COVID-19 vaccinations and masks will be required for all Broadway audience members when theaters reopen in the coming weeks Original Article
Broadway to require vaccinations, masks for audience members
Bob Odenkirk says he had a small heart attack, will be back
“Better Call Saul” star Bob Odenkirk says he “had a small heart attack” but will “be back soon.” Original Article
To get shots in arms, governments turn to money in pockets
Millions of people in the U.S. who haven’t gotten the COVID-19 vaccine could soon have a new reason to roll up their sleeves: money in their pockets Original Article
Obstetrician groups recommend COVID vaccine during pregnancy
Two obstetricians’ groups are now recommending COVID-19 shots for all pregnant women, citing concerns over rising cases and low vaccination rates Original Article
Florida coronavirus cases jump 50% as surge continues
Florida’s coronavirus cases jumped 50% this week, continuing a six-week surge that has seen it responsible for 1 in 5 new infections nationally, becoming the outbreak’s epicenter Original Article
The Latest: Georgia scrambles to increase vaccination rates
Local officials in Georgia are scrambling to increase vaccination rates even as more schools continue telling students and employees to wear masks in the face of rising COVID-19 infection rates Original Article
Harvey Weinstein: 1 sexual assault count dismissed, for now
A Los Angeles judge has dismissed one of 11 sexual assault counts against Harvey Weinstein, giving the former movie mogul and convicted rapist a victory that could be temporary Original Article
Scarlett Johansson sues Disney over ‘Black Widow’ release
Scarlett Johansson is suing the Walt Disney Co. over its streaming release of “Black Widow,” which she said breached her contract and deprived her of potential earnings Original Article
Kentucky state officials refuse to enforce virus mask rule
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has defended his mask requirement for state workers, brushing off criticism by GOP officials who said they won’t enforce the mandate in their offices Original Article
The Latest: Arkansas governor seeks end to school mask ban
Arkansas’ Republican governor is calling lawmakers back to the Capitol to lift the state’s ban on mask requirements in public schools Original Article