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The Latest Breaking News from Omicron

Two years into the pandemic, is the end in sight?

Paris (AFP) - Two years after the official start of the pandemic, some countries are now trying to "live with Covid", however scientists warn that potential new variants and unequal vaccination rates threaten any long-awaited return to normality.

AFP

Western Australia border reopens after 697 days as the ‘hermit state’

The reopening comes after one false start – and amid an Omicron outbreak and controversial new Covid restrictions

The Guardian - AU

Northern Territory COVID-19 mask mandate to lift on Monday, Territory records two deaths

From Monday, masks will no longer be required except in high-risk settings, as Chief Minister Michael Gunner declares the NT is past the peak of the Omicron wave.

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Katherine residents staying home amid Omicron's spread as businesses feel the pinch

It may be the hot Top End wet season in Katherine but the town's streets are desolate as the community hunkers down in a bid to counter the spread of Omicron. For some businesses, it's the worst downturn in five years.

ABC News

How does Omicron compare with Delta? Here's what we know about infectiousness, symptoms, severity and vaccine protection

Since Omicron was detected in South Africa in late November, the SARS-CoV-2 variant has spread to more than 165 countries and is now the dominant strain.

The Conversation

Omicron's potentially bumpy peak

Auckland's raging epidemic has surprised experts and could flag a different progression for the Omicron outbreak than expected.

Newsroom.co.nz

Scottish Government announces 'important changes' to Covid testing guidance

Stricter rules were announced in December as the numbers of cases spiked following the emergence of the Omicron variant.

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Nine Omicron symptoms affecting fully vaccinated and two early signs you might have it

Fainting and fatigue may signal onset of Omicron, experts say

The Independent UK

Australian theatre industry faces unsustainable expenses staying COVID-safe in a post-Omicron era

Australian theatres are pouring 'hundreds of thousands of dollars' into testing, hiring understudies and COVID-safe plans to keep Omicron at bay - and the situation is not sustainable.

ABC News

Pfizer vaccine much less successful at preventing Covid infections in young children, data shows

‘In the Omicron era, the effectiveness against cases of BNT162b2 declined rapidly for children, particularly those 5-11 years,’ a new study says

The Independent UK

Border opening lifts spirits before Omicron lets rip

While the threat of Delta locked NZ down in August, the newest variant ripping its way through Kiwi homes is the key that’s finally unlocked the border gates, writes Jo Moir.

Newsroom.co.nz

Pandemic fears are fading along with omicron: AP-NORC poll

Omicron is fading away, and so are Americans’ worries about COVID-19

The Independent UK

Childcare services to get almost £10 million in grants to counter Omicron impact

The fund will be open for applications from March 8.

The Independent UK

WA to tighten restrictions, 1140 new cases

West Australian Premier Mark McGowan expects the state's Omicron outbreak will peak within weeks, leading to a "dramatic" increase in hospitalisations.

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The Guardian - AU

New Zealand ends isolation rules for vaccinated travellers from Australia as transmission rates soar

Change comes as NZ, virus-free for much of pandemic, records some of world’s highest transmission rates amid Omicron surge

Manchester Evening News

'Every shift is a knife edge': How Omicron brought our NHS - and its staff - 'one admission away from disaster'

SPECIAL REPORT: The NHS didn’t have enough staff before Omicron, didn’t have enough staff during it, and still doesn’t

Newsroom.co.nz

Self-isolation for returning Kiwis has run its course

A decision on self-isolation for returning Kiwis is imminent and could be made as early as Monday’s Cabinet meeting.

The Independent UK

Nine Omicron symptoms affecting fully vaccinated and two early signs you might have it

Fainting and fatigue may signal onset of Omicron, experts say

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The Independent UK

Nine Omicron symptoms affecting fully vaccinated and two early signs you might have it

Fainting and fatigue may signal onset of Omicron, experts say

Benzinga

AstraZeneca, GSK's COVID-19 Therapies Lose Efficacy Against Omicron's Subvariants

The FDA authorized an increased dose in the case of AstraZeneca Plc's (NASDAQ:

Newsroom.co.nz

'Head in the sand': Govt's virus brinkmanship

As case numbers have skyrocketed, the only thing the Government has done is repeal restrictions, accelerating the pace of the outbreak.

The Independent UK

BA owner IAG does not predict Ukraine hit in its outlook

The business said that it is ‘monitoring’ recent developments.

The Independent UK

British Airways’ parent company lost £6.3m per day in 2021 – but predicts ‘strong recovery’

IAG ‘monitoring recent geopolitical events closely to manage any potential impact’

Dublin Live

Professor Luke O'Neill shares everything we know about new BA.2 'Omicron sibling' variant

Leading immunologist Professor Luke O'Neill says scientists are monitoring the new strain "closely"

The Conversation

NZ's confirmed COVID case numbers are rising fast, but total infections are likely much higher – here's why

With Aotearoa New Zealand’s move into phase 3 of its response to the Omicron outbreak, new definitions and protocols for testing and isolation will mean new ways of measuring the impact of COVID-19.

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