Masks controversial during 1918 flu pandemic
Anthony Mason takes a look at the way masks were handled more than a century ago during the 1918 flu pandemic, and found some similarities to today.
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Financial lessons from the pandemic
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger discusses financial lessons from the coronavirus pandemic and how Americans can regain financial security.
Build a financial foundation amid a pandemic
CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger shares financial tips on how Americans can regain financial security during the coronavirus pandemic.
How Americans felt about masks during the 1918 flu pandemic
About 675,000 Americans would die during the pandemic in 1918.
COVID cases break records in half the country
COVID-19 cases continue to rise in some parts of the country at an alarming rate of one new case nearly every second. Adriana Diaz reports.
El Paso hospital overwhelmed by COVID-19
Coronavirus infections are up in 45 states over the past two weeks and hospitals are overwhelmed with COVID-19 patients. Janet Shamlian reports.
Unemployment in a tough job market
As a result of the pandemic, more than 22 million Americans have lost their jobs in March and April. Though about half of those laid off are working again, others are struggling to find new roles. "CBS This Morning" spoke with several workers who were faced with unemployment and a tough job market, but have made strides in order to find new careers. LinkedIn Editor-in-Chief Dan Roth also joins the show after a new LinkedIn survey found 39% of people who became jobless during the pandemic feel anxious, and 46% have lied about being out of work.
France, Germany announce national lockdowns
Two major European countries have announced they will be going into some kind of national lockdown in the coming days. This comes as Europe claims nearly half of all global coronavirus infections in the last week. Elizabeth Palmer looks at the drastic measures taken for desperate times.
Mark Meadows on the coronavirus pandemic
White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss the Trump administration's response to the coronavirus pandemic as the election nears.
Pandemic's impact on kids in Deaf and Hard of Hearing community
For many kids in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community, their families and educators, the pandemic brought a new set of challenges — many centered around access.
Final days on the campaign trail
Joe Biden is focusing in on the pandemic, while President Trump is campaigning in Arizona today. CBS News White House correspondent Paula Reid joined CBSN with an update on the final days on the campaign trail.
Worst week yet for new COVID-19 infections
The U.S. just recorded its worst week for new COVID-19 infections since the beginning of the pandemic, with over 500,000 new cases. Dr. Neeta Ogden joined CBSN to discuss the surge, which is especially severe in parts of the Midwest.
Road to a vaccine: Operation Warp Speed
The Trump administration's nearly $10 billion program is already producing tens of millions of vaccine doses, even before it is known which vaccine candidates can be proven safe and effective. In a rare interview, retired Lieutenant General Paul Ostrowski, director for supply, production and distribution, told Dr. Tara Narula how they are achieving what he calls a Herculean task without sacrificing safety.
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Coronavirus patients flooding hospitals
More than 40 states are reporting increases in the number of patients hospitalized because of the coronavirus, compared to two weeks ago. Meg Oliver takes a look.
Pandemic's impact on kids in Deaf community
For many children in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community, as well as their families and educators, the coronavirus pandemic brought about a unique set of challenges — many centered around access.
Trump downplays COVID-19 and attacks mail-in voting
Rising coronavirus cases in Michigan didn't stop thousands of supporters from cheering for President Trump, or the president from saying the pandemic is getting too much attention. Paula Reid reports.
Challenges of COVID-19 vaccine distribution
The earliest a coronavirus vaccine is expected to be ready for FDA authorization is the end of November. The CDC has already given states $200 million to prepare for vaccine distribution — but will that be enough? Dr. Tara Narula finds out whether the U.S. has the infrastructure in place to safely and efficiently get people the vaccine.
Pandemic shifts holiday shopping season
Black Friday is usually the unofficial kick-off to the holiday shopping season, but due to the pandemic it began much earlier this year. As retailers push sales, people are shopping online to avoid big crowds in stores. Anna Werner reports on this unusual shopping season and its impact on businesses and consumers.
Deaf mom on impact of face masks
Shae Osborne Crook says face masks have had a "negative impact" on her and her kids, who are also Deaf, because they cover the mouth, which is an "important feature" of communicating in American Sign Language.
