New 'double mutant' coronavirus variant detected in India
Health officials in India said a new “double mutant” coronavirus variant was detected in the country, as worrisome variants first detected in the U.K., South Africa and Brazil now circulate within the nation’s borders and around the world.
Health officials in India said a new “double mutant” coronavirus variant was detected in the country, as worrisome variants first detected in the U.K., South Africa and Brazil now circulate within the nation’s borders and around the world.
'Happy to be relinquishing my barber duties!' Arlington barber shares sweet note from client’s wife
Jim Moore is the owner of Moore’s Barbershop in Arlington, Virginia. The business closed for two months – in April and May – of 2020. They were able to reopen in June with safety protocols in place.
Jim Moore is the owner of Moore’s Barbershop in Arlington, Virginia. The business closed for two months – in April and May – of 2020. They were able to reopen in June with safety protocols in place.
CDC says no-sail order to remain in place until Nov. 1 despite cruise association request
The CDC said Wednesday its no-sail order will remain in place until Nov. 1 for cruise ships, despite a request from the Cruise Lines International Association to lift the order several months early.
The CDC said Wednesday its no-sail order will remain in place until Nov. 1 for cruise ships, despite a request from the Cruise Lines International Association to lift the order several months early.
COVID-19 antibodies found in 1 in 5 blood donations from unvaccinated people in March, Red Cross data shows
Between June 15, 2020, and March 6, 2021, the Red Cross tested more than 3.3 million blood donations from unvaccinated people.
Between June 15, 2020, and March 6, 2021, the Red Cross tested more than 3.3 million blood donations from unvaccinated people.
Asian-Americans experienced largest single rise in severe online hate and harassment: survey
Half of the Asian-American respondents who were harassed reported that the harassment was because of their race or ethnicity. The survey also found a sharp rise in online harassment of African-Americans based on race.
Half of the Asian-American respondents who were harassed reported that the harassment was because of their race or ethnicity. The survey also found a sharp rise in online harassment of African-Americans based on race.
Pfizer begins phase 1 study of oral COVID-19 treatment drug
Pfizer announced Monday that it has begun the phase 1 study of an oral antiviral drug to treat SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
Pfizer announced Monday that it has begun the phase 1 study of an oral antiviral drug to treat SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
Fauci to star in children's book detailing life of nation’s top infectious disease doctor
"Dr. Fauci: How a Boy from Brooklyn Became America's Doctor," a children's picture book, will chronicle the life of the nation's top infectious disease doctor.
"Dr. Fauci: How a Boy from Brooklyn Became America's Doctor," a children's picture book, will chronicle the life of the nation's top infectious disease doctor.
Wages are only up because the bottom half of workers lost their jobs
If one looks at the data for American wages in 2020, which shows that they grew historically fast, this fact may seem to be cause for celebration. But a closer look at the data paints yet another picture of stark inequality and of the "K-shaped recovery."
If one looks at the data for American wages in 2020, which shows that they grew historically fast, this fact may seem to be cause for celebration. But a closer look at the data paints yet another picture of stark inequality and of the "K-shaped recovery."
Millions of Americans face past-due utility bills amid ongoing COVID-19 pandemic
Millions of U.S. households are facing heavy past-due utility bills, which have escalated in the year since the pandemic forced Americans hunkered down at home to consume more power.
Millions of U.S. households are facing heavy past-due utility bills, which have escalated in the year since the pandemic forced Americans hunkered down at home to consume more power.
Could there be a 4th stimulus check? Democratic lawmakers push for more direct payments
10 Democratic lawmakers sent a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to include additional stimulus payments in an upcoming $3 trillion infrastructure package.
10 Democratic lawmakers sent a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to include additional stimulus payments in an upcoming $3 trillion infrastructure package.
Maryland moves into Phase 2A of COVID-19 vaccine plan
More people in Maryland are now eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine after the state moved into Phase 2A of its COVID-19 vaccination plan Tuesday.
More people in Maryland are now eligible to get the COVID-19 vaccine after the state moved into Phase 2A of its COVID-19 vaccination plan Tuesday.
DC cherry blossom visitors will be limited at Tidal Basin, Park Service says
Visitors who want to see D.C.’s iconic cherry blossoms when they’re at or near full-bloom will be limited this year due to COVID-19 restrictions, the National Park Service said on Tuesday.
Visitors who want to see D.C.’s iconic cherry blossoms when they’re at or near full-bloom will be limited this year due to COVID-19 restrictions, the National Park Service said on Tuesday.
Virginia relaxing some indoor, outdoor gathering limits, includes high school sports
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam announced at a press conference on Tuesday that some COVID-19 restrictions focused on indoor and outdoor gathering capacities will begin to be lifted on April 1.
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam announced at a press conference on Tuesday that some COVID-19 restrictions focused on indoor and outdoor gathering capacities will begin to be lifted on April 1.
CDC: 1 in 4 Americans have received at least one dose of COVID-19 vaccine
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Tuesday that one in four Americans have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, a critical milestone in the fight to get the country vaccinated.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Tuesday that one in four Americans have received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, a critical milestone in the fight to get the country vaccinated.
Arizona man arrested after holding National Guardsmen transporting COVID-19 vaccines at gunpoint: cops
Larry Harris, 66, of Willcox, allegedly claimed to be a detective and ordered the unarmed Guardsmen out of their vehicles at gunpoint, according to reports.
Larry Harris, 66, of Willcox, allegedly claimed to be a detective and ordered the unarmed Guardsmen out of their vehicles at gunpoint, according to reports.
ReST program offering emotional support sessions for care workers amid the pandemic
Lessons learned from the front lines of war are being used to help those who have been battling on the front lines of the pandemic, and in fact, the psychological support offered by the ReST program is now available for anyone who needs it.
Lessons learned from the front lines of war are being used to help those who have been battling on the front lines of the pandemic, and in fact, the psychological support offered by the ReST program is now available for anyone who needs it.
West Virginia opens COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to everyone 16 and older
West Virginia will immediately open coronavirus vaccine eligibility to all residents aged 16 and older, Gov.
West Virginia will immediately open coronavirus vaccine eligibility to all residents aged 16 and older, Gov.
Northern Virginia leaders send governor letter requesting more vaccines
Northern Virginia is asking for more vaccines as hundreds of thousands of eligible people sit on waitlists. In a letter sent to Governor Northam, local leaders say they have the ability to vaccinate all the people on the waitlist but need the supply.
Northern Virginia is asking for more vaccines as hundreds of thousands of eligible people sit on waitlists. In a letter sent to Governor Northam, local leaders say they have the ability to vaccinate all the people on the waitlist but need the supply.
Northern Virginia school districts strictly enforcing COVID-19 precautions to avoid potential outbreaks
Parents are weighing in as school districts across Northern Virginia and beyond begin cracking down on violations to mitigation measures to avoid any coronavirus outbreaks.
Parents are weighing in as school districts across Northern Virginia and beyond begin cracking down on violations to mitigation measures to avoid any coronavirus outbreaks.
Montgomery County to get nearly $204 million in COVID relief
In a Monday virtual news conference, Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen announced Montgomery County is slated to receive nearly $204 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding.
In a Monday virtual news conference, Maryland Senator Chris Van Hollen announced Montgomery County is slated to receive nearly $204 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding.