MKs from 7 parties told to self-isolate due to exposure to Knesset Channel reporter suspected of having new strain; parliament considering further restrictions to prevent spread

Premier reportedly not planning a sweeping ban on international travel, is aiming to turn schools into environment that encourages vaccination

'We are actually in the beginning again, or maybe even worse,' Brooklyn resident says as COVID surge prompts temporary business closures, cancellation of shows

As infections surge in New York, sketch comedy program announces last show of the season will feature a limited cast; British pop star Charli XCX cancels performance

Cabinet to vote on adding US, Canada, Germany, Turkey, Morocco and other countries to 'red' states where travel is barred, as worries over Omicron grow

Number of cases multiplying in 1.5 to 3 days in places with community transmission, health organization warns

Authorities in France, Austria, Ireland, Denmark cancel events, close theaters, and take other measures as coronavirus variant spreads

3 tested upon arrival at Cairo International Airport are found to be infected with the highly-contagious strain; travelers reportedly flew in from South Africa

Some 130 people at Knesset enter quarantine after 4 personnel catch virus, with 3 of those cases suspected to be Omicron; infected staff include opposition chief's gym trainer

British officials reportedly drawing up plans for 'circuit breaker' after Christmas; Dutch government expected to announce 'strict' shutdown; Paris cancels New Year's fireworks