Omicron fears – will the U.S go into lockdown?

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4 years ago

December 21, 2021

The US Centre for Disease Control has announced that Omicron is now the dominant strain in America, making up 73 percent of infections as of last week

The World Health Organisation has delivered a Christmas warning… urging people to cancel some of their holiday plans as Omicron spreads.

The head of the organisation says an event cancelled is better than a life cancelled… adding that “difficult decisions” must be made.

The WHO is now convinced the coronavirus variant is spreading faster than the Delta variant, infecting the vaccinated as well as those who have already recovered from covid.

How is the U.S reacting to this warning?

According to the CDC, we know that Omicron is now the dominant strain in America.

In fact omicron now makes up 73 per cent of infections as of last week.. with more than 650 thousand omicron cases

Since the end of June, the Delta variant had been the main version causing US infections… but certainly not anymore.

The Biden administration says the nation will not be locking down despite the spread of Omicron

CDC Director says the new numbers reflect the kind of growth seen in other countries.

She says these numbers are stark, but they’re not surprising

The virus has since shown up in about 90 countries, even though a-lot of the Omicron variant remains unknown, including whether it causes more or less severe illness.

CDC data showing Omicron overtaking delta is not just happening in the US, similar infection rates are being seen in South Africa, the UK and Denmark.

Many authorities are predicting a huge spread over the holidays, including breakthrough infections among the vaccinated and serious complications among the unvaccinated that could stress hospitals.

Crypto crash alert: Bitcoin and Ethereum plunge amid market turmoil

Crypto market downturn hits Bitcoin and Ethereum; insights on volatility, recovery, and long-term targets from Oz Sultan.

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8 hours ago

December 2, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Crypto market downturn hits Bitcoin and Ethereum; insights on volatility, recovery, and long-term targets from Oz Sultan.

The crypto market is facing a sharp downturn as Bitcoin and Ethereum see significant losses, sparking concerns among investors. Analysts warn of continued volatility but remain cautiously optimistic about a rebound by 2026–2027.

We sit down with Oz Sultan from Sultan Interactive Group to break down what’s driving this market shake-up. From $608 million in liquidations to the impact on overall market sentiment, we explore what this means for both short-term traders and long-term investors.

Get insights on Bitcoin’s long-term targets, potential recovery trends, and what historical data suggests for the future of cryptocurrency.

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Airbus hit by new A320 fuselage panel defect triggering share price drop

Airbus faces manufacturing issues with A320 fuselage panels, impacting shares but confirming safety for in-service aircraft.

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9 hours ago

December 2, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Airbus faces manufacturing issues with A320 fuselage panels, impacting shares but confirming safety for in-service aircraft.

Airbus is confronting a fresh manufacturing issue after discovering a quality defect in several dozen fuselage panels used on A320-family jets. The revelation sparked investor concern, with shares falling by up to 10% as the news broke.

While the newly identified flaw has caused some delivery delays, Airbus confirms that aircraft already in service are safe and unaffected. The defect is limited to a specific batch of panels, and all new production now meets required standards.

The company has apologised for the disruption and says it is working closely with suppliers to prevent a repeat of the issue.

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Bitcoin tanks as markets turn risk-off and tech stocks slide

Bitcoin drops over 7% to $84,555, its lowest in a week, amid waning investor confidence and bearish market pressures.

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10 hours ago

December 2, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Bitcoin drops over 7% to $84,555, its lowest in a week, amid waning investor confidence and bearish market pressures.

Bitcoin has suffered a sharp decline, falling more than 7% and slipping to $84,555 — its lowest point in over a week. After a brutal November where BTC shed more than $18,000, its biggest dollar drop since mid-2021, investor confidence is wavering. Analysts say multiple pressures, including negative ratings for major stablecoins, are amplifying bearish sentiment across the market.

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