The pandemic has affected a broad spectrum of businesses. Many are depending on another round of federal help for survival. CFO David Burman of Other Half Brewing Company joins CBSN to share how the New York business has faced the challenge. Source
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Alex Trebek’s final “Jeopardy!” to air first week in January
The final episode will conclude with a tribute to the longtime and beloved host. Source
Low-wage workers in 20 states will get a raise on New Year’s Day
Some American workers will start the new year with a financial boost. On January 1, the minimum wage increases in 20 states. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Aimee Picchi shares the details with CBSN. Source
Police chief “can’t defend” bodycam video showing officers’ delay in aiding Andre Hill after shooting
New footage shows officers did not give Hill aid after he was shot. Source
Why “vaccine passports” could be a future travel requirement
Tech and travel companies are teaming up to create digital “vaccine passports,” which could be someday be required for travelers to prevent the spread of disease. CBSN technology reporter Dan Patterson joined CBSN with more on what this new technology could mean. Source
UK officially breaks economic ties with EU
Brexit becomes official Thursday night as economic ties between Britain and the European Union end. Jessica Parker with our partners at the BBC joined CBSN to discuss what that means for workers and the flow of goods between the two. Source
Why coronavirus vaccine distribution is slower than expected
The push to vaccinate people in the United States against COVID-19 is moving slower than expected as hospitals across the country fill up. Justin Gill, a nurse practitioner and health policy lecturer at University of Washington Bothell, spoke to CBSN’s Omar Villafranca about what’s complicating the process. Source
High school senior opens Duke University acceptance at mother’s gravesite to share the moment with her
Skylar Hughes, a Georgia high school senior, waited 16 hours to read an email from Duke University about her application – so she could open it at her mother’s grave and share the moment with her. Source
Students face learning loss as coronavirus disrupts school year
Teachers and caregivers trying to keep students prepared and learning as the coronavirus pandemic disrupts their education. Hurdles in distance learning have created a gap that could take years to remedy. Margaret Raymond, director of the Center for Research on Education Outcomes at Stanford University, joins CBSN with more details. Source
James Beard Award-nominated distillery innovates modern spirits based on centuries-old recipes
Forthave Spirits is a Brooklyn distillery producing ingredient driven spirits. Vladimir Duthiers investigates the ages-old origins behind some of their recipes. Source