France, Germany and other countries resumed use of the AstraZeneca shots after concerns about side effects, but the pace of inoculation remained too slow to blunt the latest wave of infection.
Author: MARC SANTORA
AstraZeneca Blood Clot Fears Are Tamped Down but Slow Vaccines in Europe
The suspension impedes Europe’s already troubled vaccination campaign amid a third coronavirus wave. Europe’s top drug regulator said there was no sign that the shot had caused dangerous side effects.
In Pictures: Pope Francis in Iraq
As the pope makes a three-day trip to Iraq, a look at images of the historic moment.
Covid Death Toll Over 2 Million Worldwide
A year into the pandemic, the carnage is spreading faster than ever.
With Hospitals Nearly Overwhelmed, Britain Faces Harder Days
As a more contagious variant of the coronavirus tears through the country, and as people resist new restrictions, hospitals are struggling to cope with a surge in patients.
Covid Vaccine Rollouts in Europe Are Off to a Shaky Start
Programs in many countries have been hampered by slow-moving bureaucracies, a lack of nurses and shortages of vital equipment.
Iran Increases Uranium Enrichment at Key Nuclear Facility
The move is another a series of escalations with the United States. In another provocation, the country seized a South Korean chemical tanker.
Iran Increases Uranium Enrichment at Key Nuclear Facility
The move is another step toward producing a nuclear weapon. Iran, in another provocation, also seized a South Korean vessel.
Croatia Hit by Strong Earthquake
At least seven people were reported killed and dozens injured. The quake, with a preliminary magnitude of 6.4, was the second in the area in 24 hours and tremors were reported across the Balkans.