COVID reemergence: Germany′s situation ′critical′

The German health minister has called on the federal states to reevaluate the coronavirus rules before restrictions are lifted. In other news, a Chinese city locks down as COVID cases rise. Follow DW for more. German Health Minister Karl Lauterbach said the impact of COVID-19 in the country had reached a “critical” level after the number of infections … Read moreCOVID reemergence: Germany′s situation ′critical′

AP reports on ‘All-out effort’ to keep Biden COVID-free

When President Joe Biden met with U.S. governors at the White House on Monday, he was the only one given a glass of water — lest anyone else remove their mask to take a drink. The president was seated more than 10 feet from everyone, including Vice President Kamala Harris and members of his Cabinet. … Read moreAP reports on ‘All-out effort’ to keep Biden COVID-free

Lockdowns had ‘little or no impact’ on COVID-19 deaths, new study shows

“We find no evidence that lockdowns, school closures, border closures, and limiting gatherings have had a noticeable effect on COVID-19 mortality,” the researchers wrote. But the research paper said lockdowns did have “devastating effects” on the economy and contributed to numerous social ills. “They have contributed to reducing economic activity, raising unemployment, reducing schooling, causing … Read moreLockdowns had ‘little or no impact’ on COVID-19 deaths, new study shows