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fromBoston.com
13 hours ago

Got the sniffles? Here's what to know about summer colds and the COVID-19 variant called stratus.

COVID-19 is increasing in most U.S. states despite lower summer virus activity.
fromBrooklynVegan
1 day ago

Ashes and Diamonds (mems Bauhaus, PiL, Sade) announce debut album: hear "On a Rocka"

'Yes it's been a long wait. We actually started this project about seven years ago but because of Covid it's taken all this time to be truly satisfied with the final product,' Ash says.
London music
#mrna-vaccines
fromMedCity News
1 week ago
Public health

RFK Jr. Cancels $500M in mRNA R&D Contracts as HHS Turns Focus to Older, Slower Vaccine Technologies - MedCity News

US politics
fromKqed
1 week ago

Health Experts Alarmed by RFK Jr.'s 'Frightening' Cuts to mRNA Vaccine Funding | KQED

The Department of Health and Human Services is canceling nearly half a billion dollars in mRNA vaccine contracts due to unfounded safety concerns.
Public health
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

RFK Jr. Cancels mRNA Vaccine Contracts: How Experts Are Pushing Back

HHS will terminate nearly $500 million in mRNA vaccine contracts, halting future funding for mRNA development.
fromMedCity News
1 week ago
Public health

RFK Jr. Cancels $500M in mRNA R&D Contracts as HHS Turns Focus to Older, Slower Vaccine Technologies - MedCity News

fromKqed
1 week ago
US politics

Health Experts Alarmed by RFK Jr.'s 'Frightening' Cuts to mRNA Vaccine Funding | KQED

fromThe Nation
22 hours ago

Covid Contrarianism Has Crossed the Aisle

The new right emerged as a response to societal changes post-2020, such as enforced lockdowns and vaccinations, criticizing perceived excesses of social justice movements.
US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

FEMA still owes SF millions of dollars for unhoused hotel expenses and more during COVID-19 pandemic

Homeless housing initiatives during COVID-19 led to increased drug addiction problems and overdose deaths in San Francisco.
Public health
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Senan Molony: Does Covid-19 firefighter Tony Holohan have what it takes to win the Aras?

Tony Holohan's public recognition stems from his role during societal stress times.
#cdc
fromAxios
1 day ago
Public health

These states have the highest COVID cases right now as "stratus" variant erupts

fromAxios
1 day ago
Public health

These states have the highest COVID cases right now as "stratus" variant erupts

#public-health
Public health
fromHealthbeat
2 weeks ago

Your NY health update: 1st West Nile cases, Covid uptick

New York reported its first two human cases of West Nile Virus in 2025, signaling an early start of the season.
Public health
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Santa Cruz health officer: Summer COVID infections elevated but manageable

COVID-19 cases in Santa Cruz County are currently steady, manageable, and not overwhelming the healthcare system.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

East Bay restaurants are struggling under the weight of COVID-era loans. This food entrepreneur is rallying support

Many small businesses face closure due to burdensome Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) from the COVID pandemic, which lack forgiveness options.
Food & drink
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 day ago

East Bay restaurants are struggling under the weight of COVID-era loans. This food entrepreneur is rallying support

EIDL loans helped many restaurants during COVID but carry a debt burden that may lead to closures.
fromMail Online
1 day ago

Men can't cope under pressure! Married blokes are more likely to CHEAT

'Our recent research found that parents, compared to non-parents, reported higher desire for and engagement in infidelity during periods of significant external stress, such as the COVID-19 pandemic.'
Relationships
Public health
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Bay Area COVID-19 levels surge 32% just before school starts

COVID-19 levels in Bay Area wastewater increased by 32%, suggesting a rise in cases as schools prepare to reopen.
#vaccines
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Casual Carpool is Back, Set to Launch Tuesday in Oakland's Grand Lake Neighborhood

The revival of Casual Carpool services in the Bay Area resumes, aimed at easing the return to office commuting challenges.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump's Former Surgeon General Rips RFK Jr For Trying to Undermine' President's Greatest Achievement'

Adams criticized Kennedy's cuts to vaccine research funding, asserting mRNA technology has saved millions and played a key role in COVID-19 vaccine development.
#mrna-technology
fromAxios
4 days ago
Public health

RFK Jr.'s vaccine pullback stokes fears of lost medical breakthroughs

fromAxios
4 days ago
Public health

RFK Jr.'s vaccine pullback stokes fears of lost medical breakthroughs

fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

CDC Staffers Saw the Violence Coming

The shooter, Patrick Joseph White, was reportedly fixated on the idea that the COVID-19 vaccine had made him depressed and suicidal.
Public health
fromBleu Mag
1 week ago

How return-to-office policies are shaping employee mental health

The COVID-19 pandemic fundamentally transformed the work landscape, with remote work expanding from 9 million in 2019 to nearly 28 million by 2021, significantly altering expectations and daily routines.
Remote teams
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Why is Perfume Genius obsessed with demented things?

