11/15/2020: The 44th President, TikTok
Barack Obama on his book, President Trump, George Floyd, the divisions in the country, and more; And, is TikTok a harmless app or a threat to U.S. security?
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1/31/2021: Left Behind, The Biodata Race, DNA For Sale
Families remember loved ones lost to COVID-19; Then, How China is racing to collect Americans’ DNA; And, The big money market for your DNA.
This panda and his human foster dad take selfies at a zoo in China
This panda and his human foster dad take selfies at a zoo in China, even hugging and kissing for the camera. CBSN's Meg Oliver has more.
Donald Trump sure likes to talk about China, but the Chinese don't seem to care much for what he's saying
Donald Trump sure likes to talk about China, but the Chinese don't seem to care much for what he's saying. China's "Global Times" called the businessman a "racist" and joined the list of people who have compared him to Hitler. Seth Doane took to the streets of Beijing to get the local opinion on the Republican presidential front-runner.
Beijing is moving aggressively to reduce its infamous smog
The government of China’s capital, Beijing, is moving aggressively to reduce its infamous smog. Dangerous pollution has plagued the city of almost $22 million for years. Beijing officials recently announced a series of measures, including new subway lines, dedicated roads for buses and more bike lanes. Seth Doane reports on how new bike share programs are being used to help improve the environment, health and congestion.
Intel officials call China "unparalleled priority" among world threats
Top U.S. intelligence and law enforcement officials testified before the Senate about worldwide threats facing the nation.
Climate envoy John Kerry has talks in China
U.S. climate envoy John Kerry arrived in Shanghai Wednesday to discuss climate change with his Chinese counterpart. China is the world's leading emitter of carbon, followed by the U.S. CBSN contributor Isaac Stone Fish joins CBSN's Lana Zak to discuss.
Officials: China and Russia pose greatest threat to U.S.
The Senate Intelligence Committee held a public hearing Wednesday to discuss the dangers facing the United States from around the globe. Officials said China and Russia present the most serious risk of undermining the nation. CBS News intelligence and national security reporter Olivia Gazis joins CBSN's "Red & Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on the hearing and what officials said about how the U.S. troop drawdown in Afghanistan will impact terror threats.
In one province, the government has systematically removed crosses from churches
China is facing accusations of cracking down on the religious freedom of Christians. In one province, the government has systematically removed crosses from churches. Last month, a protestant pastor was sentenced to 14 years in prison, convicted of financial crimes, but also for illegally gathering people to disturb social order. Seth Doane reports from Beijing.
The Dow dropped 109 points amid concerns that China’s economic slowdown will drag on the rest of the world’s economies
The Dow dropped 109 points amid concerns that China’s economic slowdown will drag on the rest of the world’s economies. Seth Doane is in Beijing, where six million jobs are reported to be in jeopardy over the next three years.
China announced the smallest increase in military spending in six years at the annual meeting of China's ceremonial legislature, the National People's Congress
China announced the smallest increase in military spending in six years at the annual meeting of China's ceremonial legislature, the National People's Congress. Almost 3,000 delegates are gathering in Beijing for this annual meeting of China's nominal, rubber-stamp legislature. As Seth Doane reports, it may be a fair-share of pageantry, but it is high profile and carefully choreographed.
Caught on camera: A small toddler falls out of a moving van on a busy highway in China
Caught on camera: A small toddler falls out of a moving van on a busy highway in China. CBSN's Vladimir Duthiers and Julianna Goldman have more.
Meet the "Monkeydactyl" — a newly discovered ancient dinosaur
The discovery marks the earliest known record of a true opposed thumb in Earth's history.
Ailing Yahoo forms committee to review "strategic alternatives"; and Volvo plans cars that open and are started with an app
Ailing Yahoo forms committee to review "strategic alternatives"; and Volvo plans cars that open and are started with an app
In an interview with CBS News' Charlie Rose, Secretary of Defense Ash Carter said that Russia's involvement in the Syrian war was causing problems
In an interview with CBS News' Charlie Rose, Secretary of Defense Ash Carter said that Russia's involvement in the Syrian war was causing problems. Rose also asked about U.S. relations with China. Rose joined CBSN to discuss his conversation with Carter.
Defense Secretary Ash Carter is raising new concerns about China
Defense Secretary Ash Carter is raising new concerns about China. He spoke to “CBS This Morning” co-host Charlie Rose about the growth of Chinese military capabilities and whether the United States could be drawn into a conflict.
The U.S. reports at least 66 infections in 17 states and Washington D.C.
More states are facing the threat of the mosquito-borne Zika virus. The U.S. reports at least 66 infections in 17 states and Washington D.C. Health officials in five states confirmed their first cases Tuesday. Dr. Tara Narula joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the growing threat.
Donald Trump says he agrees with Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders on trade. The GOP front-runner says both he and Sanders are frustrated by competition with China. “The difference is I'll make great trade deals,” he said.
Donald Trump says he agrees with Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders on trade. The GOP front-runner says both he and Sanders are frustrated by competition with China. “The difference is I'll make great trade deals,” he said. “He is incapable of doing that.”
WHO urges halt to sale of live wild animals in markets
U.N. health agency's call, citing risk of infectious diseases like COVID-19 spreading from animals to humans, is just the latest pressure on "wet markets."
Rick Rieder of investment firm BlackRock told CBS News in Davos, Switzerland,
Rick Rieder of investment firm BlackRock told CBS News in Davos, Switzerland, that the Federal Reserve is in an unusually tricky spot with little room to maneuver as a slowing economy in the United States potentially derails the central bank's plan to raise interest rates.
Bill McDermott explains why he remains optimistic about the global economy despite uncertainty and China’s falling market
Bill McDermott, CEO of SAP, a company that has more than 296,000 customers in 190 countries, explains why he remains optimistic about the global economy despite uncertainty and China’s falling market.
WorldView: Power failure at Iran nuclear plant
Officials in Iran say a uranium enrichment plant was the target of nuclear terrorism on Sunday. Turkey is calling for Ukraine and Russia to find peace amid growing fear of war. A top official in China said the country's COVID vaccines don't have very high efficacy rates and Britain is still mourning the loss of the Duke of Edinburgh. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins CBSN AM from London with more.
Chinese markets shut down after a massive sell-off, oil prices are at a 12-year low, Macy's is cutting up to 4,500 jobs and more
Chinese markets shut down after a massive sell-off, oil prices are at a 12-year low, Macy's is cutting up to 4,500 jobs and more. CBS News Moneywatch's Jill Wagner has today's CBSN business headlines.
Markets in the United States react to the massive sell-off that prompted closures of Chinese markets
Markets in the United States react to the massive sell-off that prompted closures of Chinese markets. Belpointe Asset Management Chief Strategist David Nelson joins CBSN with analysis.
Financial markets around the world are in turmoil, after another massive selloff in China
Financial markets around the world are in turmoil, after another massive selloff in China. The Shanghai Composite Index slid almost 250 points, more than seven percent. Officials froze the market after only 29 minutes. It was the shortest day of trading in its 25-year history. Stocks also fell in Japan, Britain and Germany, and futures trading predicts heavy losses on Wall Street. CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the impact.
House passes GOP funding bill, teeing up shutdown fight in Senate
The House on Friday passed a Republican measure to keep the government funded until Nov. 21, teeing up a fight in the Senate.
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Watch Live: CDC's vaccine advisory panel to vote on COVID-19 vaccine
The CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices, with members appointed by RFK Jr., is meeting to discuss and vote on COVID-19 vaccine recommendations.
Trump's plan to label antifa a "terrorist organization" likely to face legal hurdles
Legal experts say Trump lacks authority to designate domestic terrorist organizations, but the planned move could still affect some law enforcement approaches.
Macron: Recognition of Palestinian state necessary to combat Hamas
Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized France's decision to recognize a Palestinian state, calling it "reckless" — French President Emmanuel Macron told CBS News the response was "excessive."
Late-night hosts skewer Jimmy Kimmel suspension with humor and solidarity
Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert and Jimmy Fallon opened their late-night shows using a mix of humor, song and expressions of solidarity with suspended ABC host Jimmy Kimmel.
U.K. spy chief says Putin "stringing us along" on Ukraine war
The outgoing head of Britain's MI6 spy agency says Russia's Vladimir Putin is "stringing us along," with no interest in a Ukraine peace deal.
Texas A&M president resigning following political backlash over classroom video
In a video that captures the encounter, a student confronts a professor over class curriculum surrounding gender identity.
Authorities think remains are Travis Decker, accused of killing his 3 daughters
Authorities had been searching for Travis Decker since May 30, when he didn't return his three daughters to their mother's home in Wenatchee, Washington.
18-year-old shot by ATF agent outside Pittsburgh dies at hospital
A Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives agent shot a person in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, the city's mayor said.