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New Covid strain that could evade protection from vaccine found in UK

The Covid variant BA.3.2 has been detected in 23 countries including the UK

The Independent UK · Mar 26

Grattan on Friday: Albanese government struggles under the ‘stress test’ posed by Middle East war

Crises “stress test” governments and countries. Memories remain vivid of COVID, which put immense pressures on the Australian economy, the federation and Commonwealth and state budgets.

The Conversation · Mar 26

Covid Alert: What Do We Know About Variant BA 3.2 And Who It Could Affect?

The 'Cicada' variant, BA.3.2, is gaining attention as it spreads across the US and globally. Learn about its characteristics, spread, and impact.

International Business Times UK · Mar 26

Swapping the car for a bike and seeing loved ones less: how the fuel crisis is affecting Australians

We asked Guardian Australia readers how they are affected by surging petrol prices and shortages. Here’s what they told us

The Guardian - AU · Mar 25

Why these UK town criers have a rare dynamic in a traditional profession

Faye Thompson and her husband Martin Johnson serve as Petersfield's town criers, uniquely featuring a lead female crier and a male deputy, a rare dynamic in the traditional profession. Faye was initially scouted by the council after cheering up locals with toy orangutans during the Covid-19 pandemic, leading to her…

The Independent UK · Mar 25

US left without functioning vaccine panel as adviser says ‘drama distracts’

Move comes after judge voided Kennedy’s ACIP picks, leaving key flu, Covid and RSV vaccines in limbo

The Guardian - US · Mar 25

Covid symptoms to look out for as Cicada variant spreads

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The Independent UK · Mar 25

Public satisfaction for NHS highest since pre Covid-19 pandemic – but there’s a catch

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The Independent UK · Mar 25

New Covid variant has been identified and is already spreading in 25 states

Researchers say the strain could evade protection from current Covid shots

The Independent UK · Mar 24

Importance of properly funded social care is laid bare in Covid inquiry

Letters: Gerard Crofton-Martin says the resilience of the NHS depends on the strength of the care sector. Plus a letter from John Robinson

The Guardian - UK · Mar 24