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The Army is increasing its largest signing bonus to $50,000 for some new recruits
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
Until now, the Army has offered a maximum bonus of $40,000. The head of Recruiting Command said the pandemic has made attracting new talent much more of a challenge.
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice 'extremely unwell' after testing positive for COVID-19
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
Results from the governor's rapid test Tuesday morning came back negative. However, results from his PCR test came back positive, according to a statement.
Medicare proposes covering expensive Alzheimer's drug for those in clinical trials
Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Aduhelm is the first treatment approved in the country to slow cognitive decline in those living with Alzheimer's. Doctors have refused to prescribe it, given the lack of data and evidence behind it.
The poet Maya Angelou is the first Black woman to be featured on a U.S. quarter
Monday, January 10, 2022
The Maya Angelou design is the first quarter in the "American Women Quarters Program" — a four-year program that will feature prominent women in U.S. history.
How to get insurance to pay for at-home COVID tests, according to the White House
Monday, January 10, 2022
The Biden administration says Americans should be able to order COVID-19 tests online later this month. Those who are eligible can get eight free over-the-counter at-home tests a month.
An Uber rider who got stuck in the Virginia traffic jam ended up with a $600 bill
Thursday, January 06, 2022
Andrew Peters was stuck on I-95 for nine hours this week after snow and ice caused tractor-trailers to jackknife on the interstate, making the road impassable. By Thursday, Uber had offered a refund.
California extends its indoor mask mandate until February as omicron surge continues
Wednesday, January 05, 2022
So far, nearly 80% of California residents have been vaccinated with at least one dose of the COVID vaccine. The extended statewide mask mandate is set to expire on Feb. 15.
CDC recommends Pfizer COVID booster for kids as young as 12
Wednesday, January 05, 2022
The new recommendation for adolescents age 12-17 came hours after a panel of CDC advisers voted in favor of it. The boosters should be given five months after initial immunization.
Australia cancels Novak Djokovic's visa after his earlier COVID vaccine exemption
Wednesday, January 05, 2022
The Australian Border Force said the top-ranked tennis player "failed to provide appropriate evidence to meet the entry requirements to Australia, and his visa has been subsequently cancelled."
The CDC says a test to get out of COVID isolation is not needed, resisting pushback
Tuesday, January 04, 2022
Those who contracted COVID-19 can end their isolation after five days while continuing to wear a well-fitting mask for an additional five days, according to the agency.
Late-night hosts Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers test positive for COVID-19
Tuesday, January 04, 2022
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon and Late Night With Seth Meyers are both taped at New York City's 30 Rockefeller Plaza. Meyers' show has been canceled for the rest of this week.
Over 30,000 Coloradans ordered to evacuate as fires overtake their towns
Thursday, December 30, 2021
Thousands of residents in three communities near Denver were ordered to evacuate Thursday as wind-fueled wildfires engulfed parts of the area, scorching hundreds of homes and buildings.
People should avoid cruise travel regardless of their vaccination status, the CDC says
Thursday, December 30, 2021
The CDC revised its guidance Thursday, as 91 cruise ships are under investigation for COVID outbreaks onboard. Most cruise lines require adult passengers to show proof of vaccination against COVID-19.
A complete guide to what is — and isn't — open this Christmas
Friday, December 24, 2021
Many major retailers and fast-food chains have announced they will be closed. A few, however, will stay open for customers.
Walmart sued for allegedly dumping hazardous waste in California
Monday, December 20, 2021
Investigators said inspections of trash compactors from Walmart stores over the last six years found dozens of items classified as either hazardous waste or customer records with personal information.
Omicron is now the dominant COVID strain in the U.S., making up 73% of new infections
Monday, December 20, 2021
Underscoring its high transmissibility, in a week, omicron went from a 12.6% share of new COVID infections in the U.S. to a dominant 73.2%, according to the CDC's latest estimates.
Peloton pulls ad featuring actor Chris Noth after he's accused of sexual assault
Thursday, December 16, 2021
The Sex and the City star told The Hollywood Reporter that the allegations are "categorically false." The ad that was withdrawn had been viewed more than 3 million times online.
California allows San Francisco to maintain existing COVID-19 masking rules
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Starting Wednesday, a statewide mask mandate was back in effect, but vaccinated San Francisco residents will be allowed to go without face coverings inside gyms and workplaces.
FDA relaxes controversial restrictions on access to abortion pill by mail
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
The agency's decision to ease access to the drug mifepristone comes at a time when abortion rights are being increasingly restricted nationwide.
Kronos hack will likely affect how employers issue paychecks and track hours
Tuesday, December 14, 2021
The attack affects several of its systems, including how employees can track their paid time off and how they can get paid, according to the company.