Five astronauts, including four who launched Sunday aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon “Resilience,” held a news conference Thursday from the International Space Station about how their mission is going. Watch their remarks from NASA TV. Source

Dr. Rachel Levine announced targeted efforts earlier this week​ to stem a surge in COVID-19 cases. Source

President-elect Joe Biden is forging ahead with the White House transition process despite lack of cooperation from the Trump administration. Mr. Biden is also weighing his options for filling his Cabinet, including possible roles for his former primary rivals Sen. Bernie Sanders and Pete Buttigieg. CBS News political correspondent Ed O’Keefe joins CBSN with new details. Source

Thailand’s prime minister is promising to crack down on anti-government protesters who have been demonstrating for months. BBC News Southeast Asia Correspondent Jonathan Head joined “CBSN AM” from Bangkok to discuss. Source

Programs intended to help people who have lost their jobs are set to expire unless Congress reaches a deal. Source

Top global health agency official in Europe says if 95% of people wore masks, lockdowns “would not be needed,” as he reiterates stance against closing schools. Source

The Titans face the Ravens on Sunday in Baltimore. Let’s take a quick look at the Ravens… Source

Smith released their third studio album, “Love Goes,” in October. Source

Four-time Grammy winner Sam Smith is back with an emotional and uplifting third studio album, “Love Goes,” which delves into Smith’s mental health, heartbreak and journey to self-discovery and love. Smith tells Anthony Mason about learning to embrace their non-binary gender identity, facing ridicule and bullies, and the courage it took to come out. Source

Recent studies are finding that teachers may be burning out due to circumstances brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. A recent study found 66% of teachers in Illinois say they are more burned out than usual. In New York, a citywide public school shutdown order is forcing teachers to change their routine again. Janet Shamlian reports. Source