Countries have some unusual rules to combat COVID-19
From 6 p.m. curfews, to "no talking" rules, to men and women being allowed outside only on alternating days, coronavirus restrictions around the world are constantly evolving.
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Finland remains world's happiest country – even amid pandemic
Trust in each other and in government is one of the main reasons Finland remains No. 1.
Life frozen in time from COVID-19 lockdowns
A year after COVID-19 lockdowns began, scenes of life interrupted remain on desks, in dorm rooms and in schools and apartments. Chip Reid reflects on those places and personal spaces that remain.
How unemployed Americans are trying to stay afloat a year into COVID
"CBS This Morning' co-host Tony Dokoupil first met the Añels in March 2020, just days after Gabe Añel lost his job at a company that handles lighting and sound for large in-person events.
3rd wave of COVID set to force most Italians back under lockdown
A year after the coronavirus struck the country, making it the first to declare a nationwide lockdown, it's back for a third strike.
U.S. marks one year since COVID pandemic declared
There's been remarkable progress in the last year as scientists rushed to create a vaccine against the coronavirus. But the pandemic also had a devastating impact, with the number of lives lost and on the economy. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Fauci on combating COVID one year into pandemic
Dr. Anthony Fauci, President Biden's chief medical adviser, says the U.S. still has a ways to go before it comes out on the other side of the pandemic, but he expressed optimism about the future in an interview with Norah O'Donnell.
Film gives rare look inside Wuhan hospitals
Nearly a year after the World Health Organization formally declared the coronavirus a pandemic, documentary filmmaker Hao Wu joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the anniversary through the lens of his latest feature, "76 Days." The documentary, set in Wuhan, tells the stories of health care workers and patients who struggled during the city's 76-day lockdown.
More states ease COVID-19 restrictions
More states are easing coronavirus restrictions despite health experts warning that moving too quickly could risk another surge in infections. Texas on Wednesday will become the latest state to lift its mask mandates and allow business to return to normal operations. Dr. Amesh Adalja, an infectious disease expert and senior scholar at Johns Hopkins University's Bloomberg School of Public Health, joins CBSN to discuss the latest.
Italy's pandemic survivors, one year later
Residents of the northern Italian village of Nembro, hard-hit by COVID-19, and still separated by the virus, have been forced to reexamine fundamental issues of life and death, solitude and solidarity.
Cut off from the rest of America, a small town endures lockdown
Point Roberts, Washington, is a tiny piece of America separate from the U.S. mainland, its isolation both a protection against COVID and a magnifier for the pandemic's economic ripple effects.
COVID-19 after one year: What will the future bring?
It has been 12 months of loss since the coronavirus outbreak in the U.S. began. Experts in a variety of fields take stock of what we've been through – and what may come in the pandemic's fallout.
Pandemic anniversary: Jim Gaffigan marks one year of lockdown
The comedian ponders the perfect anniversary gift, to mark the passing of a year in which time did NOT fly by.
WorldView: Malaysia halts Myanmar deportations
A Malaysian court has temporarily halted deporting 1,200 Myanmar nationals after a military coup in their homeland. Canada joins the U.S. in declaring China's treatment of its Muslim Uighur minority population a genocide. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM to discuss these stories and more international news headlines.
Italy's year-long journey from COVID epicenter
In February 2020, Italy recorded its first cases of coronavirus and soon became the epicenter for COVID-19 deaths across Europe. Italy was the first country to implement the kind of nationwide lockdowns that the rest of world soon turned to. Chris Livesay returns to northern Italy to meet those hardest-hit by the earliest days of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mexico sees increase in American tourists
Despite a CDC warning to avoid all travel to Mexico, vacation hotspots like Quintana Roo and Cancun are seeing a surge of American tourists. This February and March, available flight seats are up almost 10% compared to 2020. Wendy Gillette reports.
Myanmar coup fallout and more world headlines
As protests against the military continue in Myanmar, deposed leader Aung San Suu Kyi is facing a new criminal charge. Meanwhile, officials in Melbourne, Australia, and Auckland, New Zealand, are lifting recent coronavirus lockdowns. And actress Ashley Judd is sharing photos from her accident in the Congo where she shattered her leg. CBS News foreign correspondent Roxana Saberi joins CBSN AM with the latest on those headlines from around the world.
