However, Baylor University’s Peter Hotez says it will be extremely tough if China chooses not to cooperate.
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South Africa returns to stricter lockdown, with virus ‘surging’
Experts warn that this third wave, arriving with the Southern Hemisphere winter, might be even worse than the first two.
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Maine looking to boost vaccination rates to further reduce COVID-19 cases
The coronavirus caseload continued its downward trend on Sunday as the Maine CDC reported 87 new infections and no additional deaths.
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Jim Fossel: A bipartisan approach to infrastructure
A plan to redirect unneeded stimulus aid toward public works projects could attract Republican support in the U.S. Senate.
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As summer approaches, welcome signs that the pandemic is easing in Maine
Activities such as high school sports and concerts are returning to near-normal levels as strong vaccination rates have contributed to a steady drop in new COVID-19 cases.
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Facing unprecedented stress, chefs and restaurateurs have found ways to cope
From state park passes to meditation to dogs, restaurant people looked for respite in a profoundly challenging year.
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Chinese city locks down neighborhood after virus upsurge
Guangzhou orserd residents to stay home for door-to-door coronavirus testing.
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More states ease lingering virus rules as vaccine rates rise
About 40 percent of the U.S. population is fully vaccinated.
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Dancing like there’s no COVID-19: Paris hosts test concert
The 5,000 attendees are seeing the show for free but are required to take three virus tests.
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Cruise lines head for showdown with Florida governor over vaccine requirement ban
Ron DeSantis insists the law will take effect July 1.