Omicron is motivating Americans to get boosters but not bringing more initial vaccinations, a poll finds.

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Malaysia hit by the worst floods in decades

At least 14 people have died and tens of thousands evacuated their homes after torrential rain.

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Darkest days could be behind us as data hint that omicron cases may have peaked

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European businesses call for help as Omicron’s reach expands.

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Madagascar: Minister 'swims for 12 hours' after helicopter crashes at sea

The Madagascar police minister was part of a team looking for survivors after a boat accident.

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Joe Manchin reacts to White House statement denouncing him for opposing Build Back Better: 'Basically, they retaliated. I figured they would come back strong.'

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Woman gets prison for torturing boyfriend and posting it to Snapchat, IL officials say

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Fox Host Tomi Lahren: Conservatives Shouldn’t Treat Rittenhouse Like a ‘Rock Star’

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Players with Saudi releases have to decide if it's worth it

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Mysterious `boom' rattles central Illinois communities

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