Novel coronavirus

With split delayed, United Methodists face a year in limbo

By David Crary, Associated Press

Had there been no coronavirus pandemic, America’s largest mainline Protestant denomination would be convening this week for a likely vote to break up over differences on same-sex marriage and ordination of LGBTQ pastors.

Zoos turn to social media to delight, raise money amid virus

By Terry Tang, Associated Press

The pandemic has jeopardized zoos worldwide that have been forced to close but rely on ticket sales. The struggle has some zoos turning to social media to engage with people who can no longer visit and raise some much-needed cash.

World leaders pledge billions for virus vaccine research

By Lorne Cook, Associated Press

World leaders, organizations and banks on Monday pledged 7.4 billion euros ($8 billion) for research to find a vaccine against the new coronavirus, but warned that it is just the start of an effort that must be sustained over time…

WATCH: D.C. mayor says more than 5,000 total cases in nation's capital

By Candice Norwood

This total includes about 260 deaths and 450 people hospitalized as a result of contracting the virus.

WATCH: South Dakota governor gives coronavirus update

By Associated Press

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is holding a news conference to give an update on the state's efforts to fight the novel coronavirus.

WATCH: New York City will distribute 7.5 million free face masks

By Candice Norwood

New York City has a sufficient supply of PPE to address the novel coronavirus pandemic for the first time since March, Mayor Bill de Blasio said Monday.

Lebanon restaurants partially reopen, face faltering economy

By Sarah El Deeb, Associated Press

Lebanon is entering a new phase of its lockdown Monday, allowing restaurants to open at 30 percent capacity during the day.

WATCH: Joe Biden calls for premium pay for essential workers at virtual forum

By Associated Press

Joe Biden is calling for extra premium pay for the nation's essential workers, from healthcare employees to those who work in grocery stores and meatpacking plants.

Amid virus fears, deported Guatemalans treated as pariahs back home

By Sonia Pérez D., Associated Press

Since the pandemic hit, migrants returning to Guatemala from the United States have been mistreated, run off or threatened by neighbors who fear they will bring the virus back with them.

Unimpressed by online classes, college students seek refunds

By Associated Press

The suits reflect students’ growing frustration with online classes that schools scrambled to create as the coronavirus forced campuses across the nation to close last month.