Will the Delta Variant Send Us Back Into Lockdown?

Science and tech headlines: A consortium of 99 scientists has completed the map of the human genome, discovering more than 2,000 new genes in the process. Autonomous truck startups brought in more than $5 billion in funding in the first five months of 2021. John and Rebecca talk about the promise of self-driving semis. News items: Los Angeles County reinstated mask mandates and social distancing after official health reports found that 20% of new infections were in people who were vaccinated. Foreign investors deployed a record $900 billion in American mutual funds and ETFs in the first half of this year. Rebecca explains why US equities look so attractive these days. John and Rebecca discuss a New York Times story on Facebook’s partnering with religious organizations to create online congregations. China has sent the Biden administration a list of grievances and demands. John and Rebecca think they won’t be answered.