Covid: All UK adults to be offered booster jab
Experts also recommend a second dose for 12 to 15-year-olds, in response to the Omicron variant. BBC News – UK
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Ghislaine Maxwell’s sex-trafficking trial begins in New York City
The UK socialite denies grooming girls for convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein to sexually abuse. BBC News – US & Canada
Covid Omicron: No need to panic, South African minister says
Joe Phaahla says South Africa is experienced in dealing with Covid variants, despite a surge in cases. BBC News – Africa
Covid: Shares hit as new variant rattles investors
Airlines and oil firms slide as FTSE 100 index of leading shares suffers biggest drop in more than a year. BBC News – Business
Covid: Israel to impose travel ban for foreigners over new variant
Travellers from all countries will be banned from entering Israel for 14 days, local media report. BBC News – Middle East
Palmeiras 2-1 Flamengo (aet): Deyverson scores winner in extra time
Palmeiras beat fellow Brazilians Flamengo in extra time to successfully retain their Copa Libertadores title. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean