Year of the ox
The Lunar New Year is China's biggest holiday. But this year, many families will be holding virtual celebrations in compliance with government travel regulations meant to curb the spread of COVID-19. Ramy Inocencio reports.
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Chinese forced to grapple with a Lunar New Year COVID conundrum
The Year of the Ox is off to a difficult start for millions of Chinese, forced to decide if it's worth the added coronavirus risk to see their loved ones for a cherished holiday.
U.S. could have enough vaccine for 300 million by end of July
President Biden on Thursday announced the steps his administration is taking to secure additional doses of the coronavirus vaccine. The president said the United States will have enough vaccine doses for 300 million people by the end of July. CBSN political contributor and Associated Press White House reporter Zeke Miller joins "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with the latest.
Biden speaks with Chinese President Xi Jinping
Mr. Biden told CBS News last week he has spent more time with Xi than "any other world leader has."
Biden announces creation of Defense Department China task force
He made the announcement during his first visit to the Pentagon since becoming commander-in-chief.
Turkey accused of selling out Uighurs
The Associated Press detailed allegations Turkish lawmakers are making against the country's government of selling out Uighurs, a Muslim minority group, in exchange for vaccines from China, which has been cracking down on the group within its borders. One of the authors of that article Dake Kang joined CBSN AM to talk about the accusations and the vaccine.
China's Mars probe enters orbit around red planet
China's orbiter will send a small rover to the surface of Mars in May.
UAE's Hope spacecraft is first of 3 to reach Mars this month
UAE's Hope will be followed by China's Tianwen-1 and NASA's Perseverance rover.
WHO team in Wuhan says "extremely unlikely" COVID-19 came from a lab
Of all the possible origins of the coronavirus, international team says it leaking from a lab is the least likely, to the extent that it merits no further investigation.
China arrests Australian TV anchor on spying allegations
The charges are highly unusual for an employee of a media outlet tightly controlled by China's ruling Communist Party.
Biden: U.S. won't lift sanctions until Iran halts uranium enrichment
In his first network news interview since the inauguration, the president discusses relations with Iran and China.
Woman jailed for Wuhan COVID reports could be "tortured," lawyer says
Zhang Zhan's lawyer tells CBS News the citizen journalist has no hope for justice, and he fears for her health as she's out of touch and on a hunger strike.
Biden: "America is back" in foreign policy
President Biden delivered a foreign policy address at the State Department, focusing on the importance of strengthening America's alliances after "the past few years of neglect." He called out Russia for jailing opposition leader Alexey Navalny, condemned the coup in Myanmar, and spoke about the challenges posed by China. Watch his full speech, followed by analysis from CBS News senior White House and political correspondent Ed O'Keefe.
Turkey banking on a Chinese vaccine in its battle against COVID-19
Mixed trial results have left doubt over the efficacy of China's "CoronaVac" vaccine, but while Turks have low trust, they also have no options.
Turkey's COVID fight relying on Chinese vaccine
Turkey has launched its mass-vaccination drive, focusing first on health workers, but as CBS News producer Pinar Sevinclidir reports, confidence in the only vaccine available in the country, a Chinese product, is low after mixed trial results.
Documentary reveals "China's Covid Secrets"
A new PBS Frontline documentary, "China's Covid Secrets," examines 54 days from the first symptomatic coronavirus case reported in Wuhan, China to the city's first lockdown, and the extraordinary measures government officials took to keep the rest of the world in the dark. Documentary filmmaker Jane McMullen joins CBSN's "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano with more on the experience of gathering interviews and facts for the film despite the country's tight control on information.
ICYMI: A look back at Sunday's 60 Minutes
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.
China is trying to collect Americans' DNA
U.S. intelligence officials tell CBS News that China is trying to collect Americans' DNA in hopes of controlling the future of health care. "60 Minutes" correspondent Jon Wertheim joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss why China's push to collect medical data threatens America's national security. Also, he explains the potential risks of at-home DNA tests.
The risks and rewards of at-home genealogy testing
A 60 Minutes investigation examines the value of DNA data.
What happens after you spit in the tube?
A 60 Minutes investigation reveals the potential value of DNA saliva samples.
China's push to control Americans' health care future
U.S. officials say the Chinese government is trying to collect Americans' DNA, and they believe a recent offer from a Chinese company for assistance in COVID-19 testing was suspicious. Jon Wertheim reports.
How COVID-19 has changed Wuhan, 1 year later
CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio reports from ground zero of the coronavirus and how residents of Wuhan, China, have changed.
WHO investigators search for COVID-19 clues in Wuhan
World Health Organization investigators are continuing to survey crucial sites in Wuhan, China for clues into the origin of COVID-19. The investigation comes amid lingering skepticism over China's transparency regarding COVID-19. Ramy Inocencio has more.
Novavax vaccine, China-Taiwan & more headlines
Novavax has announced that its coronavirus vaccine is nearly 90% effective and also works against the more contagious variant discovered in the U.K. And China has warned Taiwan that any move towards independence will mean war. CBS News' Ian Lee joins Anne-Marie Green on "CBSN AM" with those and other headlines from around the world.
China lashes out over U.K. plan to give Hong Kongers an escape route
Beijing says Britain's plan to give Hong Kong residents a legal, easy path to citizenship, "infringes on China's sovereignty."
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ICE threatens lawsuits if Democratic states don't hold migrants
The Department of Homeland Security is escalating its clash with so-called sanctuary states, warning multiple states they could face legal action, CBS News has learned.
Cyberattack disrupts systems, causes delays at major European airports
A cyberattack targeting check-in and boarding systems has disrupted air traffic at several major European airports.
Vermont drought is hitting dairy farmers hard as they turn to costly measures
An ongoing drought in Vermont is depleting feed crops, causing problems for dairy farmers who have been pushed to adapt and take costly measures to care for their cattle.
Ukrainian officials say 3 dead, dozens wounded in Russian attack
Russia has launched a large-scale missile and drone attack across Ukraine, killing at least three people and wounding dozens more.
Trump unveils "Gold Card" fast-track visas for $1 million
President Trump's "Gold Card" program will be rolled out in the coming weeks, allowing the world's wealthy to apply for fast-track visas — if they pay $1 million or more.
Trump says U.S. military has struck another alleged drug boat, killing 3
President Trump said Friday the U.S. military has carried out another "lethal kinetic strike" on a boat accused of carrying drugs.
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Who's paying for the White House ballroom and what's in it for them
President Trump has so far raised $200 million for a new White House ballroom from some of the nation's biggest companies.
American WWII bomb found buried in Hong Kong, thousands evacuated
Thousands of people were evacuated from their homes after a 1,000-pound bomb was discovered by construction workers on the west side of Hong Kong island.
Voting kicks off in Virginia governor's race — as Trump policies take center-stage
Early in-person voting began Friday in Virginia's gubernatorial election, with Democrat Abigail Spanberger and Republican Winsome Earle-Sears making their case to voters.