Amid surging COVID-19, Fed could take steps to lower mortgage rates, boost economy

The Fed may adjust bond purchases to push down mortgage and other long-term rates. Officials also may give guidance on how long purchases will continue.

      

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The best COVID-19 vaccine sales pitch is not ‘protect others.’ It’s ‘save yourself!’

Patriotism and altruism won’t sell the COVID vaccine. A self-preservation appeal is far more compelling in today’s America than ‘protect the vulnerable.’

      

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National Geographic shares stunning 2020 travel photos that ‘remind us why we miss traveling’

National Geographic’s 2020 travel photos explore beautiful places and aim to inspire future itineraries.

      

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‘Biggest storm in several years’: Winter weather threatens to dump more than a foot of snow in parts of the Northeast

Winter weather could bring more than a foot of snow in parts of the Northeast on Wednesday. The storm could be the most significant in years.

      

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Dads took on more childcare when they worked from home during COVID-19. Will a vaccine end that?

A COVID-19 vaccine means more Americans could return to work. But dads who got more time with kids may want more job flexibility and a new routine.

      

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Snow days canceled because of COVID-19 online school? Not in these school districts

Nearly 40% of schools had converted snow days to online learning days, a survey found. But other schools say let kids be kids, despite COVID-19.

      

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COVID-19 vaccine must be safe, equitable for Black community. Black doctors are working to ensure it

I’ve been treating coronavirus patients and seen the disproportionate damage done to my community. Now we need inordinate amounts of help.

      

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‘Travel is not recommended’: Biggest East Coast winter storm in years could drop up to 2 feet of snow

The biggest East Coast winter storm in years is still on target to hit the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast on Wednesday and Thursday. Here’s the forecast.

      

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COVID-19 vaccine trials report cases of brief facial paralysis. That’s not as scary as it sounds.

A condition that could result in a droopy face may sound scary, but experts say Bell’s palsy is more common and less severe than people think.

      

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Fashion magnate Peter Nygard charged in sex trafficking scheme, including minors

Federal prosecutors say Peter Nygard “forcibly sexually assaulted” some women and girls, while others were assaulted by associates.

      

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