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CNN anchor Chris Cuomo tests positive for coronavirus

The brother of New York's governor says, "I just hope I didn't give it to the kids" and his wife. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UxCjCH

U.S. faces unparalleled challenge in evacuating diplomats amid coronavirus

“There’s really no playbook for this particular crisis," one former State Department official said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2xDKZi1

Trump's war between the states creates eBay-like fight for aid

Analysis: The president's "Hunger Games" approach to scarce resources has pitted states against one another and the federal government, as more Americans die. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33ZumcB

Larry David coronavirus PSA: Stay home, watch TV and stop 'hurting old people like me'

The "Curb Your Enthusiasm" creator starred in a public service announcement that urged "the idiots out there" to practice social distancing. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2R0XlYp

One country is refusing to shut down to stop the coronavirus

“It is better to die on your feet than live on your knees!” Lukashenko, who hit the ice for a weekend hockey game, said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33Z7Kcc

'I hate COVID-19': Kids with disabilities struggle to adjust as schools close

Isolated at home with few services to help, a mother in San Francisco is terrified that her daughter’s progress will evaporate. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dJNdNq

Union says 3 UPS employees test positive for COVID-19 at same Massachusetts facility

In addition to the 3 UPS workers in Chelmsford, 2 dozen others are under doctor-ordered quarantine, according to their union. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bJMoCr

They were expecting a baby via surrogate. Then the COVID-19 pandemic put it all on hold

International parents-to-be aren’t allowed to travel to the U.S. for the birth. So who takes care of the baby until restrictions are lifted? from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3aECbqQ

28 University of Texas spring breakers test positive for COVID-19

The group traveled together on a chartered plane to Mexico about a week and a half ago. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2w3BGrb

Most cruise lines don't pay federal income tax — just one of the reasons they aren't getting a bailout

"They're not giving up their tax exemption," said one analyst. ”I assure you that is sacrosanct." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39v4Rkn

No tourists, just patients: NYC landmarks convert to hospitals

"We're going to use every place we need to use to help people," Mayor Bill de Blasio has said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3awyovC

How the 'Tiger King' craze has overlooked the show's most chilling takeaway

Much of the animal abuse that takes place in the series masquerades as cuteness, making it that more insidious. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UwD0Mr

Selena fans turn to social to pay tribute, 25 years after her death

"To a beautiful person who lives on...WE LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU! #SELENA25," Selena's sister Suzette Quintanilla posted on Facebook. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2R1nVjS

Cooking more at home? Roasting vegetables makes healthy eating easier

If you have a sheet pan and a rack that fits in the sheet pan — think cookie cooling rack — you can roast vegetables just like your favorite restaurant does. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39zPoj0

In connecting Chinese adoptees to birth families, couple makes discovery about China's one-child policy

After learning their child's adoption documents were fake, a Utah couple launched an initiative to help connect adoptees to parents. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dJ1pG9

Harry and Meghan bid farewell on last day as British royals

The couple step down from official duties and sign off as senior royals with final social media post. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UVDT02

ESPN moves up Michael Jordan documentary release

"The Last Dance" has been in the works since 1997, when Bulls owner Jerry Reinsdorf and head coach Phil Jackson agreed to let a film crew follow the team. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wIrmoY

Congressional Hispanic Caucus calls on ICE to release detainees amid COVID-19 crisis

Detainees live in close quarters, can't frequently wash their hands, don't have sanitizers and have to buy their own soap. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UOuozX

Nearly half-mile tunnel filled with over 4,000 pounds of drugs found near San Diego

Thirteen-hundred pounds of cocaine, 86 pounds of meth, 17 pounds of heroin and 3,000 pounds of marijuana were found — a street value of about $29.6 million. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wQbCju

Informal discussions begin on 9/11-style commission on coronavirus response

The "preliminary" talks about a look at the response are mostly taking place among Democrats for now. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Uvpby2

Black, Asian and Hispanic House caucus chairs unite in 'no tolerance' for coronavirus racism

Rep. Judy Chu, head of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, said about 100 hate incidents a day have been directed at Asian Americans. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2xA6Ir8

