Long queues form at UK vaccination sites as omicron spreads
19 December 2021 |
1:51 pm
The omicron coronavirus variant is spreading rapidly in the UK, where the number of daily infections has hit a record high. Health experts warn that it's the most significant threat to public health since the start of the pandemic.
Related
14 Dec
Here are a few reasons to pick up a copy of The Guardian on Wednesday
15 Dec
Concerns are rising across Europe as a number of countries bring in additional measures to combat a surge in infections.
19 Dec
The omicron coronavirus variant is spreading rapidly in the UK, where the number of daily infections has hit a record high. Health experts warn that it's the most significant threat to public health since the start of the pandemic.
16 Dec
Here are a few reasons to pick up a copy of The Guardian on Friday.
18 Dec
Global health body said the new variant has a "substantial growth advantage over delta". More data is still needed to determine the severity of the strain.
20 Dec
Simon Case was leading the probe into alleged Christmas parties held by Prime Minister Boris Johnson's staff in breach of COVID restrictions. Case has quit after reports of parties in his own office.
25 Dec
With Israel having closed its borders to most foreigners, Bethlehem's residents are getting ready for a muted holiday season.
26 Dec
Across the continent, European governments are introducing restrictions such as limiting opening times for restaurants, pubs and venues.
21 Dec
Find these stories and much more when you grab a copy of The Guardian on Tuesday.
22 Dec
Find these stories and much more when you grab a copy of The Guardian on Wednesday.
25 Dec
With Israel having closed its borders to most foreigners, Bethlehem's residents are getting ready for a muted holiday season.
Latest
1 day ago
Former Malian President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, who led the country until he was ousted in a 2020 coup, has died at the age of 76.
1 day ago
The Serbian tennis star has left Australia on a flight to Dubai after a court upheld a visa cancelation. Authorities said that his decision not to be vaccinated against coronavirus posed a risk to the Australian public.
1 day ago
Richard Leakey, a world-renowned Kenyan conservationist and fossil hunter has died aged 77. His groundbreaking work contributed to the recognition of Africa as the birthplace of humankind. He also spearheaded campaigns to stop poaching in Kenya, famously burning the country's stockpile of poached ivory.
1 day ago
With a 3-1 victory over Sudan, Nigeria's Super Eagles secure their slot in the knockout stages and gain status as a tournament frontrunner. Favorites Egypt meanwhile gets their first win thanks to star striker Mohamed Salah and after a goal from Guinea-Bissau was disallowed after VAR review. Alison Sargent is joined by France 24's James Vasina and African journalist Usher Komugisha to discuss all the action.
1 day ago
Brown hyenas are valuable, social animals. But they are being hunted relentlessly. Now, there are more and more protected zones and wildlife reserves where they can live in safety.
