Omicron subvariant causes uptick in U.S. COVID cases
New cases of COVID are once again on the rise, with Omicron subvariant BA.2 as the dominant strain. Some places are bringing back mask mandates. Meg Oliver has the latest.
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27 states report rise in COVID infections in past 8 days
In California, COVID cases are up 78% in the last four days, but there has been no increase in the critical number of hospitalizations. Jonathan Vigliotti is in Los Angeles with the latest as COVID cases rise across the country.
Face The Nation: Gottlieb, Mester, Johnson
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on new COVID-19 cases in the U.S., Cleveland Fed chief discusses inflation, and former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson on the preparation for an influx of migrants at the southern border to the U.S..
Gottlieb: U.S. "dramatically undercounting" COVID cases
Dr. Scott Gottlieb says only about one in seven new COVID-19 infections are being reflected in public health data, thanks largely to the growth of at-home testing.
Open: This is "Face the Nation," April 10
This week on "Face the Nation," with Russian forces moving forward with a brutal assault on Eastern Ukraine, we talk to White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan about what more the U.S. can do to help. Then, a conversation with former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb about a possible spring COVID surge.
China defends policy of separating COVID-positive kids from parents
Officials in China's biggest city of Shanghai have refused to budge from the draconian "zero-COVID" policies despite mounting anger.
Health officials eye spread of new variant
Cases of COVID-19 remain low nationwide, but they are rising in the Northeast as the Omicron subvariant BA.2 becomes the dominant strain in the U.S. Michael George has more.
Frustration mounts as China extends COVID lockdown in Shanghai
China's most populous, wealthiest city was supposed to be shut down in 2 phases for about a week. That's been extended, and it could be extended again.
Doctor who worked on COVID vaccine celebrated
Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett is being celebrated for leading a team at the National Institute of Health that helped develop Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine. CBS News' Dr. Jonathan LaPook brings us her story on the last day of Women's History Month.
President Biden gets second booster shot
President Biden received his second booster shot earlier today. He also urged Congress to provide more funding for his administration to combat the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. CBS News’ Tanya Rivero and Mola Lenghi sit down with John Moore, a professor of microbiology and immunology for Weill Cornell Medicine, to discuss Biden’s address and where we currently stand in the epidemic.
FDA authorizes second booster for adults above 50
The FDA authorized another booster shot of the Moderna or Pfizer COVID vaccines for people 50 and older who want them. Meg Oliver shares more.
Moderna to seek vaccine authorization for young kids
Moderna says it will ask the FDA for emergency use authorization for its low-dose COVID vaccine for kids under 6 years old after trials showed promising results. Nancy Chen has the latest.
3/20: Face The Nation
This week on "Face the Nation," with no end in sight for the war in Ukraine we have exclusive interviews with Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, Chinese Ambassador to the U.S. Qin Gang and Ukrainian Ambassador to the U.S. Oksana Markarova.
3/17: Red and Blue
Changes for Biden's COVID response leadership; Pfizer CEO on politics and vaccine development
U.S. COVID infections hit lowest level since July
While Europe is seeing an increase in COVID-19 cases, infection rates in the U.S. remain low, and health experts don’t expect a big surge from the Omicron subvariant BA.2. More and more restrictions are being rolled back across the country. Lilia Luciano has more from Los Angeles.
Face The Nation: McConnell, Markarova, Gottlieb
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on Ukraine support from the Republican party, Ukrainian ambassador Oksana Markarova says Ukraine is "ready to negotiate," new COVID-19 outbreaks in China and Europe, and Dr. Scott Gottlieb on the BA.2 variant.
Gottlieb expects "some increase" in COVID cases from BA.2 variant
Dr. Scott Gottlieb says he doesn't think "we're going to see a big wave of infection" from the BA.2 variant, "but we're going to see some uptick from where we are right now."
Moderna seeks FDA authorization for 4th dose of COVID vaccine
U.S. health officials currently recommend a primary series of two doses of the Moderna vaccine and a booster dose months later.
New COVID variant sparks fears of another surge
COVID cases are rising in China and Europe, where some pandemic mandates had been lifted. It's leading to concerns about whether the U.S. will see a similar trend. Meg Oliver shares the latest.
COVID infections soar in China and Europe
As COVID-19 cases decrease in the U.S., China and Europe are both dealing with serious outbreaks. The city of Hong Kong is being hit particularly hard. Some officials believe the uptick is driven by the new Omicron sub-variant known as BA.2. CBS News medical contributor Dr. David Agus has the latest on the surge overseas.