On César Chávez Day, Biden calls for coronavirus protections for farmworkers

"Farmworkers are soldiers in this war against an invisible and undiscriminating enemy," Biden says. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UwYV6f

Fearing COVID-19 spread to families, health care workers self-isolate at home

"The least you could do is stay home so that we, too, can go home to our loved ones one day,” Dr. Tim Cheng posted on social media. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dI3wdq

Dr. Birx predicts up to 200,000 coronavirus deaths 'if we do things almost perfectly'

"I think in some of the metro areas we were late in getting people to follow the 15-day guidelines," the White House coronavirus response coordinator said on "TODAY." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JthZfA

Some Instacart workers strike, others demand more as coronavirus alters labor landscape

As large chunks of the American economy remain shut down and many businesses face an uncertain future, a new crop of winners and losers will emerge. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QVA5uw

Coronavirus deniers take aim at hospitals as pandemic grows

Two videos illustrate the stark disparity in how the coronavirus outbreak is being portrayed on different parts of the internet. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bHtcoz

Can you catch the coronavirus twice? What's known about immunity

"Because this is so new, it's hard to predict what's going to happen," said one virologist. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UQsu1s

No evidence for Trump's saying masks 'going out the back door' of NY hospitals

"It is a fundamental blunder to only prepare for today," Gov. Andrew Cuomo said after the president asked why a hospital needed so much support. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QUKYwY

Formula 1 official suggested drivers infect themselves with coronavirus

Red Bull motorsport adviser Helmut Marko, 76, admitted his idea "was not accepted positively." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UvqqgM

Trump administration in talks with India to avoid U.S. drug supply shortage

India, the top source of generic drugs and ingredients, has restricted exports, but the U.S. wants exemptions to have enough to fight the coronavirus. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dQFj4S

Coronavirus medication shortages could be invisible until it is virtually too late

Like many at-risk resources in this crisis, these critical shortages will be invisible until it is virtually too late. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2w1iier

Coronavirus kickbacks: FBI arrests Georgia man for large-scale unnecessary testing scam

"It is unfortunate that we have people in our country who will capitalize on others' suffering to make a buck," the agent in charge said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WUtfJG

Macy's to furlough most of 130,000-strong workforce

Furloughed employees enrolled in health benefits will continue to receive coverage, with the company paying 100 percent of the premium. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UMPhvp

Man planned to bomb hospital during pandemic to get attention for white supremacist views

Timothy Wilson, 36, died March 24 when the FBI sought to arrest him after a six-month investigation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WWdiTu

Vincent van Gogh painting stolen from shuttered Netherlands museum

Van Gogh's "Spring Garden, the vicarage garden in Nuenen in the spring" was taken out of the Singer Laren museum. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33Vkkcm

Looking for some good news? John Krasinski's got you covered

Among the stories Krasinski highlighted on "Some Good News" were celebrations of the healthcare workers who are at the forefront of the battle against coronavirus. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39vxEWa

New York man stabbed in alleged hate-fueled Hanukkah machete attack dies

Josef Neumann had suffered a fractured skull and other injuries during the Dec. 28 stabbing that left four others wounded. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dzV4ge

What White House contenders have proposed for the uninsured jobless

Soaring jobless claims are poised to leave millions without coverage during the coronavirus pandemic. Here's what Biden, Sanders and Trump have proposed to help them. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wRU8mO

Popularity of Netflix's 'Tiger King' prompts sheriff to ask for leads in 1997 cold case

The Hillsborough County Sheriff jumped on the show’s success to ask for new info in the disappearance of Jack "Don" Lewis, former husband of Carole Baskin. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wOHdSO

'Westworld' is too clever for its own good. But Season 3 may finally get it right.

So far the third season is mainly a warning of what our future may look like if we as a people don’t start taking our privacy laws seriously. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WRiV5j

In connecting Chinese adoptees to birth families, couple makes discovery about China's one-child policy

After learning their child's adoption documents were fake, a Utah couple launched an initiative to help connect adoptees to parents. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39B5E3C

Prince Harry and Meghan won't seek security from U.S. government

The acknowledgment came after a reported move to Los Angeles and a tweet from President Donald Trump. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bGzogW

Which is the best smart thermostat for you?

