The NHL has postponed the Vancouver Canucks home games scheduled for Saturday and Sunday at Rogers Arena, as the province grapples with the spread of the highly contagious COVID-19 Omicron variant.

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Fox Cancels Their 'New Year’s Eve Toast & Roast 2022' Special Due To COVID-19 Omicron Variant Surge

Fox has made the difficult decision to cancel their upcoming New Year’s Eve 2022 celebration, New Year’s Eve Toast & Roast 2022.

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Omicron variant affects B.C.’s COVID-19 positivity rate

Global’s Keith Baldrey has some perspective on how the Omicron variant is affecting B.C.’s COVID-19 positivity rate, and how many Omicron cases B.C. has.

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Dr. Hinshaw’s dire Omicron warning: ‘We will see transmission rise to heights we’ve never seen’

The COVID-19 Omicron variant is now dominant in Alberta according to Alberta’s chief medical officer of health Dr. Deena Hinshaw.

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Omicron raises risk, angst over travelling between provinces

As Omicron cases skyrocket and trigger tightening restrictions, travelling during the holidays will become more complicated. Jamie Mauracher looks at how protocols compare among some provinces.

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Part III: Answering your Omicron questions

How long will it take to test positive for COVID-19 if you’re infected with Omicron? What treatments are available against this variant? What about herd immunity? And are face shields effective? Jeff Semple gets the answers from Dr. Dan Gregson and Dr.

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Demand stretches testing sites, booster clinics as Omicron cases soar

Skyrocketing Omicron case numbers have fuelled demand for rapid COVID-19 tests and vaccine boosters. As Mike Drolet explains, one epidemiologist says it’s only a matter of time before “everyone” catches this variant.

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‘We should all be concerned… not panicked’: Biden announces new measures against Omicron

As Omicron tightens its grip on the U.S., President Joe Biden has announced a slew of new measures to accelerate testing and vaccinations.

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B.C. imposes capacity restrictions to fight Omicron’s spread

Just before the holidays, British Columbia has introduced new restrictions to combat a record-breaking COVID-19 surge. Keith Baldrey explains the new rules, and how the province is expanding the rollout of rapid tests.

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AP source: NHL to withdraw from Olympics after COVID surge

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McDonald’s rolls out exercise bikes for dine-in customers in China

McDonald's has rolled out exercise bikes at two locations in China that can be used to charge electronic devices while customers eat. (Credit: McDonald's) McDonald’s is testing out a new item not on its menu but available to dine-in customers: exercise bikes.The corporation confirmed to FOX Television Stations that it’s trying out "The Green Charging Bike" at two locations in China.

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Minister Copping details new COVID-19 restrictions to fight the Omicron variant

Alberta Health Minister Jason Copping announces new public health restrictions including limiting large capacity events being put into place to fight the Omicron COVID-19 variant.

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No known ICU admissions due to Omicron in Ontario yet, but impact expected: top doctor

COVID variant, but an impact on the hospital sector is expected in “the coming days and weeks.”Dr. Kieran Moore provided an update Tuesday on the COVID-19 situation in Ontario.He said out of 4,600 confirmed Omicron cases in Ontario, there have been 15 hospitalizations, though it is still being investigated whether Omicron was the reason for hospitalization for all of those affected or if it was incidental.

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Ontario medical officer talks Omicron, boosters, testing ahead of holidays

Ontario’s chief medical officer of health says Omicron cases are expected to rise in Ontario. As Erica Vella reports, Dr. Kieran Moore also spoke to reporters about boosters and testing ahead of the holidays.

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COVID-19: New restrictions around at-home events in B.C. as rules go into effect

Provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry outlines the new restrictions around gathering over the holidays for at-home events.

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COVID-19: Omicron is rapidly replacing the Delta variant as the dominant strain in B.C.

B.C. provincial health officer Dr. Bonnie Henry said Tuesday that the Omicron variant has now replaced the Delta variant as the dominant strain in the province and it is putting a strain on the health-care system.

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COVID-19: B.C. to ban indoor organized events, shut nightclubs, reduce home gatherings to 10 people

The British Columbia government has brought in a suite of new restrictions just before Christmas in an attempt to protect hospitals from a surge in Omicron COVID-19 cases.

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Biden: COVID-19 testing to increase as Omicron spreads

Today President Joe Biden addressed the nation on the rising threat of the Omicron variant and laid out new steps his administration is taking to combat what experts expect to be a deluge of cases in the coming weeks, including increased testing.

