The government has staked its political legitimacy on controlling the virus better than other countries, especially its geopolitical rivals.
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Melbourne, 262 Days in Lockdown, Celebrates a Reopening
After hitting a vaccination target, Australia’s second largest city now has many fewer restrictions.
Melbourne, 262 Days in Lockdown, Celebrates a Reopening
After hitting a vaccination target, Australia’s second largest city now has many fewer restrictions.
U.S. Ramps Up Covid Boosters as Poor Nations Await First Doses
The booster program underlines the disparity in vaccine access, with wealthier nations accounting for more than three-quarters of all doses administered so far.
Rise in Cases and Deaths Tests Britain’s Gamble on Few Virus Restrictions
The country’s grand experiment — opening up with hardly any restrictions — is facing its toughest test yet.
With Covid Cases Rising, Moscow’s Mayor Announces Lockdown
Like many countries, Russia has seesawed between tighter and looser pandemic restrictions. As the coronavirus claims more victims, the pendulum is now swinging toward tightening.
Covid Cases Rise in Some Caribbean Islands, W.H.O. Says
Many nations and territories in the region have had trouble rolling out vaccination drives and need test more, officials said.
Covid Cases Rise in Some Caribbean Islands, W.H.O. Says
Many nations and territories in the region have had trouble rolling out vaccination drives and need to ramp up testing, officials said.
Egypt imposes a vaccine mandate for all government workers and university students.
Officials expect major deliveries of doses by the end of the month to speed up the country’s vaccination efforts.
Britain Resists Calls to Introduce Covid Restrictions
The number of new cases in Britain is among the highest in the world, but the government has said there is no need to impose indoor mask mandates or other restrictions.