Is a smart thermostat right for you? Should you get an affordable and programmable thermostat or invest in a learning smart thermostat? We ask the experts. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QY9a1e

Trump peddles MyPillow in Rose Garden coronavirus talk

Analysis: The president, who hosted what appeared to be a White House infomercial Monday, prefers to focus his coronavirus message on the number of CEOs contributing to the fight. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wRUgTk

Facebook removes video of Brazilian president endorsing unproven antiviral drug

It is rare for Facebook to take down a post from a head of state, but the coronavirus pandemic has led tech companies to move aggressively to filter out unfounded medical advice. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2xxbntV

Congressional leaders confident in oversight of economic package despite signing statement

President Trump's inclusion of a statement that appears to be an attempt to sidestep Congress was anticipated in the legislation, lawmakers say. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Uwwndb

Pelosi bashes Trump on coronavirus: 'As the president fiddles, people are dying'

"This is such a very, very sad time for us," she said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dENRM0

Coronavirus cripples voter registration efforts. Millions could be denied.

Presidential elections are usually when advocates want to bring new people into the political process. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bA5NFB

Governors warn shortages will put their states in 'dire straits' as early as this week

The coordinator of the federal coronavirus task force advised states to pursue all options to procure equipment. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39rabp1

Fauci: Coronavirus could kill over 100,000 Americans

Fauci also said it's not yet time for social distancing guidelines to be pulled back. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3byI6gR

'Italy is closed': A reporter's account inside Rome, where coronavirus brought the city to a halt

NBC News' Bill O'Reilly reveals how rapidly the pandemic has changed life in Italy's capital. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UPa80U

How Trump loyalists like Jerry Falwell fuel a dangerously politicized pandemic

Trump knows he can count on an army of loyalists like Jerry Falwell who are willing to ignore the warnings of medical experts and shift their morality to serve the president's agenda. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bBuqBM

Country music star Joe Diffie dies of coronavirus at 61

Diffie, an icon to many country fans for his string of No. 1 hits in the 1990s, was the first country star to announce he tested positive from coronavirus. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ydMZ0t

Billie Eilish, Mariah Carey and more livestream from their homes for coronavirus benefit

The iHeartRadio Living Room Concert, hosted by Elton John, will also feature Lady Gaga and Dave Grohl. The show will raise money for coronavirus responders. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UNaXr4

At least 40,000 quarantined in India after single priest spread coronavirus

Baldev Singh, 70, had transferred in an Italian airport, before returning home from a visit to Germany. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3byeEHY

Churches offer drive-in services as coronavirus forces social distancing

“They are looking for somebody to tell them it’s OK, and nobody can really say that yet,” a Texas pastor said. “But we can express that the person we trust in Christ is unchanging.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2w1uM5K

'This virus is no joke': Kentucky officials don't wait for surge of coronavirus cases to tighten restrictions

Determined to slow the wave of cases seen in other states, Louisville’s mayor closed all playgrounds after he worried that some residents weren’t taking social distancing seriously. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UJyzNf

Inmate dies after contracting coronavirus at Louisiana federal prison

The death of Patrick Jones marks the first COVID-19 related death of an inmate in the federal prison system, a Bureau of Prisons spokesperson said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2X3XlL5

Nipsey Hussle's killing inspired rival gangs to march in peace. A year later, did it last?

As Los Angeles mourned the rapper's death, gang intervention experts seized the opportunity to use his reputation as a peacemaker to build bridges between warring factions. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dI0Uwm

Tornado tears through Arkansas city, prompting curfew and National Guard response

“I know there is property damage,” Gov. Asa Hutchinson said. “Just praying all is safe.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UIzyNK

Bored in quarantine? Book and movie therapists share their 'prescriptions'

Bibliotherapy and cinema therapy, which involves “prescribing” patients works of art, has been gaining traction during the coronavirus outbreak. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vWA7er

North Korea launches two projectiles into Sea of Japan

South Korea's military command called it "totally inappropriate" to launch projectiles while the world fought a pandemic. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3atD4lU

How to choose the best exercise bike

Peloton may be the most popular stationary bike, but it's far from the only option when it comes to at-home cycling. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bBwfyU