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From Rockettes to NBA, here’s what’s canceled or closing in US amid omicron variant surge

NEW YORK - A number of high-profile events have been either postponed or canceled as the U.S. sees a rise in COVID-19 cases, beginning to be fueled by the omicron variant. Omicron has raced ahead of other variants and is now the dominant version of the coronavirus in the U.S., accounting for 73% of new infections last week, federal health officials said Monday.In much of the country, it’s even higher.

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Flyers game postponed as NHL responds to COVID-19 cases, league officials say

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - DECEMBER 18: Claude Giroux #28 of the Philadelphia Flyers skates with the puck against the Ottawa Senators at Wells Fargo Center on December 18, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images) PHILADELPHIA - The Washington Capitals-Philadelphia Flyers game scheduled for Monday night has been postponed.It’s the 50th NHL game postponed this season for coronavirus-related reasons.

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PCR tests now required upon return to Canada for any length of travel amid Omicron

Canadians returning home from trips abroad regardless of length will now have to show proof of a negative PCR COVID-19 test to re-enter the country.

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Covid restrictions for pubs, restaurants, nightclubs, football matches and large events from Boxing Day

Nicola Sturgeon today announced new restrictions in Scotland in a bid to fight the Omicron variant over the coming weeks.

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5,279 new Covid cases, 'about two thirds' are Omicron

The Department of Health has confirmed 5,279 new cases of Covid-19.

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COVID-19: Still unclear if vaccines need tweaking to address Omicron variant, EMA says

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) is prepared for the possibility that COVID-19 vaccines may need to be tweaked to fight the new Omicron variant, although “there is no answer yet” that it will be necessary, executive director Emer Cooke said on Tuesday.

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Ontario hospitals update visitor policies due to community spread amid Omicron wave

COVID-19 cases driven by the fast-spreading Omicron variant.As of today, Unity Health Toronto, a hospital network consisting of St. Joseph’s Health Centre, St.

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COVID-19: Montreal brings back state of emergency as Omicron variant spreads

Quebec breaks record for highest daily provincial COVID-19 case count in Canada Under a state of emergency, the city is granted exceptional powers to free up resources to deal with the crisis at hand, she said.“With the announcement made by Quebec yesterday, the city is giving itself the means to protect its essential workers while maintaining public services,” Plante said.On Monday, Quebec Health Minister Christian Dubé announced the closure of schools, gyms, cinemas and bars among other restrictions meant to curb the spread of the virus.“The Omicron variant is forcing us to take extra precautions and be extra vigilant,” Plante said.

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Nicola Sturgeon announces tougher Covid restrictions for Stirling residents to tackle spread of Omicron

Stricter coronavirus measures have been introduced in a bid to halt the spread of Omicron.

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Chancellor brings forward £1billion support package for businesses affected by COVID-19

COVID-19 cases, however some industry leaders weren’t impressed.Following days of lobbying from MPs and officials within the hospitality and leisure industries, the package will include one-off grants of £6000 for businesses in England which the Treasury expects will be administered by local authorities in the coming weeks.The new measures will also use taxpayer’s cash to cover the cost of statutory sick pay for Covid-19-related absences for firms with fewer than 250 employees and cultural organisations can access an additional £30million via the cultural recovery fund.Right now, my industry needs clarity, certainty, steadiness and strong leadership from the Government.All of the above are missing.

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Telangana reports four more Omicron Covid cases, state's tally rises to 24

Telangana on Tuesday, taking the cumulative cases of the new strain to 24, reported news agency PTI.

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BREAKING: New Covid restrictions for Lanarkshire public events and hospitality venues

Football matches and public events in Lanarkshire and across Scotland will be limited to a maximum of 500 spectators until mid-January and hospitality venues will have to reintroduce distancing and table-only service under new measures to combat coronavirus.

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Ontario’s top doctor set to give COVID update as Omicron strains health resources

COVID-19 in the province, as the Omicron variant puts increasing pressure on health systems.Dr. Kieran Moore is expected to hold his weekly briefing on the state of the pandemic at 3 p.m.The update comes as officials in some regions report health centres can’t keep up with the surge in demand for tests.Ottawa Public Health has asked residents who have symptoms but can’t access a timely test to assume they are infected and self-isolate.

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Today's Public Health Scotland Covid latest as 5,242 new cases confirmed amid Omicron spread

Another 5,242 Covid cases have been diagnosed within the last 24 hours as First Minister Nicola Sturgeon confirmed people will not be asked to cancel their Christmas Day plans.

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Jammu detects three cases of Omicron Covid variant

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Omicron variant is milder than Delta in terms of severity, a few patients didn't even get fever: Health experts

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Nicola Sturgeon covid update LIVE as fears over Omicron variant grow in Scotland

Nicola Sturgeon is set to update the Scottish Parliament on the latest coronavirus situation across the country later today.

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Omicron: Delhi's total count of new Covid variant rises to 54

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One unusual symptom of Omicron Covid variant that you should watch out for

World Health Organisation (WHO) warning that the Omicron spreads faster than other coronavirus variants, doctors and medical professionals are beginning to report an unusual symptom of the infection.

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Manchester United issue statement on Covid passes for fans attending games at Old Trafford

Manchester United have confirmed fans attending games at Old Trafford must demonstrate their Covid-19 status if they are to be permitted entry into the stadium.

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Biden to announce free at-home COVID-19 tests, more hospital aid to fight omicron

WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden on Tuesday is set to announce a number of new actions in the face of the rapidly-spreading omicron variant of the coronavirus, including access to 500 million free at-home COVID-19 tests for Americans, increased support for overwhelmed hospitals and more vaccination sites nationwide.As families and friends begin to gather together amid a second straight holiday season with COVID-19, scientists are racing to better understand the omicron variant and whether it causes more serious disease. They do know that vaccination should offer strong protections against severe illness and death, which public health officials continue to push heading into the cold winter months. Biden, who is set to speak at 2:30 p.m.

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Sport in Wales behind closed doors over Omicron concern

All sporting events in Wales will be held behind closed doors from 26 December to help control the spread of the Omicron variant, the Welsh government has announced.

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Visiting Thailand? Mandatory Covid quarantine reinstated over Omicron fear

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Odisha reports first cases of Omicron Covid-19 variant

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New Zealand delays border reopening over Omicron concerns

New Zealand has postponed its phased border reopening plans until the end of February over concerns of the rapid global spread of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus.

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Boosters not enough to blunt Omicron wave, experts say: ‘There isn’t time’

COVID-19 booster shots on Monday morning — and in many regions, they were gone in minutes.While demand is high for third doses of COVID-19 vaccine, the supply can’t keep up, and experts say we can’t beat the Omicron variant wave through vaccination alone. COVID vaccine boosters snapped up in Ontario, new restrictions in effect in some provinces “There isn’t time,” said Colin Furness, an infection control epidemiologist and assistant professor at the University of Toronto.“The fact of the matter is that we have millions of these to deliver and we need time to do that.

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NHL shutting down from Wednesday through Saturday due to COVID: AP source

CHICAGO - A person with direct knowledge of discussions said the NHL is beginning a league-wide shutdown Wednesday amid an increase of positive COVID-19 test results among players across the league.The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Monday because the pause on the season had yet to be announced. Beginning the annual holiday break two days early means five additional games will be postponed, bringing the total this season to 49.Two games slated for Tuesday are still set to go on as scheduled.The league and NHL Players’ Association on Sunday said in a joint statement they were attempting to avoid a league-wide shutdown and were making decisions on a team-by-team basis.

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Big Time Rush says Kendall Schmidt not present at NYC events after he tested positive for COVID-19

Big Time Rush member Kendall Schmidt was not near fans or his bandmates after testing positive for COVID-19, a source close to the band told TMZ Monday.The outlet reported that the group - consisting of Schmidt, 31, James Maslow, 31, Logan Henderson, 32, and Carlos PenaVega, 32 - was at the center of online controversy after they had a concert and meet and greet with fans in Manhattan on Saturday.Organizers told fans prior to the start of the event that Schmidt had to withdraw after registering a positive test for COVID-19, according to the outlet. The latest: Big Time Rush member Kendall Schmidt was not near fans or his bandmates after testing positive for COVID-19, a source close to the band told TMZ Monday.

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Omicron sweeps across the nation, now 73% of US Covid-19 cases

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Broadway’s ‘Jagged Little Pill’ shuts down permanently amid COVID surge

The producers of Broadway’s “Jagged Little Pill” said Monday that they decided to shut down the musical amid the latest COVID-19 surge. “In light of the extreme uncertainty ahead of us this winter, and forced to choose between continuing performances and protecting our company, we’ve made the difficult decision to close our doors,” producers Vivek Tiwary, Arvind Ethan David and Eva Price said in a statement.The show had been suspended on Thursday after “multiple” members of the cast and crew tested positive for coronavirus.

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Omicron cases spike in Alberta. What’s next?

The number of detected COVID-19 Omicron variant cases in Alberta jumped by more than 870 since Friday. As Lauren Pullen reports, some infectious disease experts say we may need to put more restrictions in place to help limit spread.

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United States	Cases: 46 252 513 Deaths: 750 423 Recovered: 0
India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0

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