Tag: Covid 19

The article discusses the ethical considerations of COVID-19 vaccine allocation from a Jewish perspective.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has a history of comparing vaccine mandates to the Holocaust, with instances dating back to 2015 where he used strong language like "holocaust."
The article discusses a group of scientists and doctors labeled "The Dissidents" who have questioned the scientific consensus and official policies regarding COVID-19.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on democracy worldwide, with many governments expanding their decision-making powers in the name of public health.
The author argues against the widespread masking of schoolchildren during the COVID-19 pandemic.
In a discussion about recent events, the Hebrew word of the year for 2022 is highlighted as a good starting point to the year.
The debate over COVID vaccine mandates for children has sparked a conflict between those who believe everyone should be vaccinated and those who advocate for individual risk assessment.
The year 2021 marked the end of Benjamin Netanyahu's 12-year rule in Israel, a significant event in Israeli history.
Lehrhaus, a center for conversations and ideas in the Modern Orthodox community, has published over 100 thought-provoking articles, reviews, and thought pieces throughout 2021.
This podcast episode delves into a range of topics including holiday cooking, the enduring legacy of Charles Dickens, geopolitical tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran, and the ongoing impact of COVID-19.
The Omicron variant of the coronavirus is spreading rapidly, surpassing the Delta variant as the leading source of new infections in the United States.
Leaders across Europe are implementing aggressive travel restrictions in response to a rapid uptick in COVID-19 infections.
The author describes their journey from being politically left-leaning to feeling politically homeless, experiencing what they call "The Turn."
Former President Donald Trump worked on expanding the Abraham Accords while hospitalized with COVID-19, hoping to distract attention away from his illness, according to a forthcoming memoir by his former chief of staff, Mark Meadows.
New York City's outgoing mayor, Bill de Blasio, has announced a sweeping vaccine mandate that applies to children as young as 5 and the entire private sector workforce.
The podcast discusses President Joe Biden's challenges in pronouncing the name of the Omicron variant and questions the severity of the threat it poses.
Allison Kaplan Sommer, Miriam Herschlag, and Noah Efron discuss Israel's Education Minister's decision not to award the country's top prize to a computer theorist who supported boycotting an Israeli university, the debate over whether all government functions need to be in Jerusalem if it's considered Israel's capital, and the projection that by 2050, a quarter of Israelis will be ultra-Orthodox and its significance.
The author discusses the impact of school closures during the COVID-19 pandemic on students with disabilities.
Yuval Levin discusses the fact that 70% of the U.S. population aged 12 and older is fully vaccinated, a milestone suggesting herd immunity and the end of the pandemic.
The author reflects on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the loss of normalcy and loved ones.
Tel Aviv's cocktail culture has experienced a transformation in recent years, moving away from neon-hued and sugary drinks to focus on local flavors and ingredients.
This article discusses the debate over whether wealthy countries should administer booster shots to fully vaccinated adults or prioritize sending these doses to unvaccinated individuals in poor countries.
The article explores the sources and nature of vaccine hesitancy and the emotional reactions that arise in discussions around vaccination.
The article explores the reasons why positive news about COVID-19 vaccines, such as their effectiveness in preventing severe disease and the potential of natural immunity from previous infection, may not be sinking in among the public.
James B. Meigs discusses his articles in Commentary, specifically delving into the potential cover-up by leading public health figures at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.