The FDA is reviewing the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine and it could get emergency authorization by the end of the week. Unlike the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines, this one only requires only one shot. Josh Michaud, associate director for global health policy at the Kaiser Family Foundation, joined “CBSN AM” to discuss the significance. Source
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105-year-old beats COVID-19 and shares her secret to longevity
This 105-year-old woman in New Jersey has survived the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic, two world wars, three husbands and raised three sons. Now, she’s overcome COVID-19. Source
Face the Nation is #1 in viewers on Feb. 21
“Face the Nation” is the only Sunday show up across the board from last week, last year, and season to date Source
Freshwater fish in “catastrophic” decline, one-third face extinction
80 freshwater species have already been declared extinct — 16 of them in 2020 alone. Source
Matt James speaks out about “The Bachelor” controversy
“My greatest prayer is that this is an inflection point that results in real institutional change for the better,” he said. Source
Iran takes a new, very cautious step away from nuclear deal
Iran’s government says cooperation with international nuclear inspectors is being curbed, but it’s a nuanced move, and everyone seems to want to talk. Source
Fed chief Powell says economic recovery is “far from complete”
Federal Reserve Chair signals he is in no hurry to hike interest rates, citing “great hardship” caused by COVID-19. Source
Third round of pandemic relief could provide $1,400 checks to millions of Americans
$1,400 checks, tax credits and suspended evictions – CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger explains some of the key proposed benefits in the latest stimulus package. Source
Mega-hit Netflix series “Bridgerton” brings actors of color to forefront
The Netflix series “Bridgerton” has become the streaming giant’s biggest series ever. It portrays the British Regency era with a collection of diverse actors. Imtiaz Tyab takes a look at how the show – and Britain’s racial past – are coming into focus. Source
Lives to Remember: Sonny Fox, Iris Meda and more
As the coronavirus pandemic continues, families across the U.S. are still losing loved ones. The victims include beloved television host Sonny Fox, nurse Iris Meda, musical director James Glica-Hernandez, Chicago basketball coach Donnie Kirksey and alumni coordinator Stephanie Smith. Anthony Mason profiles them in the series Lives to Remember. Source