Chick-fil-A rationing sauce amid supply shortage
The chicken chain is allowing customers just one sauce packet per entree ordered to cope with tight supply.
Coronavirus Pandemic
Conspiracy theories swirl around Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine
Bots and anti-vaccination influencers are amplifying political and medical conspiracy theories around COVID-19 vaccines.
Fauci: Kids should be encouraged to get vaccine
"You've got to be careful when you make the requirement of something, that usually gets you into a lot of pushback — understandable pushback," he warned.
Most indoor mask guidelines may be on way out in U.S., experts say
Consensus is growing among experts that encouraging data could mean the U.S. is nearing the right time to lift indoor mask restrictions in most public settings
Volunteers risk lives to collect bodies of COVID-19 victims in India
Bodies have been burning nonstop at a makeshift crematorium in New Delhi.
CDC recommends Pfizer's COVID vaccine for kids 12 and up
Many adolescents could get their first doses within the coming days.
Biden urges Americans 12 and older to get vaccinated
The Food and Drug Administration has given the green light to the Pfizer vaccine for 12-to-15-year-olds.
Older Americans eager to travel internationally again
One travel advisor said he saw a 110% uptick in new bookings from senior clients over the course of a month.
GOP states undeterred in challenging tax cut rule in COVID aid bill
GOP attorneys general battling the Biden administration in court argue guidance from the Treasury Department does not bring the tax provision within constitutional bounds.
Here's how to track your third stimulus check
IRS said it delivered some 165 million payments worth about $388B, with an additional 1 million arriving this week.
Millions of Americans eligible for $50 off their internet bills
People in tribal areas are eligible for up to $75 off their bill. There is also a $100 reimbursement for related devices. .
Free stuff for getting vaccinated against COVID-19
Connecticut and New Jersey are offering free drinks, while some businesses give out sweet treats to people who got their shot.
71 dead bodies found floating in India's Ganges River
Authorities said they haven't determined a cause of death as the country battles a ferocious surge in coronavirus infections.
Apple's AirTags pose stalking risk, tech expert warns
After testing the new Bluetooth device, Washington Post tech columnist Geoffrey Fowler worries it could be misused.
Job openings soar to highest level on record, 8.1 million
Nearly 10 million people are jobless and seeking work, but employers say it's never been this hard to hire.
White House partners with Uber and Lyft for free rides to vaccinations
The program will go into effect in the next two weeks and run until July 4.
Pfizer vaccine could be available for ages 2 and up by fall
The drugmaker is also conducting clinical trials on their vaccine for babies aged 6 months and older.
Senators urge airlines to make flight credits valid indefinitely
The Democrats say it's "unconscionable" for airlines to have more than $10 billion in unused travel credits.
Machines sent from U.S. saving lives in COVID-battered India
The need for help is beyond urgent as surging coronavirus infections cripple India's health care system, and every life saved comes with a backdrop of grief.
Large companies "rigged" CEO pay during pandemic, study claims
Review of filings shows companies boosted CEO comp by average of 29% in 2020, yet cut pay of regular employees by 2%.
Distracted nurse gives woman 6 doses of COVID vaccine in one shot
Italian hospital apologizes for lapse on a busy day, but says the young woman has shown no adverse reaction to the overdose of the Pfizer vaccine.
Rental car rates soar with vehicles in short supply
Rental car rates are up more than 50% in places like Hawaii and Florida, forcing some travelers to rely on ride-sharing services.
CEO dismissed working from home. Her employees went on strike
Washingtonian staffers resumed publishing Monday after top exec said companies may turn employees into freelancers if they don't return to offices.
N.Y. doctor sends ventilators to India to help with COVID surge
There was a welcome sight at Mumbai International Airport tarmac when a shipment of much-needed medical aid and ventilators arrived.
Dracula's castle in Romania offering free vaccines
Visitors will also receive free admission to the castle's exhibit of medieval torture instruments.
HealthWatch
Book excerpt: "Narratives" by Nancy Colier
Patient dies by suicide after "insurance issue" delayed medicine
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"