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Australia ignored WHO's border advice on COVID, and it worked
Sealing borders to non-residents and quarantining anyone who does come in has been "critical" to Australia's success, says an expert who calls the U.S. response "painful to watch."
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.
WorldView: EU considers Russia sanctions
After thousands of anti-Putin protesters were across Russia, the EU is considering sanctions. In Italy, Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte resigned in a move to try and reconstitute a governing majority. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee joins "CBSN AM" from London with these and other headlines from around the world.
One year anniversary of Wuhan lockdown
Saturday marks the one year anniversary of the Wuhan lockdown. For the next 76 days, residents of the Chinese town were forced to stay inside, while little information managed to get out. A new documentary titled "76 Days" is shedding light on those chaotic moments in the first hospitals to battle COVID-19. Brook Silva-Braga has an exclusive look at the film, which contains graphic material that may be hard to watch.
China works to contain new COVID-19 surge
China is battling its worst outbreak of coronavirus infections it has seen in months. This as it marks the one-year anniversary since COVID-19 forced the city of Wuhan into an unprecedented lockdown. Ramy Inocencio reports
China marks one year since Wuhan's COVID-19 lockdown
A year after Wuhan announced the world's first coronavirus lockdown, the city has returned to normalcy.
China locks down millions in race to contain a COVID surge
With a major national holiday looming, which typically sees tens of millions travel across the country, authorities are taking drastic measures.
Trump fires Bondi as attorney general, installs Blanche as acting AG
President Trump has ousted Pam Bondi as attorney general, saying she will be taking a job in the private sector.
Artemis II crew clears Earth orbit, heads for the moon
The engine firing provided a slingshot-like boost to the Orion capsule, speeding it to 24,500 mph, the velocity needed to break free of Earth's gravitational clasp for a trek to the moon.
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Trump says U.S. "hasn't even started destroying what's left in Iran"
President Trump warned the U.S. "hasn't even started destroying what's left in Iran," and previewed that strikes on bridges and power plants could be next.
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Hegseth ousts Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George
One of the sources said Hegseth wants someone in the role who will implement President Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army.
Cuba says it released over 2,000 prisoners as White House heaps pressure on island
The Cuban government says it has pardoned and released 2,010 prisoners, a sweeping move that comes as the island nation grapples with pressure from the Trump administration.
Hospice with 97% survival rate accused of defrauding Medicare for $7.45M
They were the first in a series of arrests planned Thursday, federal officials told CBS News.
Hegseth says he will let troops take personal firearms onto military bases
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he will allow service members to carry personal weapons onto military installations.
Planning commission approves Trump's ballroom and East Wing design
The commission, which is chaired by a White House staffer, voted 9 to 1 to approve the design, which includes a ballroom with seating for 1,000 guests.
Judge dismisses Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
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Hegseth says he will let troops take personal firearms onto military bases
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he will allow service members to carry personal weapons onto military installations.
Maui doctor accused of trying to murder wife takes stand, claims self-defense
A doctor on trial on allegations he attempted to murder his wife on a hiking trail in Hawaii last year took the stand in his own defense.
United raises bag fees, becoming second U.S. carrier to up the price this week
United did not say why it was raising its prices, but the move follows JetBlue also hiking its checked bag fees earlier this week, citing "rising operating costs."
Judge dismisses Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
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Hegseth ousts Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George
One of the sources said Hegseth wants someone in the role who will implement President Trump and Hegseth's vision for the Army.
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United raises bag fees, becoming second U.S. carrier to up the price this week
United did not say why it was raising its prices, but the move follows JetBlue also hiking its checked bag fees earlier this week, citing "rising operating costs."
Mortgage rates are surging, foiling homebuyers' best-laid plans
Interest rates for a typical home loan jumped Thursday to 6.46%, the highest level since September 2025. House-hunters aren't pleased.
Starbucks offers $1,200 bonuses to baristas who offer top customer service
The coffee chain said it will also pay its workers weekly to provide more financial flexibility.
