Danny Meyer talks vaccine policy
Danny Meyer discusses his new policy that will require employees and customers who dine indoors at his restaurants to show proof they're fully vaccinated.
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Florida reports record number of new COVID infections
Florida health officials report more than 21,000 new infections in a single day. However, the state has a 60% vaccination rate for people over the age of 12. Dr. Kartik Cherabuddi, an epidemiologist and associate professor of infections diseases at the University of Florida, joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss how concerning the surge in Florida is and why masks are needed to slow the variant down.
Some nations continue to suffer from COVID
The number of COVID-19 cases is surging internationally, but unlike the U.S. and other wealthier nations, vaccines are still in short supply. Elizabeth Palmer explains.
Face The Nation: Kashkari, Alroy-Preis, Gottlieb
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on the Delta variant's effect on the economy, worldwide COVID vaccines, and Israel's booster shots.
Biden pushes COVID-19 vaccinations to fight surge
President Biden's latest push for vaccinations comes as the Delta variant fuels another surge in the U.S. David Begnaud reports on the "dire" situation in New Orleans. Then, Dr. Celine Gounder, an infectious disease specialist and epidemiologist at the NYU School of Medicine and Bellevue Hospital, joins CBSN's Lana Zak with the latest.
Biden unveils new vaccine rules, incentives
President Biden unveiled strict new vaccination requirements for federal workers, along with new incentives for unvaccinated Americans to get their shots. Nancy Cordes reports on the latest push from the White House.
Israeli health chief on COVID-19 booster shots
Dr. Sharon Alroy-Preis, the director of Israel's Public Health Services, says officials saw evidence of "waning immunity" among those who were vaccinated earlier.
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Today on "Face the Nation," U.S. health officials say the war against COVID-19 has changed and the U.S. is back at the #1 spot of the highest number of new infections around the world.
Delta variant drives surge in COVID cases worldwide
CBS News’ Elizabeth Palmer reports that the World Health Organization says if vaccine inequity persists, the world’s poorest countries will suffer the most, with many not expecting to get the COVID-19 vaccine until 2023.
Fauci: Unvaccinated are "propagating this outbreak"
Dr. Anthony Fauci says the spread of the Delta variant has "magnified the problem," with tens of millions of Americans still unvaccinated.
Gottlieb: Vaccines still effective at preventing serious illness
Dr. Scott Gottlieb says the "original premise behind these vaccines" to reduce deaths and serious disease is "still fully intact."
Daily COVID cases now higher than this time last summer
CBS News’ Mark Strassmann reports that as COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths rise, fear is a motivating factor, with vaccination rates up 30% nationally.
Louisiana governor considers new mask mandate
Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards, a Democrat, said at a press conference Friday that he is "seriously considering" the reinstatement of a statewide face mask mandate as his state leads the country for new COVID-19 case grown per capita and is among the least vaccinated states in the nation. Watch his remarks here.
Henrietta Lacks' family sues over cells
More than 70 years after Henrietta Lacks' death, a lawsuit has been filed on her behalf about the cells that were taken without her consent. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump and the Lacks family join CBSN with more.
Delta variant as contagious as chickenpox
A recently leaked report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says the Delta variant is as contagious as chickenpox, reports CBS News' Skyler Henry. Dr. Julie Morita from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation talks with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about what these new developments mean for Americans.
Delta variant more contagious than common cold: CDC
New COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations are slightly higher than they were a year ago, in the summer of 2020. And about 35,000 vaccinated people per week are coming down with what's called breakthrough infections, the CDC says. Charlie De Mar has the details.
CDC warns "war has changed" against Delta variant
CBS News Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jon Lapook, who speaks regularly with CDC Director Rochelle Wallensky and other top health officials, joins Norah O'Donnell to breakdown the CDC's new data.
England ends quarantine for vaccinated Americans
New COVID-19 cases are falling across the United Kingdom as nearly 70% of the population is now at least partially vaccinated. Elizabeth Palmer has the details.
New vaccine requirement for federal workers
President Biden announced federal workers must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or wear masks and get regular testing. Meanwhile, the nationwide ban on evictions expires Saturday, which could force millions of families from their homes as the Delta variant continues to spread across the country. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to discuss.
