Study: Serious risks for unvaccinated pregnant women
A new study shows not being vaccinated against COVID can result in dire outcomes for pregnant women and their babies. Nikki Battiste reports.
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Doctors urge ICE to expand COVID-19 vaccinations for immigrant detainees
COVID-19 cases among immigrants in ICE detention have increased by 848% since the start of the year, government statistics show.
Pfizer starting study of vaccine geared toward Omicron variant
The new U.S. study is enrolling up to 1,420 healthy adults, ages 18 to 55, to test the updated Omicron-based shots for use as a booster or for primary vaccinations
Gottlieb doesn't expect vaccine for kids under 5 before late March
Dr. Scott Gottlieb, the former FDA commissioner, says the FDA and Pfizer are "looking very closely at the data that's accrued to see if they can make a decision around this."
FDA works to approve vaccines for kids under 5
The White House is now working to provide Americans with free N95 masks and at-home COVID-19 test kits. Meanwhile, the Food and Drug Administration is reviewing the vaccines for kids under the age of 5. Emergency medicine physician Dr. Owais Durrani joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest efforts to combat the virus.
COVID’s risk to children in Missouri
Doctors in Missouri are concerned that low vaccination rates in the state are impacting children in greater numbers. Children's Mercy Hospital of Kansas City is seeing more COVID cases, with some children being admitted to the ICU. Carter Evans reports.
U.S. debuts site for free at-home COVID tests
Some hospitals are overwhelmed, facing an influx of COVID-19 patients. Meanwhile, Pfizer says that its oral pill is showing efficacy against Omicron in lab tests. Dr. Jen Caudle joins CBSN to break down some of the latest coronavirus headlines.
Biden holds news conference as he nears one year in office
President Biden held his first news conference of 2022, as he marks one year in office. The milestone comes as the White House faces multiple challenges, including inflation and the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes reports, then joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Omicron continues to overwhelm U.S. hospitals
The Biden administration is planning to give out 400 million free N95 masks to Americans in the coming weeks as the coronavirus surge tightens its grip on hospitals in hard-hit areas of the country. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports from Missouri, where COVID-19 hospitalizations are rising among the unvaccinated. Then, Dr. Payal Patel, an infectious disease physician at the University of Michigan Medical School, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss the latest.
England is about to drop virtually all anti-COVID restrictions
Prime Minister Boris Johnson says thanks to booster shots and people following the rules, the Omicron wave "has now peaked" in the U.K., so the rules are being lifted.
North Carolina hospitals overwhelmed
COVID-19 infections are continuing to surge in parts of the U.S. In North Carolina, recent data shows one in three people tested positive for the virus. And some local hospitals are struggling to keep up. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports from Charlotte.
Delta variant spreads across U.S.
The Delta coronavirus variant is responsible for virus cases rising in all 50 U.S. states. Unvaccinated Americans are experiencing most of the severe COVID-19 cases, CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports. Dan Diamond, a reporter for The Washington Post, tells CBSN's Lana Zak more about the state of the virus in the country.
Omicron slows in parts of the U.S.
The Omicron surge is slowing in parts of the U.S., but Dr. Anthony Fauci, chief medical adviser to the president, warns the variant may not be the end of the pandemic. The COVID death rate in Los Angeles County is the highest it's been in 10 months. Dr. Jerry Abraham, director of vaccine programs at Kedren Health in Los Angeles, joins CBSN's Tanya Rivero with more.
Scientists see decline in COVID coming
New York City, one of the first places in the U.S. hit by the Omicron variant, is recording a decline in both new cases and hospitalizations -- similar to South Africa, where the strain was first detected. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta reports. Dr. Susannah Hills, a pediatric airway surgeon and assistant professor of ENT at Columbia University, joins CBSN to discuss the latest on the pandemic.
Djokovic loses visa appeal in Australia
The federal court in Melbourne, Australia, rejected Novak Djokovic's appeal against the the government's decision to cancel his visa because he has not received the COVID-19 vaccine. Imtiaz Tyab has more.
Face the Nation: Hogan, Lucas, Gottlieb
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on variant-specific vaccines, Maryland’s struggle with federal aid for COVID-19 testing, and Kansas City’s Omicron surge.
Gottlieb says variant-specific vaccine could help reduce transmission
Dr. Scott Gottlieb says vaccines targeting specific variants of the coronavirus could "restore the ability of the vaccine, potentially, to prevent transmission, and it once again becomes a public health tool for actually controlling spread."
Open: This is "Face the Nation," January 16
This week on "Face the Nation," we mark President Biden’s first year in office with a new CBS News poll, discuss the possibility of a Russian invasion of Ukraine with White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan and take a look at where the coronavirus pandemic stands.