'Grim Sleeper' serial killer found dead in prison cell

Franklin, 67, was found unresponsive in his cell Saturday night, authorities said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39oRFhb

Miss the gym? Stream these live workouts for free

Your gym may be closed, but that doesn't mean you need to skip your group workout. Get the structure you need from these real-time, live-streaming fitness classes. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2w1uImw

Maine residents try to force quarantine of out-of-towners by cutting down tree, police say

A tree was cut and dragged into a roadway of a residence, apparently by neighbors believing people from out of state in the home may have coronavirus. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JpW8pe

This classic cheesy beef lasagna is the Sunday dinner your family craves

Cheesy beef lasagna, a simple green salad with vinaigrette and a warm-from-the-oven cookie is the comfort food meal this moment calls for. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39nwiwA

Uneven coronavirus spread leads to uneven partisan response

Democrats and Republicans seem to be experiencing the coronavirus differently and that may be playing a role in how they see the pandemic. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UsGfVb

Back in U.S., Peace Corps volunteers find themselves in limbo

"We're not really sure what's next": More than 7,000 volunteers have been brought home to uncertainty. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WPmxVn

Children aren't at high risk for coronavirus, experts say. But children's hospitals are.

Some doctors fear the virus could spread silently through pediatric hospitals, threatening young patients with compromised immune systems. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Uo4NyO

Here are the stay-at-home orders in every state across the U.S.

What each state is doing — or not doing — amid widespread coronavirus lockdowns. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UDQ0ik

Clinical trials on coronavirus drugs may take only months, researcher says

"If everything goes according to plan, I am talking months, not years," for completion of three clinical trials, a researcher said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WM6qIa

Questions as British PM and Prince Charles get coronavirus tests while doctors do not

“Where did the test kits for Prince Charles and Boris Johnson come from?” one Twitter user asked. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2yhgmiG

Cautious Wuhan residents tentatively venture outside community gates

“With everyone going back out, it seems reasonable there could be a second wave,” one resident in the origin of the coronavirus outbreak said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UHFPcG

Hospitals make room for coronavirus patients by trying to treat people at home

Studies have shown that home hospitalization can produce better health outcomes, fewer hospital readmissions and a lower mortality rate. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dC8Vmf

Coronavirus sex 101: How the pandemic is impacting America's bedrooms

Are we likely to see the kind of baby boom that tends to follow disasters? Probably. But if you're feeling an aversion to sex, know that your reaction is also typical. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39o6Qao

Tom Hanks, Rita Wilson return to U.S. after recovering from coronavirus

"Two weeks after our first symptoms, we feel better," Hanks tweeted. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JlFGq7

The coronavirus pandemic drove life online. It may never return.

What passes for normal life now happens almost entirely online. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dC8QyX

'Illegal' party that violated stay-at-home order broken up by police

The party's organizer was charged, the governor said. "No corona parties. They’re illegal, dangerous, and stupid. We will crash your party. You will pay a big fine." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2xyIg9i

Mexico braces for coronavirus amid their own obesity and diabetes epidemic

The World Health Organization has said people with diabetes and its related health complications are among those most vulnerable to severe cases of coronavirus. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39r6v6w

Civil rights icon Rev. Joseph E. Lowery dies at 98

Lowery co-founded the Southern Christian Leadership Conference with the Rev. Martin Luther King. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WRxKVy

Former Sen. Tom Coburn, known as a political maverick, dies

Coburn, 72, had been diagnosed years earlier with prostate cancer. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2yhPE9B

Why it's not surprising that coronavirus has Trump's approval rating up — for now

Presidents usually become more popular in times of crisis, but by historical standards, Trump's surge is puny. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bxygff

Sanders is still running, and he may not stop anytime soon

The Vermont independent faces long odds of winning the Democratic nomination, but in the pandemic, allies see a moment for his message. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UnATdQ

What Floyd Cardoz meant to the South Asian culinary world

"Indians have to tell the story that our food is f–--ing amazing. It doesn't have to be thought of as pedestrian or cheap," Cardoz once said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dC8KY7
With at least a third of the globe under lockdown, the coronavirus has continued its march across nations. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QTFBxV

