What you need to know about the coronavirus right now - Reuters
What you need to know about the coronavirus right now Reuters
Two Yankees Pitchers Test Positive for Coronavirus
Gerrit Cole, the team’s ace, will miss his scheduled start on Tuesday against Baltimore. Jordan Montgomery has also tested positive.
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French territory of Guadeloupe to go into new lockdown to tackle COVID-19 - Reuters
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Trump Has the Coronavirus. What Risks Does He Face?
Older men have a greater chance of becoming severely ill from Covid-19, though many recover quickly. Experts say the next week will be crucial.
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The President and first lady tested positive for Covid-19. Here's what CDC guidelines say should happen next
President Donald Trump announced early Friday he and first lady Melania Trump had tested positive for Covid-19. Here's what the CDC says should happen when someone tests positive for the virus or is exposed to an infected individual.
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Covid-19 Live Updates: Trump Tests Positive for the Coronavirus
The president tested positive for coronavirus hours after insisting that “the end of the pandemic is in sight.” The news caused a plunge in global financial markets.
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Nearly 20,000 Amazon Employees Have Contracted Covid-19 This Year
Amazon finally released data on the number of coronavirus cases among its workforce, and it’s staggering: Nearly 20,000 U.S. employees have contracted the virus since March. Read more...
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Mexico says 10 billion pesos put aside for Covid-19 vaccine advances - Reuters India
Mexico says 10 billion pesos put aside for Covid-19 vaccine advances Reuters India
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Cornell University researchers analyzing 38 million English-language articles about the pandemic found that President Trump was the largest driver of the “infodemic.”
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26 states see increases in coronavirus cases
As states continue to struggle to control the coronavirus pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control says infections for people 18-22 years old has risen by 55%. CNN's Erica Hill reports.
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Why Won’t Trump Tell Americans to Wear Masks?
How a simple, effective tool to prevent coronavirus infection turned into a partisan fault line.
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Coronavirus Deaths Pass One Million Worldwide
Over the past 10 months, the virus has taken more lives than H.I.V., malaria, influenza and cholera. And as it sows destruction in daily life around the globe, it is still growing quickly.
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Florida eateries packed after coronavirus restrictions lifted
Bars and restaurants in Florida were seen packed over the weekend after Gov. Ron DeSantis signed an order allowing establishments to begin operating at 100 percent capacity. CNN's Alexandra Field reports.
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This luxury tower features COVID killing robots — Strictly Robots
This technology could help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in residential buildings. Read more...More about Tech, Mashable Video, Healthcare, Strictly Robots, and Covid 19
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‘It’s Not in My Head’: They Survived the Coronavirus, but They Never Got Well
With 7 million known cases of the coronavirus across the country, more people are suffering from symptoms that go on and on.
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As Europe’s Coronavirus Cases Rise, So Do Voices Crying Hoax
As health officials warn of a second major wave, growing numbers of people are dismissing the threat as media hype and sometimes embracing conspiracy theories.
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This Dog Is Learning How to Detect Covid-19
Can man’s best friend lend a hand, or a nose, to the fight against the novel coronavirus? The answer might be yes. Read more...
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King: Coronavirus numbers take a turn for the worse
CNN's John King breaks down the latest Covid-19 numbers which show that cases are rising.
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Migrants Stranded in Mexico Have 1 Year to File for Asylum. COVID-19 Is Making That Deadline Nearly Impossible
Stuck in Mexico, asylum hearings postponed indefinitely, and without access to a mailbox, many have missed their one-year deadline to submit their applications for asylum.
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Coronavirus Briefing: Vacation stigma
Travelers are being shamed for potentially spreading the virus.
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How WeChat Censored the Coronavirus Pandemic
In China, the messaging platform blocked thousands of keywords related to the virus, a new report reveals.
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The Coronavirus Generation
The virus doesn’t sicken kids as much as adults. But it can still destroy their futures. A child allowance would help.
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In a Touch-Free World, the QR Code Is Having Its Moment
Once dismissed as a marketing gimmick, the black and white patterns are proving their worth during the coronavirus pandemic.
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What to Know About Coronavirus Charges on Your College Bill
As college students return to school, some have noticed a new line item on their bill: a coronavirus fee. With new costs for screening, testing, and safety configurations, the New York Times reports some colleges and universities are passing part of the expen…
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