Pandemic updates: Seattle Public Schools going mask optional on March 14 Updated news about the coronavirus pandemic in Seattle and Washington state. KUOW Staff
As the U.S. emerges from 2 pandemic winters, it's time to reboot some habits The pandemic changed our daily habits. Early on people drink more, moved less and ate more. And many of these habits linger. Health experts say it's time to take stock of our daily habits. Rachel Martin
Death toll surpasses 6 million for the pandemic now in its 3rd year Health care experts say that confirmed deaths represent a fraction of the true number of deaths due to COVID because of limited testing. The Associated Press
Russia's war on Ukraine is dire for world hunger. But there are solutions Both countries are huge suppliers of grains and other essential foods. And with widespread hunger and high food prices already, the war couldn't have come at a worse time. Nurith Aizenman
Postcards from a Pandemic We asked about the pandemic moments that will stay with you, or changed you in some way. Here's what you told us. KUOW Staff
Pakistani women take COVID vaccines door-to-door to overcome hesitancy and isolation Pakistani women are taking the COVID-19 vaccine to people's doorsteps. Millions there haven't had their first dose. Most are vaccine-hesitant or women from conservative families who largely stay home. Diaa Hadid
Not every war gets the same coverage as Russia's invasion — and that has consequences Ongoing wars in, say, Yemen or Ethiopia get minimal attention compared with the media focus on the fighting in Ukraine. And there are ramifications on the humanitarian front. Malaka Gharib
The U.S. added 678,000 jobs in February. It's another sign of a hot labor market U.S. employers added 678,000 jobs in February, as the unemployment rate fell to 3.8%, from 4% in January. The Federal Reserve hopes to curb inflation without stalling job growth. Scott Horsley
The NFL and players' union agree to suspend COVID protocols for the 2022 season With the change in protocol, league players and staff will no longer have to wear face coverings at NFL facilities, regardless of their vaccination status. Jonathan Franklin
U.S. truckers are protesting vaccines, even as pandemic restrictions ease A truckers' convoy inspired by what happened in Canada in February is rolling across America toward Washington, D.C. They're protesting vaccines even as states are lessening pandemic restrictions. John Burnett
