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Nov. 9, 2021, 12:59 a.m.

News Wrap: U.S. reopens to vaccinated international travelers

Summary

In this news wrap, the United States fully reopens to most travelers for the first time since before the pandemic. The U.S. charged two hackers — a Ukrainian and a Russian — in a string of major ransomware attacks. U.S. and Iraqi officials say Iranian-backed militia forces carried out Sunday's drone attack on Iraq's prime minister. Educators: To receive the Daily News Lesson in your inbox each morning, sign up here .

Five Facts

  • Who will be allowed in to the U.S. again based on this piece?
  • What other changes in COVID policy are mentioned in this piece?
  • What were some of the attacks reportedly carried out by Russian and Ukrainian hackers mentioned in this piece?
  • Where did crowds of migrants from Iraq and elsewhere get turned back in large numbers this week?
  • What did former president Barack Obama speak in Glasgow this week?

Focus Questions

Why do you think the Biden administration chose this time to allow travel to the U.S. again? Do you think it's a good idea? Why or why not? Media literacy: Was there an item in this news wrap that didn't make sense to you, or that you wish had been covered in more detail? If so, what?

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This week, the UN climate convention known as COP26 continues, with world leaders negotiating future responses to climate change. To find out more, check out this post .

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