European title races, Champions League places to be decided
GENEVA — Several rebel Super League clubs are facing some harsh realities. Two of the five top leagues are still awaiting a champion. And...
Japan approves 2 new vaccines ahead of emergency expansion
<p>TOKYO — Japan on Friday approved the use of two new vaccines — Moderna and AstraZeneca — hours ahead of an expansion of a...
Ontario resuming use of AstraZeneca, but only as second dose
TORONTO — Canada’s most populous province is resuming use of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, but only as a second dose for those who'd received...
Old records shed new light on smallpox outbreaks in 1700s
BOSTON — A highly contagious disease originating far from America's shores triggers deadly outbreaks that spread rapidly, infecting the masses. Shots are available, but...
A new reason to swipe right? Dating apps adding vax badges
WASHINGTON — The White House is pushing a new reason to swipe right: vaccination badges and “super swipes” for people who've gotten their coronavirus...
Palestinians claim victory as Gaza truce faces early test
<p>GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip — Palestinians rallied by the thousands early Friday after a cease-fire took effect in the latest Gaza war, with many...
Indiana University requiring COVID-19 vaccination shots
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Indiana University is requiring all students and employees to receive COVID-19 vaccinations for the fall semester and is threatening to cancel...
South Korea’s Moon to nudge Biden on North Korea diplomacy
South Korean President Moon Jae-in is hoping Friday's White House meeting with President Joe Biden will lead to renewed diplomatic urgency by the U.S....
Colombia removed as co-host of next month’s Copa America
<p>SAO PAULO — South American body CONMEBOL announced on Thursday that Colombia will not co-host next month's Copa America, a decision reached less than...
High-end NYC eateries expand, flourish in Miami
MIAMI BEACH — New York chef Mario Carbone has achieved that consummate New York “get” at his new Italian restaurant in Miami — he’s...