5 things to know on CTVNews.ca on Thursday, December 2, 2021: Travel claims, Meghan’s lawsuit, housing prices
TORONTO – US imposes new travel requirements for plane passengers, scientists race to understand Omicron and UK regulations in favor of Duchess of Sussex in a privacy lawsuit . Here’s what you need to know to start your day.
1. Travel requirements: At the beginning of next week, Canadians and all other foreign travelers arriving in the United States by air will be required to be tested for COVID-19 no later than one day prior to departure.
2. Omicron Research: Scientists around the world are racing to learn more about the newly discovered coronavirus variant B.1.1.529, now known as Omicron, to see how it compares to other variants of interest. .
3. Meghan’s suit: The Duchess of Sussex on Thursday won at the latest stage in a lengthy lawsuit over the publication of parts of a letter she wrote to her estranged father.
4. Real Estate: Canadian house prices are expected to rise steadily through 2022, with continued inter-provincial migration in many areas and a shortage in housing supply in these areas driving costs up, according to a report. The report was published on Wednesday.
5. Shopping woes: A new poll shows that many Canadians are feeling more stressed this holiday season due to financial constraints and supply chain issues.
One more thing…
In the wild: The first cases of COVID-19 in Canadian wildlife have been detected in three white-tailed deer, a press release from Environment and Climate Change Canada reported.
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