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News Brief: Fla. Schools Debate Masks, Jobless Data, Belarusian Athlete's Story

Florida's school districts consider whether to require masks. The latest data on a recovering job market is released Friday. A sprinter from Belarus, who fled the Olympics, is now in Poland.

The World Health Organization Calls For A Pause On COVID Vaccine Boosters

Jason Beaubien, A Martínez, A Martínez

COVID-19 vaccination rates remain perilously low around the world. The WHO has called for a moratorium on booster shots until every country can immunize at least 10% of its population.

Lebanese Demand Justice A Year After The Deadly Beirut Port Explosion

Ruth Sherlock, A Martínez, A Martínez

A Human Rights Watch report states there's little chance the probe will hold any ranking officials accountable — despite evidence they failed to act on warnings about dangerous chemicals at the port.

Gymnast Simone Biles Takes Bronze In A Triumphant Return On The Balance Beam

Tom Goldman, A Martínez, A Martínez

Biles returned to Olympic competition, winning bronze in the individual balance beam. China's Guan Chenchen and Tang Xijing won gold and silver. American Sunisa Lee placed fifth.