Omicron variant rattles the world, the pros and cons of sleeping with pets, and more

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Omicron variant rattles the globe


The World Health Organization said the risk from the new coronavirus variant is “very high,” as scientists race to understand how it responds to vaccines and treatments.

Reuters

The variant, first discovered in Southern Africa and now present in several countries, has prompted fresh travel restrictions across the world.

NBC News

Trailblazing fashion designer Virgil Abloh died from a rare, aggressive form of cancer. He was 41.

The Cut

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The Health Threat Lurking in Your Pantry

A lab test found lead and arsenic in popular brands of herbs and spices. Here’s how to stay safe.

Consumer Reports

Listen Now

More about the new Omicron variant, plus Canada taps its reserves of maple syrup, on today’s podcast.

Apple News Today

Five Stories We’re Talking About

A ship’s captain died at sea. Six months later, his body was still in the freezer.

The Wall Street Journal

The McDonald’s ice-cream-machine hacking saga has a new twist.

WIRED

Wheelchairs, chicken tenders, Lincoln Logs, and more goods that are particularly hard to get right now.

NBC News

A priceless Roman mosaic spent 50 years as a coffee table in a New York apartment.

The Guardian

Is it good or bad to share a bed with your pet? Here’s what experts say.

The Washington Post

Sports

The NFL’s contenders and pretenders are revealing themselves. Check out the playoff picture after Week 12.

Bleacher Report

How coach Lincoln Riley’s shocking move to USC shakes up the college-football landscape.

Sports Illustrated

U.S. ski star Mikaela Shiffrin tied a 32-year-old record with her World Cup slalom win on Sunday.

NBC Sports

The Last Word

“	He’s my friend. He’s my musical companion. And he’s the greatest singer in the whole world.”

Lady Gaga teared up when talking about 95-year-old Tony Bennett during their Radio Music City Hall performance, which aired on TV last night. CNN

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