Stop – the crazy world
As people across the world practice social distancing or self-isolation to curb the further spread of coronavirus, some are searching for new and innovative ways to connect with each other. And fans of the reality TV show The Circle may have found exactly what they’re looking for with online game versions of the series. When…
Witnesses say Rwanda’s coronavirus lockdown led to a protest by refugees and migrants who were relocated to the country last year from crowded detention camps in LibyaBy IGNATIUS SSUUNA Associated PressApril 17, 2020, 11:47 AM2 min readKIGALI, Rwanda — Rwanda’s coronavirus lockdown has led to a protest by refugees and migrants who were relocated to…
As company leaders and government officials look to reopen the economy, one of the safety measures frequently touted is temperature screening to track fevers, a common symptom of coronavirus infections. But some experts say checking for fevers is unreliable and, on its own, could even be deceiving as means of determining who is or is…
The British government has removed the cap on one of its coronavirus loan guarantee scheme so that all companies with annual revenue of more than 45 million pounds ($56 million) can access supportApril 17, 2020, 11:34 AM2 min readLONDON — The British government has removed the cap on one of its coronavirus loan guarantee scheme…
As European countries develop coronavirus tracing apps, the EU is urging them to make the platforms voluntary and ensure that the many national systems can work togetherBy LORNE COOK Associated PressApril 17, 2020, 11:33 AM4 min readBRUSSELS — As European countries develop coronavirus tracing apps, the European Union is urging its 27 member states them…
Millions of Americans received government relief checks this week, and more are on the wayBy SARAH SKIDMORE SELL Associated PressApril 17, 2020, 11:24 AM5 min read Millions of Americans received government relief checks this week, and more are on the way. For some, the payment gets them to a more comfortable place financially; for others,…
A leading public health expert said Friday that “system errors” have led to Britain having likely the highest coronavirus death rate in EuropeBy JILL LAWLESS Associated PressApril 17, 2020, 11:35 AM2 min readLONDON — A leading public health expert said Friday that Britain likely has the highest coronavirus death rate in Europe due to what…
A leading public health expert said Friday that “system errors” have led to Britain having likely the highest coronavirus death rate in EuropeBy JILL LAWLESS Associated PressApril 17, 2020, 10:52 AM2 min readLONDON — A leading public health expert said Friday that Britain likely has the highest coronavirus death rate in Europe due to what…
Efforts to replenish the funding for a small-business program are having trouble, Lawmakers are struggling to break a stalemate over the Trump administration’s request for $250 billion to shore up the programBy ANDREW TAYLOR Associated PressApril 17, 2020, 10:30 AM5 min readWASHINGTON — Lawmakers are struggling to break a stalemate over President Donald Trump’s $250…
Here are a few things to know about the day’s nonvirus news from The Associated PressApril 17, 2020, 10:30 AM2 min read Your daily look at late-breaking news and stories that are being talked about: 1. ISS CREW LANDS IN KAZAKHSTAN An International Space Station crew has landed safely in Kazakhstan after more than 200…