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Did U.S. Scientists Create a Deadlier COVID Variant in a Lab?
Rampant misinformation about a Boston University study to better understand the virus shows how conspiracy theories can go viral.
‘Stealth Omicron’ Is Causing the Worst COVID Outbreak in China Since Wuhan
The world’s most populous nation is pulling out all the stops to prevent a big COVID-19 outbreak from getting bigger.
Quebec Will Impose a Fee for People Who Refuse to Get Vaccinated
Premier François Legault said the tax will be "significant" and is due to the burden unvaccinated people are placing on the healthcare system.
Please Do Not Just Go Get Omicron
For vaccinated and otherwise healthy people, it may seem tempting to live a normal life and get Omicron over with. Here are some reasons why you shouldn't.
The US Just Shattered the World Record for New COVID Cases
The United States reported nearly more than a million positive COVID tests on Monday.
The Omicron Variant Is Redefining the Pandemic. What You Need to Know.
The Omicron variant is quickly spreading across the world. Here's what we know about its incubation period, symptoms and severity.
So You Tested Positive for COVID. How Long Should You Quarantine?
The CDC has dropped the recommended isolation period from 10 to 5 days for asymptomatic people with COVID. But many public health officials disagree.
‘The Tyranny of Distance’: How to Vaccinate South Africa’s Most Remote Villages
Some of South Africa’s rural communities are snapping up jabs, outpacing urban areas. But experts warn there could be hidden costs, while it’s too early to gauge the impact of the Omicron variant.
Biden Just Extended Student Loan Pause Until May Because of Omicron
After months of pressure, the Biden administration said Wednesday that it would extend its pause on student loan repayment to May 1.
Should You Even Be Travelling Home for Christmas?
As Omicron cases rise in the UK, we ask an expert how to stay as safe as possible over the holidays.
Omicron Is Taking Over the United States
The Omicron variant now makes up more than 70 percent of COVID-19 cases across the United States.
Trump Booed After Telling Fans He Got COVID-19 Booster Shot
Audience members at a speaking event in Dallas booed the former president when he admitted he recently got the booster.