New Delta Virus Variant Escalates Lockdowns

We're being told that the new Delta virus variant is more transmissible outdoors and within households, and more likely to affect younger people.

STORY AT-A-GLANCE

• The emergence of a new SARS-CoV-2 variant from India, called “Delta,” may result in a new round of lockdowns around the world, including the U.K. and Chile

• Chile has one of the highest COVID-jab rates in the world; 58% of the population have received two doses and 75% have received their first dose. Santiago locked down as of June 10, 20…