Projectiles intercepted over Saudi Arabia

Residents said they heard multiple blasts. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33R1ins

Clinical trials on coronavirus drugs may take only months, researcher says

"If everything goes according to plan, I am talking months, not years," for completion of three clinical trials, a researcher said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WM6qIa

'70,000-ton message of hope': Trump sees off Navy hospital ship as it heads for NYC

President Donald Trump left Washington for the first time in nearly two weeks to visit a Navy hospital ship dispatched to New York City to add some much-needed hospital support amid the coronavirus outbreak. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39pJD7H

CDC warns against using form of chloroquine that killed man, sickened his wife

An Arizona couple, both in their 60s, became deathly ill after they ingested fish food that contained chloroquine phosphate. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QVZvIK

Police killing of man they say was armed sparks riot

Police wanted to question the man in connection to a shooting when a struggle ensued, according to the Orange County District Attorney, who said the man had a gun and fired at officers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vWn1hj

New York City police lose their first sworn member, a detective, to coronavirus

News of the detective's death comes after the New York Police Department said Friday that 442 uniformed employees have tested positive for the coronavirus along with 70 civilian employees. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3asKYfb

Cameras that detect people with coronavirus fevers? Experts are skeptical

"I have many customers approach and say, 'Wow, this is a good thing you do,' and some customers are excited to get their temp taken," one business owner said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UHVLvl

Meet the congressman who tried to derail the coronavirus bill

Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie — nicknamed "Mr. No" — created chaos on Capitol Hill on Friday as the House rushed to pass the emergency measure. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dAanWf

The stimulus check won't be in the mail for Americans who owe child support

But back taxes or late student loan payments don't disqualify people from getting the full amount they're eligible for. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JjoT6K

Instacart workers slam pandemic working conditions, call for work stoppage

“We are afraid that we are going to help the spread of this virus rather than mitigate it," one worker and organizer said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3apGZQp

Doctors plead for help in NYC's hardest-hit borough

“This is getting worse and worse and worse,” said an emergency room doctor at a public hospital in Queens. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33Vqol9

Bob Dylan's epic 17-minute new song is about JFK — and maybe coronavirus?

While it may not be everyone's cup of tea, there are worse things to contemplate while you’re stuck at home than what “Murder Most Foul” is all about. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JqBS6F

Inside Iceland's unique response to combating coronavirus

"We are using science and the best evidence there is," Iceland’s health director, Dr. Alma Moeller, says. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39mltuQ

In California, confusion over 'essential' businesses

Many gun stores and cannabis retailers chose to keep their doors open despite an initial lack of clear direction from the state. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3anHuuo

'Praying for Laura': Tweet about 30-year-old coronavirus victim goes viral

An author's request for prayers for a young woman in intensive care "fighting for her life" apparently hit home for many people, drawing over 70,000 likes and 10,000 retweets. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vUyKwZ

Infected pregnant women may pass coronavirus onto babies, small study suggests

Of the 33 pregnant women studied, three later had babies with confirmed cases of the coronavirus. The babies all recovered well. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UEAGC0

H.S. students missing end-of-year traditions like prom

"Although it’s not an ideal situation, the safety and health of people around the world is much more important than a prom,” said Jessica King 17, of New Jersey. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UL565P

Juvenile detention is on the brink of a 'nightmare scenario,' doctors and advocates say

The coronavirus is already appearing in juvenile detention centers. Experts say it'll get worse unless children are released. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33Vgro2

House lawmaker proposes legislation to denounce coronavirus-related racism

The legislation stipulates that the House would condemn all forms of racism and scapegoating and call on public officials to denounce any anti-Asian sentiment, as well. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39qQsWx

'Praying for Laura': Tweet about 30-year-old coronavirus victim goes viral

An author's request for prayers for a young woman in intensive care "fighting for her life" apparently hit home for many people, drawing over 70,000 likes and 10,000 retweets. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vUyKwZ

Ventilators limited for the disabled? Rationing plans are slammed by advocates

“In this time of crisis, we cannot devalue the lives of others in our community based on their disabilities," an advocate said. "It’s morally wrong, and it violates the law." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bqmrYe

Senators urge overhaul of gay donor restrictions amid blood shortage

Currently, men who have sex with men must remain celibate for a year before they are permitted to donate blood. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39nAFIa

Teen whose death may be linked to coronavirus denied care for not having health insurance, mayor says

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health initially said the teen died from COVID-19 but later backtracked. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bxv2Zj

What Floyd Cardoz meant to the South Asian culinary world

"Indians have to tell the story that our food is f–--ing amazing. It doesn't have to be thought of as pedestrian or cheap," Cardoz once said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33PvBec

Historians on the myths of women's suffrage

“All across the West, women were voting by the millions before 1920," one historian says, adding a caveat: They typically had to be white, too. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Um598Z

Microsoft sells stake in Israeli facial recognition company

Microsoft's venture capital arm, M12, invested in AnyVision as part of a $74 million funding round in June 2019. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39kepyB

Trump's trade war exacerbated shortage of medical equipment

Filing for a tariff exemption with the trade office "is not well suited to meet the urgency of medical supply shortages,” said one expert. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39rSWns

Six positive coronavirus cases in Kentucky linked to St. Patrick's Day party

In total, 44 cases reported so far in Fayette County, in the heart of Bluegrass country. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bxcF6J

For Trindy Gourmet, survival is measured one 'pop-up' at a time

“Through all of what’s happened in this changed world, people still need to get a quality meal,” Trinnette Morris said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JiaHuU

Asian Americans report over 650 racist acts over last week, new data says

“The deliberate use of terms like ‘Chinese virus’ has definitely fanned the flames of racism toward Asian Americans in this country,” one nonprofit leader said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wHB7n3

'There's only going to be more': NYC nurse dies after contracting coronavirus

Kious Jordan Kelly, 48, suffered from severe asthma, but his sister questions whether his death could have been prevented. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3brSHKE

Coronavirus checks, direct deposits are coming. Here's everything you need to know.

Who qualifies? How much is being sent? When? How will I get the money? Questions and answers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JfwZgQ

Overfilled waiting rooms. Limited supplies. Inside NYC hospitals, doctors describe 'war.'

“Our hospital has never, ever, ever seen anything like this,” one doctor said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2yeZlFX

Latest to interview Fauci on coronavirus? NBA's Steph Curry, on Instagram

“Don't get frightened, don't get intimidated. Use the energy to be able to confront it and do the things that will put an end to it,” Dr. Fauci said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UmMRok

'We may well be in a recession,' says Fed Chairman Jerome Powell

"There can be a good rebound on the other side of this," said Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2y9BvLv

Nearly 3 dozen who attended church event test positive for coronavirus

"Maybe you assumed that it couldn’t happen to you, just like I did," the church pastor wrote in a Facebook post. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3btp6An

Grocery store throws out $35K worth of food after woman's 'twisted prank'

The store's co-owner said he was "sick to my stomach" about the food loss. "When so many people are worried about the security of our food supply, it is even more disturbing." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39o66Sm

Coronavirus deaths hit 1,000 in U.S. as global death toll passes 20,000

Deaths continued to rise in New York, which has been called the epicenter of the outbreak in the U.S., and in states all over the country. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JkBVkF

Senate stimulus plan includes $155 million for HIV care

The $2 trillion coronavirus spending bill was passed unanimously by the Senate and now heads to the House. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3akZGVu

Still buffering? Biden works to boost visibility as nation confronts pandemic

An entirely virtual campaign amid a national crisis has presented unique challenges for the Democratic front-runner. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UmMR7O

Netanyahu rival voted in as speaker, paving way for unity government

Benny Gantz's appointment leaves the door open to a unity government between his centrist Blue and White party and Netanyahu’s right-wing Likud party. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JnZ3hX

Washington State football player Bryce Beekman, 22, found dead at his home

Police said there are no signs of foul play or suicide, and at this time, no indications of a link to coronavirus, though that will be part of the investigation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39pQZYK

U.S. files drug trafficking charges against Venezuelan president

The U.S. and Maduro have long been at odds over the country's extensive corruption. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wEVjpK

Family concludes former FBI agent Robert Levinson died in Iran

They said they didn't know how or when he died, "only that it was prior to the COVID-19 pandemic." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WJGT26

Was Larry David right about everything? And ode to America's unwitting prophet

In our current social climate, the antisocial aspects of "Curb's" 10th season often come off as shrewdly protective. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QRfFDc

Out of work due to coronavirus shutdowns? How to file for unemployment benefits

With 3 million people filing for unemployment last week, “There is absolutely no reason to delay" setting up a claim, said one economist. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JgLRLV

Amazon's largest warehouse hub has a coronavirus case. Workers say changes need to be made.

