| America misses Biden's vaccine goal, new startups cater to remote workers, and Fauci warns about the threat of the Delta variant. Here's what you should know: Headlines The White House announces that America won't meet Biden's July 4 vaccine goal Yesterday, the White House acknowledged that the US isn't going to meet President Biden's goal of getting 70 percent of American adults at least one vaccine dose by July 4. Instead, the administration will aim to ensure that 70 percent of Americans 27 and older receive at least one shot by the holiday weekend. Biden had also said he wanted 160 million Americans fully vaccinated by Independence Day, which won't happen. But officials say the US will hit that goal no later than mid-July. New startups are betting on the rise of a remote world even beyond the pandemic For many employees, the great remote work experiment may soon be coming to an end. But it still seems likely that work will take place remotely much more often than it did pre-pandemic, and a new wave of startups is seizing the opportunity. Galileo, an online-first school, currently has 200 students from 30 countries enrolled, and has seen growing interest from families in which parents are working remotely and want the freedom to live anywhere. And Anyplace, an Airbnb-style marketplace, has started listing apartments designed specifically for remote workers, complete with standing desks and second monitors. Fauci declares the Delta variant the biggest obstacle to America's pandemic response On Tuesday, Anthony Fauci remarked that the highly contagious Delta variant, first observed in India, is the "greatest threat" to the United States' attempts to quash Covid-19. In a news conference, he added that the mutation accounts for 20 percent of all new cases in the US, versus 10 percent around two weeks ago. Research suggests the variant could be around 60 percent more transmissible than the Alpha strain, which was first identified in the UK. But the good news is that vaccines offer good protection; the best thing Americans can do is get their shots if they haven't already. Daily Distraction You might think the best way to study LA's notorious smog would be from the ground, but a group of scientists is taking a new, extraterrestrial approach. Something to Read Many people think of gig work as flexible and potentially short-term. But what about the workers who have made it their life? Jeffrey Fang was a career driver and a top earner—until his minivan was carjacked with his children inside. His journey through the quicksands of gig work isn't just about one man; it's about the fate of the industry itself. Sanity Check Another Prime Day has come and gone, and there's no better time to be asking: What would it look like if shopping on Amazon was, well, better? One Question How do I protect my body when I'm working from home all day? If you've spent the past year-plus working remotely, you know first hand the importance of a comfortable workspace for your physical as well as psychological health. But sometimes getting set up in a way that's healthy requires a little trial and error. Small additions like an external keyboard or laptop stand can reduce strain on your neck, wrists, and back. Changing positions regularly—or just getting up for a few minutes—is even more important than everyone says it is. And, above all, taking care of your mind and body when you're out of the virtual office will pay dividends in the long run.
Covid-19 Care Package 📦 To end this pandemic and prevent future ones, we'll need a good way to track and surveil emerging diseases. Here's a look at the latest efforts. 😷 If you're planning to go out in public, you're still likely to need a mask for some time to come. Here are the best ones you can buy, or how to make one at home. 💉 The data is in, and the vaccines are working. Here's how to get an appointment in your area. 💻 Whether or not you're a work-from-home pro, here's how to stay productive without losing your mind. 😔 It's hard not to be anxious about a global pandemic, but here's how you can protect yourself and your family without spiraling and how to not hate the loved ones you're quarantined with. ✂️ Here are some ways to keep yourself lookin' fresh after over a year at home. 🦠 Read all of our coronavirus coverage here. | 
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