Health

I toured this exhibit on epidemics before the coronavirus pandemic shut it down

By Joshua Barajas

On the second floor of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, a placard at the end of an exhibit asks a question we all may be thinking right now, in the middle of a global health emergency: What’s next?…

Senate considers $100 billion coronavirus bill, bigger federal measure in works

By Lisa Mascaro, Zeke Miller, Andrew Taylor, Associated Press

The upcoming economic package alone could exceed $1 trillion, a rescue plan not seen since the Great Recession.

Eurovision Song Contest canceled due to COVID-19 concerns

By Associated Press

The Eurovision Song Contest has been canceled, becoming the latest victim of the coronavirus epidemic.

Ravaged by war, Middle Eastern countries face a new scourge

By Isabel Debre, Associated Press

Long-running wars and conflicts across the Middle East have wrecked potential defenses against coronavirus outbreaks, leaving millions vulnerable in Yemen, Libya, Syria, Afghanistan, the Gaza Strip and elsewhere.

Global markets sink despite promises of economic aid

By Joe McDonald, Associated Press

European markets were down about 5% after broad losses across Asia, while trading in Wall Street futures was suspended once again as losses hit the maximum 5% limit.

Trump’s proposed coronavirus economic package could approach $1 trillion

By Lisa Mascaro, Zeke Miller, Associated Press

Trump's proposed economic package alone could approach $1 trillion, a rescue initiative not seen since the Great Recession.

Iran reports single biggest jump in coronavirus as 147 more die

By Nasser Karimi, Aya Batrawy, Associated Press

It marks the biggest 24-hour rise in deaths since officials first acknowledged cases of the virus in Iran in mid-February.

Durant among 4 Nets players to test positive for COVID-19

By Brian Mahoney, Associated Press

The Nets announced that one player is exhibiting symptoms, while the other three are asymptomatic. All four players have been isolated and are under the care of team physicians.

Nevada to close casinos, businesses and ban dining out

By Michelle L. Price, Scott Sonner, Associated Press

Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak ordered casinos and other non-essential businesses like bars, movie theaters and gyms, to close starting noon Wednesday to slow the spread of the new coronavirus.

Trump mulls sending all who cross border illegally to Mexico

By Elliot Spagat, Colleen Long, Associated Press

Two administration officials said Tuesday that the president has the power to take such action during a pandemic like the coronavirus outbreak but is still considering whether to do so.