@petersbits 26 June 2021 more from that month

The Delta variant of COVID-19 is highly infectious and already accounts for 20.6% of new cases in the US. Delta variant detected in all states but South Dakota. UK records highest daily cases since February 5 as Delta variant runs rampant. Both mRNA vaccines showed efficacy rates around 95% in large U.S. trials, while J&J's vaccine was 66% effective in preventing moderate-to-severe COVID-19 globally when more contagious variants were circulating. Delta Plus appears to have three worrying characteristics: Increased transmissibility; more capacity to attack lung cells; and a potential reduction in monoclonal antibody response — or, put simply, possible resistance to vaccines and immunity gained through previous infection. Deleted coronavirus genome sequences trigger scientific intrigue & Merkel warns Europe is ‘on thin ice’ as concerns about delta variant grow, booster may be needed for J&J shot as Delta variant spreads, some experts already taking them. Delta variant on track to make up 90% of new Covid-19 cases in Europe by late August. Partial SARS-CoV-2 sequences from early outbreaks in Wuhan were removed from a US government database by the scientists who deposited them, meanwhile; Sydney lockdown extended as Delta outbreak grows and COVID Delta spread renews mask order in Israel. Indonesia prefers tightened restrictions to lockdown amid surging COVID-19 cases. Crowds of people have flocked to Dhaka's ferry terminals to try and get out of the city before a strict national lockdown comes into force. For seven days from Monday, no one in Bangladesh will be allowed to leave their homes unless in an emergency. We must be wait & see. #Noticias