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People around the world are bidding adieu to 2020 and ringing in the New Year amid the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. Many public health officials are urging caution when it comes to celebrating 2021 in large gatherings; this year, the traditional New York Times Square countdown and ball drop will be streamed virtually, and crowds will be prohibited from Times Square for the first time since

The US lifted its international travel ban Monday for the first time since March 2020, allowing foreigners from 33 nations as well as passengers from Canada and Mexico to cross the border. Travelers are required to show proof of vaccination and a recent negative coronavirus test taken within three days of travel. Unvaccinated children under the age of 18 are exempt from the requirement but

President Donald Trump announced Thursday that the Republican National Convention events scheduled to take place in-person in Jacksonville, Fla. next month, would not be held. The president cited COVID-19 coronavirus concerns in the area as the primary reason for the cancellation.

Some left-rated voices described the move as inevitable, framing the president's management of campaign

Coronavirus hotspot states are reconsidering reopening as they see surges in cases after lifting some restrictions last month. New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy canceled the reopening of indoor dining on Monday, and New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Monday he is reconsidering reopening indoor dining for New York City. Pennsylvania has also made wearing face masks in public mandatory. Meanwhile,