COVID crisis in Missouri
With its relatively low vaccination rate, Missouri is under a crush of COVID-19 patients as hospitals are filled to capacity. One unvaccinated woman who's been hospitalized for weeks is now urging everyone to get the shot. Carter Evans reports.
Biden pushes for schools as vaccine clinics
More than 360,000 children under the age of 12 have received at least one dose of Pfizer's vaccine. First lady Dr. Jill Biden toured an elementary school in Virginia acting as a vaccine clinic to push more school districts to do the same. Nikki Battiste reports.
Omicron more contagious but may be less severe
Debora Patta speaks with a vaccinologist from South Africa, where the new Omicron variant is spreading quickly, who says it may cause less serious COVID cases than other forms of the virus, despite it being more contagious than previous strains.
Djokovic deported over Australia vaccine row
Novak Djokovic was deported from Australia on Sunday after losing his bid to stay in the country to defend his Australian Open title despite not being vaccinated against COVID-19. As CBS News foreign correspondent Holly Williams reports, the Australian Open finally got underway without the No. 1 men's player.
Study: COVID vaccine doesn't lead to infertility
There is strong new evidence that COVID-19 vaccines do not lead to infertility. A newly-released study found no correlation between vaccination and the ability to get pregnant. It comes as recent data also suggests that COVID-19 infection surfacing in late pregnancy can have deadly outcomes for unvaccinated pregnant people and their babies. Nikki Battiste reports from Chicago.
Nepal flash flood rescue efforts intensify as death toll rises
Rescuers pulled out survivors and helicopters lifted stranded people to safety as Nepal and China raced to respond after catastrophic flash floods killed hundreds of people.
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Iran war hits 6-month mark with no end in sight
President Trump insists Iran is "begging to make a deal" to end the war, but Tehran, and crucially China, say his economic warfare tactics will fail.
Judge temporarily blocks new Postal Service rules for mail voting
A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing its new requirements for mail voting for the November midterm elections.
U.S. military uses laser to shoot down 3 cartel drones at southern border, Pentagon says
The U.S. military this week used a laser to shoot down three drones along the U.S.-Mexico border that were allegedly operated by drug cartels, the Pentagon said.
Marine One has trouble communicating with air traffic control again
The incident happened about an hour after the National Transportation Safety Board released new details about a similar incident in early August.
Judge rules Trump administration illegally punished AI firm Anthropic
A judge barred the Trump administration from enforcing a set of rules aimed at cutting off Anthropic from the federal government, ruling the administration had unconstitutionally punished the AI company for protected speech.
Fired Stars and Stripes journalists sue Hegseth and Pentagon spokesperson
The plaintiffs say the Trump administration is trying to fire them as a part of its "extraordinary censorship efforts."
Norway's King Harald V, Europe's oldest monarch, dies at 89
King Harald V of Norway, Europe's oldest monarch, has died, the royal court says. He was 89.
Key moments from Lindsay Clancy's trial as jury weighs the case
Lindsay Clancy, 36, has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder in the deaths of her three children and said she was suffering form postpartum psychosis. A jury is deliberating.
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Husband and wife take on marathons with a racing wheelchair and a mission
Jamie and Amy Shinneman are teaming up for their fifth marathon, with him on foot and her in a racing wheelchair.
Marine One has trouble communicating with air traffic control again
The incident happened about an hour after the National Transportation Safety Board released new details about a similar incident in early August.
U.S. military uses laser to shoot down 3 cartel drones at southern border, Pentagon says
The U.S. military this week used a laser to shoot down three drones along the U.S.-Mexico border that were allegedly operated by drug cartels, the Pentagon said.
El-Sayed says he's spoken with Jeremy Moss after Hasan Piker's comments
Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee in Michigan's U.S. Senate race, says now is the time for Democrats to work together ahead of the 2026 midterm election.
Cyclospora outbreak tied to 3 more states, FDA says
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
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Judge rules Trump administration illegally punished AI firm Anthropic
A judge barred the Trump administration from enforcing a set of rules aimed at cutting off Anthropic from the federal government, ruling the administration had unconstitutionally punished the AI company for protected speech.
OpenAI, Anthropic warn AI cyberattacks could surge in coming months
Hospitals, technology firms and other companies could soon be at risk from AI-enabled cyberattacks, according to a new open letter from more than 100 signatories.
Netflix offers extended pre-launch look at Grand Theft Auto 6
The latest GTA game is scheduled to drop on Nov. 19, more than 13 years after the last installment was released.
Fed's Cook responds to Trump firing threat, calls attacks "unfounded and untrue"
A lawyer for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook said she "has never committed mortgage fraud or any intentional wrongdoing."