Djokovic faces deportation hearing
Lawyers for Novak Djokovic presented their case to a panel of three judges on Sunday, hoping the tennis star will be allowed to stay in Australia and compete in the first major tournament of the year. Djokovic's visa was revoked over not being vaccinated for COVID-19. Roxana Saberi has the latest.
Omicron variant depletes hospital resources
As the Omicron variant keeps ripping across the country, hospitals are scrambling to find enough beds and staff to care for patients and emergency rooms are stretched to their limits. CBS News' Naomi Ruchim joins CBSN AM with the latest from New York.
Djokovic detained after Australia revokes visa again
The world's top-ranked tennis player Novak Djokovic faces deportation after the Australian government revoked his visa for a second time over a COVID-19 vaccine dispute. Charlie D'Agata has the latest.
Citigroup to implement COVID vaccine mandate
Employees at Citigroup who aren't vaccinated against COVID-19 may soon find themselves unemployed under the company's strict vaccine mandate.
Supreme Court blocks Biden's employer vaccine rule
The Supreme Court blocked the Biden administration's requirement that employees at large businesses be vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing. The court did uphold the administration's mandate for most healthcare workers. Meg Oliver reports.
Military help for hospitals swamped by COVID
President Biden says he will deploy military medical teams to hospitals in six states overwhelmed with COVID-19 patients. CBS News correspondent Natalie Brand and CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang break down the president's announcement.
Supreme Court rules on vaccine requirements
The U.S. Supreme Court will allow the Biden administration to enforce a nationwide COVID-19 vaccine requirement for health care workers. But the court rejected a vaccine-or-test mandate for large companies. CBS News legal contributor Jessica Levinson and CBS News chief legal correspondent Jan Crawford join Tony Dokoupil on CBSN to explain the rulings.
Hillary Clinton tells House panel she had "no idea" about Epstein's crimes
The former secretary of state said in her opening statement before the House Oversight Committee that she had no knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.
American among those killed on speedboat in Cuban waters, White House confirms
At least one U.S. citizen was also among the six who were wounded and arrested by Cuban authorities, a U.S. official said.
About a dozen FBI staff who worked on Trump documents case fired, sources say
At least 10 FBI employees were fired Wednesday, after FBI Director Kash Patel alleged former special counsel Jack Smith had subpoenaed his phone records.
Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, paving way for Paramount Skydance
Streaming giant declines to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery
Pentagon official on Anthropic feud: "You have to trust your military to do the right thing"
The Pentagon's top technology official told CBS News the military has offered compromises to Anthropic in order to reach a deal with the AI giant, amid a feud over whether its technology will be restricted.
Federal Reserve seeking to quash subpoenas in DOJ investigation, source says
The Federal Reserve has been mounting a closed-door effort to block the Justice Department's subpoenas for chairman Jerome Powell, CBS News has learned.
Can the U.S. and Iran reach a nuclear deal to avert a war?
Trump says he won't let Iran to build a nuclear weapon, and Iran says it doesn't intend to, but as talks resume, experts see war as more likely than a deal.
This photo of Lutnick on Epstein's island was removed from DOJ files
A photo released last month as part of the Epstein files that showed Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Epstein's island has been removed from the DOJ's website.
FBI moving command post in Nancy Guthrie investigation, source says
The investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie is still running at full speed, a law enforcement source familiar with the investigation told CBS News.
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This photo of Lutnick on Epstein's island was removed from DOJ files
A photo released last month as part of the Epstein files that showed Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Epstein's island has been removed from the DOJ's website.
Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, paving way for Paramount Skydance
Streaming giant Netflix declines to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
"I wanted to be on it all the time," plaintiff says in social media trial
The 20-year-old plaintiff alleges that using YouTube and Instagram from a young age intensified her depression and led to suicidal thoughts.
FedEx vows to pass any tariff refunds it gets from U.S. on to customers
FedEx said it will reimburse customers if the Trump administration provides refunds following a Supreme Court ruling that struck down emergency tariffs.
American among those killed on speedboat in Cuban waters, White House confirms
At least one U.S. citizen was also among the six who were wounded and arrested by Cuban authorities, a U.S. official said.
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Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, paving way for Paramount Skydance
Streaming giant Netflix declines to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
"I wanted to be on it all the time," plaintiff says in social media trial
The 20-year-old plaintiff alleges that using YouTube and Instagram from a young age intensified her depression and led to suicidal thoughts.