CDC says "the war has changed" in document about COVID vaccines, Delta variant
Data in the document underscores the danger posed by the mutant strain of the virus first spotted in India
Biden requiring federal workers to prove vaccination status or face new rules
The Biden administration unveiled new measures Thursday to encourage more Americans to get vaccinated against COVID-19. Federal workers and contractors will need to show proof of their vaccination status, or be required to get regular tests and adhere to several other safety protocols. CBS News' Weijia Jiang joins CBSN's Lana Zak with more on the new incentives.
Delta variant fuels rising COVID cases in children
Florida and Texas lead the nation with the highest percentage of new coronavirus cases. Louisiana isn't far behind, and nearly every hospital there has canceled or postponed surgeries and other non-emergency care. The state is also seeing an alarming spike in cases among children. David Begnaud reports.
Senator on misinformation and immigration
New Mexico Senator Ben Ray Luján co-sponsored legislation that aims to hold social media companies accountable for allowing misinformation about COVID-19 and vaccines on their platforms. He's also one of 11 Democratic lawmakers meeting with President Biden on Thursday to discuss the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals immigration program known as DACA. The first-term senator spoke with CBSN's Tanya Rivero about what he's working on in Washington.
Italy adds restrictions for unvaccinated
Across Europe, countries are placing more restrictions on people who choose to not get vaccinated. The measures have been met with some protests but there's also been a surge in people looking to get their shot. Chris Livesay reports.
Biden to announce federal vaccine requirement
President Biden is set to announce that federal workers across the country must either get vaccinated or undergo regular testing. The announcement comes as private companies are beginning to implement their own vaccine requirements for employees coming back to work. Nancy Cordes reports.
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U.S. launches more Iran strikes as threats to oil trade deepen
President Trump threatened to bomb an Iranian bridge or power plant for every ship attacked in the Strait of Hormuz, as one shipping insider says "nothing is going through."
House GOP advances $95B plan to fund Iran war and SAVE America Act
House Republicans adopted a budget resolution that kickstarts the party-line reconciliation process. It now heads to the Senate, where it'll face an uphill battle.
Secret Service warns of high threat levels before White House Correspondents' Dinner
Secret Service officials warned nationwide threats have reached an unprecedented level since January, nearly 40% higher than during the same period last year.
Nolan Wells' cause of death undetermined, family's autopsy shows
Nolan Wells, 18, was found dead just off Horn Island in Mississippi after enjoying a day out with friends on July 4.
House passes bill to limit stock purchases by members of Congress
The Stop Insider Trading Act would prohibit members of Congress, their spouses and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks.
Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall on Gulf Coast. See its path.
Tropical Storm Bertha is the second named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.
Council handpicked by Trump to gut review process of historic-preservation projects
The Advisory Council for Historic Preservation, whose members were mostly handpicked by President Trump, is poised to end mandatory state review and public comment on projects affecting historical properties.
DOJ sues over immersion water heaters that can burst into flames
The Justice Department is trying to force the two Chinese companies to recall immersion water heaters used for bathtubs and pools.
Lung cancer in nonsmokers: "A women's health crisis"
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in American women — and a growing share of new cases are in women who've never smoked.
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Secret Service warns of high threat levels before White House Correspondents' Dinner
Secret Service officials warned nationwide threats have reached an unprecedented level since January, nearly 40% higher than during the same period last year.
Council handpicked by Trump to gut review process of historic-preservation projects
The Advisory Council for Historic Preservation, whose members were mostly handpicked by President Trump, is poised to end mandatory state review and public comment on projects affecting historical properties.
First beluga whales from Marineland arrive in Texas as rescue underway
Two beluga whales settled into their new home at SeaWorld San Antonio this week following an international relocation mission from shuttered Canadian theme park Marineland.
House GOP advances $95 billion plan to fund Iran war and SAVE America Act
House Republicans adopted a budget resolution that kickstarts the party-line reconciliation process. It now heads to the Senate, where it'll face an uphill battle.
House passes bill to limit stock purchases by members of Congress
The Stop Insider Trading Act would prohibit members of Congress, their spouses and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks.
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House passes bill to limit stock purchases by members of Congress
The Stop Insider Trading Act would prohibit members of Congress, their spouses and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks.