Some hospitals struggle with COVID-19 care
David Begnaud speaks with three different doctors in three different states, and all of them are saying their hospitals are being overwhelmed by COVID-19 patients.
Hospitals overwhelmed as COVID-19 cases rise
Hospitals in El Paso, Texas, are overwhelmed by the surge in coronavirus patients, and now officials are taking drastic measures, like putting in effect stay-at-home orders and nighttime curfews. Mireya Villarreal has details.
What makes a Guinness World Record?
For adjudicators from Guinness World Records, it takes some record-setting nerves to judge a world-record attempt as successful. Guinness may get a thousand applications every week to break a world record, and during a time of pandemic, when social distancing prevents mass-participation records, they have even set up weekly at-home challenges. But you have to go outdoors to pursue what one team in Colorado recently attempted: the world's largest fireworks shell ever launched. Lee Cowan reports.
Bill Nye on staying curious in COVID-era
Bill Nye the Science Guy is working to inspire the next generation of world-changing scientists. Nye joins "CBS This Morning" with tips for parents on how to keep kids curious and engaged with science during these times of remote learning and provides families with a simple experiment to do at home.
White House's conflicting messages on COVID
The Trump administration is delivering conflicting messages about fighting the coronavirus pandemic, with only eight days to go until Election Day. CBSN political contributor and AP White House reporter Zeke Miller joins CBSN to talk about the latest.
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Army survivors of deadly attack in Kuwait dispute Pentagon's account
Survivors of an Iranian attack that killed six U.S. service members have disputed the Pentagon's description of events and said their unit in Kuwait was left dangerously exposed.
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California officials make arrests in LA hospice fraud crackdown
California's attorney general filed charges against 21 suspects, accusing the group of defrauding the state of $267 million. Arrests come after a CBS News investigation into hospice fraud.
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Trump's ceasefire with Iran mired in dispute over Israel's war in Lebanon
As Trump issues a new warning to Iran to comply with a tenuous two-week ceasefire, the two sides don't even seem to agree on the terms of the deal.
First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Husband arrested in Bahamas in connection to wife's disappearance
The search for Lynette Hooker is ongoing in the Bahamas, as the U.S. Coast Guard takes the lead on investigative efforts and has launched a criminal investigation, a U.S. official said.
DOJ probing NFL over games on paid platforms, sources say
The NFL is being investigated for practices that allegedly harm consumers for licensing games to multiple platforms — paid streaming platforms, paid cable networks, and others, sources said.
USPS halts contributions to pension plan after warning of "cash crisis"
The U.S. Postal Service, which lost $9 billion in 2025, recently warned that it could run out of money within 12 months.
Independence Arch, or "Arc de Trump," plans include taxpayer funds
The president says the arch will commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary.
Ex-Army employee charged with leaking classified military information to reporter
Federal prosecutors say Courtney Williams divulged classified information to a reporter about her time in Delta Force, according to newly unsealed court documents.
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Independence Arch, or "Arc de Trump," plans include taxpayer funds
The president says the arch will commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary.
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California officials make arrests in LA hospice fraud crackdown
California's attorney general filed charges against 21 suspects, accusing the group of defrauding the state of $267 million. Arrests come after a CBS News investigation into hospice fraud.
DOJ probing NFL over games on paid platforms, sources say
The NFL is being investigated for practices that allegedly harm consumers for licensing games to multiple platforms — paid streaming platforms, paid cable networks, and others, sources said.
USPS halts contributions to pension plan after warning of "cash crisis"
The U.S. Postal Service, which lost $9 billion in 2025, recently warned that it could run out of money within 12 months.
Acting AG Todd Blanche gives go-ahead to pursue death penalty in MS-13 murder case
Blanche said the top federal prosecutor in California can seek the death penalty for three alleged MS-13 members charged with killing a victim who was cooperating with authorities, according to a memo.
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DOJ probing NFL over games on paid platforms, sources say
The NFL is being investigated for practices that allegedly harm consumers for licensing games to multiple platforms — paid streaming platforms, paid cable networks, and others, sources said.
USPS halts contributions to pension plan after warning of "cash crisis"
The U.S. Postal Service, which lost $9 billion in 2025, recently warned that it could run out of money within 12 months.
