North Korea apparently tried to hack Pfizer for COVID vaccine info
A South Korean lawmaker told reporters about a briefing by his nation's spy agency.
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AstraZeneca COVID vaccine shows promise
A new study from the United Kingdom says a single dose of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine can protect for months — and even more importantly, can slow transmission. Meg Oliver reports.
Top Pfizer scientist on COVID-19 vaccine
Pfizer announced it will supply 200 million doses of its COVID-19 vaccine for the U.S. by the end of May and is aiming to ship 2 billion doses globally this year. The vaccine is over 90% effective according to clinical trials conducted in 2020, but more testing needs to be done to see how well it protects against the new variants. Dr. Phil Dormitzer, who helped develop the vaccine as vice president and chief scientific officer of viral vaccines at Pfizer, joins CBSN to discuss.
COVID-19 variants spreading rapidly in U.S.
More contagious COVID-19 variants are spreading rapidly in the U.S. and a new study by the CDC finds the strain first found in the U.K. will become dominant here by March. Dr. Ron Elfenbein joins CBSN to discuss that plus President Biden's recent comments on the pandemic made in an exclusive interview with CBS News' Norah O'Donnell.
Expert on COVID-19 vaccine developments
Vaccination efforts around the world are picking up steam. Meanwhile, Pfizer announced it expects to cut production time for its COVID-19 vaccine by nearly 50%. CBS News senior foreign correspondent Elizabeth Palmer has an update on the worldwide effort, and David Montefiori, a professor and director of Duke University's Laboratory for AIDS Vaccine Research and Development, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Watch From Home? COVID-19 and the Super Bowl
Playing it safe: CBS New medical contributor Dr. David Agus joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss if Super Bowl parties can be superspreader events and the latest with vaccines.
Israel's early vaccine data shows promise
Israel is taking an aggressive approach to vaccinating its population against COVID-19. The preliminary results are offering researchers hope in the midst of the pandemic. Isabel Kershner, a correspondent in Jerusalem for The New York Times, reported on that story and joins CBSN to discuss what she learned about the Pfizer vaccine's efficacy.
Drugmakers respond to COVID-19 variants
Johnson and Johnson has reported promising results from its single-dose coronavirus vaccine and plans to apply for emergency use authorization in early February. Meanwhile, the virus variant first identified in South Africa has now been found in the United States. CBS News' Mola Lenghi reports, and Dr. Bob Lahita spoke with CBSN's Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers about the highly contagious new strain and the work drugmakers are doing to fight variants that continue to appear.
E.U. and U.K. tensions rise over vaccine supply
The United Kingdom has become the first European country to surpass 100,000 coronavirus deaths as shortfalls from European vaccine manufacturers pits the country against the European Union for the supply. The E.U. is threatening to prevent companies like Pfizer and AstraZeneca from exporting any vaccine orders until its own citizens receive doses, which also creates issues for developing nations in dire need of vaccinations. CBS News' Charlie D'Agata joins CBSN AM to discuss.
Biden on increasing COVID vaccines
President Joe Biden announced plans to buy 200 million more doses of COVID-19 vaccines and increase the distribution of shots to states across the country. "Help is on the way," he said. But he also warned the fight will take months and that people need to continue to wear masks. Watch his remarks.
WorldView: 11 Chinese miners rescued
Rescue workers in China extracted 11 trapped miners but also found the bodies of nine who died. Also, more than 3,000 people in Russia were detained in anti-Putin demonstrations across the country, and police in the Netherlands used water cannons and tear gas to clear demonstrators angry over new coronavirus restrictions. Meanwhile, Australian officials approved the use of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joined "CBSN AM" from London with those stories.
Moderna says COVID vaccine should work on U.K., South Africa strains
U.S. drugmaker says lab studies "reinforce our confidence" that vaccine will protect against new variants, but they're trialling 3rd dose on South Africa strain.
Doctor on challenge of vaccinating the U.S.
Doctors are urging Americans to get the coronavirus vaccine. Dr. Ruth Karron, the director of the Center for Immunization Research at Johns Hopkins University, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to answer questions about the COVID-19 vaccine and its efficacy. She also discusses the differences between the new strains overseas and how much of a concern they are.
Pfizer vaccine may be effective against U.K. strain
A preliminary study found that the Pfizer vaccine appears to be effective against a more contagious U.K. strain of the coronavirus.
Study shows U.K. COVID variant unlikely to "escape" Pfizer vaccine
New research expands on earlier lab tests, providing further evidence that the widely used vaccine should prove effective against an infectious new strain.
Pope Francis, predecessor Benedict, get a 1st shot of COVID vaccine
The current pontiff is 84 and missing half of a lung, while Pope Emeritus Benedict is 93, so both are at high risk of serious coronavirus complications.