FedEx vows to pass any tariff refunds it gets from U.S. on to customers
FedEx said it will reimburse customers if the Trump administration provides refunds following a Supreme Court ruling that struck down emergency tariffs.
Frozen blueberries recalled over possible Listeria contamination
On Tuesday, the FDA upgraded the recall to Class I, a situation in which a product can cause "serious adverse health consequences or death."
Papa John's to close 300 restaurants as it moves to cut costs
Struggling pizza chain Papa John's said it will close 200 restaurants this year and another 100 by the end of 2027.
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Federal Reserve seeking to quash subpoenas in DOJ investigation, source says
The Federal Reserve has been mounting a closed-door effort to block the Justice Department's subpoenas for chairman Jerome Powell, CBS News has learned.
This photo of Lutnick on Epstein's island was removed from DOJ files
A photo released last month as part of the Epstein files that showed Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein on Epstein's island has been removed from the DOJ's website.
About a dozen FBI staff who worked on Trump documents case fired, sources say
At least 10 FBI employees were fired Wednesday, after FBI Director Kash Patel alleged former special counsel Jack Smith had subpoenaed his phone records.
Pentagon official on Anthropic feud: "You have to trust your military to do the right thing"
The Pentagon's top technology official told CBS News the military has offered compromises to Anthropic in order to reach a deal with the AI giant, amid a feud over whether its technology will be restricted.
American among those killed on speedboat in Cuban waters, White House confirms
At least one U.S. citizen was also among the six who were wounded and arrested by Cuban authorities, a U.S. official said.
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Health premiums threaten their nest egg. A terminal diagnosis may spare it.
Chaz and Jean Franklin were facing a sevenfold increase in their health premium payments with the expiration of enhanced federal subsidies for Affordable Care Act plans. Then Jean received a crushing diagnosis.
Could "kidulting" be the way to take the work out of your workout?
A British gym chain is offering classes in "kidulting," luring adults into fitness with classes built around playground and PE class classics.
Novo Nordisk to slash Wegovy and Ozempic prices starting in 2027
Starting in 2027, the Danish pharma firm will sell its weight-loss and diabetes drugs for $675 per month.
As more Americans embrace anxiety treatment, RFK Jr. derides medications
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has criticized the broadening use of anxiety medications, but doctors and researchers say the MAHA movement is misrepresenting drugs that have been proven to help.
How safe is America from polio?
After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the crippling disease to return.
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American among those killed on speedboat in Cuban waters, White House confirms
At least one U.S. citizen was also among the six who were wounded and arrested by Cuban authorities, a U.S. official said.
Fraud conviction overturned for Hong Kong's ex-media mogul Jimmy Lai
A Hong Kong appellate court on Thursday quashed onetime media magnate Jimmy Lai's fraud convictions linked to lease violations, in a rare victory in the prominent activist's legal battles.
Man charged with trafficking young Kenyans to fight for Russia in Ukraine
The founder of a Kenyan recruitment agency stands accused of deceiving and then trafficking young Kenyans to fight in Russia's war on Ukraine.
Russia says "no deadlines" for Ukraine ceasefire as Trump pushes for deal
As U.S. and Ukrainian officials meet to talk peace, Russia launches drones and missiles and makes it clear there's no rush in Moscow for a ceasefire.
Details emerge about one of men killed on U.S.-registered boat off Cuba
Michael Ortega Casanova is one of four people who were killed after people aboard a U.S.-registered speedboat allegedly opened fire on Cuba's border patrol.
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Netflix drops bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, paving way for Paramount Skydance
Streaming giant Netflix declines to match Paramount Skydance's $31 per share offer for Warner Bros. Discovery.
"Heated Rivalry" Season 2 is coming "as soon as humanly possible," creators say
A second season of "Heated Rivalry" is underway and filming will begin this summer, says show creator and director Jacob Tierney.
Toccara Jones reacts to explosive documentary
Toccara Jones, who competed in the "America's Next Top Model" reality show, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with her take on the new Netflix documentary exploring the competition show created by Tyra Banks.
Behind the success of "Heated Rivalry"
Jacob Tierney, the creator, writer, director and executive producer of "Heated Rivalry," and Brendan Brady, who is also an executive producer on the show, speak to "CBS Mornings" about the success, why it resonates with a diverse group of people and what to expect from its second season.
Eliminated "Survivor" contestants speak out
In the premiere of "Survivor 50," contestant Jenna Lewis-Dougherty was voted out at the first trial council. But in a surprise, castaway Kyle Fraser was also eliminated after hurting his achilles tendon during the immunity challenge. Lewis-Dougherty and Fraser speak to "CBS Mornings" about their experience on the show and how they've been changed by the game.