Trump's oil and gas stock trades continued during Iran war, filings show
President Trump has accused oil companies like Chevron and ExxonMobil of "making too much money." He owns shares of both.
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Marine One has trouble communicating with air traffic control again
The incident happened about an hour after the National Transportation Safety Board released new details about a similar incident in early August.
U.S. military uses laser to shoot down 3 cartel drones at southern border, Pentagon says
The U.S. military this week used a laser to shoot down three drones along the U.S.-Mexico border that were allegedly operated by drug cartels, the Pentagon said.
Judge rules Trump administration illegally punished AI firm Anthropic
A judge barred the Trump administration from enforcing a set of rules aimed at cutting off Anthropic from the federal government, ruling the administration had unconstitutionally punished the AI company for protected speech.
Judge temporarily blocks new Postal Service rules for mail voting
A federal judge on Thursday temporarily blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing its new requirements for mail voting for the November midterm elections.
El-Sayed says he's spoken with Jeremy Moss after Hasan Piker's comments
Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee in Michigan's U.S. Senate race, says now is the time for Democrats to work together ahead of the 2026 midterm election.
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2 airport workers die of malaria from mosquito on plane in Germany
Caused by parasites spread via Anopheles mosquitoes, malaria can cause symptoms including nausea, headache and intense waves of fever and chills.
Cyclospora outbreak tied to 3 more states, FDA says
U.S. officials have confirmed cases of a parasitic illness tied to lettuce in three more states: Georgia, Tennessee and Texas.
FDA approves new pancreatic cancer drug that could extend patients' lives
Patients taking the first-of-a-kind pill, called daraxonrasib, lived for a median of 13.2 months compared with 6.7 months for chemotherapy recipients, studies showed.
Secrets of the gut microbiome and how it impacts our long-term brain health
Dr. Laura Cox, an assistant professor at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, explains how our dietary patterns play a significant role in our gut and long-term brain health.
Pennsylvania records first 2 measles deaths in 35 years
Pennsylvania has recorded its first two deaths connected to measles in 35 years.
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2 airport workers die of malaria from mosquito on plane in Germany
Caused by parasites spread via Anopheles mosquitoes, malaria can cause symptoms including nausea, headache and intense waves of fever and chills.
Men buy museum tickets, then steal 200-carat diamond necklace
Police said the two men did not wear masks, paid to enter the museum and were clearly seen on surveillance cameras.
Tigers, jaguars, bison found in raid on fuel smugglers near U.S. border
Smuggling gasoline and diesel from the U.S. into Mexico and reselling it tax-free is a huge money-maker for organized crime gangs, including drug cartels.
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Iran war hits 6-month mark with no end in sight
President Trump insists Iran is "begging to make a deal" to end the war, but Tehran, and crucially China, say his economic warfare tactics will fail.
Norway's King Harald V, Europe's oldest monarch, dies at 89
King Harald V of Norway, Europe's oldest monarch, has died, the royal court says. He was 89.
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Exclusive look at Grand Theft Auto VI
Netflix is sharing a look at the highly anticipated video game Grand Theft Auto VI, set to be released in November. Jordan Minor, a gaming writer at PCMag and author of "Video Game of the Year," joins "The Daily Report."
How Dolly Parton supported the Black community
Nashville historian David Ewing joins "The Daily Report" to break down how Dolly Parton used her royalties from Whitney Houston's rendition of "I Will Always Love You" to uplift the Black community in the city.
Closing arguments in trial of man accused in Tupac's murder expected Monday
Both sides have rested in the murder trial of Duane "Keffe D" Davis, who prosecutors allege orchestrated the 1996 murder of Tupac Shakur.
Dolly Parton offered to try experimental drugs if "no hope" in her cancer battle
"She told me recently that if there was no hope for her, she would still allow her medical team to try experimental drugs in the hope of helping others in the future," Stella Parton said in a Facebook post.
Netflix offers extended pre-launch look at Grand Theft Auto 6
The latest GTA game is scheduled to drop on Nov. 19, more than 13 years after the last installment was released.
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OpenAI, Anthropic warn AI cyberattacks could surge in coming months
Hospitals, technology firms and other companies could soon be at risk from AI-enabled cyberattacks, according to a new open letter from more than 100 signatories.
Bill Gates' dire warning about AI
Microsoft founder and computer pioneer Bill Gates changed the world forever with his technological innovation. Now, Gates is warning that the development of artificial intelligence without strong oversight and regulation could threaten society as we know it. MIT professor Max Tegmark shares his concerns.
