Coronavirus

Trump walks back promise to be 1st in line for COVID vaccination

Pres. Trump says he never intended to have WH personnel receive the vaccine ahead of others, takes credit for vaccine's fast arrival.

Israeli COVID-19 vaccine enters 2nd stage of clinical trials

Testing of domestically-produced coronavirus vaccine by the Israel Institute for Biological Research moves forward.

Netanyahu to isolate until Friday: I feel great

PM to enter self-isolation after meeting with COVID-19 carrier despite testing negative for the disease.

US vaccinations begin at Jewish hospital

Critical care nurse at Long Island Jewish Medical Center receives COVID-19 vaccine. Trump: Congratulations USA, Congratulations WORLD.

Belgian court strikes down synagogue ban

Federal court responding to petition by group of Belgian synagogues nullifies government closure orders on houses of worship.

Israel's coronavirus death toll tops 3,000

Number of coronavirus-related fatalities hits 3,003, as number of active cases of the virus rises to 17,373.

Germany announces partial lockdown

Germany's non-essential shops and schools to close amid a rise in coronavirus cases.

Tens of thousands of vaccines delayed on their way to Israel

Arrival of shipment of coronavirus vaccines from Belgium has been postponed to an unknown date.

Trump and Pence to be offered COVID-19 vaccine

Sources say President, Vice President and other top officials will be offered Pfizer vaccine beginning on Monday.

Employee at Netanyahu's office tests positive for COVID-19

Prime Minister's Office says he does not require isolation. The epidemiological investigation continues.

Guess where the government doesn't enforce COVID regulations?

Where else? The Temple Mount.

Netanyahu to be first world leader to be vaccinated - on camera

"The dangers of not being vaccinated outweigh those of the vaccine; I'll be first, & I hope everyone will follow suit."

Report: Israel offering Hamas COVID aid in return for captives

Israel reportedly offering Hamas terrorist org help fighting COVID in exchange for Gaza-held captives, soldiers' bodies.

Report: Israel may provide vaccines as early as December 20

Member of Israel's COVID task force says vaccine may be available as early as Dec 3, more than 25,000 individuals to receive it daily.

Watch: Trucks loading 1st batch of COVID vaccines

Detroit-area reporter provides footage of trucks being prepared to transport 1st shipment of Corona Pfizer vaccines for US residents.

From the Israeli Press:

Vaccine needlephobia

Digital media's anti-vaccine hysteria will cost many more lives and indefinitely prevent our return to normalcy. Op-ed.

PM: Beginning of the end of the epidemic

PM and Health Min. visit COVID vaccine complex of Maccabi Health Fund, assess that vaccinations will begin at start of next week.

'I don't want them injecting me with anything'

37% of Israelis, including doctors, former vaccine supporters, even a former Health Minister, will refuse COVID vaccine. Why? Opinion

MK Bitan in intensive care with breathing difficulties

MK David Bitan (Likud) arrived on Saturday night at Sheba Hospital in Tel Hashomer, he was tested positive for coronavirus last week

PA to receive Russian coronavirus vaccine

PA officials say they expect to receive four million coronavirus vaccines from Russia next month.

CDC committee recommends Pfizer vaccine

Officials with the government's Operation Warp Speed say they are already boxing up vaccines to ship them out for delivery on Monday.

Belgian court to rule on opening of synagogues

Court said earlier that the closure of places of worship was disproportionate and ordered the government to submit response by Sunday.

Report: Ilhan Omar's husband received $634K in COVID relief

Fox News reports that group co-owned by Omar’s husband received nearly $135,000 in Paycheck Protect, $500,000 in economic relief.

Health Ministry officials:

Vaccination operation to commence in days

Health Ministry sends vaccine samples to laboratory in UK to verify these are indeed vaccines that were ordered.

Tucker: 'Experts' bash anti-lockdown rallies, support looting

Tucker Carlson says 'experts' were wrong about poll numbers, effects of Corona, and a series of other issues, are headed for disaster.

Austria:

Live PCR test in Parliament: Coca Cola tests COVID-19 positive

Austrian MP administers COVID-19 PCR test to beverage Coca Cola in plenum before colleagues. Popular drink tests positive for COVID-19.

Trump to FDA: Get the damn vaccines out now!

As FDA announces plans to finalize approval for coronavirus vaccine, President Trump demands immediate green light for vaccine.

1,866 new infections in 24 hours

10 coronavirus deaths in 24 hours, with 2.7% of coronavirus tests coming back positive.

Russian vaccine developer offers to share research abroad

Following failed Phase 2 trials of Sanofi-GSK's Covid-19 vaccine, manufacturer of Sputnik V vaccine offers to help out.

'You still need to wear a mask even after you get vaccinated'

Immunologist warns that new vaccines won't end threat of spreading coronavirus to the vulnerable, says the vaccinated will still need masks.

How did Australia beat COVID-19?

Australia has almost eliminated the coronavirus by putting faith in science.

FDA panel recommends emergency use of Pfizer vaccine

Food and Drug Administration advisory panel paves way for final approval of Pfizer and BioNTech’s coronavirus vaccine.

Ellen DeGeneres tests positive for COVID-19

US talk show says she feels fine and has notified anyone who has been in close contact with her.

How Remote Workers Can Keep Their Data Safe When Working At Home

The 2020 coronavirus pandemic has brought about a surge in remote workers, with nearly half (46.6%) of employed people working some of the t

PM: We will vaccinate 60,00 people a day starting Dec. 27

Prime Minister Netanyahu, Health Minister Edelstein meet with HMO directors to prepare to distribute coronavirus vaccines.

Government will not impose restrictions over Hanukkah

PM, defense and health ministers agree not to impose new COVID-19 restrictions over Hanukkah following opposition from other ministers.

Rich countries overorder COVID vaccines leaving the poor without

Does it make sense to wipe out coronavirus in Europe while it surges in Africa?

Government approves return to youth movements with restrictions

Minister Zeev Elkin: 'We fought to restore informal education activities, important to create framework for youth.'

COVID-19 policy: Response to op-ed article on Arutz Sheva

The lesson supposed to be learned from being 'stuck in a concept' in the Yom Kippur War, it seems we haven't learned at all. Opinion

Cabinet to approve:

Hanukkah restrictions apply only to Jewish localities

Health Ministry recommends every evening on Hanukkah starting at 5:30 PM, gatherings of two persons not from one nuclear family forbidden.

Rouhani: US sanctions making it hard to purchase vaccines

Iranian President blames US sanctions for making it difficult for his country to purchase medicine and health supplies from abroad.

Report: Likud MK put 30 people in quarantine

Epidemiological investigators claiming that MK David Bitan met with people even after contracting COVID-19.

Pennsylvania Governor tests positive for COVID-19

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf currently experiencing no symptoms and will perform his duties remotely.

'G-d forbid China accountable for destroying the Western world'

Australians must buy Australian wine as it's one of the products China put on 'revenge list,' says Sky News host Paul Murray.

'PCR vs rapid antigen - safely opening up society'

Watch: Specialist claims PCR Testing destroys our society, our freedoms, our population mental and physical health.

Netanyahu: First vaccines to be given on December 27

PM says he will be the first in Israel to receive the coronavirus vaccine, will be able to vaccinate 60,000 people a day.

'I can't keep doing this':

Doctor pleads for review of data during COVID-19 Senate hearing

Assoc Professor of Medicine at St. Luke's Aurora Medical Center delivers testimony to Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee.

Pfizer COVID shot linked to life-threatening allergic reaction

UK bans Pfizer shot for people with "significant" history of allergies.

Pfizer CEO: Severe politicization of vaccine impeded progress

Ruptly talks to Pfizer CEO - "COVID-19 vaccine development saw unnecessary 'politicization,' disconnected from scientific research."

1,719 Covid-19 diagnoses in past 24 hours

310 people in serious condition out of 14,905 active cases.

268,000 Israeli families pushed into poverty during COVID crisis

New report finds 46% surge during coronavirus crisis in the number of Israeli households living in poverty.

Shapiro: COVID rules only apply to 'little people like you'

Ben Shapiro says the Left disregards people protesting Corona guidelines because they feel entitled.

Netanyahu: I'll be the first to take the coronavirus vaccine

First doses of the coronavirus vaccine arrive in Israel, with prime minister and health minister on the tarmac to mark their arrival.

UAE approves Chinese COVID vaccine with 86% efficacy rate

UAE's own analysis showed vaccine to be 100% effective in preventing moderate & severe cases.

Will the UAE be defined a 'red country'?

Health Ministry reportedly considering changing status of UAE after 17 Israelis who visited there contracted coronavirus.

Trump lawyer contracts coronavirus

Jenna Ellis, who has been leading the Trump campaign's legal efforts to dispute election results, contracts coronavirus.

All malls to reopen

Following success of pilot for reopening of malls, Coronavirus Cabinet approves opening of all malls that meet health guidelines.

Using the coronavirus as the great reset?

Who do we believe, and how do we protect our own human rights?

Moshe Bar Simantov: Even after vaccine, there'll be restrictions

'We're already beginning to see end of epidemic, I'd like to congratulate UK on start of vaccination process,' said former HM Director.

COVID-19 vaccine target date: December 20th

Health Ministry orders funds to prepare vaccination campaign in less than two weeks.