Australia opens up
Australians are back out at shops, cafes and beaches after an effective government strategy of testing, quarantine and early lockdown.
Pandemic
Millions struggle to file for unemployment
Millions of people who are out of work right now are self-employed or run small businesses and normally wouldn't qualify for unemployment. But in many states, they're now eligible for help under the Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program.
UN chief says pandemic spurring "tsunami of hate"
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also says xenophobia, scapegoating and scare-mongering have intensified, but suggests solutions.
Pandemic pushing millions back into poverty
Over the past few decades, millions of people worldwide pulled their way out of poverty — but now, the coronavirus pandemic is pulling them back. New York Times South Asia correspondent Maria Abi-Habib spoke to CBSN's Reena Ninan about the stunning reversal in fortune for people around the world.
Rare disease in kids may be linked to COVID-19
A rare, life-threatening inflammatory illness linked to COVID-19 has attacked about 100 children in the U.S. and Europe. Jericka Duncan has the latest.
U.S. suspends protections for kids at border
The Trump administration announced on Thursday that officials at the southern border have summarily expelled more than 20,000 unauthorized migrant adults, families and children from the U.S. under a broad public health order issued in late March in response to the coronavirus pandemic. CBS News immigration report Camilo Montoya-Galvez joins CBSN's Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Personal valet to Trump tests positive for coronavirus
The White House has confirmed that one of President Trump's personal valets has tested positive for COVID-19. Ben Tracy reports.
Meat plants reopen amid pandemic
Tyson will reopen its biggest pork plant in Iowa with strict safety guidelines for its employees with pressure from the Trump administration amid concerns of a meat shortage. Dean Reynolds reports.
33.5 million unemployment claims filed in last 7 weeks
The effects of the coronavirus pandemic continue to ripple through the economy. Mark Strassmann reports.
Gollum actor will read all of "The Hobbit" in live online marathon
"While times are tough, I want to take you on one of the greatest fantasy adventures ever written, a 12 hour armchair marathon across Middle Earth," actor Andy Serkis wrote on his GoFundMe account.
Nearly 3.2 million more jobless claims filed
For the seventh straight week, unemployment claims are in the millions. More than 33 million Americans have now filed claims for unemployment benefits since mid-March. CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what this means to the economy and which Americans are being hit hardest.
Governors grapple with reopening states
A salon in Texas has become the flashpoint for a country grappling with when and how to reopen during the coronavirus pandemic. Omar Villafranca speaks with an epidemiologist based in Dallas, who says the country may be reopening too quickly for its own good.
Ex-CDC Director Frieden on pandemic outlook
Former CDC Director Dr. Tom Frieden told a congressional committee there could be 100,000 coronavirus deaths in the U.S. by month's end. On "CBS This Morning," Frieden explains why he says we are just at the "beginning" of the outbreak and how much worse it could get. He also weighed in on new potential COVID-19 symptoms.
Trump decides against phasing out task force
President Trump walked back his comments on phasing out the White House Coronavirus Task Force on Wednesday, stating that the advisory group would remain active but will shift its focus to economic recovery. While medical experts and lawmakers have argued for more testing before the country reopens, Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany said testing was not necessary for the entire population. Paula Reid reports on the latest pandemic response from the White House.
66% of N.Y. COVID-19 patients had stayed home
About two-thirds of patients hospitalized with COVID-19 in New York became infected even though they said they'd been observing lockdown restrictions. Dr. Jon Baugh joined CBSN to talk about the state's startling new statistic.
Brace for the "single worst jobs report in history"
More than 25 million Americans likely lost their jobs last month — far more than during the entire Great Recession.
Germany declares "first phase" COVID-19 victory and eases its lockdown
"We have reached the goal of slowing down the spread of the virus," Angela Merkel says, as shops get the green light and restaurants prepare to reopen.
Mandated masks problematic for some black men
Lawmakers are recommending that residents wear face masks in several major cities including New York, Detroit and Philadelphia, but many African Americans fear they could be labeled a threat if they cover their faces to protect themselves. Jericka Duncan speaks to some black men who believe they were profiled by police while wearing face masks to combat coronavirus.
Tribute to moms across U.S. on Mother's Day
We hear from new and expectant moms, many in cities hard hit by coronavirus. They're all sharing their experiences of motherhood during this global crisis, along with a letter including their wishes, hopes and dreams for their little ones.
Trump urges states to repoen
President Trump said that he has provided states with everything they need for the coronavirus, and is now urging governors to reopen their states and schools. Ben Tracy reports.
Spike in illness related to COVID-19
Officials said on Wednesday that the number of children who have been hospitalized in New York City with symptoms consistent with a rare disease possibly linked to the coronavirus has nearly quadrupled to 64. Omar Villafranca reports.
Shortage of supplies for coronavirus vaccine
In CBS News' "Racing to a Cure," we take a look at the challenges of manufacturing a coronavirus vaccine. Health officials are concerned about whether there are enough supplies to develop and deliver the vaccine to hundreds of millions of people. Jericka Duncan reports.
Rural hospital struggles to stay open
The coronavirus pandemic has led to frightening times for rural hospitals like Rolling Plains Memorial in Sweetwater, Texas, about three hours west of Dallas. Recently, the hospital has lost almost $2 million in revenue. Janet Shamlian reports.
Lawsuits demand refunds as colleges move online
"Harvard University says that campus life isn't likely to return to normal by the fall, raising the possibility of more online classes. This comes as a growing number of students say they're not getting the college experience they paid for from closed campuses. Now they're demanding refunds — and some are even suing their schools. Nikole Killion reports. "
Woman gives birth while fighting COVID-19
There's no chapter on pandemics in the bestseller "What to Expect When You're Expecting." So a new mom from Michigan was forced to improvise. Not only did Jen Laubach give birth to her twins Mitchell and Maksim eight weeks early, she did it while sick with coronavirus. Adriana Diaz reports.
Kimberly Guilfoyle preparing to resign as ambassador to Greece
Investigation
Is a bootleg weight-loss drug to blame for 2 reported deaths?
How Iran made the Houthis into such a problem
Supreme Court takes up dispute over access to DOGE records
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