Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tests positive for COVID
The announcement came in a tweet in which he urged everyone to "please get vaccinated and get boosted.″
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Biden seeks support as approval ratings fall
President Biden says he's taking his case directly to the American people after a significant decline in his approval ratings. The Biden administration is confronting labor and supply chain shortages, rising inflation, and ongoing surges of the coronavirus. CBS News chief political analyst John Dickerson joins "Red & Blue" with more.
Latest on Omicron, BA.2 and vaccines
As Omicron cases start to decline in parts of the U.S., health officials are monitoring cases of a new sub-variant called BA.2. Pfizer and Moderna are working on developing future variant-specific vaccines. Dr. Ashish Jha, dean of Brown University School of Public Health, joins Major Garrett on "Red & Blue" to discuss the latest efforts to combat the spread of COVID-19.
New COVID cases plateau nationwide
Sighs of relief echo nationwide as the number of new COVID-19 cases begin to taper off. Yet health officials renew warnings that the virus remains highly transmissible.
N.C. governor talks COVID and redistricting
The U.S. is recovering from a surge of Omicron cases in the new year. The death rate remains high despite falling cases. And Democrats and Republicans eye new seats in Congress ahead of the midterm elections. North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper joins CBS News' Lana Zak with more on how his state is handling the pandemic and his views on a state supreme court case about redistricting.
Gottlieb: Omicron immunity should be "backstop" against new variant
Dr. Scott Gottlieb says the extent of Omicron infection in the U.S. should provide strong immunity against a new variant of Omicron known as BA.2.
COVID-19 cases drop sharply over past week
CBS News' Mark Strassmann reports on the sharp decline in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations over the past week.
COVID-19 infection rates drop significantly
Although COVID-19 infections are dropping drastically across the nation, hospitals are still seeing high levels of hospitalizations and deaths. Lilia Luciano has more. Although COVID-19 infections are dropping drastically across the nation, hospitals are still seeing high levels of hospitalizations and deaths. Lilia Luciano has more.
China testing millions ahead of Winter Olympics
With the Winter Olympics starting soon and COVID-19 cases spiking, China is rapidly testing millions in preparation. Another precaution they're taking is having athletes live in tightly controlled bubbles. Ian Lee has more.
CDC: Average number of Omicron cases declines
According to the CDC, Omicron has officially peaked in the United States. But deaths and hospitalizations are still up. There is hope those numbers will soon drop. Michael George has the latest.
Mitt Romney says he tested positive for COVID-19
The 74-year-old Republican, who has been fully vaccinated and boosted, is asymptomatic.
Truckers protest Canada vaccine mandate
Truck drivers in Canada are protesting vaccine mandates on their industry with a massive convoy that may break a world record. And the U.S. Navy is trying to locate a downed fighter jet in the South China Sea. CBS News foreign correspondent Imtiaz Tyab joins "CBS News Mornings" from London with those stories and other international news.
Marvel star Evangeline Lilly rallied against COVID vaccines, mandates
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at the rally, sparking outrage for comparing vaccination requirements to the Holocaust.
United launches pilot academy to address staffing shortage
Next year, airlines expect to have a shortage of more than 12,000 pilots.
Millions can't isolate from COVID at home. Here's what experts suggest.
The CDC has modified its isolation and quarantine guidance several times since its major update last month.
National Guard to fill in for teachers
New Mexico has called on the National Guard to fill in for teachers as schools struggle with staffing shortages due to COVID-19. Kris Van Cleave takes a look.
CDC says vaccines are safe for pregnant women
A new study by the Obstetrics and Gynecology Journal show the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines do not affect fertility. The CDC has also released a number of studies showing the vaccine is safe for pregnant women. Dr. Tsion Firew, an emergency medicine doctor and assistant professor of emergency medicine at Columbia University, joins CBS News to discuss why she chose to get vaccinated while pregnant, and the science that supports that decision.
Surgeon General on next steps against COVID
U.S. health care workers are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 starting today under a federal mandate. This comes at a time when the country is experiencing the highest COVID-19 death rate in nearly a year. U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy joins CBS News' Tanya Rivero and Nikki Battiste to discuss where the U.S. stands in combatting the virus, what we know about a new variant, and the importance of mental health.
Spotify takes down Neil Young's music
Spotify has removed Neil Young's music at his request after he called out the platform for allowing Joe Rogan's podcast to spread misinformation about COVID-19. CBS News' Tanya Rivero has more.
Surgeon General on how U.S. can "get to a better place" with COVID
"While we are heading in the right direction, we are not where we want to be," Dr. Vivek Murthy told CBS News
Many stores expect to offer free N95 masks this week
For most Americans, getting their hands on the higher quality masks will require some patience.
WorldView: Missiles intercepted over Abu Dhabi
WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's battle to avoid extradition to the U.S. will go to Britain's Supreme Court after he was granted the right to appeal a lower court ruling. And the United Arab Emirates intercepted two ballistic missiles targeting Abu Dhabi. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joins "CBS News Mornings" from London with those stories and other international news.
New Mexico governor, troops volunteer to teach amid COVID surge
At least 80 members of the National Guard have volunteered to be substitute teachers after regular teachers have been sidelined due to COVID.
Where to buy face masks online after CDC updates COVID Omicron variant guidelines
From cloth masks with filters to N95 face masks, these options from Amazon, Nordstrom and more are available now
Woman is vaccinated, and "grateful," after ICU stay in pregnancy
"I would sit and count my breaths because I didn't know if I would survive the night," she said.
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Watch Live: FBI's Patel testifies at hearing in aftermath of Kirk assassination
FBI Director Kash Patel is appearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday for an annual hearing on oversight of the FBI.
Robert Redford, charismatic star and Oscar-winning director, dies at age 89
One of Hollywood's leading actors, Robert Redford starred in such movies as "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid" and "The Way We Were."
Luigi Mangione's state terrorism charges dismissed, judge rules
Luigi Mangione, accused of shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, appeared in court where his state terrorism charges were thrown out.
Charlie Kirk murder suspect appeared to confess to killing on Discord, company says
"It was me," a Discord account belonging to accused shooter Tyler Robinson appeared to state, according to a company spokesperson.
Israel's military says Gaza City ground offensive is underway
Israel's military says troops have "begun pushing into the heart of Gaza City," renewing its call for thousands of war-weary civilians to evacuate.
Trump sues New York Times for $15 billion for alleged "defamation and libel"
President Trump is suing The New York Times for $15 billion for what he says is a yearslong pattern of defamation and libel by the paper against him.
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Oracle could play key role in TikTok deal between U.S. and China, sources say
Technology company Oracle is among a consortium of firms that would enable TikTok to continue operations in the U.S. if a framework deal is finalized, sources say.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announces run for third term
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Tuesday announced his plans to seek reelection, launching a historic bid for a third consecutive term.
Smoke-dried remains found in Asia may be world's oldest mummies
Some ancient societies in Asia appear to have smoke-dried their dead, effectively mummifying them thousands of years earlier than their Egyptian counterparts, new research has found.