Is It Covid or the Flu? New Tests Can Check for Both

So when and how should you use them?

Top stories - The New York Times - October 25

When will the next COVID, flu surge start? Experts weigh in

October is typically the calm before the storm when it comes to respiratory viruses. But health experts say it's not time to get comfortable. A surge in flu and COVID cases is likely on the way, ...

Politics - The Hill - October 27

Do I have COVID, the flu or something else? 2024 symptoms to know.

But what kind of sickness do your symptoms point to? Here's a breakdown for COVID-19, flu and more — and why testing is so important.

Now's the perfect time for your flu and COVID shots. Here's why.

If you still haven't gotten your COVID or flu shot, now is the time so you'll stay protected throughout the season, according to doctors.

Vaccination rates for flu and Covid are low this season, CDC says

Vaccination rates for Covid and the flu are low for adults in the U.S. so far this season, according to a new CDC report.

CDC calls for expanded bird flu testing among farm workers

Federal officials said Thursday that farmworkers exposed to bird flu should be tested for the virus even if they are not showing any symptoms, especially if they were not wearing the proper ...

Politics - The Hill - November 7

California child tests positive for bird flu with no known exposure to infected animals

California health officials reported a possible case of bird flu in a child in the San Francisco Bay Area. The child had no known contact with infected animals.

Don't wait for a holiday surge. Now is a good time to get your flu and COVID-19 vaccines

Health officials say it's important to get flu and COVID-19 vaccines ahead of the holidays when respiratory bugs tend to spread

Health - ABC News - November 7

Covid Can Raise the Risk of Heart Problems for Years

People who had severe infections are especially vulnerable.

Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday

CDC calls for expanded testing for bird flu after blood tests reveal more farmworker infections

Federal health officials are calling for more testing and treatment of workers on farms with bird flu

Health - ABC News - November 7

Musk's America PAC can keep writing checks to voters, judge says

A Pennsylvania judge on Monday declined an effort by the Philadelphia district attorney to stop Elon Musk’s America PAC from doling out cash prizes to registered voters.

Politics - NBC News - November 4

Latest news on wildfires raging in both U.S. coasts

The Jennings Creek wildfire continues to burn in New Jersey and has led to the death of a forest ranger volunteer, according to officials. This comes as the Mountain Fire destroys more homes in the ...

10 reasons both Harris and Trump can be hopeful of victory

Polls suggest the race is deadlocked - but if one candidate pulls away, these factors could explain why.

The gender dimensions of the Gen Z vote: What both parties can learn

Donald Trump’s victory was helped in no small part by the unexpected shift of support he received among Gen Z voters.

Politics - The Hill - November 13

Fox News offers fact-check of Trump's 2020 election claims

Fox News anchor Harris Faulkner offered a fact-check of former President Trump's false claims that Democrats "stole" the 2020 election from him after the network finished airing his remarks from ...

Politics - The Hill - October 29

At Cop29, we must treat the climate crisis with the same urgency as Covid – history shows it can be done | Mukhtar Babayev

This emergency will cost trillions of dollars, and is beyond the reach of developing nations. Private investors have to step up. Mukhtar Babayev is president of the Cop29 UN climate change ...

World - The Guardian - November 11

Steam Controller 2 And New VR Controller Both Reportedly In The Works At Valve

Valve is currently working on a sequel to the Steam Controller, along with a controller for its Deckard VR headset, according to spatial computing expert and unofficial Valve oracle Brad Lynch, ...

Tech - GameSpot - 2 days ago

A new test of credibility for India’s business establishment

US charges against Gautam Adani raise questions about Delhi’s safeguards

Business - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Court Hears New York Times Case Against European Commission Over Vaccine Deal

The news outlet is pushing the Commission to release text messages that the E.U.’s top official and Pfizer exchanged as they negotiated a Covid-19 vaccine contract.

Business - The New York Times - November 15

New CBS News poll shows Harris and Trump tied both nationally and in battleground states

With just eight days until Election Day, a new CBS News poll has Kamala Harris and Donald Trump locked in a virtual tie both nationally and collectively across battleground states. CBS News senior ...

Blockbuster Matches Present Big Tests Yet for Four New Soccer Coaches

The new coaches at Liverpool, Barcelona, Juventus and Marseille have hit the ground running. That might be about to change.

Sports - The New York Times - October 26

New Zealand 0-14 Australia: women’s rugby league Test – as it happened

Jillaroos take a first step to banishing their demons as the Kiwi Ferns are held scoreless for the first time in a women’s rugby league Test. 6 mins: Silky hands get the Kiwi Ferns to within ...

World - The Guardian - October 27

New Zealand 10-22 Australia: men’s rugby league Test – as it happened

Zac Lomax ran in two of the Kangaroos’ four tries to spare his teammates’ blushes in a bruising encounter against the Kiwis. 2nd minute: Isaah Yeo and Angus Crichton lead the early charges but ...

World - The Guardian - October 27

Traders expect calm response to U.K. budget after event caused turmoil two years ago

The bar is set very high for calamitous British budgets

Business - MarketWatch - October 30

North Korea confirms it has tested a new intercontinental ballistic missile

World - ABC News - October 30

Amazon gets FAA approval for new delivery drone as it begins tests in Arizona

Amazon says it has received approval from the FAA to fly its newer, smaller delivery drones, including beyond the visual line of sight of pilots.

Business - CNBC - November 5

AI groups rush to redesign model testing and create new benchmarks

Rapidly advancing technology is surpassing current methods of evaluating and comparing large language models

Business - Financial Times - November 11

Snap Sri Lankan election poses test for new leader

President Dissanayake is seeking a majority to push through reforms to help the debt-ridden nation.

Detroit Lions and Green Bay Packers to face off as both teams eye a new era of dominance

Detroit, at 6-1, is arguably the best team in the NFL. But Green Bay isn't far behind.

NFL Week 11 picks: Can Bills knock off unbeaten Chiefs? Bengals test Chargers defense

NFL Week 11 picks: The Chiefs keep finding ways to win even when they don't play their best, yet at 9-0 they are the underdogs against the Buffalo Bills.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - November 14

The Music Industry Is Hoping Halloween Can Be the New Christmas

Eyeing the big business of holiday music, a few of pop’s major players are trying to expand the market for Halloween hits.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 28

Can Iran and Israel Find a New Equilibrium?

Even with peace talks underway, the region is far from stable.

World - The New York Times - November 4

All-rounder Jacob Bethell called up for England’s Test tour of New Zealand

Warwickshire player’s first time in Test squad Wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith will miss tour The England Men’s selection panel has named a 16-player squad for the three-match Test tour of New ...

World - The Guardian - October 29

Amorim saved Sporting from despair but United marks a whole new test | David Hytner

Portuguese built his name on consistency and charisma but can he transfer his watchwords to the Theatre of Dreams?. The parallels are there and Manchester United have certainly considered them. Few ...

World - The Guardian - October 30

New Zealand beat India again to romp to historic 3-0 Test series win

Ajaz Patel takes six as hosts fail to chase 146 in Mumbai India slump to first home clean sweep loss since 2000 New Zealand completed an unprecedented 3-0 series sweep in India as the Black ...

World - The Guardian - November 3

Walmart Is Testing a Smart New Idea, and Its Most Loyal Customers Will Be Very Happy

We’re not going back to how things were. But maybe the future can be better.

Business - Inc. - November 9

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