New rules for air travel set as America reopens to the World
The Biden Administration has set new rules for foreign travelers wanting to come to the US. The flight restrictions are being lifted for the first time since the Pandemic began in 2020. The plan to reopen the US to foreigners from November 08 has the requirement to only allow fully… Continue reading New rules for air travel set as America reopens to the World
Former Secretary of State Colin Powell dies of COVID-19
Former Secretary of State and Chairman Joint Chiefs Gen. Colin Powell, 84, has passed away from complications related to COVID-19. Gen. Powell played a major role in shaping the post-9/11 American foreign policy. He was the first Black Secretary of State and served during a period of uncertainty, when America… Continue reading Former Secretary of State Colin Powell dies of COVID-19
Borders to be reopened for fully vaccinated from Nov. 08
The US is set to lift its travel ban for fully vaccinated individuals from November 08. The White House announced that vaccinated individuals who have had a negative COVID test 72 hours before boarding will be allowed to enter. Restrictions were imposed last year when countries, including the US were… Continue reading Borders to be reopened for fully vaccinated from Nov. 08
DOJ to combat mask mandate induced threats against teachers
The Department of Justice is preparing to combat intimidation and threats against school teachers and board members from upset parents. The FBI is penning strategies that would address the problem, according to AG Merrick B Garland. Schools across the country have reported a rise in threats against staff members. Though,… Continue reading DOJ to combat mask mandate induced threats against teachers
Sotomayor denies NYC teachers’ request to stop vaccine mandate
Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor has denied to block a New York City vaccine mandate for all public school employees. Mayor Bill de Blasio’s vaccine mandate requires all school staff, including teachers to be vaccinated against the virus by 5PM on Oct. 01. Failing to comply will result in possible… Continue reading Sotomayor denies NYC teachers’ request to stop vaccine mandate
YouTube will censor all “anti-vaccine” information
YouTube released a statement today announcing (according to many) the beginning of the end for free speech on its platform. The platform will now remove all videos that spread alleged misinformation related to vaccines. The crackdown won’t be limited to COVID-19 but vaccines in general, and action will now be… Continue reading YouTube will censor all “anti-vaccine” information
2022 Winter Olympics: US athletes told to get vaccinated
US athletes competing at the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympics must get vaccinated by November 01. The mandate comes after some unvaccinated Americans competing at the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics were criticized for holding “mask-less” press briefings. The US Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) guidelines tell all employees, contractors… Continue reading 2022 Winter Olympics: US athletes told to get vaccinated
US to lift travel ban for vaccinated from Europe
US will lift the COVID-19 travel ban for fully vaccinated passengers arriving from UK and the rest of Europe. The ban will be lifted from November, the Biden administration announced. It was imposed by the Administration of President Donald Trump in March 2020. Alongside UK and 26 Schengen countries in… Continue reading US to lift travel ban for vaccinated from Europe
Japan: Black specks found in Moderna vaccine
A Japanese pharmacist has found black specks inside a vial of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine, according to officials. Over 3,500 people have already received the vaccine out of the batch that has since been put on hold. Two people had reportedly died after receiving the Moderna shot in Japan, raising… Continue reading Japan: Black specks found in Moderna vaccine
Delta imposes $200 fee on unvaccinated staff
Delta, America’s third largest airline is imposing a $200 monthly fee on all staffers who remain unvaccinated against COVID-19. The airline will also pay those on sick leave with COVID only if they have been fully vaccinated. With this measure they hope to curb the spread of the Delta variant… Continue reading Delta imposes $200 fee on unvaccinated staff