Biden to address racism toward Asian Americans during pandemic
The executive action is expected to be part of a slate of "equity" directives.
Coronavirus Pandemic
Tyler Perry on getting COVID vaccine, "heartbreaking" Capitol riots
"You're making the choice of getting the vaccine, an even though it's 95%, 96% efficacy, what happens is you are reducing your chances of ending up in the ICU by 100%," Perry said.
Colombia's defense minister dies from COVID-19
Colombia's government said Trujillo fell ill during a visit to the coastal city of Barranquilla, where he was taken to a hospital on January 11.
Oklahoma lawmaker files bill that includes mask mandate
Rep. Jason Lowe was among the first Oklahoma lawmakers to test positive for the virus back in March.
First known U.S. case of Brazilian COVID-19 variant confirmed
Minnesota officials say the person who has recently traveled to Brazil. It's not clear if the variant causes a more serious illness than the novel coronavirus.
Biden: Any American who wants vaccine can get one "this spring"
It's perhaps the most ambitious public estimate yet from his administration.
Minnesota governor announces plan for schools
The plan details a number of priorities for public schools to help combat the pandemic's impact on education.
California governor on lifting COVID stay-at-home orders
The move opens the way for a return to limited restaurant dining, religious services and other activities.
Behind on rent? How to apply for federal pandemic aid
For those who qualify, the Emergency Rental Assistance Program can pay up to 12 months of overdue rent.
Biden reinstating COVID-19 restrictions for overseas travelers
"This isn't the time to be lifting restrictions on international travel," White House press secretary Jen Psaki said.
Movie theatre chain AMC gets new lifeline to remain open
New funding keeps cinema chain open for now, but speed of COVID-19 vaccinations will ultimately decide its future.
French health officials urge no talking on public transit to stop virus
According to a recent study, when two people are in a poorly ventilated space, a prolonged conversation is far more likely to spread respiratory droplets carrying the virus than a short cough.
Bipartisan group of senators meet with White House on COVID plan
Participants stressed they're pushing the administration for more details on how quickly it can distribute the vaccine nationwide, saying it's an urgent and No. 1 priority.
Biden orders government to buy from U.S. manufacturers
White House eyes $600 billion in federal procurement spending as another means of boosting domestic manufacturing.
Billionaire wealth soars as 255 million jobs lost in pandemic
Billionaires regained their pandemic losses in nine months, but the globe's poorest could take a decade to recover.
Godiva to close or sell all its U.S. chocolate stores
Closing more than 100 stores is part of the chocolatier's strategy to grow its online customer base.
Pandemic highlights health care challenges for deaf patients
Navigating the pandemic brings more challenges for 48 million Americans with hearing loss — especially when it comes to receiving medical care.
Merck drops 2 unpromising COVID-19 vaccines
The drugmaker will focus instead on two possible treatments for the virus, yet to be approved by regulators.
Thousands died at nursing home chain. Its CEO got a $5M bonus
COVID-19 claimed a heavy toll on residents at Genesis Healthcare facilities as top executive made a lucrative exit.
800-year-old cathedral is now a mass COVID vaccination site
Europeans are receiving coronavirus vaccinations at unusual mega-sites, rolling up their sleeves at repurposed racetracks, cinemas, ice rinks and rugby stadiums.
Moderna says COVID vaccine should work on U.K., South Africa strains
U.S. drugmaker says lab studies "reinforce our confidence" that vaccine will protect against new variants, but they're trialling 3rd dose on South Africa strain.
Miami Heat to use COVID-sniffing dogs to screen fans at games
The highly trained dogs have been in place for some games this season where the team has allowed a handful of guests.
Birx: No "full-time team" working on COVID in Trump White House
"There was no team, full-time team in the White House working on coronavirus," Birx told "Face the Nation."
New Zealand's 1st COVID case in months is variant from South Africa
Woman who recently returned from Europe tests positive for highly infectious strain, which may be vaccine resistant, 10 days after compulsory two-week isolation.
Mexico's president tests positive for COVID-19
Andrés Manuel López Obrador has been criticized for his handling of the pandemic, which has been hitting his nation harder than ever.
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Patient dies by suicide after "insurance issue" delayed medicine
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