First lady says the Bidens are "heartbroken" over Colin Powell's death
The former secretary of state and longtime colleague of the president died Monday morning due to complications from COVID-19 at the age of 84.
Coronavirus Pandemic
Reporter Allison Williams is leaving ESPN over vaccine mandate
"Ultimately, I cannot put a paycheck over principle," Williams said.
CDC issues new COVID-19 guidance for the holiday season
The CDC is urging all who are eligible to get vaccinated, saying it's "the best way to minimize COVID-19 risk and keep your family and friends safer."
FDA advisers back Johnson & Johnson COVID booster shots
New CDC data suggests the single-shot vaccine has the highest rate of breakthrough infections.
State-led vaccine lotteries were ineffective, study shows
Researchers observed "zero difference" in vaccination rates before and after states announced cash prize lotteries.
Holiday toy-shopping tips: "Shop right now"
Toy Insider's Marissa Silva also recommends heading to smaller stores — with a list and a budget.
Fired for refusing the vaccine? Don't expect unemployment aid
Unemployment benefits are designed for workers who are separated from companies through no fault of their own.
FDA advisers vote to endorse Moderna booster shots
The committee is also scheduled to vote on Johnson & Johnson's request tomorrow.
Coachella is no longer requiring vaccinations for attendees
Popular music festival now says attendees can either gain entry with a negative COVID-19 test or proof of vaccination.
Number of first-time jobless claims hits pandemic low
Last week, 293,000 people filed for jobless aid, the lowest number since March 2020.
Group looks to GOP women lawmakers to help boost COVID-19 vaccinations
A new campaign focuses on efforts by GOP women to encourage unvaccinated Americans to get their shots.
17 Florida school district workers have died from COVID since August
A dozen of the Polk County Public School employees were actively working before becoming ill.
Child Tax Credit 2021: Here's when the fourth check will deposit
Millions of families are receiving their October payment. Here's what to know about the CTC.
Kyrie Irving says refusal to get vaccine is "what's best for me"
Speaking on Instagram Live, Irving said he loved basketball and wasn't going to retire.
"Do we need to ration care?": COVID patients overwhelm Montana hospitals
Some hospitals have reached the point of not accepting new patients and are preparing to ration care.
Experts warn of possible "twindemic" of COVID-19 and flu this winter
Research shows pandemic precautions, like wearing masks and social distancing, helped stop the spread of flu and other common respiratory viruses last season, but now those precautions aren't as prevalent.
Texas hospital says governor making it harder to care for patients
Governor's order draws fire from Houston Methodist, the first big U.S. medical system to require employees to get shots.
Louisiana zoo animals are getting COVID vaccine
Gorillas and orangutans at the Audubon Zoo are in the process of getting their first dose.
Florida county fined millions for mandating COVID vaccines
Leon County says its vaccine requirement was "legally justifiable" and a "responsible action to keep our employees safe."
U.S. to lift land border restrictions for vaccinated travelers
For the first time since March 2020, the U.S. will allow vaccinated travelers to enter the country by land for non-essential activities, like tourism and family visits.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott bans vaccine mandates by "any entity"
Those found in violation of the order will be subject to a fine.
Child Tax Credit could spur some parents to stop working: Study
Democrats want to extend the CTC, but that's sparking a debate among some economists about its impact on work.
Child-care costs make it impossible for many parents to work
Biden Administration's proposal would invest in day-care centers and educators — and drive down costs for families.
Kyrie Irving will not play or practice with Nets until he's vaccinated
The team's general manager said, "We will not permit any member of our team to participate with part-time availability,"
Why some young workers are trading the office for the farm
A July study found nearly a third of U.S. workers under 40 considered changing careers during the pandemic.
HealthWatch
I tested America.gov, the government's AI chatbot, on health questions
Women face a "diagnostic odyssey" at the doctor. This plan aims to help.
Oregon eyes nation's first single-payer healthcare system. Will it work?
Severely disabled toddler euthanized in the Netherlands under new rules
Food safety becomes election issue as major outbreaks, recalls cause concern
Teen's headache reveals family health risk: "Saving people's lives"
Will an FDA crackdown curb access to cheaper GLP-1 weight-loss drugs?
Bone health and the "silent disease": 4 things women should know
