PFIZER’s vaccine appears to be less effective in halting the spread of the Delta strain, though it shields well against severe illness, Israeli government data show.
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced plans to end physical distancing and capacity limits at venues in England in two weeks, saying people must learn to live with coronavirus.
US President Joe Biden celebrated Independence Day by hailing what he called a “heroic” vaccination campaign. Brazil’s president saw his popularity sink amid a vaccine scandal.
The Duchess of Cambridge will self-isolate after coming into contact with a case. Thai Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-Ocha will also isolate at home for a week.
Luxembourg’s premier remains hospitalised for a second day after testing positive more than a week ago, just days after attending a summit with European Union counterparts.
Key developments:
- Global Tracker: Cases top 183.9 million; deaths near 3.98 million
- Vaccine Tracker: Almost 3.2 billion
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