Retired General H.R. McMaster served as former President Trump’s National Security Advisor from 2017-2018. He joins “CBS This Morning” to discuss the collapse of Afghanistan’s government and the Taliban’s rapid takeover of the country. Source
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LinkedIn career expert Catherine Fisher on landing a new job
LinkedIn career expert Catherine Fisher discusses how to find the right job for you and stand out when you apply. Source
Catholic cardinal, a vaccine skeptic, on ventilator with COVID-19
The cardinal, who is known as an outspoken conservative, made false claims about vaccines and said the “mysterious Wuhan virus” was brought on by “evil forces.” Source
Travelers are canceling trips with COVID numbers rising again
As the Delta variant fuels another spike in COVID-19 numbers, people longing to see friends and loved ones are struggling with what to do. Source
California’s Caldor Fire triggers evacuation orders
The Caldor Fire is rapidly expanding through Northern California, prompting mandatory evacuations for residents in El Dorado County. Source
How collapse of Afghan government impacts Pakistan
The collapse of the Afghan government and resurgence of Taliban control will have broad geopolitical implications for the region. Dr. Asad Majeed Khan, Pakistani Ambassador to the U.S., joined CBSN to discuss how the recent developments impact Pakistan. Source
Florida doctor on COVID-19 surge, mask mandates, monoclonal antibody clinics
Florida is seeing more and more COVID-19 cases and deaths. The governor banned mask mandates, and thousands of students in one school district are currently quarantining. Meanwhile, the state is opening monoclonal antibody clinics to treat COVID-19 patients. Dr. Kartik Cherabuddi joined CBSN to discuss the Florida outbreak and the impact he expects from the monoclonal antibody clinics. Source
Deadly Haiti earthquake leaves thousands injured and homeless
More than 1,400 people are confirmed dead after Saturday’s earthquake in Haiti and at least 6,000 are injured, with hospitals overwhelmed and running out of necessities. CBSN anchor Vladimir Duthiers is reporting from Haiti and joins Laura Podesta on “CBSN AM” with the latest. Source
Historic drought could torch California almond industry
“The world is going to start to see less almonds,” said one orchard owner as water reservoirs run low. Source
Falcons say they’re first NFL team to be 100% vaccinated
Just weeks before the start of the NFL season, the Falcons are the first and only team with a 100% vaccination rate. Source