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CIA now says COVID most likely originated from a lab leak

The CIA now believes the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic most likely originated from a laboratory.

CBS News - 21m

China says it's "extremely unlikely" COVID pandemic came from lab leak

China says it's "extremely unlikely" that COVID-19 came from a lab, after the CIA said it believed, though with low confidence, that it did, rather than from natural transmission.

CBS News - 1h

CIA believes Covid-19 likely caused by lab leak, NBC News reports

"CIA continues to assess that both research-related and natural origin scenarios of the COVID-19 pandemic remain plausible."

CNBC - 1d

CIA now backs lab leak theory to explain origins of Covid-19

Analysis released by new director, John Ratcliffe, suggests the agency believes totality of evidence makes a lab origin. The CIA now believes the virus responsible for the coronavirus pandemic most ...

The Guardian - 21h

CIA says Covid-19 probably leaked from Chinese laboratory

US intelligence agency changes assessment of pandemic’s likely origins

Financial Times - 22h

Insurers in court battle with UK businesses over Covid furlough scheme

Judges to decide if insurance groups can deduct government funds from payouts for business interruption

Financial Times - 1d

CIA says lab leak most likely source of Covid outbreak

But the US intelligence agency cautions it has "low confidence" in this new determination.

BBC News - 1d

CIA shifts theory on COVID origin: Reports

The Central Intelligence Agency said COVID-19 likely originated from a lab leak in China in a Saturday statement, pivoting from a previously neutral stance just a few days after Director John ...

The Hill - 1d

C.I.A. Now Favors Lab Leak Theory to Explain Covid’s Origins

A new analysis that began under the Biden administration is released by the C.I.A.’s new director, John Ratcliffe, who wants the agency to get “off the sidelines” in the debate.

The New York Times - 1d

US Covid adviser Fauci has his security protection revoked by president

The former top US health official has faced death threats since leading the country's COVID-19 response.

BBC News - 2d

Trump promises to reinstate service members who objected to Covid-19 vaccine

During his second inaugural address, President Donald Trump said he would reinstate military service members who objected to Covid-19 vaccine and spoke about plans to change military training goals ...

NBC News - 6d

1/19: The Takeout: Author and historian H.W. Brands

Author and historian H.W. Brands joins "The Takeout" to talk about the spread of propaganda during World War II to gain support for American intervention, the anti-intervention movement led by ...

CBS News - Jan. 19

Almanac: January 19

"Sunday Morning" looks back at historical events on this date.

CBS News - Jan. 19

‘Creative use of punishment’: Covid-style lockdowns proposed for criminals in England and Wales

Bar Council calls for pandemic restrictions to help reintegrate non-violent offenders into society and ease pressure on overcrowded jails. Conditions similar to Covid lockdowns should be imposed on ...

The Guardian - Jan. 19

Health Secretary Defends Biden’s Covid Vaccine Mandates and Social Media Efforts

In a wide-ranging interview, Xavier Becerra, President Biden’s health secretary, defended his tenure and hinted that he might run for governor of California.

The New York Times - Jan. 18

RFK Jr reportedly sought to block Covid-19 vaccinations at height of pandemic

Trump’s pick to lead US health policy lobbied to rescind 2021 authorization and to deny any future vaccine. Robert F Kennedy Jr reportedly sought to block the historic and pioneering new Covid-19 ...

The Guardian - Jan. 18

‘We think of the body as a map’: a new approach to deciphering long Covid

People with post-infectious diseases sometimes struggle to communicate the debilitating impact of their conditions. But a new technique can help them explain visually. Post-infectious diseases such ...

The Guardian - Jan. 18

RFK Jr. petitioned FDA in 2021 to revoke authorization of all COVID vaccines

RFK Jr. petitioned the FDA in 2021 to revoke authorization of all COVID vaccines.

ABC News - Jan. 17

RFK Jr. Sought to Stop Covid Vaccinations 6 Months After Rollout

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. petitioned the F.D.A. to revoke authorization of the shots at a time when they were in high demand and considered life-saving.