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.
Meta settles social media addiction suit
A series of lawsuits accused tech giant Meta of purposefully designing social media apps to entice users and cause social media addiction. Meta will pay out $17 billion in a landmark settlement. CBS News' Jarred Hill reports.
Why does the Meta settlement matter?
Meta's multi-billion dollar settlement with 47 states over social media addiction could result in some major changes to social media rules, especially for children. Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, joins with more.
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Invasive Joro spiders are "slowly spreading." Here's what to do if you see one.
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park told visitors Tuesday that invasive Joro spiders "may be hanging in a web near you."
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States – another escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet, where extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
A summer of extremes: Weathering a hotter world
July was the hottest month ever in the Lower 48 States, breaking a record last set during the Dust Bowl – just another step in the escalation of our world into a hotter, more dangerous planet. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with climate journalist Jeff Goodell and atmospheric scientist Maria Molina about how changes in Earth's climate are increasing the likelihood that extreme weather events – such as heat waves, wildfires and hurricanes – will become more common and more extreme.
Views of the total solar eclipse in Europe
A total solar eclipse was visible in parts of Europe for the first time since 1912. Rob Marciano reports.
Europe sees total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse turned day into night across a slice of Europe and North America on Wednesday, and put millions in unique contact with the heavens above. Meteorologist Rob Marciano reports from Spain.
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Men buy museum tickets, then steal 200-carat diamond necklace
Police said the two men did not wear masks, paid to enter the museum and were clearly seen on surveillance cameras.
Second deliberation day in Clancy trial
The jury is deliberating in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial after closing arguments laid out the prosecution and defense cases. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.
Tigers, jaguars, bison found in raid on fuel smugglers near U.S. border
Smuggling gasoline and diesel from the U.S. into Mexico and reselling it tax-free is a huge money-maker for organized crime gangs, including drug cartels.
Why some Clancy trial jurors won't deliberate
Jurors began deliberations in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial on Thursday after the prosecution and defense wrapped closing arguments. Boston criminal defense attorney and legal analyst Elyse Hershon joins CBS News to discuss.
Jury to consider lesser charges in Clancy trial
The judge in Lindsay Clancy's trial directed jurors to consider lesser criminal charges in addition to first-degree murder as deliberations began on Thursday. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson has more.
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Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
NASA's Swift telescope will plunge toward Earth after rescue mission called off
The mission to save NASA's sinking space telescope has been called off, dooming the telescope to a fiery reentry later this year.
NASA images show 60-foot-wide crater on moon after SpaceX rocket booster crash
A NASA spacecraft circling the moon is providing the sharpest views yet of the crater carved by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
New space object called "black hole star" discovered by astronomers
The newly discovered object looks like a star the size of our solar system, but produces 100 billion times more energy than any star.
Stunning photos show total solar eclipse over Europe
The only total solar eclipse of 2026 crossed the Northern Hemisphere Wednesday, with a path of totality across parts of Greenland, Iceland and northern Spain. See photos and video from the best viewing locations.
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Dolly Parton: An extraordinary life in pictures
Dolly Parton, the country music legend who became a feminist icon, has died at the age of 80. Here is a look back at her life in pictures.
Summer music highlights of 2026
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Investigating the death of designer Sylvie Cachay
Sylvie Cachay was found dead in an overflowing bathtub at the exclusive Soho House in New York City on Dec. 9, 2010. A water leak at the hotel gave away a timeline that may have revealed her killer.
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
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Duo team aims to inspire through racing
Amy and Jamie Shinneman plan to run their fifth marathon together in Sydney, Australia this weekend as part of their mission to race all eight Abbott World Marathon Majors. But what sets them apart from other individual runners is that they compete together as a team. Amy has Bethlem myopathy, a rare form of muscular dystrophy, so Jamie pushes her in a racing wheelchair. They hope their story can inspire others with disabilities to chase big dreams, too.
Trump's war on Iran reaches 6-month mark
Tehran may be considering negotiations as the conflict with the U.S. passes the 6-month mark. CBS News' Aaron MacLean has more.
Trump's Marine One communication struggles
Marine One struggled to communicate with traffic control in the Washington, D.C., area for the second time this month. CBS News' Kris Van Cleave reports.
People reported missing in Nepal rises
Local news outlets are reporting that around 12,000 people are missing in Nepal after catastrophic floods swept entire villages away. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Second deliberation day in Clancy trial
The jury is deliberating in Lindsay Clancy's murder trial after closing arguments laid out the prosecution and defense cases. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports.