Tuesday 17 August 2021

US expected to recommend COVID-19 booster 8 months after 2nd dose

The recommendation would apply only to people who have gotten the two-shot Pfizer or Moderna vaccines.

Prince Harry urges vets to support one another amid Afghanistan crisis

The Duke of Sussex, who served two tours in Afghanistan, put out a statement to veterans amid the Taliban's takeover of the country.

Social media scam is targeting Gen Z

Scams have shifted from telemarketers asking about a car warranty to targeting younger audiences by sending direct messages to potential influencers. NBC's Savannah Sellers has the full story of how the scam works and how to identify and avoid it.

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Education secretary Miguel Cardona talks schools reopening, students' mental health

Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona joins TODAY to discuss the status of schools reopening across the country, advice he's given to superintendents and how hybrid and in-person learning can work together. Cardona says his role is not to require a teaching format, but to empower local districts to make the best decisions for their specific needs. He also addresses the importance of schools addressing students' mental health needs.

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New Zealand to enter lockdown after single COVID-19 case found

The developments prompted people to line up outside supermarkets to stock up on essential items and sparked a sharp drop in the value of the New Zealand dollar.