Current Events in May 2021

CVS to offer people who get vaccinated a chance to win prizes

The pharmacy chain is offering prizes like a trip to the Super Bowl, a Bermuda vacation, or stays at a Wyndham hotel

Read article 05/27/2021

Coronavirus update: Another new treatment drug, investigating the virus’ origin

Fewer people are filing unemployment claims

Read article 05/27/2021

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Senate bill would bar sales of used cars with open recalls

Supporters say the bill wouldn’t increase costs for used car dealers

Read article 05/27/2021

U.S. pipeline companies must now report cyberattacks to the government

The Biden administration wants to enhance security in the wake of the Colonial Pipeline attack

Read article 05/27/2021

HSBC to pull out of U.S. banking to focus on wealthier customers

Citizens Bank and Cathay Bank have already cut a deal to take HSBC’s U.S. customers

Read article 05/27/2021

Senator Klobuchar raises concerns over Amazon’s purchase of MGM

The senator has asked the Department of Justice to open an investigation

Read article 05/27/2021

FDA authorizes COVID-19 antibody drug from GlaxoSmithKline

The drug was found to dramatically reduce the risk of hospitalization or death

Read article 05/27/2021

Hearing loss may be more common in women with osteoporosis, study finds

Poor bone health may hinder women’s hearing function long-term

Read article 05/27/2021

Caffeine can’t replace a good night’s sleep, researchers say

Experts recommend adopting healthier sleeping routines instead of loading up on caffeine

Read article 05/27/2021

AAA predicts 37 million Americans will travel this weekend

Memorial Day weekend gas prices will be the highest since 2014

Read article 05/27/2021

Coronavirus update: A green light for Royal Caribbean, CDC offers Memorial Day advice

A study predicts continued remote work flexibility

Read article 05/26/2021

Researchers explain why some children may have a more severe response to COVID-19

The team says it may involve a rare immune response that goes too far

Read article 05/26/2021

Facebook, Instagram users now have option to hide like counts

The option is intended to ‘depressurize’ the user experience

Read article 05/26/2021

Amazon reportedly considers setting up brick-and-mortar pharmacies

The stocks of drug stores are taking a hit, but analysts warn that this is all speculative

Read article 05/26/2021

Google partners with hospital chain to develop health care algorithms

The companies are aiming to improve clinical and operational workflows

Read article 05/26/2021

Amazon buys MGM’s library to bolster its streaming services

Little by little, consumers are paying more for these services

Read article 05/26/2021

CDC clears Royal Caribbean to start test sailing in June

Passengers will have to agree to follow a number of pandemic safety precautions

Read article 05/26/2021

Forty percent of Americans plan to take summer vacation trips, survey finds

After a year of COVID-19 restrictions, consumers are packing their bags

Read article 05/26/2021

Depression may impact a mother’s relationship with their newborn

Study findings show how important mental health resources are for new mothers

Read article 05/26/2021