Delta fuels need for COVID-19 boosters & tests
The Delta variant is fueling the need for COVID-19 booster shots and more regular testing. Dr. Tara Narula explains the data behind the new policy.
Vaccine
Decision over Johnson & Johnson boosters could take weeks
Both the drug maker and an NIH trial could have results for recipients of the single-shot vaccine soon.
Mark Zuckerberg on vaccine misinformation
In an exclusive interview, Mark Zuckerberg speaks to Gayle King about Facebook's efforts to stop the spread of vaccine misinformation on the platform.
Biden unveils COVID-19 booster shot plan
President Biden is calling on Americans to boost their protection against COVID-19 with another dose of the vaccine. The booster shots are recommended for those who received the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine and may be available as soon as next month. Weijia Jiang reports.
Study: Vaccines don't lower viral load in Delta breakthrough cases
Oxford research indicates people who catch the Delta variant despite vaccination may pose a significant infection risk, even though they're unlikely to get seriously ill.
Biden unveils plan for COVID vaccine booster shots
The Biden administration is recommending COVID booster shots for Americans who have been vaccinated in order to help fight the Delta variant. David Begnaud has more details.
Report finds spike in sale of fake vaccination cards
A new report found the Delta variant is causing a massive increase in the sale of fake COVID-19 vaccination cards. The lowered prices and rise in false advertisements is also making the documents more accessible globally. CBS News technology reporter Dan Patterson joined CBSN's Lana Zak to break it all down.
Americans to get COVID vaccine boosters
The federal government is planning to roll out boosters for Americans who got the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccines starting the week of September 20. The move raises some ethical concerns since many nations are still far behind on first doses. Arthur Caplan, a bioethics professor at New York University, joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero to discuss.
Mark Zuckerberg on Facebook vaccine misinformation
In an exclusive interview, Gayle King asked Facebook CEO & Co-founder Mark Zuckerberg about how many people have seen false information about COVID & the vaccine on his platform.
U.S. to recommend COVID vaccine boosters after 8 months
Officials expect that a booster will also be needed for the one-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
COVID-19 symptoms and the Delta variant
U.S. scientists are investigating whether fully vaccinated people are experiencing different symptoms with the Delta variant than with prior variants.
Feds seize thousands of fake COVID vaccine cards
As more businesses and universities require COVID vaccinations, federal investigators are cracking down on fake vaccine cards. Jeff Pegues reports.
COVID-19 booster shots expected soon
CBS News has learned the Biden administration will recommend Americans who received the Moderna or Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine get booster shots eight months after their second dose. CBS News' Bradley Blackburn joins CBSN AM with more on the plan why they are not yet recommending boosters for the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
Pharmacist accused of selling COVID vaccination cards on eBay
If convicted, Tangtang Zhao could face 120 years in prison.
Falcons say they're first NFL team to be 100% vaccinated
Just weeks before the start of the NFL season, the Falcons are the first and only team with a 100% vaccination rate.
Unvaccinated COVID patients share regrets
In Louisiana, where COVID hospitalizations are at an all-time high, patients say they're sorry they did not get vaccinated. Meanwhile, a doctor tells CBS News’ David Begnaud he's facing two pandemics, COVID-19 and misinformation.
New Zealand locks down over single new case of coronavirus
First domestic COVID case in months draws drastic action from a government determined to "get on top of it" as fast as it did the first time.
Who will need a COVID booster shot?
Dr. Amesh Adalja joins "CBS This Morning: Saturday" to discuss who will be eligible for a COVID-19 booster shot and what the timetable is looking like for a COVID vaccine for younger children.
Staff vaccinations lag in many nursing homes
Some nursing homes are starting to require COVID-19 vaccinations among staff members, as employee infection rates begin to out-pace those among residents in many facilities. Manuel Bojorquez reports.
Coronavirus deaths have spiked in the past month
Of patients who are hospitalized with COVID-19, 90% are unvaccinated and ICUs are maxed out across the country. Lilia Luciano has the story.
California's vaccinated frustrated with unvaccinated
According to a CBS News poll, people in California overwhelmingly say the state's recent rise in COVID-19 cases was preventable if more people had gotten vaccinated and taken more precautions. CBS news elections and surveys director Anthony Salvanto joined CBSN to discuss the recent polling.
Scalise: Biden administration to blame for "epic failure" in Afghanistan
Representative Steve Scalise, the House Republican whip, says the situation in Kabul is "President Biden's Saigon moment."
Face the Nation: Martin, Hochul, Osgood
Missed the second half of the show? The latest on the Taliban's advance in Afghanistan, incoming New York Governor Kathy Hochul, and a mask mandate in Broward County schools.
Fauci says COVID-19 surges "entirely preventable"
Dr. Anthony Fauci says recent COVID-19 outbreaks in states like Mississippi and Louisiana are "entirely predictable, and yet on the other hand, entirely preventable."
COVID-19 hospitalizations skyrocket across U.S.
CBS News’ Mark Strassmann reports from Georgia, where 88% of ICU beds are in use and COVID-19 hospitalizations continue to rise.
Live
Senate shutdown talks continue as airports brace for flight cuts
The government shutdown is now on Day 37 as coming cuts to thousands of flights add to pressure on lawmakers to resolve the standoff. Follow live updates here.
Nancy Pelosi, former House speaker, to retire from Congress after this term
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced Thursday she will not seek reelection and will retire from Congress at the end of her term.
These 40 airports could be impacted by FAA's capacity cuts and flight cancellations
The FAA's plan to slash airline capacity due to the government shutdown could hit some of the nation's busiest airports, including in Atlanta, Dallas, New York City and Los Angeles, according to a proposed list obtained by CBS News.
Trump to announce deal to lower weight loss drug prices in some cases
The deal, with Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk officials, is expected to lower the price of obesity drugs to $149 per month in certain cases, sources said.
Exclusive
Apple blasts EU over competition laws, warning they make "fraud and scams" more likely
Apple called out European officials in a heated letter shared with CBS News, arguing regulations that force it to accommodate smaller rivals have harmed user safety — after President Trump threatened tariffs on countries with hardline tech rules.
American dad and son die after being stung by swarm of wasps in Laos
Dan Owen and his son Cooper were attacked by the insects at the Green Jungle Park, as they were descending from a tree at the end of the zip line.
Senate to vote on war powers resolution aimed at blocking Venezuela strikes
Senators will take up a war powers resolution on Thursday aimed at blocking President Trump from conducting strikes against Venezuela.
Oklahoma board recommends clemency for inmate set to be executed
Members of the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board decided in a 3-2 vote on Wednesday to recommend that the governor grant clemency to death row inmate Tremane Wood.
Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland is dead at 24
"It is with extreme sadness that the Dallas Cowboys share that Marshawn Kneeland tragically passed away this morning," the team said.