Mike Hadreas's experiences with danger and sobriety have shaped his music, leading to meaningful storytelling and introspection through his latest album, Glory.
#vaccination
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Coronavirus

Covid cases rising in US as officials plan to restrict booster vaccines

Covid-19 cases are rising again in the US with new vaccine restrictions complicating vaccination efforts, risking more severe future waves.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

The Trump administration is making viruses great again | Arwa Mahdawi

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is undermining vaccine progress by making controversial health recommendations, notably regarding measles and Covid-19 vaccinations.
fromEast Hampton, NY Patch
1 week ago

New COVID Variant 'Stratus' Has This Distinctive Symptom: See Latest NY Data

Stratus variant may present a never-before-seen symptom: hoarseness, alongside typical COVID symptoms like fever, cough, and fatigue, affecting public health understanding.
Public health
New York City
fromAP News
1 week ago

One woman set out to visit every museum in New York City. Here's what she's learned so far

Jane August aims to visit all museums in NYC, having documented 136 so far and planning to finish by age 30.
California
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Day Around the Bay: United Airlines Grounds All Flights at SFO

COVID levels quadrupled in California during July, consistent with past seasonal trends.
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Mathematicians Startled by 17-Year-Old With Uncanny Abilities

Cairo's self-taught skills led her to disprove the Mizohata-Takeuchi conjecture, a long-standing math proposition concerning wave patterns on surfaces.
Education
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

50 most popular chain restaurants in America

Chain restaurants have significantly influenced American culture and dining habits since 1926.
fromBuzzFeed
1 week ago

"It's Basically Scientific Racism": Medical Experts Hate RFK Jr.'s Claim About Black People And Vaccines

Kennedy's comments on vaccine schedules for Black individuals have sparked backlash from medical associations for promoting misinformation.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 week ago

Former Intel board members: America's champion is likely to retreat, and we still need a leading-edge chip manufacturer

The U.S. must prioritize American-owned semiconductor manufacturing to secure its supply chains and technological supremacy in AI and critical technologies.
Design
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

"Even If You Want to Be a Gardener, Study Architecture": Archigram Co-Founder Sir Peter Cook on Boldness, Creativity, and Architectural Education

Creativity and boldness in architecture are essential, especially during uncertain times like the COVID-19 pandemic.
fromNewsday
1 week ago

Manhattan jury awards $4M to LI ophthalmologist Dr. Habeeb Ahmad, court records show

A Manhattan jury awarded $4 million to Dr. Habeeb Ahmad for discrimination after he became disabled from COVID-19, emphasizing employers' duty to accommodate disabled employees.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

New COVID surge emerges as Bay Area students head back to school

COVID-19 cases are rising in Northern California, posing a risk to children returning to school.
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Trump's reaction to the jobs report follows a familiar playbook of discrediting unfavorable data

Trump discredits uncomfortable economic data and attacks messengers instead of accepting realities.
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

The COVID Season Was as Good as Sports Get

Daryl Morey stated that the NBA championship LeBron James and the Lakers won in 2020 should have an 'asterisk' next to it, arguing it doesn't represent a genuine victory.
LA real estate
fromNature
2 weeks ago

Daily briefing: Respiratory illness can 'wake up' dormant cancer cells

Respiratory illnesses like COVID-19 can awaken dormant cancer cells in mice.
#film-analysis
#education
East Bay real estate
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Out of dough: $212K missing and bank account frozen for Walnut Creek bakery after 'ID mishap'

A bakery owner faced financial turmoil when a clerical error temporarily froze her business account, jeopardizing her ability to pay employees.
Philosophy
fromAeon
1 week ago

In a changing world, nests remain a site of safety and nurture | Aeon Essays

Nesting in the animal world plays a crucial role in survival, showcasing behaviors adapted to ensure the thriving of offspring.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Siobhan McSweeney tells a truly surreal tale: best podcasts of the week

A podcast series recounts the surreal experiences of a crew aboard a cargo ship during the Covid pandemic.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Column: Of course the Lakers' 2020 win counts as a real championship

The legitimacy of the Lakers' 2020 championship is challenged due to pandemic-related circumstances.
Television
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

Watching the "King of the Hill" Revival from Texas

'King of the Hill' provides a unique slice-of-life experience, showcasing the complexities of suburban life through its central character, Hank Hill.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Exclusive | Thousands of New Yorkers - including 'Orange is the New Black' actor Matt McGorry - suffer from 'Long COVID'

A COVID and flu vaccination campaign conducted by the Health Department over the past year referred 21,805 residents to receive long-COVID-specific services during medical check-ups and outreach programs.
Public health
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Unmasking Richard Brennan: how rapist former priest kept his dark crimes hidden while living in US

Richard Brennan was previously admired for his hospital and church work before his history of abuse was revealed.
fromMacstories
2 weeks ago