COVID-19 vaccinations across U.S. near 1 million doses a day
Yet even with the faster pace of inoculations, tens of millions of doses of vaccine sit unused.
Trump administration shifts vaccine strategy
The Trump administration is changing its recommendations to make COVID-19 vaccines more widely available for all Americans over the age of 65. According to the CDC, only about a third of the distributed vaccines have actually been administered so far, as virus cases and deaths continue to soar. Dr. Uché Blackstock joins CBSN to discuss the shift in strategy and the current state of the pandemic in the U.S.
4,000 COVID-19 deaths in a single day
The U.S. recorded more than 4,000 deaths from COVID-19 Thursday. That's the highest single-day death toll since the pandemic began. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez reports on the latest developments, and Dr. Dara Kass, an ER doctor and medical contributor for Yahoo News, joined CBSN with more on what to expect in the coming weeks.
And then there were three: U.K. approves Moderna's COVID vaccine
But while it's authorized for use, the United Kingdom didn't place any early orders of this American coronavirus vaccine, so it won't be available to Brits until the spring.
Pfizer says its vaccine seems effective vs. two COVID variants
But company says it still has to test it against a new wrinkle in one of those emerging, highly contagious variants.
FDA warns of "risk" in U.K. plan to delay 2nd Pfizer vaccine shots
Facing a surge in infections, U.K. officials said the 2nd dose of the Pfizer vaccine can wait up to 12 weeks. The FDA says that decision is "not rooted solidly in the available evidence."
FDA considers cutting vaccine doses to stretch supply
So far, more than 4.5 million COVID shots have been given out — a fraction of the 20 million initially expected by the end of 2020.
Vaccine distribution lagging in U.S.
Across the U.S., nearly 3 million doses of coronavirus vaccines have been administered thus far — nowhere close to Operation Warp Speed’s goal of administering 20 million doses by the end of 2020. U.S. infections are now over 20 million cases with over 349,000 deaths. Tom Hanson reports.
Why vaccine distribution is slower than expected
The push to vaccinate people in the United States against COVID-19 is moving slower than expected as hospitals across the country fill up. Justin Gill, a nurse practitioner and health policy lecturer at University of Washington Bothell, spoke to CBSN's Omar Villafranca about what's complicating the process.
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U.S. announces new strikes on Iran as war intensifies
The U.S. announces new strikes on Iran just hours after a 4th consecutive nighttime barrage, as the war ramps back up over control of the Strait of Hormuz.
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Watch Live: Blanche testifies at confirmation hearing for attorney general
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee for his confirmation hearing to lead the Justice Department in a permanent capacity.
Will daylight saving time become permanent after House passes bill?
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
Son of couple jailed in Iran "desperately worried" as stepdad's sentence extended
A man whose mother and stepfather are imprisoned in Iran tells CBS News "the hardest part is the uncertainty."
Clayton faces questions about election integrity, vows to enhance trust in DNI
Clayton, currently the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, is expected to succeed Bill Pulte, Trump's controversial acting director of national intelligence.
England-Argentina World Cup semifinal reignites painful historic rivalry
The World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina is a grudge match that will reopen decades-old wounds for both countries.
Why is Zelenskyy shaking up his cabinet amid successes against Russia?
Ukraine's president is shaking up his government just as observers note positive changes in the trajectory of the war with Russia.
Every ICE arrest team will now have an agent with a body camera, DHS says
Every ICE arrest team will have at least one law enforcement officer equipped with a body-worn camera going forward, DHS said Tuesday, after two fatal shootings by agents who didn't have cameras.
Squeeze what? South Florida woman gets surprising license plate
Pompano Beach resident Nancy Dello Stritto, who is almost 77 years old, opened her mail to find a license plate reading "SQZ A55."
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NYPD officer says Brooklyn Bridge rescue happened on 3rd day with elite unit
Cristian Yepes was on his first week with the NYPD's elite Emergency Service Unit when he helped rescue a woman on the Brooklyn Bridge.
Here's what the Common Cents Act means for businesses, consumers
New law aims to address how businesses and consumers should transact amid the phase-out of the penny.
Blanche reiterates "anti-weaponization" fund is "dead" at confirmation hearing
"It is a moot issue, meaning there is no weaponization fund. The weaponization fund is dead," Blanche told lawmakers on the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Seal pup shot in head, third incident in less than year, hospital says
A three-week-old male harbor seal is in critical but stable condition and undergoing treatment at a Washington state wildlife center.
Will daylight saving time become permanent after House passes bill?
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
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Here's what the Common Cents Act means for businesses, consumers
New law aims to address how businesses and consumers should transact amid the phase-out of the penny.
