Introduction

We know a lot more about the Omicron COVID variant than we did. NPR has the latest information on its symptoms and severity. And National Geographic has answers to nine big questions about it.

CNN breaks down what’s happening in Kazakhstan and why it matters for the rest of the world.

The Washington Post reports on new research showing climate disasters are affecting more Americans than many thought. Bloomberg covers a new study showing the 10 worst climate disasters caused $170 billion in global damage last year.

There are tons of new TV shows coming out, and you won’t have time to watch them all. Vulture shares what its experts are most looking forward to.