ChatGPT's medical advice nearly killed a man, lawsuit claims
The case accuses OpenAI of practicing medicine without a license and failing to safeguard users seeking health advice.
What Trump's generic drug tariffs could mean, according to experts
Health policy experts say higher import duties could increase costs and strain supplies while offering no guarantee manufacturers will shift production to the U.S.
"Nothing is going through" the Strait of Hormuz, shipping insider says
Despite U.S. assertions, the CEO of a maritime risk firm says "there is no guarantee of safe passage" through the Strait of Hormuz.
Kalshi debuts a midterm election hub to predict race outcomes
The site claims its hub will provide accurate insights into election outcomes based on traders' bets.
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Mayor who survived assassination attempt shot dead in town hall
Mayor Valentin Lavin, who was allied to President Claudia Sheinbaum's leftist party, had already survived an armed attack in January, according to local media reports.
Secret Service warns of high threat levels before White House Correspondents' Dinner
Secret Service officials warned nationwide threats have reached an unprecedented level since January, nearly 40% higher than during the same period last year.
Council handpicked by Trump to gut review process of historic-preservation projects
The Advisory Council for Historic Preservation, whose members were mostly handpicked by President Trump, is poised to end mandatory state review and public comment on projects affecting historical properties.
House GOP advances $95 billion plan to fund Iran war and SAVE America Act
House Republicans adopted a budget resolution that kickstarts the party-line reconciliation process. It now heads to the Senate, where it'll face an uphill battle.
House passes bill to limit stock purchases by members of Congress
The Stop Insider Trading Act would prohibit members of Congress, their spouses and dependent children from purchasing publicly traded stocks.
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ChatGPT's medical advice nearly killed a man, lawsuit claims
The case accuses OpenAI of practicing medicine without a license and failing to safeguard users seeking health advice.
What Trump's generic drug tariffs could mean, according to experts
Health policy experts say higher import duties could increase costs and strain supplies while offering no guarantee manufacturers will shift production to the U.S.
FDA recalls antihistamine tablets. Here are the affected products.
A generic version of the allergy medication Zyrtec is under recall across the U.S. over cross-contamination concerns.
Lung cancer in nonsmokers: "A women's health crisis"
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in American women — and a growing share of new cases are in women who've never smoked.
Agency set to sweep up medical data says some identifying info will be removed
The Office of Personnel Management said it will "pseudonymize" medical records it collects on more than 8 million people — federal workers and retirees, and their family members.
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Mayor who survived assassination attempt shot dead in town hall
Mayor Valentin Lavin, who was allied to President Claudia Sheinbaum's leftist party, had already survived an armed attack in January, according to local media reports.
First beluga whales from Marineland arrive in Texas as rescue underway
Two beluga whales settled into their new home at SeaWorld San Antonio this week following an international relocation mission from shuttered Canadian theme park Marineland.
5,700 more deaths than usual recorded in France during heat wave
France experienced at least 5,700 more deaths than usual during a historic heat wave last month, according to the public health agency.
"Nothing is going through" the Strait of Hormuz, shipping insider says
Despite U.S. assertions, the CEO of a maritime risk firm says "there is no guarantee of safe passage" through the Strait of Hormuz.
U.S. and Saudi Arabia sign nuclear cooperation deal
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia signed a deal for U.S. companies to run nuclear power on Saudi soil, the U.S. Department of Energy announced Wednesday.
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Luke Bracey on "Little House on the Prairie"
Luke Bracey tells "CBS Mornings" the new "Little House on the Prairie" series was adapted from the books rather than a reboot of the TV show. He explains why he thinks it resonates with people today and how a playlist helped him and a co-star bond over their characters.
Anson Mount previews new "Star Trek" season
Anson Mount previews the fourth season of "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds." He talks about his introduction to "Star Trek" and why he thinks it's the best season yet.
Tenisha Warner, widow of Malcolm-Jamal Warner, opens up about being a single mom
Tenisha Warner sat down for an exclusive interview with "CBS Mornings" before a lawsuit over her late husband's estate became public, and discussed her grief and raising her daughter alone.
