"[T]he fact that the studies that do exist (including our own late addition) fail to show convincing evidence of benefit from masking suggests that, if there is a benefit, it is a rather modest one, i.e. masks may reduce the risk slightly but do not guarantee you won’t get infected," said Dr. Breathnach.
While services inflation began to moderate and rent prices rose at a slower pace, "inflation still remains too hot for the Fed's liking," according to senior economist at Wells Fargo in Charlotte, North Carolina Sarah House.
President Joe Biden signed a bill ending the COVID-19 national emergency in the US, but his administration launched a $5 billion program named Project Next Gen that aims to expedite the development of new COVID-19 vaccines and treatments, sparking concerns over government overreach and individual liberties, despite recent research indicating natural immunity may provide superior protection.
"On Monday, April 10, 2023, the President signed into law: H.J.Res. 7, which terminates the national emergency related to the COVID-19 pandemic," the White House announcement reads.
Cal-Maine Foods, the largest U.S. egg producer, increased its revenue 109% while only selling 1% more eggs during the quarter ending February 25, 2023.
