U.S. Has Fourth-Highest Number Of COVID-19 Cases Worldwide
The country has reported more than 26,700 confirmed cases of the new coronavirus.
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Ohio and Louisiana Issue Statewide Stay-at-Home Orders Amid Coronavirus
Ohio's order mandating all residents stay at home will be implemented Monday evening at 11.59 p.m. local time, and is scheduled to end on April 6.
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Rand Paul Tests Positive for Coronavirus
"He expects to be back in the Senate after his quarantine period ends," according to the Kentucky senator's Twitter account.
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Iran Leader: Coronavirus Is a Poison Built Specifically to Kill Iranians
"I don't know how true it is. But when there's such an allegation, can a wise man trust you?" Ayatollah Ali Khamenei tweeted.
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Who Leads the Field in Dependency Treatment in 2020?
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Teachers are more in demand than ever, and the rewards for a career as an educator are numerous and generous. Find out how to get involved.
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Newsweek James Bond Special Edition
Agent 007 claimed a spot as the world’s coolest spy since Sean Connery brought him to life on the big screen. Explore Bond’s legacy with the Newsweek Special Edition, featuring behind-the-scenes photos from the films and your complete guide to every Bond Girl, villain and getaway car in the canon.
Newsweek AMPLIFY Launches Strategic Partnership Solutions for Brands
Newsweek AMPLIFY, the company's independent business unit, has launched a new program to empower digital brands with comprehensive content marketing and advertising strategies.
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Trump Announces Activation of the National Guard in Worst-Hit COVID-19 States
"The federal government has deployed hundreds of tons of supplies from our national stockpile to locations with the greatest need in order to assist in those areas," the president said Sunday.
Culture & Travel
Travel
Social Distancing Around the World in Photos
From Rome's desolate Spanish Steps to New York's deserted Times Square, take a look at some of the world's busiest landmarks that are all now but eerily empty.
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Wanderlust Stricken? The 10 Best Travel TV Shows to Watch Now
Travelers can still explore the world while binge-watching these travel TV shows in home isolation. Thanks to streaming services, we can virtually send ourselves to nearly any and every part of the planet in just a few clicks.
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You Can Still See the World With These Virtual Tours
What to do with the free time available when trips to the movies, a museum or the theater are out of the question? Here is a list of museums and other popular tourist attractions that have entire collections or performances available online.
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Illinois Governor Pritzker Tells Trump to 'Get Off Twitter & Do Your Job'
"You wasted precious months when you could've taken action to protect Americans & Illinoisans," Pritzker said.
Angela Merkel Has Entered Quarantine Over Coronavirus Concern
"Even from domestic quarantine, the Chancellor will continue her official business," the German leader's spokesperson said.
AOC: Trump Is 'Going to Cost Lives' by Not Using Defense Production Act
"We cannot wait until people start really dying in large numbers," the progressive Democrat from New York warned.
Global Coronavirus Death Toll Now Exceeds 11,500
Hospitals struggle to cope in Italy, bars and restaurants in the U.K. have been closed, and the European Union allows member states to spend as much as they need to combat the virus.
Pennsylvania Court Orders Death Row Inmate Get Coronavirus Test
Walter Ogrod's lawyers had filed an emergency motion after the 55-year-old developed a high fever, cough and had difficulties breathing, but wasn't tested for COVID-19.
Olympic Champion Swimmer Diagnosed With Coronavirus Calls It 'Worse Virus'
Cameron van der Burgh, the Olympic gold medalist in the 100-meter breaststroke in 2012 and silver medalist in 2016, talks about his physical struggles during his 14th day in
Congressman Mark DeSaulnier in Critical Condition With Pneumonia
"The doctors are doing everything they can to care for the Congressman," the representative's office said in a statement.
Canceling 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics 'Not on the Agenda' of IOC
The IOC will look at various options to keep the Summer Olympics in Tokyo during 2020, including a postponement. But canceling the Games is not an option, they say.
'Curb Your Enthusiasm' Season 11: Will There Be Another Season on HBO?
"Curb Your Enthusiasm" Season 11 could be going after HBO have said they would happily renew the show—it all depends on whether star Larry David wants to do more.
