Coronavirus
In late 2019/early 2020, news of a respiratory virus was first reported. It went on to become COVID-19, caused by SARS-CoV-2, a coronavirus. COVID-19 mainly impacts older people and people with underlying medical conditions like asthma, heart disease, obesity, etc. Millions of people became infected with the virus worldwide, resulting in hundreds of thousands of deaths.
GOP Gov. Sununu Slams Anti-Vaxxers: 'I Don't Need Crazy in the Way'
The New Hampshire governor fired back at members of his own party for spreading misinformation.
Chicago Police Officers Upset by Vaccine Mandate Recruited by Indiana
Republican Indiana Senator Mike Braun urged Chicago police officers to seek work without "crazy ultimatums" in Indiana.
Woman Who Refused to Wear Mask Convicted, Says Justice Wasn't Served
Marianne Campbell Smith was sentenced to 40 hours of community service, one year of informal probation and ordered to pay a $200 fine.
Man Fighting for Custody of Stepsons After Losing Wife to COVID
"The last thing I said to her before they put her on the ventilator was I would do everything in my power to help raise her two boys. And I will," Billy Perry told Newsweek.
Middle School Teacher Compares Vaccine Mandates to Holocaust in Viral Video
The teacher compared the mandate to the way "Jews were required to wear this yellow Star of David on their clothing to identify them, to humiliate them."
Couple Traveling to Greece Arrested During Layover Due to COVID Rules
"I think I was in a state of shock. I'm in the basement, surrounded by police with giant rifles, and nobody cares one bit about our situation," Cindy Miller said.
Delta Dominating Other COVID Variants Doesn't Mean More Won't Emerge
The WHO is tracking at least 14 COVID-19 variants that emerged after the highly contagious Delta was discovered.
Experts React As NIH Head Francis Collins Blasts Lab Leak 'Misinformation'
The outgoing NIH director said COVID could not have been caused by federally funded virus research, but some scientists disagree.
Full List of Vaccines Mandated by the U.S. Military
The Department of Defense already administers 17 different vaccines to service members, but has recently added the COVID-19 vaccine to the list of mandatory shots.
Big Macs, Pizza Latest Incentives to Get New York Prisoners Vaccinated
The state's corrections department is giving each inmate a spending limit of no more than $10 to buy any of the meals if they get vaccinated against COVID.
Governor Ron DeSantis Wants Legislative Action to Fight Vaccine Mandates
"Nobody should have their right to earn a living conditioned on receiving injections, mandated injections," Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said.
Ukraine Reports Over 22K New COVID Cases; New Travel Restrictions
"There are just two ways — vaccination or lockdown. I'm against the lockdown for the sake of (the) economy," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.
Putin criticizes Russia's vaccine hesitancy as cases top 36,000 in 1 day
Russia was the first country in the world to authorize a COVID-19 vaccine, yet the country has shown little interest in vaccination.
Concerns Grow Some Unemployed Have Stopped Seeking Work as Open Jobs High
Labor Department data shows that hiring has slowed in the past two months while the number of available jobs are at near-record levels.
Texas Family Say They Were Evicted Even After Relief Program Paid Back Rent
Cherice Scott arrived home on October 5 to find herself evicted, and recalled her terror at the thought of her family ending up homeless.
How Worried to Be About the Delta Sub-Variant AY.4.2
An expert told Newsweek it seems increasingly likely that the offshoot is more transmissible than other Delta variants.
Work Life in Turmoil? Here Are Ways to Rethink—and Remake—Your Career
COVID has upended work for many of us: Dory Clark offers some tips to remake our work selves.
Chicago Police Union Compares Vaccine Mandate to 'Hunger Games'
"Welcome to day three of 'The Hunger Games,' where we find out who the city is going to offer up as tribute," said Michael Mette.
Former Washington State Coach to Sue School Over Firing for Vaccine Refusal
Former coach Nick Rolovich's attorney, Brian Fahling, said in a statement that his termination was "unlawful" and an attack against his Catholic beliefs.
FDA Authorizes Moderna, J&J COVID Boosters and Mix-and-Match Vaccines
"Today's actions demonstrate our commitment to public health in proactively fighting against the COVID-19 pandemic," the FDA commissioner said.
This Zoo Just Vaccinated 80 Animals Against COVID
So far, several species—including pandas, giraffes, gorillas and skunks—have received at least one dose of their COVID-19 vaccines.
Europe, Americas Lead Globe in New COVID Cases: WHO
The World Health Organization said that with more than 580,000, the U.S. had the largest number of new cases.
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UK Government Urges Citizens Get COVID Booster Shot as Cases Surge Over 49K
The government's plea came as officials continue to resist reinstating health restrictions despite a surge that has seen cases average 45,000 per day.
Florida Fire Chief Fired for Refusing to Discipline Unvaccinated Workers
Employees of Florida's Orange County were required to show proof of at least partial vaccination by the end of September.
NYPD's Largest Union Plans to Sue City Over COVID Vaccine Mandate
The Police Benevolent Association, the largest police union in New York City, argues that vaccinations are a "personal medical decision."
How States Could Reach Herd Immunity As Delta Variant Continues To Dominate
Around 10 months since vaccines were first rolled out in the U.S., experts explain to Newsweek whether elusive herd immunity can be achieved.
Santa Claus Fired for Refusing COVID Vaccine
A Florida man won't be coming to town this Christmas because of his vaccination status.
Brazil Senate Proposes Bolsonaro Be Charged With Crime Against Humanity
Critics have decried the president's disregard for international health guidelines on masking and restrictions aimed at curtailing COVID-19's spread.
Russia Gets Nonworking Order As Some Hospitals Reject Non-COVID Patients
"Our task today is to protect life and health of our citizens and minimize the consequences of the dangerous infection," Russian President Vladimir Putin said.
