Britain’s approach to coronavirus-related restrictions has been looser than other European countries, but the Omicron variant has spurred swift action on mitigation measures.
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Amid Variant Fears, U.K. Discovers Limits to Its Virus Strategy
Britain’s approach to coronavirus-related restrictions has been looser than other European countries, but the Omicron variant has spurred swift action on mitigation measures.
Your Monday Briefing
An update on the Omicron variant.
As Omicron Variant Circles the Globe, African Nations Face Blame and Bans
With countries trying to close their doors to the new coronavirus variant, southern African officials note that the West’s hoarding of vaccines helped create their struggle in the first place.
Britain to Ban Flights From Six African Nations as Variant Identified
The British health secretary said the ban takes effect on Friday. Earlier on Thursday, South African scientists said they had identified a new variant.
South Africa Identifies New Variant of Coronavirus
Within hours of the announcement, Britain, Israel and Singapore had restricted travel from South Africa and some nearby countries.
‘Lurching Between Crisis and Complacency’: Was This Our Last Covid Surge?
Rising immunity and modest changes in behavior may explain why cases are declining, but much remains unknown, scientists say.
What the Future May Hold for the Coronavirus and Us
Viral evolution is a long game. Here’s where scientists think we could be headed.
Battling Delta, New Zealand Abandons Its Zero-Covid Ambitions
The country is changing course seven weeks into a lockdown that has failed to end the outbreak and tested the patience of many residents.
Is the Coronavirus Getting Better at Airborne Transmission?
The Alpha variant traveled more efficiently in small droplets, two new studies found. The Delta variant may have continued this evolution.