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Pfizer vaccine much less successful at preventing Covid infections in young children, data shows

‘In the Omicron era, the effectiveness against cases of BNT162b2 declined rapidly for children, particularly those 5-11 years,’ a new study says

The Independent UK

Border opening lifts spirits before Omicron lets rip

While the threat of Delta locked NZ down in August, the newest variant ripping its way through Kiwi homes is the key that’s finally unlocked the border gates, writes Jo Moir.

Newsroom.co.nz

Pandemic fears are fading along with omicron: AP-NORC poll

Omicron is fading away, and so are Americans’ worries about COVID-19

The Independent UK

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Childcare services to get almost £10 million in grants to counter Omicron impact

The fund will be open for applications from March 8.

The Independent UK

WA to tighten restrictions, 1140 new cases

West Australian Premier Mark McGowan expects the state's Omicron outbreak will peak within weeks, leading to a "dramatic" increase in hospitalisations.

AAP

New Zealand ends isolation rules for vaccinated travellers from Australia as transmission rates soar

Change comes as NZ, virus-free for much of pandemic, records some of world’s highest transmission rates amid Omicron surge

The Guardian - AU

'Every shift is a knife edge': How Omicron brought our NHS - and its staff - 'one admission away from disaster'

SPECIAL REPORT: The NHS didn’t have enough staff before Omicron, didn’t have enough staff during it, and still doesn’t

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Self-isolation for returning Kiwis has run its course

A decision on self-isolation for returning Kiwis is imminent and could be made as early as Monday’s Cabinet meeting.

Newsroom.co.nz

Nine Omicron symptoms affecting fully vaccinated and two early signs you might have it

Fainting and fatigue may signal onset of Omicron, experts say

The Independent UK

Nine Omicron symptoms affecting fully vaccinated and two early signs you might have it

Fainting and fatigue may signal onset of Omicron, experts say

The Independent UK

AstraZeneca, GSK's COVID-19 Therapies Lose Efficacy Against Omicron's Subvariants

The FDA authorized an increased dose in the case of AstraZeneca Plc's (NASDAQ:

Benzinga

'Head in the sand': Govt's virus brinkmanship

As case numbers have skyrocketed, the only thing the Government has done is repeal restrictions, accelerating the pace of the outbreak.

Newsroom.co.nz

BA owner IAG does not predict Ukraine hit in its outlook

The business said that it is ‘monitoring’ recent developments.

The Independent UK

British Airways’ parent company lost £6.3m per day in 2021 – but predicts ‘strong recovery’

IAG ‘monitoring recent geopolitical events closely to manage any potential impact’

The Independent UK

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Dublin Live

Professor Luke O'Neill shares everything we know about new BA.2 'Omicron sibling' variant

Leading immunologist Professor Luke O'Neill says scientists are monitoring the new strain "closely"

The Conversation

NZ's confirmed COVID case numbers are rising fast, but total infections are likely much higher – here's why

With Aotearoa New Zealand’s move into phase 3 of its response to the Omicron outbreak, new definitions and protocols for testing and isolation will mean new ways of measuring the impact of COVID-19.

AAP

WA surpasses 1000 new daily Omicron cases

Western Australia's COVID-19 caseload has reached new heights with the state recording 1043 new cases and hospitalisations expected to grow.

Benzinga

Papa John's Q4 Earnings Exceed Expectations; Dodges FY22 Outlook

Papa John's International Inc (NASDAQ:PZZA) reported fourth-quarter FY21 sales growth of 12.6% year-on-year, to $528.88 million, beating the consensus of $523.54 million. Adjusted EPS of $0.75 topped the Street view of $0.71. Comparable sales growth was 8.6% in Q4, versus 15.6% growth recorded last year. Comparable sales improved 11.1% in North America and…

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Irish Mirror

Covid Ireland: Prof Luke O'Neill shares everything we know about new BA.2 'Omicron sibling' variant

Leading immunologist Professor Luke O'Neill says scientists are monitoring the new strain "closely"

The Guardian - AU

‘Disease of disadvantage’: Melbourne’s lower socioeconomic areas suffer most Covid deaths amid Omicron

Exclusive: data shows death rates in disadvantaged areas significantly outweigh those in wealthier areas

Benzinga

Norwegian Cruise Line Stock Dips On Q4 Miss, Q1 Loss Warning

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd (NYSE:NCLH) reported fourth-quarter FY21 revenue of $487.4 million, missing the consensus of $571.85 million. Revenue increased from $9.6 million in Q4 2020 as cruise voyages continued to resume in the quarter. The total cruise operating expenses rose 246.7% Y/Y to $717.7 million. The company reported an operating loss…

Axios

Omicron subvariant sparks reopening jitters

After experiencing two years on the pandemic roller coaster, the spread of an even more transmissible Omicron subvariant is making some experts nervous.

AAP

Qantas widens loss but outlook improving

Qantas' first-half loss has climbed as travel demand slumped amid COVID-19 Delta lockdowns and the subsequent spread of the Omicron variant.

The Conversation

To protect children during Aotearoa's Omicron outbreak, we need to consider their families, not just schools

As New Zealand’s Omicron outbreak accelerates, with new community infections doubling every few days, the rising number of child cases is a reminder of the challenge to protect the health and well-being of children during a public health emergency.

The Guardian - AU

Morrison condemns Moscow’s ‘brutal’ attack on neighbour – as it happened

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