In company memo, CEO says there is ‘zero tolerance policy’ for reporting to the office without Covid-19 inoculation CNN has fired three employees who violated company policy by coming to work unvaccinated against Covid-19. Jeff Zucker, the media company’s president, told staff members of the firing in a memo sent on Thursday that reminded them that vaccines were … [Read more...] about CNN fires three employees for coming to work unvaccinated
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Two athletes in Olympic Village test positive for coronavirus, the first instances of athlete infections there
TOKYO — Two athletes residing in the Olympic Village tested positive for the coronavirus, officials said Sunday, the first instances of athlete infections inside the Village, underscoring growing fears about the spread of the virus during the Games, which are set to begin in five days. That means three people have tested positive inside the Village, an area of Tokyo that is … [Read more...] about Two athletes in Olympic Village test positive for coronavirus, the first instances of athlete infections there
DeWine signs bill banning Ohio public schools, universities from requiring COVID-19 vaccines
The schools and universities are also not allowed to discriminate who has not received a vaccine, according to the amended bill. COLUMBUS, Ohio — Public schools and colleges in Ohio would be prohibited from requiring individuals to receive vaccines not granted full approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, under a bill targeting coronavirus vaccinations signed … [Read more...] about DeWine signs bill banning Ohio public schools, universities from requiring COVID-19 vaccines
With vaccinated students, college campuses look to get back to normal
By Barbara O'Brien .Incoming college students are going through orientation this month, learning about academics, life in the dorm and how to get around campus. And this fall, that means no face masks, dining halls open normal hours and the return of social activities, clubs and sports. After more than a year of taking classes online from home and social distancing … [Read more...] about With vaccinated students, college campuses look to get back to normal
Australian ad showing Covid patient gasping for air sparks backlash as country battles Delta variant
By Rhea Mogul, CNN (CNN) - A dramatic government health advertisement showing a young woman gasping for air while on a ventilator has sparked a backlash in Australia, with social media users criticizing its targeting of young people for coronavirus vaccination -- the majority of whom are not yet eligible to receive the recommended shot. "Covid can affect anyone. Stay … [Read more...] about Australian ad showing Covid patient gasping for air sparks backlash as country battles Delta variant