Stocks erase early losses as investors monitor Iran war developments
Stocks rebound after sliding in early-day trade, with investors buoyed by reports that Iran and Oman could monitor ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.
Higher gas prices have cost drivers an extra $8.4 billion, Democrats say
With gasoline topping $4 a gallon, it now costs almost $145 to fill up a Ford F-150 pickup truck, a new analysis finds.
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Cuba says it released over 2,000 prisoners as White House heaps pressure on island
The Cuban government says it has pardoned and released 2,010 prisoners, a sweeping move that comes as the island nation grapples with pressure from the Trump administration.
California gas prices are the highest in the U.S., but there's no proof of price gouging. Here's why.
For years, California leaders accused oil companies of price gouging at the pump, but a state investigation found no evidence of that. Instead, a CBS News California investigation found what's really driving the highest gas prices in the U.S.
Hegseth says he will let troops take personal firearms onto military bases
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he will allow service members to carry personal weapons onto military installations.
Justice Department employee who was prosecuted over Jan. 6 Capitol attack resigns
A former FBI agent who was prosecuted for his alleged role in the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol and later hired by the Trump-era Justice Department has left his government post, he announced Thursday.
Trump sends mixed messages on securing the Strait of Hormuz
The president said Wednesday that the strait "will open up naturally" as its closure sends gas prices soaring at the same time he's urging other countries to "grab it."
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HHS announces national program to study effect of microplastics on humans
The Environmental Protection Agency also added microplastics to its contaminant candidate list for the first time.
FDA approves Eli Lilly weight loss pill
The FDA approved a new GLP-1 drug from Eli Lilly. Dr. Jon LaPook breaks it down.
A COVID variant called "Cicada" is spreading. Here's what to know.
The COVID-19 variant BA.3.2, nicknamed "Cicada," has been detected in at least 23 countries and half the states in the U.S.
State health plan for foster kids threatened 8-year-old's cancer care
North Carolina and other states have insurance plans for kids in foster care, but many doctors did not accept patients on the plans, leaving kids' guardians scrambling to find health care providers.
States pay contractors millions to comply with Trump law to cut Medicaid rolls
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act will add red tape and restrictions for those seeking Medicaid and SNAP benefits. And the costs to update computer systems that determine eligibility for those programs will be steep.
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Cuba says it released over 2,000 prisoners as White House heaps pressure on island
The Cuban government says it has pardoned and released 2,010 prisoners, a sweeping move that comes as the island nation grapples with pressure from the Trump administration.
Trump sends mixed messages on securing the Strait of Hormuz
The president said Wednesday that the strait "will open up naturally" as its closure sends gas prices soaring at the same time he's urging other countries to "grab it."
Concern U.S. may deport Iranians held by ICE back home to a warzone
Two gay Iranian men seeking asylum in the U.S. could face execution if they're deported to Iran, a move the Trump administration has not ruled out.
Warship sunk by British fleet, remains of sailor found after 225 years
Thousands were killed and wounded during the Battle of Copenhagen, considered one of Adm. Horatio Nelson's "great battles."
Ancient golden helmet found year after it was stolen from museum
Robbers used firework bombs to break into the Drents Museum in 2025, stealing the 5th-century BC golden Helmet of Cotofenesti and three gold bracelets.
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Judge dismisses Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against Justin Baldoni
A federal judge in New York has tossed out actor Blake Lively's sexual harassment claims against actor Justin Baldoni over their roles in the movie "It Ends With Us," but left intact a claim for retaliation.
Gucci Mane kidnapped, robbed at gunpoint in Dallas, DOJ says
Atlanta rapper Gucci Mane was lured to a Dallas studio for a meeting, then allegedly kidnapped and robbed by a group including rappers Pooh Shiesty and Big30.
Spoiler alert! Historic "Survivor" episode
(Spoilers ahead) "CBS Mornings" reveals details about Wednesday's historic "Survivor" episode, including who was voted off.
Kenan Thompson on new children's book
Actor and comedian Kenan Thompson joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss his new children's book, "Unfunny Bunny."
