New COVID variant detected in NY: What's known about NB.1.8.1's public health risk
Airport screening in the US detected the new variant in California, Washington, Virginia and New York.
US sees cases of new COVID-19 variant linked to surge in China: report
The CDC confirmed the presence of the NB.1.8.1 variant, but says there are too few cases to be included in official COVID tracking data.
FDA will limit approval for seasonal COVID vaccines: What to know
Healthy younger adults and children will no longer be automatically approved for annual COVID-19 vaccines under a new policy from the FDA.
New FDA seasonal COVID-19 shot guidance seeks ‘evidence based’ approach
The FDA says the new approach will aim to balance a timely approval process for vaccines, while also weighing “the need for evidence" of their effectiveness for the masses.
Woman 'miraculously' found alive after almost 3 weeks lost in the Sierra Nevada
A camper who had been missing for almost three weeks amid snowy, blizzard conditions in the Sierra Nevada has been located and "miraculously found alive."
Feeling extra tired? This virus could be the culprit, study suggests
Cases of chronic fatigue syndrome are 15 times higher than pre-pandemic.
CIA says lab leak favored as likely COVID origin
The CIA now believes the virus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic most likely originated from a lab. Here’s what to know about the declassified document released Saturday
2021 Recovery Rebate Credit: What it is and who qualifies
Approximately 1 million taxpayers will receive unclaimed rebate payments from the IRS in the coming weeks.
Trump stimulus checks: Will they be issued? Could you receive one?
Viral social media stories and posts that claim taxpayers in some states will receive a $2,000 (or more) government stimulus check as the holiday season begins are again making the rounds online.
TGI Fridays files for bankruptcy: Details
According to the filing, the company is exploring options to remain in business while keeping 39 of its restaurants open.
Hurricane Milton uncovers lost wedding ring after nearly a decade
After a challenging few days, Palm Coast couple Laura and Basil Yorio found a surprising silver lining following their evacuation from Hurricane Milton.
Here's how to order free COVID-19 tests beginning this month
Free COVID-19 tests will be available to households beginning this month. Here's what to know.
NYC COVID czar caught on cam bragging about attending drug-fueled sex parties during pandemic
Varma — who served as senior health advisor to then-Mayor Bill de Blasio during the height of the pandemic, talked about hosting orgies with his wife and attending underground dance parties with more than 200 people.
Experts worry over pandemic's toll on child development
New data is showing that some young children are still dealing with the aftereffects of COVID-19 lockdowns and stay-at-home orders, and are struggling with classroom social skills.
COVID summer surge? What the latest data is revealing about NY, NJ infections
The CDC is confirming a COVID surge is already underway in several states across the U.S. But does that include NY and NJ?
Independent report criticizes Cuomo's 'top-down' management of New York's COVID-19 response
An investigation into New York’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic finds former Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s “top down" approach of dictating public health policy through his office sewed confusion during the crisis.
Doctors investigate if COVID is responsible for 'unusual' cancers
Some doctors and scientists are investigating if COVID-19 could be to blame for an uptick in younger people getting cancers like lung, blood and colon cancer during and since the pandemic.
5-day isolation for COVID-19 no longer needed, CDC says
U.S. health officials said Americans with COVID-19 no longer need to stay in isolation for five days.
Study reveals 1 in 4 NYC children live in poverty
The number of New Yorkers living in poverty increased by nearly half a million people -- including one in four children, according to a recent report.