Free incentives for the COVID-19 vaccine?
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There seems to be a growing list of companies offering everything from beer to cash to anyone who receives the COVID-19 vaccine. But are these helpful or harmful? Willa Friedman, a professor of Behavioral Economics at the University of Houston gives us her answer.

Shrinkflation: Prices increasing with product sizes decreasing
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Have you been feeling ripped off lately when you go to the store? Not only are consumer prices increasing due to inflation, but product sizes could be decreasing. It's called "Shrinkflation" and Edward Dworsky, founder of consumerworld.org helps explain what that is.

Moderna seeking full FDA approval & concerns over Johnson & Johnson vaccine
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Right now, Moderna has emergency authorization for adults 18-years and up only. Now, it?s seeking full approval from the FDA; what that means for the vaccination efforts. Meanwhile, concerns remain high regarding the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. We catch up with Dr. Prathit Kulkarni. Assistant professor of medicine-infectious diseases at Baylor College of Medicine for more information.

Amazon sets Prime Day dates for June

Amazon has announced the dates for its annual Prime Day for 2021.

Inflation fears now a reality - what's driving the increase and for how long?
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Inflation is up and just about everything is going to cost more for the time being. Prof. Dietrich Von Biedenfeld, with the University of Houston - Downtown joins us to help break it down for us.

Disney to complete test cruise from Port Canaveral this month

Disney Cruise Line confirmed to FOX 35 on Tuesday that they will do a test cruise from Port Canaveral on June 29th.

Target reopens fitting rooms at all stores after closing to customers during pandemic

Target said it began opening some of the dressing rooms at the start of Memorial Day weekend, and all were expected to reopen by June 1. The only exception is “a small number” being used for vaccine administration.

Moderna seeks full FDA approval of its COVID-19 vaccine

Moderna said it has started the process of obtaining full approval of its COVID-19 vaccine. It will submit data “on a rolling basis over the coming weeks,” which the FDA will scrutinize.

Effort to curb governors' pandemic emergency powers falls short at Texas Legislature

The proposal’s low bill number signaled it was a priority of new House Speaker Dade Phelan, a Beaumont Republican who referred to the legislation as “the House’s blueprint for pandemic response.”

Memorial Day Weekend will see lower risk of COVID spread, says Houston health authority

Memorial Day Weekend is upon us, thus commencing the start of summer celebrations. So, what does this mean for the spread of COVID-19? FOX 26 reporter Ivory Hecker takes a look at how people are preparing.. and expert recommendations for high-risk people.

COVID-19 worries amid Memorial Day weekend
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Memorial Day Weekend is upon us, thus commencing the start of summer celebrations. So, what does this mean for the spread of COVID-19? FOX 26 reporter Ivory Hecker takes a look at how people are preparing.. and expert recommendations for high-risk people.

More than 100 employees suing Houston Methodist for requiring them to get COVID-19 vaccine

According to a lawsuit provided by the attorney, a total of 117 plaintiffs are included, where they say their employer has forced them to participate in what is being described as “an experimental vaccine trial as a condition for continued employment.”

Can companies and colleges make getting the COVID-19 vaccine mandatory?
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Some Houston Methodist Nurses are protesting the hospital's COVID-19 vaccine mandate. The hospital announced vaccines are mandatory for all employees back in March. But, can employers make that call? Professor Dorit Reiss from UC Hastings joins us to help answer that question.

European regulators approve Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children 12-15

The European Medicines Agency has authorized Pfizer-BioNTech’s COVID-19 vaccine for use in children 12-15, the E.U.‘s first shot cleared for kids.

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo lowers COVID-19 threat level

Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo lowered the COVID-19 threat indicator from Level 2: Orange to Level 3: Yellow, the system’s second-lowest threat level.

Recovering financially after the pandemic
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Financial expert Jeannetta Collier joins The Factor to discuss what you can do to get back on your feet after the pandemic, and set yourself up for generational wealth.

Free, low cost summer resources in Houston to prevent learning loss

Every summer, educators worry about 'Summer Brain Drain,' also known as the 'Summer Slide.' It's basically that decline of reading or other academic skills during the summer break. FOX 26 Houston's Maria Salazar spoke to some experts about the growing concern about this year and what you can do to help a young person in your life.

How to prevent 'summer brain drain'
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Every summer, educators worry about 'Summer Brain Drain,' also known as the 'Summer Slide.' It's basically that decline of reading or other academic skills during the summer break. FOX 26 Houston's Maria Salazar spoke to some experts about the growing concern about this year and what you can do to help a young person in your life.