CPI report may show inflation hitting 2024 levels amid soaring gas prices
Economic forecasts show that this week's March Consumer Price Index could show prices climbing at their fastest pace in nearly two years.
Will the Iran ceasefire ease U.S. gas prices? Here's what experts think.
Gas prices in the U.S. continued to edge up on Wednesday even as oil prices fell. Here's how long it could take for fuel costs to recede.
This male model sporting a crisp summer shirt isn't real. Will consumers care?
Many brands are turning to AI to advertise their products. Others are rejecting the technology, pledging to lean into "real" images.
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Independence Arch, or "Arc de Trump," plans include taxpayer funds
The president says the arch will commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary.
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California officials make arrests in LA hospice fraud crackdown
California's attorney general filed charges against 21 suspects, accusing the group of defrauding the state of $267 million. Arrests come after a CBS News investigation into hospice fraud.
DOJ probing NFL over games on paid platforms, sources say
The NFL is being investigated for practices that allegedly harm consumers for licensing games to multiple platforms — paid streaming platforms, paid cable networks, and others, sources said.
USPS halts contributions to pension plan after warning of "cash crisis"
The U.S. Postal Service, which lost $9 billion in 2025, recently warned that it could run out of money within 12 months.
Acting AG Todd Blanche gives go-ahead to pursue death penalty in MS-13 murder case
Blanche said the top federal prosecutor in California can seek the death penalty for three alleged MS-13 members charged with killing a victim who was cooperating with authorities, according to a memo.
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Medicaid work rules will stress states' staffing capacity
Some states already don't have enough staff to quickly process Medicaid applications and answer enrollees' phone calls. Researchers say they may not be prepared to handle new Medicaid work rules, predicting people will lose coverage as a result.
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2 more drug companies to officially launch on TrumpRx
Two more drug-making giants, Abbvie and Genentech, will start selling popular medications on the White House's discounted pharmaceutical site as soon as Monday.
Social media driving teens toward steroids, extreme body transformations
Behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.
Scientist with rare ALS genetic mutation looks to experimental treatment
Every few months for the past three years, Jeff Vierstra has been receiving infusions in his spine that target and disable a mutated gene that made it likely he would develop ALS.
New ALS treatment brings hope to patients
"CBS Saturday Morning" looks at an experimental treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease, that is bringing hope to some patients suffering from the neurodegenerative disease. To inquire about possible participation in Silence ALS, an initiative to develop individualized gene-based therapies for patients with other rare genetic forms of ALS, please write to silenceals@cumc.columbia.edu.
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A man stole a handbag outside a London pub. Inside was a Faberge egg and watch.
A man who stole a handbag containing a Faberge egg and watch worth at least $2.8 million from a London pub was jailed for more than two years.
Israel's war in Lebanon has become a flashpoint for the Iran ceasefire
The U.S. and Israel publicly disagree with Iran and Pakistan over whether the country to Israel's north is included in the Iran ceasefire.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
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Army survivors of deadly attack in Kuwait dispute Pentagon's account
Survivors of an Iranian attack that killed six U.S. service members have disputed the Pentagon's description of events and said their unit in Kuwait was left dangerously exposed.
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How realistic is "Project Hail Mary"?
Ryan Gosling's new movie, "Project Hail Mary," is raising questions about the future of the Sun. CBS News contributor Janna Levin joins with more details.
"Survivor 50" castaway talks elimination
(Spoilers ahead) The latest castaway voted off "Survivor 50: In the Hands of the Fans" joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss being eliminated from the game, this season's challenges and being the first member of the jury.
NASA drops Artemis II moon mission playlist with astronauts' wake-up songs
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
Kanye West's upcoming Italy gig sparks debate after U.K. denied rapper entry
The rapper formerly known as Kanye West being denied entry into the U.K. has raised questions over the star's upcoming performance in Italy.
"You, Me & Tuscany" stars talk new movie
Halle Bailey and Regé-Jean Page join "CBS Mornings" to talk about starring in the new romantic comedy "You, Me & Tuscany." The two discuss what it was like to shoot in Italy, preparing for their roles and how it's a renaissance for romantic comedies.
