Omicron BQ Covid variants, which threaten people with compromised immune systems, are now dominant in U.S.

The BQ coronavirus subvariants are likely resistant to key antibody medications used by people with compromised immune systems.

Omicron boosters probably aren’t very effective against mild Covid illness, but will likely prevent hospitalizations, experts say

The study did not look at hospitalization, but experts believe the omicron booster shots will provide strong protection against severe outcomes.

Retailers are battling for shoppers’ eyeballs and wallets amid an unusual holiday shopping season clouded with sky-high inflation.