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China is aiming for a ‘Zero COVID' Winter Olympics in Beijing with a strict approach to protocols. Here's how the Games will work
At the Beijing Olympics, strict containment measures will aim to create a virus-proof “bubble” for thousands of international visitors at a time when omicron is fueling infections globally.
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Omicron Is Detected in Beijing, Just Weeks Before Olympics
The Chinese authorities locked down a neighborhood where one case was detected and began testing thousands of people. Here's the latest on Covid.
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COVID: Beijing reports first local Omicron case
Omicron case in Beijing comes as cities across the country ratchet up viral vigilance before the Winter Olympics.
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Beijing Reports First Omicron Case 3 Weeks Before Winter Olympics
Bloomberg - Beijing reported the city's first case of the omicron variant of Covid-19, adding pressure on authorities to stem a potential outbreak less than three weeks before the Winter Olympics begin.
Officials confirmed the detection of the highly contagious strain at a press conference on Saturday. People who've had contact with the patient are being tested, and those who were at locations that the infected person visited must report to authorities, they said.
Omicron cases were confirmed earlier Saturday in Shanghai and Guangdong province, as the National Health Commission warned of...
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Olympics News Health Olympics WireA look at some of the deadliest US school shootings
An 18-year-old gunman opened fire Tuesday at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, killing 19 children and two adults, officials said. Read more ...
Katie Britt and U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks Are Headed for a Senate Runoff in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama's Republican primary for U.S. Senate is going to a June runoff between Katie Britt and U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks, who overcame losing former President... Read more ...
Here's what we know about the victims of the Texas school shooting
We're starting to learn more about the victim's of Tuesday's school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Read more ...
North Korea launches three missiles into the sea, including suspected ICBM
North Korea launched three ballistic missiles toward the sea on Wednesday, its neighbors said, hours after President Joe Biden wrapped up his trip to Asia. Read more ...
Rex Sox pound White Sox 16-3 in Chicago, extend win streak to 6 games
Boston's 16 runs were its most since scoring 20 in a win over Tampa Bay last season. Read more ...
Sports world reacts to the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas
The sports world reacted swiftly Tuesday to the news of an 18-year-old gunman opening fire at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas, and killing at least 19 children. Read more ...
Ettinger Wins Dem Nod For Hagedorn's 1st District Seat; Finstad, Munson Vie...
MINNEAPOLIS - Former Hormel Foods executive Jeff Ettinger cruised to victory Tuesday in a Democratic primary to finish the term of the late U.S. Rep. Jim Hagedorn , while... Read more ...
Mental health experts say it's crucial to address Texas school shooting with...
So many parents are left wondering what they should say to their kids before they head into the classroom on Wednesday. Read more ...
Man who hit APS school bus facing 17 new charges
Day said the charges are very serious and each individual charge of first-degree child abuse can hold up to an 18-year sentence. Read more ...
Opening games of Big Ten baseball tournament pushed back due to rain
Even with the changes, these 8 teams are just thrilled to be back playing in the first conference tournament in 3 years. Read more ...