Officials in the United States are rolling out new incentives to encourage vaccination as demand slows. Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan (R) on Thursday launched a $2 million lottery that will distribute dozens of $40,000 cash prizes to vaccinated residents — along with a grand prize of $400,000. New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo (D) announced a $5 million “vax and scratch” lottery.
The White House on Friday highlighted an effort by popular dating apps to encourage vaccinations by giving users badges to signal their inoculation status. It’s part of the Biden administration’s larger plan to have at least 70 percent of adults receiving both shots by July 4.
In Europe, hopes are high that official plans to ease travel restrictions can help spur a summer tourism rebound as new coronavirus cases in the region decline sharply. Policymakers are expected to outline further details Friday of measures to remove quarantine requirements for vaccinated travelers starting July 1.
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