4 charts show the current state of the Covid pandemic heading into 2022
Nearly two years into the Covid-19 pandemic, reported daily infections are rising again as the omicron variant spreads rapidly around the world.
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The so-called "twindemic" — what experts have dubbed the combination of influenza and Covid — could accelerate during holiday gatherings this week.
FDA authorizes Pfizer's Covid treatment pill, the first oral antiviral drug cleared during the pandemic
The FDA granted emergency authorization to Pfizer's Covid treatment pill, a major milestone that promises to revolutionize the fight against the virus.
Treasury yields rise as investors digest omicron data
Treasury yields rose on Thursday, ahead of the long holiday weekend, as investors assessed the omicron threat.
Sen. Chris Coons, seven staffers who traveled with Defense deputy secretary have Covid
President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris tested negative for Covid-19 as the omicron variant surges in the United States.
Sales of newly built homes tank as affordability hits buyers
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Facebook lost a bunch of talent in 2021 — here are the most notable departures
In 2021, numerous senior Facebook executives left the company or announced their plans to depart in the coming months.
U.S. schools struggle with omicron Covid surge as officials push for in-person learning after winter break
School administrators, teachers, staff, students and their families are facing a resurgence of Covid cases as the omicron variant spreads rapidly.
Traumatized and exhausted hospital staff face new wave of Covid cases as omicron rips through U.S.
The highly contagious omicron variant can more easily infect vaccinated staff than previous strains, threatening to further exacerbate the worker shortage.
Supreme Court will hear challenge to Biden Covid vaccine mandates
The Supreme Court agreed to hear legal challenges to the Biden administration's mandates mandating Covid-19 for millions of workers.
Judge rejects bid by former Trump advisor Michael Flynn to block Jan. 6 Capitol probe subpoena
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Delta asks CDC to cut quarantine guidelines for breakthrough Covid, citing workforce impact
The letter comes as Covid cases spike and the omicron variant spreads rapidly, straining testing supplies ahead of the year-end holidays.
Omicron accounts for 90% of Covid cases in some parts of the U.S., CDC director says
U.S. heads into second Christmas with Covid as cases rise and Americans rush to get booster shots
The U.S. is heading into its second Christmas and New Year's with Covid-19 cases on the rise again, but armed this year with available vaccines and boosters.
Aviation, telecom groups agree to share data to help resolve 5G safety concerns
Verizon and AT&T are scheduled to start using the spectrum for 5G on Jan. 5.
New York City weighs fresh restrictions for Times Square New Year's Eve celebration
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said he will announce any changes to the New Year's Eve celebration in Times Square by Christmas.
Amazon warehouse workers on Staten Island refile union petition
The group, called Amazon Labor Union, is looking to organize workers across four company warehouses on Staten Island.
Mortgage rates fall to a four-week low, but homebuyers still pull back due to record low listings
Mortgage rates fell to a four-week low, but the tight supply of homes for sale, as well as high prices, caused a drop in loan demand from homebuyers.
Inflation will be a crucial part of the GOP economic playbook in two huge Senate races next year
Republicans running for U.S. Senate told CNBC their economic platforms are focused on inflation and shrinking government in the 2022 midterm elections.
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