2,327 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Wednesday; 66 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,327 Wednesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,216,142.

CDC approves test sail for Royal Caribbean cruise line, the first as COVID-19 cases drop

The CDC has given Royal Caribbean approval to conduct a test sail next month, a sign that the cruise industry is poised to bounce back this year after suffering major losses from the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020.

Cake remained a centerpiece for pandemic weddings, but with less tiers and more long-distance taste tests

From the taste to the design, every bride has a vision for what their wedding day will look like -- even down to the cake. There were some adjustments during the pandemic, but the wedding cake remained a centerpiece.

US reaches 50% of adults fully vaccinated against COVID-19, CDC data says

The United States reached a notable milestone on Tuesday with 50% of adults becoming fully vaccinated against COVID-19 nationwide. according to data collected by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Hernando schools to drop mask mandate at end of academic year

Face-coverings will not be required at 2021 graduation ceremonies which, the district noted, are all being held outdoors and as socially-distanced as possible.

1,874 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Tuesday; 80 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 1,874 Tuesday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,313,815.

Pfizer begins testing COVID-19 booster shot with pneumococcal vaccine in older adults

Pfizer is testing a booster of its COVID-19 vaccine in combination with a pneumococcal vaccine candidate in fully vaccinated older adults. The study will analyze safety and the immune responses produced by each.

Moderna says its COVID-19 vaccine strongly protects kids as young as 12

Moderna said Tuesday its COVID-19 vaccine strongly protects kids as young as 12 after a study of more than 3,700 12- to 17-year-olds.

US warns Americans not to travel to Japan weeks before Tokyo Olympics

The U.S. State Department and CDC issued travel warnings this week urging Americans to avoid visiting Japan amid a surge in serious COVID-19 cases. In response, Japan said the travel warnings won’t have an impact on Olympians.

Florida to end $300 weekly federal unemployment payments

The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity said that this will be effective starting June 26, 2021, as part of the DEO's ‘Return to Work’ initiative.

‘We need data’: White House supports probe into COVID-19 origin

White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said the White House supports an independent investigation into COVID-19’s origin after Wuhan researchers were reportedly hospitalized with COVID-like symptoms months before the pandemic.

NYC schools to be in-person only in September, de Blasio says

"New York City public schools, 1 million kids, will be back in their classroom in September. All in-person, no remote," said Mayor Bill de Blasio.

1,606 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Monday; 27 new deaths

The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 1,606 Monday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida since the pandemic began is now 2,311,941.

'I'm young, I shouldn't be here': My fight with COVID-19

Where Maurielle got COVID-19 is still not exactly known, but she does know what it was like to survive the virus. Now she's telling us her COVID-19 survival story, her own words.

Norwegian Cruise Line announces plan for U.S. return to cruising

The cruise line also stated that the restart of cruising in the U.S. is dependent on receiving a ‘Conditional Sailing Certificate’ from the CDC.