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Hurricane Laura could make landfall on Gulf Coast as a Category 3 storm; Hospital guard turned medical student strives to help others achieve their dreams
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Trump reportedly avoided paying income tax for over a decade; Brain-eating parasite found in Texas water kills 6-year-old boy
Michigan's COVID-19 hospitalizations reach record high
The total of 4,181 surpassed the previous record of 4,158, which was set seven months ago during the state's third wave.
"Good reason to be worried" as Omicron COVID variant spreads fast
But South Africa, after quickly detecting and reporting the strain, feels punished for its sound science as other nations slam the door shut.
WHO criticizes travel bans on southern African countries
While investigations continue into the Omicron variant, WHO recommends that all countries "take a risk-based and scientific approach and put in place measures which can limit its possible spread."
Merriam-Webster picks its 2021 word of the year
The U.S. dictionary of record says lookups for the word increased 1,048% this year, and it's a word that "really represents two different stories."
Full Interview: Dr. Anthony Fauci looks back on COVID-19 response
Dr. Fauci sits down with "Face the Nation" moderator Margaret Brennan for a wide-ranging discussion on the pandemic.
Omicron variant sparks global concerns
CBS News national correspondent Mark Strassmann discusses growing concerns over the Omnicron variant of the coronavirus. These concerns are coinciding with a rising number of cases in the U.S. and soaring travel numbers over the holiday season. Also, John Moore, a professor of microbiology and immunology at Weill Cornell Medical College in New York, sits down with CBSN's Lana Zak to answer pressing questions about this variant and how it could impact life in the U.S.
Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan: Clark, Fauci
Missed the second half of the show? The latest Amazon's hiring struggles amidst a nationwide labor shortage, and Dr Anthony Fauci issues a warning about a potential new coronavirus outbreak.
An in-depth look at coronavirus variants
New, mutated strains of the coronavirus are causing worry around the world as health officials race to vaccinate as many people as possible. Dr. Jon LaPook reports on why the new strains are popping up.
Gottlieb says Omicron variant "almost definitely" already in U.S.
Dr. Scott Gotlieb, the former FDA commissioner, says vaccines and boosters could provide a "backstop" against the latest variant of the coronavirus.
Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on November 28, 2021
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, Dr. Anthony Fauci sat down with Margaret Brennan
Amazon's consumer chief says hiring remains a "challenge"
Dave Clark, the CEO of Amazon Worldwide Consumer, says the company is hiring thousands of workers by offering incentives and higher wages.
Gottlieb says Omicron variant "almost definitely" already in U.S.
"We're in a much better place now than we were a year ago" with detecting cases of the Omicron variant, Gottlieb said.
Transcript: Amazon's Dave Clark on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Amazon CEO, Worldwide Consumer, Dave Clark that aired Sunday, November 28, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Dr. Scott Gottlieb on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb on Sunday, November 28, 2021.
Inflation: A crash course in the economic cycle
As the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic begin to wane, prices are up, because supply and demand are in an historically out-of-whack phase. Correspondent David Pogue (with an assist from the David Pogue Thespian Ensemble) illustrates the economic pressures that are affecting the prices of everything from oil to consumer goods.
Transcript: Dr. Anthony Fauci on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Dr. Anthony Fauci, chief medical adviser to President Biden, that aired on Sunday, November 28, 2021, on "Face the Nation."
Omicron variant prompts new restrictions
The emergence of the new Omicron COVID-19 variant has countries reimposing some restrictions to limit the spread. Travel is also being limited once again. Debora Patta has more from South Africa where the variant was first detected.
New York Islanders games postponed amid COVID-19 outbreak
Eight players on the team are currently under the NHL's COVID-19 protocol.
COVID Omicron variant fuels global concerns
Global leaders are racing to contain a potentially more dangerous new coronavirus strain that was first discovered in South Africa. On Friday, the World Health Organization officially declared the Omicron strain a "variant of concern." CBS News foreign correspondent Debra Patta has more from Johannesburg on the increased precautionary measures some countries are taking to slow the spread of the virus, then Lana Zak speaks with Dr. Sujan Gogu, a physician who is part of the founding circle of Doctors in Politics, about the dangers of the Omicron variant.
Fauci says he "would not be surprised" if new COVID variant is in U.S.
"When you have a virus like this, it almost invariably is ultimately going to go essentially all over," Fauci said.
U.K. tightens COVID rules after 2 cases of new variant reported in Britain
The health secretary said the two people are self-isolating alongside their households while contact tracing and targeted testing takes place.
New COVID-19 travel restrictions
President Biden announced Friday that he is restricting travel from eight countries in southern Africa over concerns about Omicron, a new COVID-19 variant circulating in the region. The restrictions start on Monday and apply to non-U.S. residents. Weijia Jiang reports.
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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CDC advisers discuss COVID-19 vaccine risks, spar with experts
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.
Federal judge tosses Trump's lawsuit against NYT, citing excessive length
A federal judge in Florida has thrown out President Trump's defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, citing its excessive length, but gave his attorneys a chance to refile.
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.
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.
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.
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.