The CDC has approved boosters for kids 12-15. That will provide little solace for parents of younger kids who are being hospitalized more than at any other point during the pandemic. Thankfully, the symptoms remain much milder than during earlier waves. Here’s the latest (free access) from WaPo: With 9.5 million new cases, global count hits record high.

+ “Two dogs trained to detect an odor distinct to people who are sick with COVID-19 will visit three school districts in Bristol County this week. A black Labrador named Huntah and a golden Lab called Duke can detect the smell of the virus on surfaces and will sit to indicate when they pick up the scent.”

+ Meanwhile, the NoVAX Djokovic Aussie sage continues. He’s currently being held sans visa. Rafa Nadal makes a decent point. “Of course I don’t like the situation that is happening. In some way I feel sorry for him. But at the same time, he knew the conditions a lot of months ago, so he makes his own decision … The world in my opinion has been suffering enough to not follow the rules.”