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Coronavirus Is Corporations' Chance to Prove Their Worth to Communities
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Bernie's Campaign Was All Policy. His Values Were a Better Rallying Cry
By Richard E. Rubenstein
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The Ethics of the Coronavirus Crisis Are Muddier Than You Think
By Charlie Kirk
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Joe Biden's Stutter Explains a Lot About How He Speaks. I Should Know
By Jack Brewster
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Protecting Us All From an Epidemic Should Be Prioritized Over the Economy
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In the Fight Against COVID-19, We Need to Protect Both Lives and Livelihoods
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Paul Tests Positive for COVID-19 After His Dad Dismissed Panic Over Disease
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What Can A Private Education Do For Your Child?
What is the single most consequential choice you make to give your child the best possible advantage in life? If you think it’s education, read on.
World's Best Hospitals 2020
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Biden Campaign Accuses Trump Of Trying to 'Rewrite History' On COVID-19
"Instead of taking charge and taking responsibility, Trump has passed the buck and failed to lead" said Joe Biden's deputy campaign manager, Kate Bedingfield.
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Italy Deaths Spike 2 Weeks Into COVID-19 Lockdown, an Ominous Sign for U.S.
The European country recorded the world's deadliest 24-hour period of coronavirus-related fatalities Saturday, prompting additional draconian lockdown restrictions.
U.S.
FDA Authorizes Test That Can Detect Coronavirus in 45 Minutes
"During this time of increased demand for hospital services, clinicians urgently need an on-demand diagnostic test for real-time management of patients being evaluated for admission to health-care facilities," one doctor said of the new testing.
U.S.
Local Commissioner Accuses Florida Mayor of Bungling COVID-19 Response
"This is a banana republic, is what you're turning this place into with your so-called leadership," Commissioner Omari Hardy shouted at the city's mayor.
WORLD
China Ambassador Supports Clinton's Critique of Trump Over Coronavirus
A Chinese ambassador concurred with the former secretary of state's recent remark that President Donald Trump is "turning to racist rhetoric" to distract from his administration's coronavirus response failures.
CULTURE
B'way's 'Virginia Woolf' Will Not Reopen After Coronavirus Shutdown
Even once Broadway reopens after going dark for COVID-19 concerns, the new revival of the Edward Albee play will not.
SPORTS
Chicago Bulls Star Zach LaVine Donates 12,500 Meals to Seattle Food Bank
LaVine is a native of Washington State, which has been hit hard by the coronavirus outbreak.
TECH & SCIENCE
A 'Second Dust Bowl' Could Trigger Worldwide Food Shortages and Price Hikes
Computer models have been used to predict the global impacts of a national food crisis similar to the 1930s Dust Bowl.
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These Are The Cities That a Recession Would Likely Hit the Hardest
Suspected Child Abuse Deaths Could Be Linked to COVID-19, Hospital Warns
California Coronavirus Lockdown: Grocery Store Hours and Essential Services
World
Man Fined $33,000 after Breaking Coronavirus Quarantine to Party
Nurses Chase Suspects Who Stole Hand Sanitizer From Hospital
Iran, China Predict More U.S. Coronavirus Pain and Push Conspiracy Theories
Business
Economy Will Rebound Before Election After Short, Sharp Recession: Poll
Bill Maher Demands End of Cruise Ship Industry Amid Pandemic
Coronavirus and Working From Home: Tech Productivity Tools That Can Help
Tech & Science
Freshwater Reserve Bigger Than Rhode Island Discovered Deep Beneath the Sea
Fragment of Ancient Lost Continent Revealed Off the Coast of Canada
Sun Sets Over Ancient Egyptian Sphinx and Giza Pyramid on Spring Equinox
Culture
These Are All The Singers Headed into the Battles on 'The Voice' Season 18
10 streaming services to help get you through self-isolation
Here's What Etiquette Looks Like Now Thanks to Coronavirus
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Tom Brady's Mom Jokes About Excessive Coverage of New Bucs Signing
Could Countries Follow Canada and Pull out of Tokyo 2020?
