Israel Again Tightens Restrictions in Fight Against COVID-19 Coronavirus
At least 255 Israelis were confirmed to be ill with the virus by Monday, including 21 who are medical staff.
Israel Records First Omicron Death
The patient suffered from pre-existing health conditions and had not yet updated his coronavirus vaccination with a booster shot.
Israeli Government Reaches Deal on Return to School During COVID-19 Era
On September 1, nearly 1.5 million Israeli children are set to return to their classrooms; this includes those in "red" or "orange" cities, albeit with modifications.
Israel Further Tightens Emergency Restrictions
Netanyahu: "If there is no improvement in the rate of infection in the next two days, there will be no alternative but to impose a lockdown."
New Israeli Fines Approved for Lockdown Violations
The new guidelines take effect within 24 hours.
FDA: 2 Participants, 4 Controls Died in Pfizer Vaccine Trials
Four others also died during the clinical trial, and they were members of the control group who did not receive the vaccine.
Ahead Warp Factor 19: Israel’s #1 in Vaccinating Population Against Coronavirus
Israel is so far the fastest country in inoculating its population against the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Watch: Prisoners Bury Coronavirus Patients in Bronx Mass Grave
Drone footage taken by The Hart Island Project last Thursday shows inmates in hazmat suits burying coffins on the island.
Omicron Begins Racing Across New York
“The data that we monitor so closely is showing an alarming trend. Omicron is here in New York City and it is spreading quickly.”
Coronavirus Cabinet Imposes Closure on Beitar Illit
Entry into, and exit from, Beitar Illit will be restricted, as will be movement and businesses within the city itself, according to the text of the decision.
Israeli Hospital Testing Effect of Cannabis Extract on Coronavirus Patients
The study is investigating whether if cannabidiol can slow down the inflammatory process that accompanies the deterioration of severe Coronavirus patients and alleviate the symptoms of the disease.
EL AL Flight Attendant Stuck in China, Diagnosed with Omicron
The flight attendant tested negative twice before departure, but tested positive upon arrival in Ghangzhou, China.
Four Coronavirus Infections near Bethlehem
PA health officials decided to impose a quarantine on the employees and residents of the Beit Jala hotel.
PA Shuts Down for a Month to Stop Coronavirus
Media statements from any official except those authorized by the Prime Minister were also prohibited.
FDA Recommends Vaccinating Children, Israel to Follow
CDC vaccine official Dr. Amanda Cohn said the coronavirus is “the eighth-highest killer of kids in this age group over the past year.”
If Not Now, When? Aliyah Applications Spike During Coronavirus Pandemic
Two-thirds of the NBN applicants stated that they want to make Aliyah in summer 2020. Over half of the applicants come from New York, New Jersey, California and Florida.
Minister Rafi Peretz Diagnosed with COVID-19, ‘Feeling Good Right Now’
“With the conclusion of Shabbat, it unfortunately became clear that the coronavirus test I took on Friday came back positive."
Third COVID-19 Variant – P681H – Identified in Nigeria
The newly-identified Nigerian COVID-19 variant was detected in two patient samples collected August 3 and October 9 in Osun state.
The Bats are Back in the Wuhan Food Market
The Chinese wet markets have reopened, bats and other animals are again being sold for food.
Launch: MDA Ambulance-Bus Operation Lifts, Delivers 10 Coronavirus Patients
Friday's evacuation to the hospital saved ten ambulances which would have been needed to perform these tasks.
3 Cases of COVID-19 New York Variant Diagnosed in Israel
Until it becomes clear where this variant was acquired, it will not be possible to know where it will show up next.
Disgraced NY Assembly Leader Silver Begins 6.5 Year Sentence in Coronavirus Infected Prison
According to the Federal Bureau of Prisons, Otisville has reported 42 coronavirus cases, 28 inmates and 14 staff. No pandemic-related death has been reported.
BioNTech CEO Sahin in Israel to Talk Pandemic Preparedness, Innovative Medicines
BioNTech is considering the establishment of a research and production facility in Israel.
Israel Reopens its Skies, with Caveats
Israelis can fly to Greece, Bulgaria and Croatia, but must be tested for COVID-19 before flying and remain in quarantine upon arrival until receiving the results.
For First in Months, COVID-19 Transmission Rate Slows in Israel
The drop in the R coefficient is the result of the administering of the third COVID-19 booster shot in recent weeks.
One Bedouin Tribe Remains Red, the Rest of Israel Is Over the Pandemic
On Monday, according to the Health Ministry, there was only one new Haredi Corona patient in the country.
The Vaccine Blood Libel
Saeb Erekat, a top Palestinian negotiator, was rushed to a Jerusalem hospital when he faced a COVID-19 respiratory crisis.
NYC Mayor Offers $100 for Each Child (Ages 5-11) Who Get COVID-19 Shot at...
Vaccinations will also be offered at schools across the city, "one day for each school."
Health Ministry Trims Isolation Period for Israelis Who Test Negative for COVID-19
Health Ministry Director-General Chezy Levy informed HMO clinics across the country should prepare to begin administering the new COVID-19 vaccine on December 27 to Israelis.
Some Cabinet Members Furious Synagogues Exempted from New Green Pass Rules
The ministers were Avigdor Lieberman, Omer Barlev, Yifat Shasha-Biton, and Orna Barbivai.