The “Pharma Bro” had asked to be released on a three-month furlough to research a coronavirus treatment. Source
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Doctor takes coronavirus testing into her own hands
Four months after the novel coronavirus was first detected in the U.S., widespread diagnostic testing has become more widely available. But for some, testing can still be hard to find. Pediatric surgeon Dr. Ala Stanford joins CBSN to discuss her efforts to get testing to those who need it. Source
Fashion editor André Leon Talley on time at “Vogue” and working with Anna Wintour
André Leon Talley is a contributing editor at “Vogue” and formerly its creative director. Talley joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss his memoir “The Chiffon Trenches,” which details his journey from the segregated South to becoming one of the most influential men in fashion. Source
FBI links al Qaeda to Saudi shooter in deadly attack on Florida air base
The FBI and Department of Justice plan to announce they have evidence linking al Qaeda to the gunman who killed three U.S. service members. Source
Retailers are reopening but it isn’t business as usual
Major retailers are starting to reopen, but it’s not business as usual. Mireya Villarreal goes inside a newly reopened department store to show how the shopping experience is changing for customers and retailers. Source
Headspace co-founder on meditation benefits
More people are turning to meditation apps like Headspace to cope with stress during the coronavirus pandemic. Headspace is providing free mental health support for unemployed Americans. Headspace’s co-founder Andy Puddicombe joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the benefits of meditation. Source
Moderna announces positive Phase 1 trial data for coronavirus vaccine
The biotech firm Moderna Therapeutics announced that the first eight participants in the Phase 1 of its COVID-19 vaccine trial developed some antibodies after a single dose. Moderna is now expected to start a second round of clinical trials as soon as next month. Dr. David Agus joined “CBS This Morning” to explain the development and the latest in the race for a vaccine. Source
Moderna president outlines progress in vaccine trials
President of biotech firm Moderna Stephen Hoge tells CBS News about the company’s progress in the trials for its COVID-19 vaccine. The first eight participants developed some antibodies after a single dose. The company hopes to distribute its vaccine by early next year. Source
Kindness 101 with Steve Hartman: Fortitude
Steve Hartman teaches an online class for kids about fortitude. Source
NASCAR holds first race after delaying season over COVID-19
NASCAR became the first American sport to reopen after suspending its season over the pandemic. The “Real Heroes 400” followed social distancing guidelines and paid tribute to health care workers. James Brown reports. Source