In Reversal, Merkel Drops Plan For Lockdown In Germany Ahead Of Easter
German Chancellor Angela Merkel called the planned lockdown "a mistake" on Wednesday, and she took the blame for the decision.
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India Sees Spike In Confirmed Coronavirus Cases — And Variants
India is reporting its largest spike in new coronavirus cases since November. Its health ministry said that several concerning variants have been detected.
'Basically In A New Pandemic,' Says Merkel, As Germany Extends Lockdown
The German chancellor announced an intensified coronavirus lockdown going into Easter, warning that new mutations raised the specter of a potentially deadly "third wave" of COVID-19.
Texas Roadhouse Founder Kent Taylor Dies After Struggle With 'Post-COVID-19' Symptoms
Taylor, who gave up his salary last year to support front-line restaurant workers, is being remembered as a "people-first leader." He died by suicide last week at age 65.
European Scientists Zero In On AstraZeneca Blood Clot Link
A rare blood clotting condition has occurred in some people after receiving the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine. If the new research is correct, it could mean that blood clots could be easily treated.
Miami Beach Issues Curfew To Curb Spring Break; Virus Knocks VCU From March Madness
"Too many people are coming here right now," Mayor Dan Gelber said on Saturday as he proclaimed a 72-hour state of emergency to address swelling crowds and fears of fueling new a surge in cases.
New Lockdowns In Europe As COVID-19 Cases Soar; Pakistan's PM Tests Positive
Several European countries have imposed new lockdown restrictions as COVD-19 cases soar. In Pakistan, Prime Minister Imran Khan is self-isolating at home after testing positive for the virus.
Overseas Spectators Will Be Banned From Tokyo Olympics Due To COVID-19 Risks
Tokyo organizers on Saturday announced that foreign spectators will be barred from attending this year's Olympic and Paralympic Games due to concerns over COVID-19.
Not Enough Vaccine Doses In Europe To Stop A 3rd Wave, German Health Minister Says
German Health Minister Jens Spahn says he's in favor of acquiring Russia's Sputnik V vaccine, noting that new infections in Germany are rising at a "very clearly exponential rate."
European Medicines Agency Finds AstraZeneca Vaccine Safe And Effective
"Its benefits continue to be far greater than its risks," said Dr. Sabine Straus of the agency's risk committee. It found no increase in the overall risk of blood clots with the vaccine.
