine programs at Kedren Health in Los Angeles, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss the latest pandemic news and how to stay safe during the holidays.
President Joe Biden praised his administration's efforts to relieve supply chain bottlenecks ahead of the holidays, as issues with the nation's supply chain, along with the coronavirus pandemic, have driven inflation to record highs. CBS News' Natalie Brand has more, and then Associated Press White House reporter Josh Boak speaks with Tanya Rivero about the president's latest remarks and what they mean for the U.S. supply chain.
"I don't make any of these types of decisions lightly," Mayor Muriel Bowser said.
As the highly contagious Omicron variant takes hold in the U.S., manufacturers and labs are struggling to keep up with testing demand. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo talks to CBSN's Tanya Rivero about the challenges posed by the pandemic.
The Biden administration has extended the pause on student loan repayments for another 90 days due to the pandemic. Borrowers now have an extension until May 1. CBSN's Tanya Rivero has more.
As the Omicron variant continues to spread across the U.S., states and the federal government are taking new measures to try to mitigate COVID-19. CBS News' Nancy Chen reports, and Infectious disease specialist Dr. Rajeev Fernando joins CBSN to discuss the latest on the pandemic.
President Biden has unveiled new plans to help fight the spread of the highly contagious COVID-19 Omicron variant. The new steps include the government providing 500 million rapid at-home tests, adding more testing sites and deploying 1,000 members of the military to overwhelmed hospitals. CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe joins CBSN to discuss.
The Biden administration pushed back the restart of federal student loan payments, paused during the pandemic.
The U.S. Surgeon General issued a rare advisory warning of a mental health crisis among young people during the COVID-19 pandemic, cautioning "It would be a tragedy if we beat back one public health crisis only to allow another to grow in its place." Senior clinical psychologist in the Anxiety Disorders Center at the Child Mind Institute Dr. Jamie Howard joins “CBS Mornings” to discuss the advisory and what caregivers can do to help children who might be struggling.
A handful of schools in Massachusetts are allowing vaccinated students to ditch their masks during the school day, and a Boston Globe review of the state's COVID-19 case data shows those districts haven't seen a significant uptick in cases. Boston Globe education reporter Naomi Martin spoke with CBSN's Anne-Marie Green about what the data shows and how well these policies are going over in these communities.
According to the CDC guidelines, those who test positive, regardless of vaccination status, must isolate for 10 days.
As Iran accuses the U.S. of a "grave violation" of the fragile ceasefire, Rubio says a deal is still possible despite the latest clash.
Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. and local law enforcement said the tank's rupture caused "multiple critical injuries" as well as fatalities.
A top DHS official directed ICE attorneys to aggressively pursue administrative fraud cases against immigration lawyers accused of filing false asylum claims.
CBS News has learned the sailboat used by Brian and Lynette Hooker before her disappearance in the Bahamas had an infrared camera capable of detecting heat radiation.
The three-judge district court panel ordered Alabama to use a congressional map with two majority-Black districts in the upcoming midterm elections.
Sen. John Cornyn is facing off against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who received President Trump's endorsement.
The South Carolina Senate has rejected President Trump's push to redraw the state's congressional districts in hopes Republicans could gain an extra seat.
The Trump administration plans to crack down on press leaks by requiring new and existing federal employees to sign NDAs.
A draft memorandum includes a 60-day ceasefire extension and the halt of fighting on all fronts, sources say.
The T-45C Goshawk, a tandem seat aircraft designed to train Navy and Marine Corps pilots, crashed on private farmland in Noxubee County, Mississippi.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
The board upheaval comes less than a year after BP appointed Albert Manifold to the role.
The squad was announced during an event in New York City on Tuesday after U.S. Men's National Team manager Mauricio Pochettino spent months evaluating players to finalize the roster.
Warsh is taking over as Fed chair as the U.S. faces the hottest inflation in years, impeding the interest rate cuts that President Trump has demanded.
The board upheaval comes less than a year after BP appointed Albert Manifold to the role.
Warsh is taking over as Fed chair as the U.S. faces the hottest inflation in years, impeding the interest rate cuts that President Trump has demanded.
Launching a business can be thrilling, but it pays to plan ahead to maximize your chances of success. Here's what to consider (sponsored by AT&T).
Oil prices were also mixed after U.S. strikes on Iranian forces, underscoring the risks still hanging over markets and consumers.
Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father.
The Southern Poverty Law Center asked a federal judge to dismiss the criminal charges filed against it by the Justice Department, saying the indictment represents a "top-down, retributive campaign" directed by President Trump.
Warsh is taking over as Fed chair as the U.S. faces the hottest inflation in years, impeding the interest rate cuts that President Trump has demanded.
The Trump administration plans to crack down on press leaks by requiring new and existing federal employees to sign NDAs.
The South Carolina Senate has rejected President Trump's push to redraw the state's congressional districts in hopes Republicans could gain an extra seat.
