A “Frankenstein mix” of mutations raises concerns, but the variant may remain vulnerable to current vaccines. If not, revisions will be necessary. Source: New York Times
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Border With Canada to Open, Businesses 'Could Not Be Happier'
Businesses along New York State’s northern border were celebrating the news that fully vaccinated Canadians would soon be allowed into the United States again. Source: New York Times
Frieze New York Returns Live, Bringing Hope and Precautions
Now a hybrid affair, booths at the Shed at Hudson Yards will be home to optimistic dealers and fresh art. Source: New York Times
New York’s Pandemic Christmas: Muted Cheer, but Some Stick to Traditions
Bus terminals and train stations were all but empty and restaurant owners said business was slow. Still, the city’s resilience was evident. Source: New York Times
Why This Force of 150 Sheriff’s Deputies Is Enforcing Virus Rules
The New York City Sheriff’s Office, a law enforcement team unknown to most New Yorkers, has been thrust into the spotlight during the pandemic. Source: New York Times
How the Virus Swept Through a Corner of Queens
During the spring, as the first wave of the coronavirus caused havoc, five neighborhoods were the hardest-hit place in the country. Source: New York Times
No, New York Isn’t Putting New Jersey on the Quarantine List
The governor said he would not restrict travelers from New Jersey, Connecticut or Pennsylvania, despite virus spikes in those states. Source: New York Times
No, NY Isn’t Putting NJ on the Coronavirus Quarantine List
The governor said he would not restrict travelers from New Jersey, Connecticut or Pennsylvania, despite virus spikes in those states. Source: New York Times
Virus Cases Spike in New Jersey, Threatening ‘Lurch Backward’
Gov. Philip D. Murphy said that residents should refrain from all but necessary out-of-state travel. Source: New York Times
NY Confronts Second-Wave Covid Risk: Visitors from Florida and Texas
Gov. Cuomo is worried about travelers from the Sun Belt who are infected with the virus — and about New Yorkers who might let down their guard. Source: New York Times
Thinking of Traveling in the U.S.? These States Have Travel Restrictions
A third of states have strict measures in place for visitors, from mandatory testing to quarantine requirements. Source: New York Times
New York City’s Curfew: What You Need to Know
Yes, you will most likely need to be indoors, or at least out of any public area, by 8 p.m. Source: New York Times