Evening Edition: With much still to learn about omicron variant, here’s what is known so far

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With much still to learn about omicron variant, here's what is known so far

Scientists say the new coronavirus variant has a high number of mutations that could make it more easily transmissible. While more research is needed, scientists have confirmed some important details.

By Meryl Kornfield, Lateshia Beachum and Adela Suliman ●  Read more »

Omicron found from U.K. to Hong Kong as countries race to impose controls

By Chico Harlan and Lesley Wroughton ●  Read more »

N.Y. declares covid state of emergency as Gov. Hochul warns variant 'is coming'

By Andrew Jeong ●  Read more »

What to know about travel after omicron's discovery

By The Way | A Post Travel Destination ●  By Natalie B. Compton ●  Read more »

Biden's challenge, gamble and wish set the table for the 2022 elections

The Take ●  By Dan Balz ●  Read more »

At the English Channel, plans and prayers before perilous final leg in migrants' long journeys

By Rick Noack and William Booth ●  Read more »

Rising antisemitism, focus on identity highlight Hannukah's darker history of radical Jews' revolt against assimilation

By Michelle Boorstein ●  Read more »

Honduras vote raises fears of violence at what U.S. official calls a 'key moment' for Central America

By Delphine Schrank and Mary Beth Sheridan ●  Read more »

Dave Chappelle's return to alma mater raised concerns among some students and parents

By Vanessa G. Sánchez ●  Read more »

Ghislaine Maxwell trial set to open in New York, two years after Jeffrey Epstein's jailhouse suicide

By Shayna Jacobs ●  Read more »

Russia jails 5 people over coal mine disaster that killed 51

By Dasha Litvinova | AP ●  Read more »

Gifting a gamer? Consider these tips and ideas.

Launcher | Video Game News & Analysis ●  By Washington Post Staff ●  Read more »

Panel approves bid to demolish Wright brothers' first bike shop

By Associated Press ●  Read more »

Central figure in American musical theater dies at 91

Stephen Sondheim | 1930–2021 ●  By Tim Page ●  Read more »