Concerns over new coronavirus variant

World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says containing the transmission of the coronavirus is key, in order to prevent the virus from mutating further. New variants of the virus has emerged in several countries, including the U.K. CBS News correspondent Mola Lenghi reports from Newark Liberty International Airport, where travel is ramping up for the holidays, and Dr. Dyan Hes, founder of Gramercy pediatrics, joins CBSN to discuss what scientists are learning so far about the mutation.

• Dec 22, 2020
• 10:45

Concerns about new COVID strain in U.K.

Many countries are enforcing new travel restrictions on the U.K. amid concerns over a new, highly transmissible strain of the coronavirus. London and other parts of the country are back in strict lockdowns to prevent escalating spread.CBS News correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins CBSN from London with the latest.

• Dec 21, 2020
• 05:39

New coronavirus strain in U.K. sparks concern

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is imposing new stay-at-home orders ahead of Christmas now that a new coronavirus strain has been found spreading in the country. Many other nations are imposing travel bans on the U.K. in an attempt to keep the strain out. CBS News correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN from London with more on the situation.

• Dec 21, 2020
• 03:09

UK tightens lockdown over new COVID strain

In Britain, a coronavirus mutation that could be up to 70% more infectious has prompted Prime Minister Boris Johnson to impose a strict lockdown in London. More than 30 countries are putting restrictions on travelers from the U.K. CBS News correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins CBSN to discuss the new measures.

• Dec 21, 2020
• 02:22

London in lockdown after COVID cases surge

Countries around the world are banning or restricting travel to and from the U.K. after a new, highly-transmissable COVID strain has gripped that country. Some 18 million people are now facing a Christmas in lockdown as the government there tries to fight the spread. Foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports.

• Dec 21, 2020
• 02:37

Eye Opener: Congressional leaders finally agree on COVID relief bill

Republicans and Democrats have agreed on a pandemic relief bill. Plus: A new, more contagious strain of COVID-19 has prompted a lockdown in the U.K. All that and all that mattes in today's Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds.

• Dec 21, 2020
• 02:09

New Zealand abuse case & more global headlines

CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee is in London with a roundup of today's global headlines, including an investigation into decades of abuses at state care institutions in New Zealand, Germany's return to COVID lockdown, and the return of China's moon lander.

• Dec 16, 2020
• 03:03

How Europe is planning to cope with a COVID Christmas

Restrictions vary among nations, but the trend is for a very quiet holiday as U.K. government is urged to abandon "rash" plan to allow household mixing.

• Dec 15, 2020

NYC mayor says city may face another full shutdown

"All forms of restrictions have to be on the table," Mayor Bill De Blasio warns as coronavirus cases climb.

• Dec 15, 2020

Over 150 Minnesota businesses plan to defy COVID-19 restrictions

Business owners could face a $1,000 fine and 90 days in jail.

• Dec 14, 2020

Germany steps up COVID lockdown measures over winter holidays

Chancellor Angela Merkel said she and the governors of Germany's 16 states agreed Sunday to step up the country's lockdown measures beginning Wednesday until January 10.

• Dec 14, 2020

Alabama governor extends mask order into January

Alabama hit a record for the number of people in state hospitals with COVID-19 with more than 2,000 people hospitalized.

• Dec 9, 2020

Study: Afghan civilian casualties up 330%

According to researchers at Brown University, the number of Afghan civilians killed in airstrikes carried out by the U.S. and its allies has risen by 330% since 2017. Also, a mystery illness is setting off alarm bells in India, and life in Wuhan, China, where the coronavirus pandemic began, has largely returned to normal. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins CBSN AM with headlines from around the world.

• Dec 8, 2020
• 03:28

Millions of Californians under stay-at-home order

More than 30 million California residents are being told to stay home amid a surge of coronavirus cases. Hospitals are filling up fast, and essential businesses have been ordered to reduce the number of people allowed inside. Carter Evans has the latest.

• Dec 7, 2020
• 04:08

U.S. hospitals fill up with COVID patients

The FDA could give emergency authorization to a coronavirus vaccine this week. Over 100,000 people are currently hospitalized with COVID-19 across the country, and much of California is now under stay-at-home orders. Dr. Rashmi Jain joins CBSN to discuss the state of the pandemic.

• Dec 7, 2020
• 06:57

Americans urged to follow COVID guidelines

Top health officials are warning Americans not to let their guard down despite optimism that the FDA could authorize a coronavirus vaccine this week. Hospitals across the U.S. are struggling to handle the growing flood of patients. CBS News' David Begnaud reports, and Dr. Ron Elfenbein, medical director and owner of First Call Medical Center, joins CBSN to discuss how to combat misinformation and skepticism surrounding the virus and the vaccine.

• Dec 7, 2020
• 09:49

New COVID-19 restrictions are put in place worldwide

Across the world, countries are putting in place new restrictions as coronavirus cases increase. Elizabeth Palmer reports from London, where crowds are protesting lockdown measures.

• Nov 29, 2020
• 01:52

Jim Gaffigan's 2020 set to music

The comedian's Thanksgiving holiday, which he shared with the same people he's been in lockdown with since March, suggests a musical theme for this Year of COVID-19.

• Nov 29, 2020
• 02:11

Crews rescue hiker pinned for hours by boulder

The California Highway Patrol came to the rescue of a hiker who was pinned by a falling boulder while he was out in the mountains near Calistoga. Jamie Yuccas shares his story.

• Nov 26, 2020
• 01:38

Biden calls for unity in Thanksgiving address

President-elect Joe Biden is urging Americans to "hang on" and keep fighting against the coronavirus, and not with each other. Nikole Killion has more on Mr. Biden's Thanksgiving address to the nation.

• Nov 25, 2020
• 01:53

Governor: Stimulus provides more "freedom" for possible lockdown

Democrats and Republicans in Congress have been at a stalemate for months over a new stimulus package.

• Nov 25, 2020

NJ governor on Thanksgiving travel fears

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy warns the next few months in his state will be "brutal" as coronavirus cases surge. He joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his concerns with Thanksgiving travel, whether he would consider a lockdown and his experience with hecklers while outdoor dining with his family.

• Nov 24, 2020
• 05:36

Accidental Thanksgiving tradition continues for 5th year

A smartphone mixup brought two strangers together for a holiday feast in 2016, and a remarkable friendship developed. This Thanksgiving, they're leaning on each other more than ever. Jamie Yuccas shares their story.

• Nov 23, 2020
• 01:31

Holiday plans in the U.K.

The British government is working on a plan to allow family gatherings this holiday season despite the nation's coronavirus lockdown measures. CBS News contributor Simon Bates explains how the season could look different in this edition of "London Calling."

• Nov 21, 2020
• 02:25

LA County restricting in-person dining to combat COVID surge

The changes were announced as the current five-day average stood at 4,097 new coronavirus cases in LA County.

• Nov 23, 2020

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