'Without Merit': Federal Court Dismisses Oklahoma Challenge To Vaccine Mandate For National Guard
Oklahoma's resistance against the Pentagon's vaccination mandate for National Guard members was dealt a setback on Thursday after a federal judge ruled against the state, arguing its case was "without merit."
Can One COVID Variant Protect Against Another? New Study Suggests This Is True
Can overcoming an infection with the Omicron variant of COVID-19 actually create more immunity to earlier variants? A new study by South African researchers suggested this may be true.
New York City Public Schools Alter Quarantine Rules, Stockpile Testing Kits For January Reopening
New York City’s public schools are bracing themselves ahead of a new semester by stockpiling testing kits and reworking its policies to protect students against COVID-19.
US Cities See Housing Prices Soar By 18.4% In October
Housing prices in the largest cities across the U.S. rose by 18.4% in October for the year in every major metropolitan area, continuing the market's surge in the face of the COVID-19 crisis.
Fauci Says Vaccine Mandate For Domestic Flights Something To 'Seriously' Consider Over Omicron Fears
A vaccine mandate may be something to “seriously consider” for domestic flights in order to protect against the Omicron variant of COVID-19, said Dr. Anthony Fauci.
New York Sees Grim Daily Record of COVID-19 Cases As New City Mandate Takes Effect
New York has hit a new daily record of COVID-19 cases after reporting a total of 49,708 cases over the weekend. This news comes on the same day that New York City begins applying a more stringent vaccine mandate.
These 5 States Have Extended Unemployment Benefits To Workers Fired Over Vaccine Mandate
Five Republican-led states are extending jobless benefits to those who quit their job over COVID-19 vaccine mandates, despite business opposition and declining to end unemployment aid earlier this summer.
How Do You Find The Right Therapist? Here Are Some Important Tips From Experts
Finding a good therapist is an art more than it is a science. So how do you increase your odds of finding a good therapist and having a productive relationship with them?
These States Were The Most 'Entrepreneurial Minded' In 2021 Despite COVID-19
After nearly two years of economic disruption created by COVID-19, more Americans are looking to start their own businesses. Here are some of the most entrepreneurial states of the last year.
Holiday Travel Hacks: 3 Steps To Protect Your Data When Using Public Wi-Fi
If you are traveling this holiday season, odds are you will have to log on to public Wi-Fi at some point. Here are three tips to help keep your data safe on the go.
Which States Are Seeing The Fastest Recovery On Employment Since The Start Of COVID-19?
The U.S economy has been treading a steady path towards recovery after two years of disruption from COVID-19. While the process isn't yet complete, a new study aims to show just how well some states have rebounded since the start of the pandemic.
Going To Times Square For New Year's Eve? Mayor Announces Mask Policy
The city will have new requirements for the event.
Flight Attendant Union Lashes Out At Delta Airlines For Requesting Shorter COVID Quarantine
The head of the largest union representing flight attendants in the United States slammed Delta Air Lines for seeking a reduced quarantine period for new COVID cases, an emerging debate as Omicron fears spread.
New US Home Sales Hit 744,000 In November As Demand Remains Strong
Home sales for new single-family houses hit 744,000 in November as housing demand remains high.
Americans Maintain Their Pessimism That Inflation Will Not Improve Starting In 2022
The University of Michigan released its latest surveys for consumer confidence and expectations and it found that U.S consumers are not expecting an easy start to the new year because of rising inflation.
Inflation Jumps 5.7% In November To Highest Level Seen Since 1982
Inflation in the United States hit another dour milestone with the price of core goods rising by 5.7% in the last year, the highest reading for November since 1982.
US GDP Barely Budges Past Forecasts With 2.3% Growth, Slowest In 2021
U.S gross domestic product (GDP) for the third quarter rose slightly by 2.3%, the slowest growth recorded since the second quarter of 2020.
NYPD Brings Back Mask Policy As COVID Takes Renewed Toll On Officers
The New York City Police Department (NYPD) has brought back a mask policy for its officers as COVID-19 cases mount within their ranks with up to 7.8% of its officers reportedly sick with the virus.
This State Is The Latest To Call On National Guard To Help Hospitals Cope With COVID-19
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker called up 500 members of the state's National Guard to help staff hospitals amid a surge in COVID-19 cases, joining three other states that have done the same ahead of this winter.
US Current Account Deficit Widens In Q3 By $16.5 Billion, The Highest In 15 Years
The U.S current account deficit widened in the third quarter by 8.3% to $214.8 billion, bringing the final figure to its highest level in 15 years.
Biden Administration Makes 'Giant Step Forward' With New Emissions Standard For Auto Industry
The Biden administration has announced a new emissions standard for automakers in the United States as it searches to find areas to make meaningful action on climate change as efforts in Congress falter.
Fundamentals Of US Economy Remain Strong And Room For Expansion Exists For 2022
The fundamentals of the U.S economy are showing signs of health in spite of inflation and COVID-19 concerns which promises space for continued economic growth going into 2022.
Will Manchin's 'No' On Spending Bill Hurt Economic Growth? Goldman Sachs Says 'Yes'
Investment bank Goldman Sachs warns that Sen. Joe Manchin’s opposition to President Biden's Build Back Better agenda will hurt U.S economic growth in 2022 and the path forward to passing the bill now appears closed.
California Business Community Criticizes Plan To Restore Pandemic Regulations For Vaccinated Workers
Businesses in California are voicing their opposition to a plan by the state to end distinctions for vaccinated and unvaccinated workers that they say will make harder to maintain a robust labor force.
Will Sea Levels Rise Again In Next Decade? Scientists Worry The Answer Is 'Yes'
Scientists are worried that the world will experience rising sea levels in the next decade if a large Antarctic glacier collapses into the ocean. This, they warn, could push global sea levels up by about 25%.
Regeneron CEO Hopes To Deliver Antibody Cocktail To Fight Omicron In 2022
Regeneron’s CEO says that his company is working on a new antibody cocktail that will be effective against the Omicron variant of COVID-19 after the company expressed concern its current treatment may be less effective.
Initial Unemployment Claims Climb Higher From Historic Lows
In its weekly report, the Labor Department found that there were 206,000 initial unemployment claims last week, tacking away from the historic low recorded last week.
Fed Reveals Plans To Speed Up End Of Stimulus Programs And Raise Rates In 2022
The Federal Reserve plans to pick up the pace of its asset tapering program and hike interest rates in 2022, a sign that rising inflation has forced the central bank to do more faster.
Teen Drug Use Falls To Its Lowest Level Since 1975, Says US Government Survey
Teens are using less illicit drugs and alcohol according to findings.
These Five Governors Call On Pentagon To Revoke COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate For National Guard Members
A group of U.S governors from five states have called on the Pentagon to rescind its vaccine mandate for members of the National Guard, arguing that the department is exceeding its authority with the vaccination requirement.