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Behind Anthropic's alarming AI model
Anthropic announced its new AI model is too powerful for public release. Puck's Ian Krietzberg joins CBS News with more.
Analysis finds AI will reshape 50-55% of jobs
Researchers at Boston Consulting Group estimate that AI will "reshape" between 50-55% of U.S. jobs over the next three years. They note that while AI integration will likely change the nature of the work, it doesn't necessarily mean job losses in every case. CBS News MoneyWatch reporter Megan Cerullo has more.
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.
Anthropic claims new AI too powerful to release
Anthropic says its newest AI model, Claude Mythos, is too powerful and dangerous to be released to the public. Tech journalist Jacob Ward joins CBS News to discuss.
AI will affect more than half of all U.S. jobs, analysis finds
Artificial intelligence is more likely to change the nature of work than to supplant masses of workers, according to researchers.
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First major forecast for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is released
Colorado State University has released its annual Atlantic hurricane forecast, predicting 13 named storms and six hurricanes may develop during the 2026 season.
Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
Scientists have found evidence that a 300-million-year-old sea creature previously thought to be the world's oldest octopus is actually a nautilus relative.
March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
Last month was the hottest March on record for the Lower 48 states, by the most for any month ever, federal data shows. And a forecast El Niño could heat Earth even more.
Emperor penguins listed as endangered species
The emperor penguin has been declared an endangered species as climate change pushes the icon of Antarctica a step closer to extinction, the global authority on threatened wildlife says.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
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A man stole a handbag outside a London pub. Inside was a Faberge egg and watch.
A man who stole a handbag containing a Faberge egg and watch worth at least $2.8 million from a London pub was jailed for more than two years.
"Ketamine Queen" sentenced to 15 years
Jasveen Sangha, the woman described as the "Ketamine Queen," was sentenced Wednesday to 15 years in federal prison for her role in the death of "Friends" co-star Matthew Perry. Carter Evans reports.
Husband arrested after wife falls overboard
Brian Hooker has been arrested by the Royal Bahamas Police Force after his wife, Lynette Hooker, apparently fell overboard from their dinghy and was swept away by currents. Hooker's lawyer denies any wrongdoing. CBS News' Cristian Benavides reports.
Doctor found guilty of attempted manslaughter
Gerhardt Konig, the anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife in Hawaii last year, was found guilty Wednesday of attempted manslaughter based upon extreme mental or emotional disturbance.
Doctor accused of trying to kill wife on hike found guilty of attempted manslaughter
Jurors delivered their verdict Wednesday in the trial of an anesthesiologist accused of trying to kill his wife during a cliffside hike in Hawaii.
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NASA drops Artemis II moon mission playlist with astronauts' wake-up songs
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
NASA gears up for Artemis II crew's return to Earth
With Artemis II astronauts closing out on-board tests, flight controllers are prepping for reentry and splashdown Friday.
Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.
Artemis II crew on path back to Earth after historic trip around the moon
The Artemis II crew flew farther from Earth than any humans in history as they passed over the far side of the moon on Monday night.
Artemis II astronauts find hidden Easter eggs as they close in on the moon
The NASA astronauts also sent down Easter messages Sunday while gearing up for a historic pass behind the moon Monday.
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Latest on Iran war as Lebanon becomes flashpoint
Iran says the U.S. is violating the ceasefire agreement announced earlier this week between the two countries by letting Israel continue its strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon. Meanwhile, Iran is still holding a tight grip on the Strait of Hormuz. CBS News' Elizabeth Palmer, Natalie Brand and Caitlin Huey-Burns have more.
Democrats seek to limit Trump's Iran powers
Democratic lawmakers are taking action to curb President Trump's powers over Iran, but a favorable outcome seems unlikely. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns reports.
U.S.-Iran ceasefire on shaky ground
Israeli strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon have become a potential breaking point in the fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire. CBS News' Imtiaz Tyab and Nancy Cordes report.
How realistic is "Project Hail Mary"?
Ryan Gosling's new movie, "Project Hail Mary," is raising questions about the future of the Sun. CBS News contributor Janna Levin joins with more details.
Democratic presidential hopefuls gather
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and former Vice President Kamala Harris are all participating in the 2026 National Action Network Convention in New York City. CBS News' Fin Gómez has more.