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Lack of information "made us realize that we needed to see data from a third dose from the ongoing trial in order to make a determination," says FDA chief.

"It's happening whether you like it or not, it's going to happen."

Consumer Price Index jumps 7.5%.

NY Gov. Hochul satisfied with COVID trends on hospital capacity and positivity rates.

Biden administration considers "steps we should be taking to keep the country moving forward," says White House COVID-19 coordinator.

$30 million grant funds pipes for smoking crack cocaine and crystal methamphetamine, while DOJ considers facilitating locations for taking illegal drugs.

Saskatchewan's Premier announces proof of vaccination, negative test requirements ending Monday, mask mandates end Feb 28.

Chinese telecom giant accused of stealing U.S. trade secrets.

Pressure from conservatives and declining COVID cases drive gov.'s decision.

Attorneys general from 16 states, led by Louisiana, filed a new legal challenge to COVID-19 vaccine mandates for U.S. healthcare workers claiming the mandates are illegal and obsolete, as the vaccines don’t work against Omicron, the dominant variant in the U.S.