A health care analyst came to Manhattan for an anime convention. His trip shows how the virus once again outpaced the public health response. Source: New York Times
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At New York Comic Con, Masks Are No Longer Just for Fun
By Gotham Rex on October 8, 2021
Fans are coming up with creative ideas to incorporate masks into their cosplay as in-person gatherings resume, with restrictions. Source: New York Times
Tonight, a Night at the Theater
By Gotham Rex on September 14, 2021
The biggest Broadway shows reopen this evening, a year and a half after the pandemic closed in on New York. Source: New York Times
New York Art Fairs Are Returning, Eyes Open and Fingers Crossed
By Gotham Rex on August 27, 2021
Major exhibitions like the Armory Show are coming back from a pandemic hiatus, but travel restrictions and the rise of the Delta variant are challenging their plans. Source: New York Times
South Africa Variant Emerges in New York
By Gotham Rex on February 22, 2021
Coronavirus cases are declining in the state, but uncertainties remain about new dangers and the pace of vaccination. Source: New York Times
New York’s Pop-Up Concerts Kick Off With Jazz at a Vaccination Site
By Gotham Rex on February 21, 2021
The musician Jon Batiste led a band through the Javits Center to begin half a year of unannounced performances throughout the state. Source: New York Times
New Yorkers Rush to Get Vaccine After Eligibility Expands
By Gotham Rex on February 15, 2021
The first of four million newly qualified people were vaccinated around the city and state on Monday, but many are still struggling to get an appointment. Source: New York Times
Cuomo Announces Pop-Up Performances Across New York
By Gotham Rex on February 9, 2021
“NY PopsUp” will kick off Feb. 20 and run through Labor Day. Source: New York Times
This Hospital Cost $52 Million. It Treated 79 Virus Patients.
By Gotham Rex on July 21, 2020
Red tape and turf battles marked the race to create temporary hospitals for the coronavirus onslaught in New York. Source: New York Times