5 Things You Should Know This Dec. 21: America Could Have A “Grim Start” To The New Year

The US will increase the number of visas for visiting workers. Ómicron now causes more than 73% of new COVID-19 cases and leaves one death in the US (not vaccinated). This is what you need to know to start the day. Truth first.

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America could have a “bleak start” to the new year

With the new delta and omicron coronavirus variants spreading across the country as the new year approaches, health experts are urging Americans to get vaccinated against covid-19 or put on a booster to protect themselves. and others before facing increased chances of infection.

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Moderna Says Her Booster Dose Raises Omicron Antibody Levels

The biotech company Moderna announced that preliminary data suggests that its half-dose booster dose increased antibody levels against the omicron variant compared to levels seen when a fully vaccinated person does not receive a booster, and a higher dose of the booster. raises antibody levels even more.

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US to increase number of visas for visiting workers

The Joe Biden Administration will issue an additional 20,000 visas for seasonal temporary workers for the first time this winter. This was announced by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS, for its acronym in English).

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US stocks and oil fall

Investors hoping for an easy Christmas week could be deeply disappointed as stocks and oil prices fell amid mounting threats to the global economy.

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Two hits for Biden

Democratic Senator Joe Manchin dealt a blow to his party’s agenda on Sunday when he said he would not support President Joe Biden’s economic and climate package. And he did so just as the White House faces another winter under the influence of the coronavirus, which will likely further aggravate the situation for the nation that also enters a midterm election year. Analysis.

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At coffee time

Why Gender Neutral Christmas Gifts Are Important To Your Kids

Not long ago this might have seemed like a radical approach to parenting, much more to holiday shopping. But rejecting hypergender ‘marketing’ of children’s material worlds is increasingly common, and not just from parents or activist groups.

Queen Elizabeth will not travel to Sandringham for Christmas, says source

Queen Elizabeth II will not travel to Sandringham for Christmas and instead celebrate at Windsor Castle, a Buckingham Palace source told CNN on Monday, amid a surge in the coronavirus variant omicron in the UK.

The Bidens have a new puppy: “Commander”

President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden expanded their pet family with a new dog, the first lady’s spokesman told CNN.

Dozens of Pantene and Herbal Essences dry shampoos recalled for chemical

Procter & Gamble recalled more than 30 hair care spray products, including many dry shampoos and conditioners. Products could contain benzene, a carcinogenic substance, he warned.

This is what the Cumbre Vieja volcano looks like, on La Palma, after seven days of inactivity

Scientists analyze the lava ducts after seven days of inactivity of the Cumbre Vieja volcano on La Palma. Is the end of the eruption near?

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The number of the day

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More than 2 million passengers went through security screening at US airports for the third day in a row, despite the increase in COVID-19 cases.

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Quote of the day

“A canceled event is better than a canceled life”

The spread of covid-19, particularly the omicron variant, could mean that Christmas gatherings need to be canceled, the general director of the World Health Organization, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.

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Day selection

Samsung’s Galaxy S21 or Apple’s iPhone 13: Which One Should You Buy?

Which one has better cameras, price and performance? We compare these cell phones from Apple and Samsung.

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And to finish…

See where the best tourist destination in the world is located

According to the World Travel Awards – World Travel Awards – the paradise islands of Maldives are the best tourist destination in the world. Know the details in the following video.