Few locations are as crucial for Amazon as the Inland Empire, where a worker at one of the warehouses tested positive for COVID-19. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UkUUBI

Six degrees of coronavirus? Not in NYC area

"It's just a matter of time before we all know somebody close who is affected," one New Yorker said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JgMiWq

Coronavirus unemployment benefits. Here's who qualifies and how much they get.

How long do the payments last? What if you worked part time? You got hired but couldn't start your job — are you eligible? And more. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JgLMYD

7 meals you can make with a bag of baby spinach

Food pros share their best recipes and tips for everyone’s favorite bag of supermarket greens. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QNGNCN

Stimulus checks are coming — here's how to make sure you get yours quickly

Spoiler alert: If you haven’t filed your taxes since 2017, now is a good time to get that done. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bxbMv5

Harlem Globetrotters legend Fred 'Curly' Neal dies at 77

Neal’s awe-inspiring ball handling and legendary shooting skills kept him as one of the Globetrotters' featured players for 22 seasons. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39j1QUh

Americans don't know what to do about coronavirus. Neither does the president.

Analysis: Trump's supporters and critics say that he is trying to balance threats to the economy and public health. So far, he's lacked clarity. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dwt9Oo

Trump's plan to re-open America would be disastrous. Thankfully it's not his call.

But even for those to whom a million deaths is only a statistic, there’s a second problem with this approach: It won’t actually work. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3anp9O0

Why are so few Germans dying from the coronavirus? Experts wonder

"I would be happy if we can come back in two months' time and still be able to talk about what Germany did right," one expert said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WIrlMf

Anti-abortion groups seek halt to abortions during coronavirus pandemic

The organizations said in a letter to HHS Secretary Azar that the move would free up medical equipment. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WIIVQb

Americans coping with coronavirus are clogging toilets with wipes and T-shirts

"Toilets are not trash cans," the EPA is warning as a shortage of toilet paper leads to desperate measures. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bmE6Qs

Trump's Bible teacher says gays among those to blame for COVID-19

Environmentalists and people with “depraved minds” are also guilty, says Rev. Ralph Drollinger, who leads a Bible study group for Trump and his Cabinet. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Ukugcr

Inside a top hospital's battle against the coronavirus

Three weeks after NBC News first visited Massachusetts General Hospital, the facility is already tapping into its emergency stockpile of crucial supplies. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33M5CV2

'Top Chef' winner Floyd Cardoz dies at 59 of coronavirus complications

Cardoz admitted a week ago to Mountainside Medical Center in Montclair, New Jersey, with a fever and subsequently tested positive for Covid-19. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3brVaER

Missouri man arrested for licking items at Walmart to mock coronavirus fears

Cody Lee Pfister, 26, posted a video on social media of himself licking deodorants at a Warrenton Walmart. He's been charged with terrorist threats. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WQ8vTc

Workers of color in the low-wage workforce taking major hit as the economy suffers

People of color make up a disproportionate share of workers in the industries where layoffs are the most intense and only expected to get worse. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UD1Clv

Administration's mixed messaging on Defense Production Act causes confusion

President Trump signed the act a week ago, but there has been confusion as to whether it is being utilized to produce needed medical equipment. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UCWCO0

Trump administration is urged to release detained migrants as coronavirus surges

The U.S. holds around 37,000 people in immigration detention. Detainees and advocates say many are vulnerable because of age and pre-existing medical conditions. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3akQYGW

With sports events shelved and consumers in lockdown, the advertising industry is in free fall

With the Olympic Games postponed until 2021 and cinemas closed across the country, whole segments of the advertising market have evaporated. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Ji2cA5

