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First Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccines Administered In US
December 14, 2020

The first doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, outside of clinical trials, started being administered to healthcare workers and nursing home staffers on Monday (Dec.14). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

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Vaccine Distribution Underway; Convincing Consumers Remains A Priority
December 14, 2020

The COVID case spike is certainly creating its own darkness around the world. But as the old expression goes, it is always darkest before dawn – and at this point, we do know dawn is coming. Because the vaccine is here. Get the Full Story...

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COVID Surge Prompts Gov. Cuomo To Again Shutter NYC Indoor Dining 
December 11, 2020

The struggling New York City restaurant industry was dealt a blow on Friday (Dec. 11) when New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo ordered indoor dining to cease effective Monday (Dec. 14) due to the acceleration of the coronavirus.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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CVS, Walmart To Provide COVID Vaccinations
December 10, 2020

Major U.S. retailers CVS and Walmart are readying to begin distributing COVID-19 vaccines, according to published reports. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our...

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Uber Seeks COVID-19 Vaccine Priority For Rideshare, Delivery Drivers
December 10, 2020

Uber wants its delivery and rideshare drivers to be prioritized for COVID-19 vaccinations and sent letters to U.S. state governors requesting early access, Reuters reported on Thursday (Dec. 10). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Brand-New Data: Imminent Vaccine Availability No Magic Bullet Against COVID Fears
December 09, 2020

Days after the first Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine announcement was made, PYMNTS set out to discover how a much-anticipated COVID-19 immunity shot is likely to move the needle of normalcy and begin to boost confidence, allowing America to affect a recovery in full. Get the Full Story...

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American Airlines Offers Preflight COVID Tests For US Destinations
December 08, 2020

American Airlines on Tuesday (Dec. 8) rolled out plans to offer preflight COVID-19 testing in the United States as battered airlines seek ways to lure back wary travelers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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New York Indoor Dining Will Likely Be Halted If Hospitalizations Don’t Stabilize
December 07, 2020

Amid growing COVID-19 hospitalizations in New York, officials are revising indoor dining guidelines to include new restrictions if the rate doesn’t stabilize. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Airbnb Launches Nonprofit To Provide Housing During Crises
December 07, 2020

Airbnb has launched a new nonprofit — Airbnb.org — to offer assistance during this time of crisis and extend temporary housing to frontline workers, refugees, asylum seekers, evacuees and relief workers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...