Subaru recalls more than 541,000 vehicles over labeling error
Erroneous labels on some Subaru Crosstrek, Forester and Ascent cars could increase the risk of a crash, NHTSA said.
U.S. Mint to make $1 gold coin with Trump's face on it
It's the latest effort by President Trump to make his mark on Washington, D.C.
26 Meta workers sue over alleged AI-aided layoffs of employees on leave
A group of 26 Meta employees has sued the company, claiming it used AI to choose people for layoffs, disproportionately targeting those on medical, parental or family leave.
Scammers are using FaceTime to steal bank account passwords
The scheme begins with fake fraud alerts before shifting to a FaceTime call, where victims are tricked into exposing sensitive banking information.
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Blanche reiterates "anti-weaponization" fund is "dead" at confirmation hearing
"It is a moot issue, meaning there is no weaponization fund. The weaponization fund is dead," Blanche told lawmakers on the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Will daylight saving time become permanent after House passes bill?
Lawmakers are one step closer to making daylight saving time permanent after the House passed a bill with overwhelming support.
U.S. Mint to make $1 gold coin with Trump's face on it
It's the latest effort by President Trump to make his mark on Washington, D.C.
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Watch Live: Blanche testifies at confirmation hearing for attorney general
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche appearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee for his confirmation hearing to lead the Justice Department in a permanent capacity.
Clayton faces questions about election integrity, vows to enhance trust in DNI
Clayton, currently the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, is expected to succeed Bill Pulte, Trump's controversial acting director of national intelligence.
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Introducing Norah O'Donnell's new health podcast
"Healthful with Norah O'Donnell" launches July 22.
Alzheimer's blood test may show who's likely to develop it in 5 to 10 years
A blood test may predict if apparently healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer's symptoms in the next five or 10 years, researchers say.
Taco Bell removes some items amid outbreak
As of Tuesday, nearly 7,000 people in 34 states reported symptoms tied to a parasitic illness that, so far, has no official source. Carter Evans reports on what's suspected of being behind the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe
Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.
"Miracle on the Hudson" pilot, Capt. "Sully," shares Alzheimer's diagnosis
Capt. Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, who famously landed a passenger jet on the Hudson River in 2009, said he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease.
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Son of couple jailed in Iran "desperately worried" as stepdad's sentence extended
A man whose mother and stepfather are imprisoned in Iran tells CBS News "the hardest part is the uncertainty."
Why is Zelenskyy shaking up his cabinet amid successes against Russia?
Ukraine's president is shaking up his government just as observers note positive changes in the trajectory of the war with Russia.
England-Argentina World Cup semifinal reignites painful historic rivalry
The World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina is a grudge match that will reopen decades-old wounds for both countries.
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U.S. announces new strikes on Iran as war intensifies
The U.S. announces new strikes on Iran just hours after a 4th consecutive nighttime barrage, as the war ramps back up over control of the Strait of Hormuz.
Iraq seizes mounds of gold and millions in cash in corruption crackdown
An anti-corruption probe in Iraq leads to seizure of 825 pounds of gold and tens of millions in cash from lawmakers and government officials.
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Behind the "Better in Person" talk show
Author and journalist Stephen Dubner, who rose to fame when he co-wrote The New York Times bestseller "Freakonomics," talks with "CBS Mornings" about launching his own weekly talk show on YouTube, "Better in Person." Dubner discusses how the show got its start, his wide range of guests and why he decided to self-finance it.
Insider at "The Wolf of Wall Street" firm opens up: "My lifestyle was insane"
The Paramount+ documentary "The Real Wolf of Wall Street" gives an inside look at Jordan Belfort's scandal-ridden firm, Stratton Oakmont.
Gelfand on "The Real Wolf of Wall Street"
"The Real Wolf of Wall Street," a new documentary from See It Now Studios on Paramount+, focuses on the real-life story of infamous stockbroker Jordan Belfort and his brokerage firm Stratton Oakmont. Howie Gelfand, a former partner at Stratton Oakmont, explains why he decided to be part of the documentary and how the 2013 film, "The Wolf of Wall Street," starring Leonardo DiCaprio, got the real story wrong.
Alan Ritchson on thriller "Motor City"
Alan Ritchson talks about starring in "Motor City," which has nearly no dialogue, how his process was different and why he thinks it will resonate with audiences.
States sue to block Paramount-WBD merger
A coalition of a dozen states on Monday sued to block Paramount Skydance's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, posing a new challenge to the $110 billion deal that would unite two of the nation's largest media companies. Paramount Skydance is the parent company of CBS News. CBS News' Jo Ling Kent reports.
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Backlash grows nationwide over data centers
There's growing backlash nationwide against AI data centers and now New York is hitting pause. Gov. Kathy Hochul signed an executive order to delay the building boom. Kelly O'Grady has more.