Florida sought to sue Washington and California for allegedly issuing commercial driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants.
Angry residents of a town at the epicenter of the Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo attacked and burned a tent that was part of a health center where people are being treated for the virus.
Officials have increased the number of countries in Africa at risk for Ebola from three to 10. A third entry point is open for Americans traveling from certain high-risk countries back into the U.S. Holly Williams reports.
The tank at GKN Aerospace is estimated to contain 7,000 gallons of methyl methacrylate, a volatile chemical used to produce plastics.
The three workers, who fell ill in March and died in May, were "among the first known victims of the outbreak," the Red Cross said.
Lucia Adarve had a long list of symptoms that no one could diagnose. Her mother Lisa was determined to find an answer.
The nephew of notorious Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is sought by U.S. authorities, officials said.
All Cabinet members, including outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, were expected to attend the Camp David meeting, a White House official told CBS News.
Iran's judiciary described Gholamreza Khani Shakarab as "one of the operational ringleaders of Mossad abroad."
Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father.
As Iran accuses the U.S. of a "grave violation" of the fragile ceasefire, Rubio says a deal is still possible despite the latest clash.
Grammy Award-winning artist Estelle released her sixth studio album, titled "Stay Alta," and joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings to reflect on her career and discuss what this record means for her.
Comedian Josh Johnson talks with "CBS Mornings" about finding humor in everyday life, how storytelling is at the center of his jokes and his first HBO special, "Symphony."
The American Music Awards honored the influence of K-pop during its 2026 celebration. Pop music journalist Brittany Spanos joins CBS News Mornings with more.
There were 12 new categories this year at the American Music Awards, which were held on Memorial Day. For the second time at the awards show, BTS took home the night's biggest prize.
Comedian Josh Johnson talks to CBS News' Vladimir Duthiers about his journey from becoming a writer to a correspondent and host on "The Daily Show," his new special, "Josh Johnson: Symphony" on HBO Max, how his family influenced his comedy and more.
More than 1 billion people worldwide use artificial intelligence chatbots, but just how accurate are the answers? Forum AI released results from its latest study to determine the accuracy of chatbots in news and current events. Robbie Goldfarb, co-founder of Forum AI, joins CBS News to discuss.
CBS News' Chris Livesay gets an inside look at how the U.S. military is using artificial intelligence on the battlefield.
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.
Pope Leo XIV warns of the dangers of artificial intelligence in his first encyclical. CBS News' Chris Livesay reports.
In his "Magnifica Humanitas" encyclical, Pope Leo warns that as civilization grapples with the power of AI, the main challenge is remaining "profoundly human."
The new species, named Microeledone galapagensis, has a blue hue, which is believed to be the rarest color in nature.
The Pentagon has released another batch of never-before-seen files on reported UFO sightings. CBS News senior national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is releasing its forecast for what to expect.
The pictures represent the longest-distance ever seen between two pictures of the same humpback whale, researchers said.
Independent scientists say the technology, while impressive, lacks some components to be truly considered an artificial egg.
The nephew of notorious Mexican drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman is sought by U.S. authorities, officials said.
Jonathan Andic, son of the Mango clothing empire's founder, has denied the accusation that he murdered his father.
A Dominican judge has ruled that Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco is criminally responsible for the sexual and psychological abuse of a minor but will not serve a sentence.
21-year-old Nasire Best, the suspect linked to a shooting near the White House on Saturday, previously tried to gain access to the White House and may have had mental health issues, according to law enforcement sources and court documents. CBS News' Nicole Sganga reports.
The thieves stole jewelry, high-end watches and souvenirs such as sports jerseys, among other belongings, police said.
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
China has launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft with three astronauts heading to its space station.
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
The new rocket features a host of upgrades intended to improve safety and performance of the world's most powerful rocket.
Elon Musk's SpaceX is moving ahead with plans to go public in what some expect will be the biggest IPO ever.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Christy Salters-Martin dominated in the boxing ring but faced her toughest challenger at home.
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
In western Michigan, an overnight explosion destroyed a home and a car in a driveway. Police said one man was found dead, and a neighbor suffered burns from helping a woman who is now in critical condition. Ash-har Quraishi reports from the scene and has doorbell camera footage.
Authorities in Longview, Washington, responded to a chemical tank blast Tuesday in what first responders called a "mass casualty event." It involved a vat of chemicals used to turn wood pulp into tissues, wrapping paper and other packaging. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Authorities have confirmed an undisclosed number of deaths and at least 10 injuries following the implosion of a chemical tank at a pulp and paper mill in Washington state. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
A federal court has blocked a congressional redistricting plan in Alabama, finding that the map intentionally discriminated against Black voters. Republicans say they'll appeal the decision to the Supreme Court. CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford breaks down the case.
Texas voters went to the polls on Tuesday for the Republican U.S. Senate primary runoff between incumbent Sen. John Cornyn and Trump-backed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. CBS News political director Fin Gómez reports.