New Zealand is taking measures to limit the spread of Omicron, including delaying the reopening of its borders. It has detected 22 cases of Omicron in international arrivals.
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Omicron Response Divides Europe as Cases Surge
As some nations impose tough restrictions in the face of soaring cases, others, including France, are lying back for the moment.
Novavax’s Covid Vaccine Is Authorized in Europe
The vaccine will be the fifth to become available in the E.U., which already has ample supplies.
Israel Bars Travel to U.S. or Canada as Omicron Surges
The countries were added to Israel’s rapidly growing “red list” as Prime Minister Naftali Bennett’s government tries to slow Omicron’s spread.
Your Monday Briefing: Omicron Evades Many Vaccines
And elections in Hong Kong.
U.K. Weighing Lockdown Amid an Omicron Wave and Political Turmoil
Britain’s health secretary said on Sunday he wouldn’t rule out more restrictions before Christmas, but the prime minister would most likely face sharp pushback from his own party.
Most of the World’s Vaccines Likely Won’t Prevent Infection From Omicron
They do seem to offer significant protection against severe illness, but the consequences of rapidly spreading infection worry many public health experts.
With Omicron Surging, London Declares a ‘Major Incident’
The Greater London area has seen cases rise by nearly 200 percent over the last two weeks, making it the hardest hit area of Britain.
South Africa Hospitalizations Lower in Omicron Wave, but Caveats Apply
Researchers warned that the epicenter of the country’s outbreak is more highly vaccinated than others, and that natural immunity is also high.
Omicron Threatens Red America
In many communities, most adults remain unvaccinated.