Revisiting Camera Apps

When I worked in downtown Chicago and was figuring out what my next thing would be, I spent a lot of time wandering around the West Loop taking photos.
Photography
fromNature
3 weeks ago

Daily briefing: Scans reveal that optimists share similar brain-activity patterns

A brain-imaging study reveals that optimistic people's brain activity patterns are alike, whereas pessimists exhibit more varied and idiosyncratic brain activities, suggesting implications for mental health.
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Harvey Fierstein: There are so few heterosexual men that I know that I look up to'

Gardening is much more dangerous than quilting, and Harvey Fierstein recounts a humorous mishap with a rose bush that left him bleeding. He now creates approximately 80 to 90 quilts.
Arts
#eddington
fromVulture
3 weeks ago
Film

What's Up With the Woke Teens in Eddington?

Eddington satirizes performative activism among Gen-Z teens during a pandemic and their attempts to gain relevance through social justice gestures.
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago
Arts

The problem(s) with Ari Aster's 'Eddington'

Eddington critiques the shallow reproduction of social justice movements during a tumultuous year, highlighting the disconnect between activism and genuine action.
#ari-aster
Parenting
fromhttps://scoop.upworthy.com
3 weeks ago

Mom shares her seven-year-old's heartbreaking drawing of her working - and it hits you right in the heart

A mother's reflection on a child's drawing reveals deep emotions about parental work-life balance.
#brain-ageing
fromNature
3 weeks ago
Mental health

People's brains aged faster during the COVID pandemic - even the uninfected

fromNature
3 weeks ago
Mental health

People's brains aged faster during the COVID pandemic - even the uninfected

Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Sali Hughes on beauty: if your teen won't wear sunscreen, try tempting them with these products

Anti-science theories against sunscreen pose a risk, especially to teenagers, despite strong evidence supporting its protective benefits against skin cancer.
Podcast
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

In the world of Eddington, the conspiracy theorists might be right.

Ari Aster's film 'Eddington' explores themes of conspiracy and mental instability during the summer of 2020.
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Eating disorder recovery in a world of diet culture

Eating disorders among teenagers increased dramatically during the COVID-19 pandemic due to isolation and media influences.
Public health
fromThe Conversation
3 weeks ago

I have a bit of a cold. Am I sick enough to take a day off work?

Many Australians experience mild cold symptoms during peak flu season, prompting questions about taking sick leave or working through illness.
Public health
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

COVID-19 pandemic sped up brain aging, says study DW 07/22/2025

Living through the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated brain aging by 5.5 months on average, affecting cognitive function particularly in older and disadvantaged individuals.
Science
fromNature
3 weeks ago

The COVID-19 pandemic transformed this scientist into a research-integrity sleuth

Rapid publication of COVID-19 research during the pandemic led to increased scrutiny and analysis due to quality control issues.
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

The Reason You Don't See Peanuts At Texas Roadhouse Anymore - Tasting Table

In the past, Texas Roadhouse restaurants featured peanut shells covering the floor, inviting guests to toss shells while waiting for their meals. Nowadays, this tradition has changed. Patrons can still request peanuts, but they come in packets instead of being served loose. This change is largely due to safety concerns, as several lawsuits arose from patrons slipping on shells, alongside health considerations such as germ spreading and peanut allergies.
Food & drink
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

My favourite room: 'I found the chemo ward really lonely and since then I've thought of it a lot and about what would have helped'

Olivia Carpenter's new start-up helps cancer patients and her home renovation holds family memories.
fromAudacy
3 weeks ago

Hybrid work models are disappearing at these companies

In-person work is increasing at Fortune 100 companies, with hybrid or remote options becoming less common.
Philosophy
fromA Philosopher's Blog
3 weeks ago

Trump Supporters: Accomplices or Victims?

Supporters profess belief in Trump's logically inconsistent claims, especially regarding COVID-19, illustrating a divide between truth and perception.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Literature has completely changed my life': footballer Hector Bellerin's reading list

Hector Bellerin's Instagram showcases his passion for literature, featuring a variety of books including classics and contemporary works that emphasize queer life and surrealism.
Mental health
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

A Nasty, Cynical, and Eerily Accurate Look at All-Too-Recent History

The film Eddington critiques the internet's role during the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting misinformation and paranoia fostered by digital connections.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Sheena McGinley: What's happening to US chat show hosts like Stephen Colbert suits Donald Trump down to the ground

Late-night talk shows have served as a source of comfort and connection during difficult times.
Coronavirus
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 weeks ago

Bay Area COVID levels now higher than winter peak

Bay Area COVID-19 levels have exceeded winter peaks, primarily due to the new Nimbus variant, leading to a rise in infections and sore throat symptoms.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
4 weeks ago

FilmWatch Weekly: 'Sovereign' and Ari Aster's 'Eddington' explore American divisions * Oregon ArtsWatch

America faces confusion over ideals of capitalism and Christianity, spurred by populist leaders and misinformation.
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