Inside the cameras used for "The Odyssey"
Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" has made history as the first feature-length film shot entirely on 70mm IMAX cameras. Jay Holben, technical editor for the American Cinematographer, joins CBS News to discuss.
Kaylee Hottle, actress in "Godzilla vs. Kong," dies at 18 in car crash
Kaylee Hottle, an Atlanta-born actress known for her role in the "Godzilla" film franchise, has died following a crash in Maryland.
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Machine learning professor on OpenAI attack
OpenAI, the developer behind ChatGPT, says one of its artificial intelligence models went rogue and hacked another AI company. Neil Lawrence, professor of machine learning at the University of Cambridge, joins to assess the claim.
New tech could help millions of paralyzed people
New findings identified a technology that could restore movement and sensation for millions of paralyzed people living with spinal cord injuries. Bradley Blackburn has the story.
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.
OpenAI says new model hacked on its own
OpenAI says its new artificial intelligence model hacked another company on its own in what the company called "an unprecedented cyber incident." Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins CBS News to discuss.
France becomes first EU country to ban social media for kids under 15
As lawmakers approve a social media ban on kids and phones in high schools, Macron says France is "leading the way in Europe when it comes to protecting our children."
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Wildfire smoke continues to shroud U.S.
Millions of people are enduring dangerous air quality as Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds the skies. Jonathan Overpeck, dean of the School for Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan, explains how climate change is worsening wildfires.
How AI data centers impact the environment
New York has become the first state to impose a temporary moratorium on data center development while state lawmakers lay the groundwork to assess environmental and social impacts. Dr. Mike Weinstein, the director of sustainability at Southern New Hampshire University, explains what we know about the wider environmental impact data centers.
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.
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Details from Nolan Wells' independent autopsy
An independent autopsy for Nolan Wells, the Mississippi teen who was found dead after a July Fourth boat party, has been released. Skyler Henry reports.
Hearing begins for singer D4vd
A multi-day hearing began Tuesday in Los Angeles where the singer known as D4vd is facing murder and other felony charges in the death of a teenage girl. CBS News' Gwen Baumgardner and Jessica Levinson have the latest.
Timeline of NYC federal building explosion
A veteran was arrested for allegedly setting off fireworks and starting a fire in front of a Manhattan building that houses several federal offices, including ICE, the FBI says. CBS News' Anna Schecter shares more details.
Cocaine worth $285 million found hidden in banana shipment
Some 1,700 pounds of cocaine was concealed in a refrigerated container from Ecuador among dozens of pallets of bananas, police said.
Tourists stabbed near Acropolis in Athens
Two Greek American tourists were stabbed near the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, police said. CBS News' Anna Coren has more.
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Meteorite that hit home contains "alien world chemistry," experts say
When scientists examined the preserved fragments of a meteorite that crashed in 2024, they found brine-like fluids and key molecules.
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.
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Notable Deaths in 2026
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Photos show celebrations at Obama Presidential Center
The Obama Presidential Center, museum and library opens in Chicago with a star-studded grand opening ceremony and public watch party on Midway Plaisance.
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.
Evidence in the Barbara Kendhammer case
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Timeline: The disappearance of George Smith
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
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Ken Salazar on U.S.-Mexico relations
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has accused Ken Salazar, who served as both a senator and the U.S. ambassador to Mexico, of lying about the 2024 capture of Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada. Salazar, who writes about the issue in his new book, "Borderlands," joins "The Takeout" with his response.
Machine learning professor on OpenAI attack
OpenAI, the developer behind ChatGPT, says one of its artificial intelligence models went rogue and hacked another AI company. Neil Lawrence, professor of machine learning at the University of Cambridge, joins to assess the claim.
Raffensperger on DHS noncitizen voting claims
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill said on Tuesday that, three years ago, a computer glitch resulted in some 6,600 noncitizens being registered to vote in the state. Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger joins to discuss.
U.S. officially announces Saudi nuclear deal
The Trump administration announced a landmark agreement with Saudi Arabia on Wednesday that allows the Middle Eastern country to develop a civilian nuclear program on its soil. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has the details.
Sneak peek at new toys for holiday season
While the holiday season is still months away, it's already prime time for the toy industry. Bradley Blackburn got a look at some of the new items that could be on kids' lists in December.