26 Meta workers sue over alleged AI-aided layoffs of employees on leave
A group of 26 Meta employees has sued the company, claiming it used AI to choose people for layoffs, disproportionately targeting those on medical, parental or family leave.
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.
Major utility bill increases requested
Utility companies requested $9.2 billion worth of rate increases in the second quarter of 2026, potentially impacting over 56 million Americans, according to a new report from PowerLines. Former Michigan utility commissioner Tremaine Phillips joins CBS News to discuss.
Scammers are using FaceTime to steal bank account passwords
The scheme begins with fake fraud alerts before shifting to a FaceTime call, where victims are tricked into exposing sensitive banking information.
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Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomer's name deciphered from ancient Mayan ruins for first time
The name "White-chested Fox" was found in drawings dating from 400 BC to 900 AD at the San Bartolo-Xultun archaeological site.
Disclosure Foundation head on new UFO files
The Pentagon on Friday released a new batch of UFO files, spanning 19 videos and more. Jordan Flowers, executive director of the Disclosure Foundation, joins CBS News to discuss.
Watch: Pentagon releases 19 new UFO videos
The Defense Department released a fourth batch of UFO files on Friday, nearly one month after its third drop. These are all of the videos in the latest tranche, plus analysis from astrophysicist Avi Loeb.
2,000-year-old gold rings and human bones found by archaeologists
Archaeologists have discovered eight human skeletons, bronze and gold jewelry and other artifacts indicating a ceremonial burial of wealthy people.
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Clayton pressed on subpoenas for journalists
Jay Clayton, President Trump's pick to be director of national intelligence, faced questions about subpoenas issued to journalists regarding an apparent national security matter. Oregon Democratic Sen. Ron Wyden pressed Clayton for more details on the process before the subpoenas were sent.
Blanche on meeting with Epstein survivors
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is facing a panel of senators for his confirmation process to lead the Justice Department permanently. Blanche refused to commit to meeting with Epstein survivors after Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois, the top Democrat on the Judiciary Committee, pressed him on the Epstein investigation and the department's role in transparency regarding records.
Grassley presses Blanche on Epstein files
Iowa Republican Sen. Chuck Grassley, who chairs the Judiciary Committee, pressed Todd Blanche, the acting attorney general, on the apparent mishandling of the Epstein files during the release process that he led while at the Department of Justice during President Trump's second term in the White House.
Video shows aftermath of fatal ICE shooting
Security video appears to show the moments after immigration agents fatally shot a man in Maine. CBS News' Lilia Luciano and Nicole Sganga have more.
Louisiana man charged with murder in shooting of U.S. marshal
A Louisiana man has been charged with murder in the fatal shooting of a deputy U.S. marshal who joined other officers in trying to arrest him.
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Russian Soyuz rocket launches fresh crew to space station
The new crew will replace three other Soyuz fliers wrapping up a 240-day stay aboard the International Space Station.
Astronomers discover sugar in space that's also found in raspberries
The sugar, called erythrulose, lurks in what's called the interstellar medium: thin clouds of gas and dust littered between stars.
Telescope spots most distant quasars ever discovered
Quasars — the brightest objects in the universe — are powered by supermassive black holes at the heart of early galaxies.
Mission launched to rescue a falling space telescope
Katalyst Space's LINK spacecraft is designed to capture and boost NASA's Swift observatory back to a safe altitude.
NASA astronauts operate on space station's broken robot arm
The orbital surgery on the International Space Station returned the Canadian-built robot arm to full health after its "wrist" joint failed last month.
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Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Sneak peek: Searching for Maya Millete
A young mother disappears. Investigators say her husband contacted spellcasters to put a hex on his wife so she wouldn’t leave him. "48 Hours" contributor Jonathan Vigliotti reports Saturday, July 22 at 10/9c on CBS and Paramount+.
Clayton pressed on subpoenas for journalists
Jay Clayton, President Trump's pick to be director of national intelligence, faced questions about subpoenas issued to journalists regarding an apparent national security matter. Oregon Democratic Sen. Ron Wyden pressed Clayton for more details on the process before the subpoenas were sent.
Sen. Whitehouse, Blanche clash over Trump
Rhode Island Democratic Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse slammed Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche during his confirmation hearing over his relationship with President Trump, accusing the pair of colluding.
Blanche on meeting with Epstein survivors
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is facing a panel of senators for his confirmation process to lead the Justice Department permanently. Blanche refused to commit to meeting with Epstein survivors after Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois, the top Democrat on the Judiciary Committee, pressed him on the Epstein investigation and the department's role in transparency regarding records.
Clayton's opening statement at Senate hearing
Trump's pick for director of national intelligence, Jay Clayton, addressed the Senate Intelligence Committee before his confirmation hearing on Tuesday.