Turkish officials have reported five deaths from widespread wildfires in Manavgat, Turkey. The 60 fires spread over 17 provinces began Wednesday, prompting local officials to call for aid from neighboring towns. CBS News producer Pinar Sevinclidir joined CBSN from Istanbul with on-the-ground insight. Source
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Biden announces COVID-19 vaccine requirement for all federal government employees
President Biden announced federal workers must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or wear masks and get regular testing. Meanwhile, the nationwide ban on evictions expires Saturday, which could force millions of families from their homes as the Delta variant continues to spread across the country. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joined CBSN to discuss. Source
The United States debt limit suspension ends Saturday
The Treasury should have enough cash to pay the country’s obligations into the fall, experts estimate. Source
Henrietta Lacks’ family sues over cells taken without consent
More than 70 years after Henrietta Lacks’ death, a lawsuit has been filed on her behalf about the cells that were taken without her consent. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump and the Lacks family join CBSN with more. Source
Representative Jake Ellzey sworn in after upset victory in Texas election
Representative Jake Ellzey is officially the next congressman representing Texas’ 6th congressional district, after a surprise victory in the runoff special election against Trump-backed candidate and fellow Republican Susan Wright. He spoke with CBSN’s Tanya Rivero about his plans to serve his district. Source
Louisiana governor considering mask mandate amid COVID surge
Health officials say the surge is being spurred by the highly-contagious delta variant. Source
Dr. Leana Wen on “The Takeout” – 7/30/2021
Dr. Leana Wen shares a meal with Major Garrett and talks about her new book, the latest mask guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as well as President Biden’s new mandates for federal employees and military personnel on this week’s episode of “The Takeout.” Source
Fans Invited to Attend Titans Open Practice Monday, August 16 at Nissan Stadium
The open practice will feature interactive games and giveaways, entertainment and interviews with players and coaches. While the event is free, fans will be required to RSVP and show a digital ticket when they arrive. Source
Report: Cutting unemployment aid has little effect on job growth
Twelve states cut unemployment aid about three months before federal benefits expire in September. It was part of an attempt to boost hiring, but a new report by Gusto says states that cut benefits early saw their employment headcount grow 11.6% on average compared to 11.2% in states that kept the benefits. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Aimee Picchi joined CBSN to discuss. Source
This week on “Face the Nation,” August 1
Dr. Anthony Fauci, West Virginia Democratic Senator Joe Manchin, and more appear on Sunday’s “Face the Nation” Source