Here are six of the biggest COVID stories to hit this week.
Australia clamps down on 'most concerning day of the pandemic'
Erykah Badu issued a public apology for being a "terrible guest" after sharing footage from Barack Obama's exclusive 60th birthday bash in Martha’s Vineyard.
US issues new terrorism threat warning ahead of 9/11 anniversary
US authorizes Covid boosters for those with weakened immune systems
Stocks make modest gains after days of records
Analysts say China’s “zero tolerance” policy for COVID-19 could impact the global economy.
Virgin Galactic Holdings shares dropped over 3% on Friday.
A third dose of the COVID vaccine has been approved for certain individuals.
Consumer confidence dropped to a record low in August, as consumers are “met with a mixture of reason and emotion" caused by the resurgence of the pandemic.
Three injured as Thai police fire rubber bullets at Bangkok rally
The child attended school for two days before it was discovered that they had tested positive for the virus.
Peter Ben Embarek said the Chinese researchers in the group were against connecting the origins of the pandemic to the Wuhan Lab.
Bob Chapek reportedly said he and former Bob Iger had determined the dual release plan for several of this year's movies, calling the move "the right strategy."
Matt Roloff is working on a new building at their family farm and is trying to finish it before his ex-wife Amy's wedding.
The Carnival Vista ship sailing to Belize had 26 crewmembers and one passenger test positive for COVID-19.
Neighbors alerted police after noticing a stench emanating from the house.
Growing Sydney outbreak prompts new borders inside Australia
Greek economy to grow despite Covid, fires: minister
'Unprecedented' number of migrants cross Mexico border: US govt
China rejects need for further WHO coronavirus origins probe
Laura Osnes is no longer part of the "Crazy For You" production after she refused to get vaccinated, according to a report.