Crew that flew Apache helicopters near Kid Rock's house suspended
Kid Rock posted videos of the helicopters hovering by his Nashville home on social media over the weekend. The Army later confirmed the helicopters were on a training mission.
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New film on risks and rewards of AI
"CBS Mornings" sits down with Tristan Harris, co-founder and president of the Center for Humane Technology, who is featured in the 2026 documentary, "The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist."
Inside Apple's relationship with China
CBS News contributor Patrick McGee joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the codependent relationship between Apple and China, a country that manufactures hundreds of millions of iPhones every year.
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.
Jamie Dimon: JPMorgan could offer prediction market services to investors
The JPMorgan Chase CEO said the bank may one day introduce prediction market features, but said "there's a bunch of stuff we won't do" in that space.
Company tries to make flying car of the future
Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.
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Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
CBS News studio shakes as Artemis II launches
Four astronauts are traveling around the moon on Artemis II, going further from Earth than anyone before. CBS News' Mark Strassmann and Peter King have more.
What Artemis II astronauts will do in space
Former NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson joins CBS News to discuss what the Artemis II astronauts will do as they orbit the Earth after takeoff.
How Artemis II crew will sleep in space
Members of the Artemis II crew will be the first people to sleep inside the Orion spacecraft. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave has more on how they'll do that.
How do astronauts use the bathroom?
The science and technology behind using the restroom in space continues to evolve. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave looks at the out-of-this-world facilities available to the Artemis II crew.
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FBI arrests 8 for defrauding Medicare
The FBI arrested eight people on Thursday for allegedly scheming to defraud Medicare out of more than $50 million. CBS News correspondent Adam Yamaguchi has been following the story for several months and joins "The Daily Report" with more details.
FBI makes arrest in hospice fraud scheme
The FBI has arrested eight people in California connected to a $60 million health care fraud scheme. CBS News correspondent Adam Yamaguchi was at the scene of one of the arrests and joins "The Takeout" with more.
DOJ on charges in hospice care fraud probe
The Department of Justice announced multiple people have been charged after an investigation into hospice care fraud in California involving Medicare.
Baby in stroller fatally shot in NYC
The NYPD is seeking information after a 7-month-old baby in a stroller was fatally shot. CBS News New York's Elijah Westbrook reports.
Man charged in connection with "Texas Killing Fields" deaths
Prosecutors have charged a man allegedly connected to two deaths tied to the "Texas Killing Fields," a site where dozens of bodies have been found since the 1970s.
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Artemis II crew clears Earth orbit, heads for the moon
The engine firing provided a slingshot-like boost to the Orion capsule, speeding it to 24,500 mph, the velocity needed to break free of Earth's gravitational clasp for a trek to the moon.
Artemis II crew begins "crazy first day" in space after exhilarating launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts will spend about 24 hours orbiting the Earth and running checks on their spacecraft and life support systems before heading to the moon.
Artemis II launches into orbit as NASA begins historic moon mission
NASA's Artemis II astronauts launched on a nine-and-a-half-day mission around the moon and back.
Smooth countdown continues for Artemis II moon mission
Forecasters continue to predict an 80% chance of favorable weather on Wednesday for the launch of four astronauts on a flight to the moon.
Countdown begins for long-awaited Artemis II moon mission
Countdown clocks began ticking Monday, setting the stage for launch of the Artemis II moon mission early Wednesday evening.
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Astronauts take questions en route to moon
As the Artemis II rocket flew towards the moon on Thursday, the crew of astronauts answered questions about the accomplishment, any technical hiccups and more.
What we know about Trump's firing of Pam Bondi
President Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi on Thursday after months of his waning support. CBS News covers the lead-up, her acting replacement and what this means.
4/2: The Takeout with Major Garrett
President Trump fires Attorney General Pam Bondi; Artemis II gets green light for translunar injection burn.
Artemis II completes translunar injection burn
The Artemis II had a successful translunar injection burn Thursday night, allowing the four-person crew to leave Earth's orbit and head for the moon. CBS News' Bill Harwood and Peter King have more.
Baggage handlers struggle to fold baby stroller
Baggage handlers went viral after a struggle to fold a stubborn baby stroller. Tony Dokoupil has more.