Coronavirus
In late 2019/early 2020, news of a respiratory virus was first reported. It went on to become COVID-19, caused by SARS-CoV-2, a coronavirus. COVID-19 mainly impacts older people and people with underlying medical conditions like asthma, heart disease, obesity, etc. Millions of people became infected with the virus worldwide, resulting in hundreds of thousands of deaths.
E! Emmy Pre-Show Hosts Test Positive for COVD
Vivica A. Fox and Giuliana Rancic both tested positive for COVID-19. The two were set to be part of E!'s Live From the Red Carpet Emmys pre-show, but pulled out of the virtual event.
Stimulus Bill Backlash Mounts Against McConnell Amid Focus on SCOTUS Seat
The Senate majority leader has been questioned over the speed at which he appears willing to move in putting forward a vote on a replacement to the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Only 9 Percent of Americans Have Confidence in Trump's Word on Vaccine
An overwhelming majority of Americans have no confidence or trust in President Donald Trump to verify the safety of any coronavirus vaccine, a new poll shows.
'We Are Helping Homeless People Get Stimulus Checks'
Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, we no longer have islands of hunger, illness and housing instability to contend with; these exist in all quarters of our community. We are seeing people who have never experienced homelessness being forced to navigate it for the first time.
300 Students Quarantining After COVID Found in Sewage at NJ College Dorm
Waste water testing will be one of NJIT's "best tools" for being able to detect coronavirus before it spreads, a university official said.
Mass Shooting in Rochester Kills 2 and Injures 14
The city's mayor urged people to remain calm following the deadly incident early Saturday morning
Second Stimulus on Hold as Lawmakers Break for Weekend
Senate GOP leaders have not moved from a $650 billion measure that was thwarted by the Democrats.
How China Beat Coronavirus Over the Last Six Months
The country where the virus is thought to have emerged rarely reports daily case counts in the hundreds since the spring. But at what cost?
COVID Could Be Transmissible From Animals to Humans and Vice Versa
Among the group studied by Dutch researchers, 67 percent of workers at mink farms developed the coronavirus.
HS FB Coach to Lead Team Via Construction Lift for 2nd Game Amid Quarantine
"It's definitely different. I would absolutely prefer to be [there] and be able to look at the players in their eyes and them see me on the field," Brennan Pugh, Vardaman High School's head football coach, told Newsweek.
Flight Attendant Argues With Passenger Over Gaiter Face Covering
The video begins during the conversation with the passenger—who is unnamed—telling the Spirit Airlines employee that he is wearing a mask.
North Dakota Sets COVID Case, Hospitalization Records
New COVID-19 infections have been on the rise in North Dakota since mid-July, according to the state health department.
Trump Reaches Over GOP to Praise Bipartisan Stimulus But Pelosi Won't Budge
By President Trump offering accolades to a bipartisan plan and urging Republicans to support more expensive legislation than their previous offers, GOP senators' leverage has severely dwindled.
In a 'Lethal' Pandemic, FDA Has to Weigh Vaccine Risks With Lives Saved
The speed at which a new coronavirus vaccine is being developed stoked concerns about its safety, but FDA Commissioner Dr. Stephen Hahn said there would be "no cutting corners."
Boris Johnson Says Second Wave of COVID-19 is Happening Across U.K.
4,322 new COVID-19 cases in the U.K. were confirmed today, a rise of nearly 1,000 on yesterday's numbers according to Public Health England.
Interference by HHS Officials in CDC Guidelines Is 'Unforgivable': Doctor
"Blatant interference of senior HHS officials in the CDC guidelines is one of the most alarming things to have happened during this pandemic," the doctor wrote.
Coronavirus Outbreak at Family BBQ Hospitalizes 2, Infects 8 Others
The gathering in southern California saw one family member hospitalized for more than two months following COVID-19 infection.
Coronavirus Has Killed 7 Teachers Since School Year Began
A high school teacher in Wisconsin was the latest to die following COVID-19 infection.
North Dakota, With No Mask Mandate, Now Has Highest Infection Rate in U.S.
North Dakota health officials confirmed a new record for active coronavirus cases in the state on Monday, making it the highest rate of infections of any state in the country over this period.
'Godfather' Town Corleone Shuts Back Down Schools Because of COVID
The town closed schools, put a curfew on bars, and postponed public gatherings in order to curb the spread of the coronavirus after a recent wedding with 250 guests.
Europe COVID-19 Cases Surge, Countries Prepare Measures Against Second Wave
Weekly new cases in Europe were reported to have surpassed levels seen during the first peak of the outbreak in March.
Majority of U.S. Voters Would Back a National Lockdown: Poll
A poll for Newsweek found that more than half of people would be in favor of a nationwide shutdown in the future to halt the spread of COVID-19.
Ex-Pence Aide's Endorsing Biden Will Start 'Chain Reaction': Ex-Official
Former Homeland Security Department chief of staff says he heard the vice president praise former aide Olivia Troye, whom he later called a "disgruntled employee" when she criticized Trump.
3 Million People Could Be Eligible for a Stimulus Check in Four States
People who may be eligible for a payment but have yet to receive one have until October 15 to claim their stimulus check.
Van Morrison Writing Songs About COVID Restriction Unhappiness and Fans Have Title Ideas
"No More Lockdowns" doesn't really have the same ring to it that "Brown Eyed Girl" does, does it?
Exclusive Poll: One in Six U.S. Voters Never Wear Mask on Public Transport
The survey for Newsweek also looked at people's mask-wearing habits in other locations, including at the grocery store.
California Reeling From Double Blow of COVID-19 and Wildfires
Smoke and air pollution from wildfires will significantly impact the state's economy—particularly the tourism and hospitality industries, which have already been battered by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Florida Sports Bar Vows to Throw Out Customers Who Wear Masks
Gary Kirby, who owns Westside Sports Bar and Lounge in West Melbourne, is also planning to print shirts advertising the no-mask policy.
Sweden Claims Its High Coronavirus Death Toll Is Down to Mild Flu Seasons
Norway's state epidemiologist questioned the idea put forward by his Swedish counterpart Anders Tegnell.
N Dakota, Wisconsin & Missouri Report Most COVID Cases Since Epidemic Began
The three states have experienced their highest ever 14-day averages of new cases: Here are the latest developments in each state.
