Bank of America CEO: "It's time" for Fed to hike interest rates
Strong consumer spending and economic data show that Fed needs to start raising interest rates, BofA chief said.
Coronavirus Pandemic
Australia reopens to international travelers after nearly 2 years
Vaccinated travelers were greeted at Sydney's airport by jubilant well-wishers waving toy koalas and favorite Australian foods.
Queen Elizabeth II tests positive for COVID-19, experiencing mild symptoms
The palace said the 95-year-old British monarch will continue with light duties at Windsor Castle over the coming week.
Canadian police clear area outside Parliament after 3 weeks of protests
Police said protesters remained "aggressive and assaultive" and that pepper spray had been used to protect officers.
Hong Kong planning mandatory COVID testing for every resident
Hong Kong leaders are planning to mandate testing for the city's nearly 7.5 million residents to combat rising cases
At least 100 arrested in police crackdown on Ottawa protest
After a three-week, traffic-snarling siege of Ottawa, police have moved in to arrest protesters angry over the COVID-19 restrictions and tow away trucks.
Soaring U.S. car prices lead to sticker shock for buyers
Most new car buyers are having to pay thousands above automakers' suggested retail prices. Here's why.
Surgeon general and his entire family test positive for COVID-19
The nation's top doctor has encouraged vaccines and boosters to fend off the worst of the virus.
Stressed Kentucky health care workers "scared to death of the future"
Across rural Kentucky, life has largely gone back to normal but the battle against the COVID-19 pandemic still rages inside health care facilities.
California first state to approach COVID-19 as endemic, not pandemic
A disease reaches the endemic stage when it still exists in a community but becomes manageable as immunity builds. Gov. Gavin Newsom said, "we will work to live with this virus."
More big companies are dropping vaccine requirement for workers
Adidas, Intel and Starbucks are among the major U.S. employers jettisoning rules ordering workers to get vaccinated.
Virginia governor: Parents "best positioned" to decide if kids wear masks in school
The new law goes into effect on March 1.
CDC may update indoor mask guidance as states loosen restrictions
The debate over masking in schools continues to simmer.
Retail sales surge in January as Americans ramp up spending
Despite inflation and an ongoing pandemic, Americans appear ready to renew spending.
Disney says face masks now optional for vaccinated at theme parks
As virus counts fall, Coachella and Stagecoach music festivals drop COVID-19 requirements for April events.
Coachella won't require masks, negative COVID tests or vaccinations
Guests will also not be required to bring masks.
Infants born to vaccinated mothers less likely to be hospitalized with COVID, CDC says
Babies born to mothers who were vaccinated while pregnant were 61% less likely to be hospitalized with COVID-19.
Biden administration wants $30 billion more for COVID-19 response
The Biden administration is gauging support more money to pay for testing, treatment programs and development of vaccines to fight the virus and future diseases.
Senate confirms Biden's pick to lead the FDA
Califf already served as FDA commissioner under the Obama administration.
Levi's president says she quit over pressure on COVID views
Apparel industry executive says she gave up $1 million severance payment rather than sign a non-disclosure agreement.
Surgeon general reflects on young daughter's COVID-19 experience
"In these moments, it doesn't matter if you're a doctor or Surgeon General. We are parents first," U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy wrote.
Tyson Foods lifts mask rules for vaccinated workers
Nation's biggest meat producer joins major retailers in easing pandemic requirements for employees.
NYC fires 1,400 workers over vaccine mandate – less than 1%
Roughly two-thirds of those dismissed worked for the education department.
Djokovic: I'd skip French Open, Wimbledon rather than get vaccinated
Tennis superstar's stand on vaccinations led to his January deportation from Australia, where he lost his bid to defend his Australian Open title.
Main U.S.-Canada bridge reopens after police clear protesters
The Ambassador Bridge was blocked for nearly a week by anti-vaccine mandate demonstrators, but in Canada's capital of Ottawa, protests were growing and tempers flaring.
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Jalen Hurts' diagnosis rattles sports world
Trump signs executive order on women's health
Trump spurs states to dump laws regulating new hospitals
How Gen X should practice "the art of aging"
Woman, 26, felt her concerns were being dismissed before cancer diagnosis
New guidelines support hormone therapy for menopause symptoms
Pope Leo resumes some papal duties after surgery, Vatican says
Pope's cancer prognosis may depend on these factors, doctors say