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Plaintiff in social media case takes stand
Jurors heard from the 20-year-old woman at the center of a landmark social media addiction trial on Thursday. Dara Kerr, tech reporter for The Guardian, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
Sources: Pentagon sends Anthropic final offer
The Pentagon has sent AI startup Anthropic a letter with the government's best and final offer to use their technology, CBS News exclusively reported on Thursday. CBS News senior White House reporter Jennifer Jacobs 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.
Instagram rolls out new teen safety feature
Instagram announced a new safety tool for parents during the landmark trial on social media addiction. CBS News' Shanelle Kaul reports and Emma Lembke, founder of the LOG OFF movement, joins CBS News to discuss.
"I wanted to be on it all the time," plaintiff says in social media trial
The 20-year-old plaintiff alleges that using YouTube and Instagram from a young age intensified her depression and led to suicidal thoughts.
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What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
In a first, shark seen on camera in Antarctica waters, surprising researchers
A large shark was caught on camera for the first time in Antarctica's waters, surprising researchers. "There's a general rule of thumb that you don't get sharks in Antarctica," one said.
How Washington's crossing of the Delaware presaged a changing world
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in a surprise crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River - a watershed military maneuver that dramatized a changing America, and a changing climate.
These United States: George Washington and climate change
On the evening of Christmas 1776, Gen. George Washington surprised the King's forces by leading the Continental Army in an unanticipated crossing of a near-frozen Delaware River. Environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at how Washington's watershed military maneuver dramatized both a changing America, and a changing climate.
Impact of climate change on Winter Olympics
The Winter Olympics in Milan need artificial snow due to climate change and warmer weather. Athletes say man-made snow makes terrain more difficult and unpredictable. Rob Marciano reports on its impact.
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Nancy Guthrie's home to be returned to family
Authorities are preparing to return Nancy Guthrie's home to her family after sealing it off as a crime scene, a law enforcement search says. The search for the 84-year-old is entering its fourth week. CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti has more.
FBI moving command post in Nancy Guthrie investigation, source says
The investigation into the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie is still running at full speed, a law enforcement source familiar with the investigation told CBS News.
Man accused of torturing, killing wolf in Wyoming agrees to plea deal
Cody Roberts agreed to a plea deal that would spare him from going to trial and possibly prison on charges of animal abuse.
Hillary Clinton deposition opening statements
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton shared her opening remarks for her closed-door deposition before members of the House Oversight Committee on her knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's dealings. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Whistleblower on allegations against ICE
Ryan Schwank, who testified against ICE training practices under the Trump administration, joins CBS News with his lawyer, David Kligerman, to discuss what he alleges is a "deficient, defective, and broken" training program.
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NASA rolls Artemis II back for repairs
NASA is rolling back the Artemis II moon rocket from its launch pad at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It is expected to take up to 12 hours to move the 322-foot rocket, with the journey spanning four miles back to its hangar for repairs. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood has more.
Artemis II moon rocket hauled off launch pad for repairs
Fixing the Space Launch System rocket's helium pressurization problem has pushed the Artemis II launch to at least April 1.
Mike Fincke reveals he was the astronaut who had medical issue on the ISS
NASA astronaut Mike Fincke said he was the crew member whose medical issue required a group of space station fliers to return to Earth earlier than planned last month.
What scientists will be looking for when government UFO files are released
Documents might help scientists shed light on unexplained phenomena and government secrets, experts said.
NASA to start slow-moving process returning moon rocket to hangar this week
The space agency said Sunday it's targeting Tuesday for the slow, four-mile trek across Kennedy Space Center, weather permitting.
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Strangers replenish boy's lost Pokémon collection
A 7-year-old boy was heartbroken after he lost his entire binder of Pokémon cards at the Denver airport. After his dad posted about it online, a United Airlines worker spotted it and spread the word. Tony Dokoupil has the story.
Pentagon in standoff with AI giant Anthropic
With less than 24 hours left, Anthropic and the Pentagon are locked in a standoff over access to the company's powerful artificial intelligence. Jo Ling Kent reports.
U.S.-Iran talks make progress, but still no deal
Despite progress toward a potential nuclear deal between the U.S. and Iran, both countries and the region are also preparing for failure -- and potential war. Charlie D'Agata has details.
How the Nancy Guthrie investigation is shifting
Nearly four weeks into the investigation of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance, the main crime scene is being turned back over to the family. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
Prosecution rests against alleged gunman's dad
The prosecution wrapped its case against Colin Gray, the father of a teen accused in a 2024 school shooting in Georgia. Skyler Henry has the latest.