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News roundup for Tue, Sep 7, 2021
Another hurricane has formed in the Atlantic—this one is named Larry. It's currently a Category 3 storm with winds exceeding 70 miles per hour. While it's expected to veer away from the East Coast of the United States, it could still generate unusually high swells that may affect the entire Eastern seaboard of North America.
Employers are still hiring, but the pace has slowed significantly. The leisure and hospitality sectors are once again facing challenges due to the lingering effects of the Delta variant. This slowdown in hiring comes at a time when many workers are still recovering from the economic impacts of the pandemic.
According to recent data, U.S. employers added just 235,000 jobs in August, marking a sharp decline in hiring activity. The unemployment rate dropped to 5.2%, indicating some improvement in the job market. However, the slowdown raises concerns about the long-term health of the economy.
In a heartwarming twist, neighbors have been showing incredible kindness by dinging-dong-ditching sick neighbors and leaving them with groceries and supplies to help them feel better. These small acts of generosity remind us that the world still has a lot of good in it.
On a more bittersweet note, a man who had previously lost his family in a house fire was able to save a neighbor from a similar fate in Massachusetts. His quick thinking and bravery highlight the importance of community and vigilance.
I’ve been hearing rumors that key materials needed for transformer replacements and other infrastructure repairs are in short supply. If another round of severe weather hits, power outages could last longer than usual, adding to the challenges faced by already strained utility companies.
When truckers strike, grocery shelves can empty very quickly. Unfortunately, truckers in Australia are currently striking over strict COVID-19 mitigation measures. The impact of such strikes is visible in the empty stores and disrupted supply chains, as seen in recent photos from the country.
Nearly 9 million people will lose federal unemployment benefits this week as the government begins to phase out pandemic-related support. This change comes as the economy slowly recovers, but it also leaves many without a safety net.
Globally, there are over 221.9 million confirmed cases of COVID-19, with 4.1 million new cases reported in the past week alone. The death toll stands at nearly 4.6 million worldwide, with the U.S. reporting 40.9 million cases and over 666,000 deaths. The U.S. saw over 44,000 new cases on Sunday and more than 36,000 by late Monday. While the country appears to be past the latest Delta peak, more than 1,000 people are still dying each day on average.
Research into oral treatments for COVID-19 continues, and there's growing interest in medications that can be taken orally rather than through injections. For example, Pfizer recently announced the start of Phase 2/3 trials for an oral antiviral drug designed to treat non-hospitalized patients.
The UK has decided not to recommend vaccines for healthy children under 15, a decision I find concerning given the risks the virus still poses to young people. I'm relieved that U.S. officials have taken a different approach, prioritizing public health over political considerations.
Florida is now experiencing more daily deaths than during previous peaks, underscoring how critical public health policies remain. In the Miami-Dade area, 15 educators died within just 10 days, a tragic reminder of the ongoing threat posed by the virus.
The Mu variant has been detected in Los Angeles County, raising concerns about its potential to evade vaccines. Health officials are closely monitoring the situation as the variant spreads.
Sweden has banned travelers from the U.S., though this measure may be lifted soon as the country sees a decline in cases. Meanwhile, a useful dashboard provides real-time insights into how the pandemic is progressing across different states, helping to track trends in case growth and decline.
Long COVID remains a serious concern, especially for those who haven’t been vaccinated. Emerging data suggests that individuals with two doses of the vaccine are at a lower risk of developing long-term symptoms.
Finally, when considering underreporting and excess mortality, the true global death toll from the pandemic is estimated to be over 15 million—more than three times the official count. This highlights the need for better data collection and transparency in tracking the full impact of the crisis.