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The omicron variant, though much more contagious than the delta strain, is still prevalent in the U.S. but is less likely than delta to cause long COVID, according to a new study.

Omicron poses about half the risk of long COVID as delta, new research finds

Some scientists estimate that cases of long COVID from omicron will still rise, however, because of high transmissibility and the misconception that people don't have to worry about catching it.

People protest as Pope Francis meets young people and elders at Nakasuk Elementary School Square in Iqaluit, Canada, last July. The Vatican on Thursday formally repudiated the "Doctrine of Discovery." The theory is backed by 15th century papal decrees that legitimized the colonial-era seizure of Native lands and form the basis of some property laws today.

The Vatican repudiates 'Doctrine of Discovery,' which was used to justify colonialism

The doctrine, with origins in the 15th century, was invoked as a legal and religious standing by Europeans who "discovered" new lands and violently seized it from people who had been living there.

Nevada Holds Early Democratic Caucuses Ahead Of Saturday's Voting

To make it easier for more people to vote, the state party added early caucusing, where voters can register their preferences on paper. In the first two days, 26,000 people voted.

The Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission placed a bear trap on the FGCU campus this week. Sightings of a bear or bears have been reported in recent days.

FWC places mobile trap on FGCU campus as bear sightings rise

Multiple sightings of a bear on the main part of the FGCU campus in recent days has prompted the placement of a trap on campus.The University Police Department urged people stay clear of the trap. UPD asked people not approach the trap, but report — from afar — if anything is seen inside.

Trump Memo On Transgender Troop Restrictions Creates Confusion

The Trump administration has issued new rules that would keep most transgender people out of the military, but it's still unclear exactly who's affected and how.

In an effort to hire better job candidates, some companies are replacing paper resumes with tests designed to collect big data from job applicants.

Will A Computer Decide Whether You Get Your Next Job?

Companies are replacing paper resumes with tests designed to collect data from job applicants. They're finding some surprising results.

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) awaits the start of a hearing by the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee on September 9, 2014 in Washington, D.C. (Win McNamee/AFP/Getty Images)

Sen. Bernie Sanders On The Midterm Results

As Republicans take the Senate by storm, the Vermont Independent - one of the most progressive voices in the Senate - is taking note.

The French Perspective On 2 Desperate Days Following 'Hebdo' Shooting

Renee Montagne speaks with Sylvie Rottman, senior producer at France 24, for the latest on the mood of the French people, who have been rocked by the shooting at the Charlie Hebdooffices.

Dennis Day started a new career at 70; he manages a store that helps people sell items on Ebay.

Project Helps Seniors Rethink Retirement Years

In Cleveland, an experiment is under way to find new ways to give people purpose and enjoyment as they reach retirement age. But as Americans live longer, views on what retirement means are slow to change.

ECHO delegates attend a workshop with Philip Deal at the International Conference in North Fort Myers. ECHO hosted nearly 200 people and delegates from 25 countries at the conference.

ECHO hosts delegates from 25 countries at international agriculture conference

Nearly 200 people from 25 countires gathered in North Fort Myers recently for an international conference focusing on hunger and related topics.

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