The New York Times - Jan. 17

This week on "Sunday Morning" (January 19)

A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.

CBS News - Jan. 17

What to know about 'quad-demic' of COVID, flu, RSV and norovirus

The U.S. is seeing a "quad-demic" as cases of COVID-19, flu, RSV and norovirus spread at the same time. Experts said this is what you need to know.

ABC News - Jan. 17

Nebraska fan Jack Hoffman dies of cancer at 19

Jack Hoffman, the young Nebraska football fan who ran for a touchdown during the 2013 Cornhuskers' spring game and became a catalyst for pediatric brain cancer fundraising, died Wednesday after a ...

ESPN - Jan. 16

Families failed by Covid jabs tell inquiry of pain

They said there was no support after the death and harm suffered by their loved ones.

BBC News - Jan. 15

Vulnerable Americans live in the shadow of COVID-19 as most move on

People with immune system health problems continue to take precautions against COVID-19 five years into the pandemic

ABC News - Jan. 15

The week's bestselling books, Jan. 19

The Southern California Independent Bookstore Bestsellers list for Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025, including hardcover and paperback fiction and nonfiction.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 15

Moderna’s stock tumbles to post-COVID lows after revenue outlook disappoints

Moderna’s stock tumbles after a disappointing outlook for revenue and the need to accelerate its cost-cutting plan.

MarketWatch - Jan. 13

People are still refreshing their Covid wardrobes to return to the office

Shoppers took advantage of holiday discounts to snag new clothes and shoes, with many heeding employers’ ongoing calls to bring staffers back to their desks.

NBC News - Jan. 12

How to Protect Yourself from Norovirus, COVID-19, Flu and RSV

If you want to avoid seasonal sickness or treat it, here are some tips.

Inc. - Jan. 11

Attack on Chad's presidential palace leaves 19 dead

State media in Chad say an attack on the presidential palace left 18 assailants dead and six in custody, with one soldier killed and three wounded

ABC News - Jan. 9

Treasury: Covid Stimulus May Have Contributed to Inflation

Treasury secretary Janet Yellen said spending could have have contributed ‘a little bit’ to rising inflation.

Inc. - Jan. 8

Janet Yellen: Covid stimulus may have contributed 'a little bit' to inflation

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen discussed inflation, the Covid-19 pandemic, the Fed, DOGE and more in an exit interview on CNBC's "Money Movers."

CNBC - Jan. 8

Ohio's COVID-era health director becomes first Dem to file for governor

Former Ohio Department of Health Director Amy Acton announced Tuesday that she’s running for governor, becoming the first Democrat to enter the race to replace term-limited Gov. Mike DeWine (R). ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

Paxlovid may help some long COVID patients: Research

A small study published Monday found that the COVID-19 antiviral treatment Paxlovid may have use as a treatment for long COVID when administered outside of an infection. Administration of Paxlovid ...

The Hill - Jan. 6

Djokovic still has 'trauma' over Covid deportation

Novak Djokovic says he still has "trauma" when he visits Melbourne, three years after being deported because of Covid-19 rules.

BBC News - Jan. 6

Paxlovid Improved Long Covid Symptoms in Some Patients, Researchers Report

But the report, on the experiences of 13 patients, found that the drug had no benefit for some people and that some who benefited said the improvement didn’t last.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Covid surges across US after holidays amid low booster uptake

Test positivity, emergency room visits, hospitalizations and deaths are increasing as expert warns: ‘It’s still dangerous’. . Covid is once again surging across the US after an unusual relative ...

The Guardian - Jan. 3

Plane Crash in Fullerton, California, Kills 2 and Injures 19

The single-engine aircraft barreled into a manufacturing facility just moments after taking off from a nearby airport in Fullerton, Calif., on Thursday.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Trump to hold D.C. rally on Jan. 19, day before inauguration

President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn in for his second term in office on Jan. 20.

CBS News - Jan. 1

Police seek 19 people after Glasgow football chaos

The force releases images of people they want to speak to about football fan disorder in Glasgow.

BBC News - Jan. 1

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