PLUS: The Covid-19 headlines you need to know, a distraction, and something to read.
By Eve Sneider | 04.21.22 | Independent experts don't approve fourth boosters for more Americans, Shanghai relocates residents to stop spread, and Moderna says its variant-targeting vaccine shows promise. But first, here's this week's big story: |  | Today, the Department of Justice announced that it will file an appeal to reinstate the federal mask mandate on planes, trains, and other forms of transportation. The move comes two days after a federal judge in Florida struck down the mandate, a decision that led transportation providers—including Amtrak and several airlines—to immediately stop requiring passengers to wear face coverings while in transit. In a statement yesterday, the Centers for Disease Control reaffirmed that its mask mandate is "lawful" and that people should continue to wear masks on indoor transit. The agency also asked the DOJ to appeal this ruling. Amidst this flurry of activity around mask mandates at the federal level, other leaders are taking the opportunity to reaffirm their stance on face coverings. Regional World Health Organization officials said masks are still highly encouraged, and New York City's Metropolitan Transit Authority doubled down on its requirements. Even if face coverings aren't required by law, you shouldn't forgo them entirely: Whether you're going about daily life or traveling, it's always a good idea to have a reliable mask on hand. | | The CDC's panel of independent vaccine experts did not sign off on fourth shots for all Americans, with some saying that the agency needs to stop trying to prevent all infections and focus instead on minimizing serious illness and deaths. (CNBC) Shanghai's handling of the latest pandemic wave continues to be mired in controversy, as officials recently announced plans to transfer residents to quarantine facilities more than 100 miles away. (BBC) A new "bivalent" vaccine from Moderna that is intended to provide better protection against new variants showed promising results in trials, the company said this week. (New York Times) Researchers in Spain have reported a new record: A fully vaccinated and boosted 31-year-old woman tested positive for Covid-19 twice within 20 days. (The Guardian) The WHO announced that new cases worldwide decreased by nearly a quarter last week, and went down in every region of the world, though the Americas saw only a 2 percent decline. (Associated Press) | | For the first time in a decade, Netflix is losing subscribers, and lots of them. The trend could portend a troubling shift for the rest of the streaming sector. | | Recently, a new class of influencers has been rebranding the image—and even the definition—of sobriety. How do the latest fads in going dry square with the traditional model of Alcoholics Anonymous? | | Tomorrow is Earth Day! If you're looking for ways to treat the planet a little better, why not try out some of our favorite products made from recycled or upcycled materials? | |
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