7 tasty reasons to keep your pantry stocked with canned tomatoes

Canned tomatoes are the hero we need right now. Chefs and food pros share recipes that take this supermarket staple way beyond sauce! from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Uio6t3

American Samoa's coronavirus conundrum: No way to test

The remote U.S. territory lacks the ability to conduct its own tests on possible COVID-19 patients, fueling concerns it's ill-equipped to handle an outbreak. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39kaSQM

Entire senior home in New Jersey, 94 people, presumed to have coronavirus

St. Joseph’s Senior Nursing Home in Woodbridge already has 24 people who tested positive, with 70 more expected to also test positive. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3duxule

Pastor defies coronavirus order, draws over 1K people to services

"The virus, we believe, is politically motivated," Tony Spell said. "We hold our religious rights dear and we are going to assemble no matter what someone says." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bscwkS

Brenda Jones announces bid against Rashida Tlaib in 2018 rematch

Jones won the special election to serve out the rest of the late John Conyers' term, but lost the Democratic primary election for a subsequent term on the same ballot. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bscv0i

Trump's businesses barred from bailout money in Senate coronavirus bill

"It’s not aimed just at Donald Trump, but at anyone in high office," Schumer told MSNBC's "Morning Joe." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2xl6nbz

Hospital worker with coronavirus found dead with child by her body

Diedre Wilkes was a mammogram technician at a Coweta County, Georgia, hospital. Her body was found in the living room of her home in the Atlanta area. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2yaQIvZ

Jenny Polanco, acclaimed Dominican fashion designer, dies of coronavirus

The internationally acclaimed designer is the first celebrity to die of coronavirus in the Dominican Republic. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WJ6lVG

Cubans grapple with coronavirus amid shortages and U.S. embargo

“For us, it’s very difficult to avoid crowded places," a worker in Havana said. "Let’s hope that what’s happened in other countries doesn’t happen to us." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UxPAtM

U.S. diplomats asking other countries about buying medical supplies

Ventilators and personal protective equipment are among the critical supplies the U.S. is looking to buy from other countries. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QIQwdS

This is how South Korea flattened its coronavirus curve

South Korea's COVID-19 infection rates have been falling for two weeks thanks to a rigorous testing regime and clear public information. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2y1NiLO

Liberty University welcomes students back amid coronavirus pandemic

One professor slammed the move in an op-ed, saying, "Falwell's lack of concern does nothing to mitigate these students likely becoming vectors of the pathogen." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dCiGRA

FDA will allow doctors to treat critically ill coronavirus patients with blood from survivors

Experts say the treatment might be the best hope for some patients until more sophisticated drugs are developed. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Uu5UM8

10 dead, over 800 test positive in coronavirus outbreaks on Princess cruises, CDC says

The CDC said cruise ships "are often settings for outbreaks of infectious diseases" and should be avoided during the pandemic. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bqdUok

Automaker employees who work shoulder-to-shoulder say plants should have closed earlier

“They shut down their headquarters and sent salaried people to work from home. It was a kind of a slap in the face for us hourly people," said one auto manufacturing worker. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JbNdYl

Celeste Ng on channeling experience as an Asian American woman into 'Little Fires Everywhere'

“If you go through life, at least in the U.S., as an Asian American woman, you become really hyper aware of how people are perceiving you even before they may even say something to you,” the author said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33Izt0F

Companies seek epidemic insurance as coronavirus affects events

After the SARS outbreak, some large events learned to protect themselves with epidemic insurance coverage — but many smaller events have not. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JdZADq

New Orleans is an epicenter of coronavirus. Mardi Gras could be to blame, doctors say.

As of Tuesday afternoon, New Orleans had 567 of Louisiana's 1,388 cases of coronavirus and 20 of the state's 46 deaths. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WNsRwJ

8 inmates flee South Dakota jail where there was a positive coronavirus test

The prisoners from the minimum-security unit of the Pierre Community Work Center remained on the lam on Tuesday afternoon. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UyZafR

NY AG opens hotline for Asian Americans to report harassment

“No one should live in fear for their life because of who they are, what they look like, or where they come from," Letitia James said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2xlYFOw

Maria Shriver on spreading hope from quarantine: 'We all have work to do'

"We are all — each and every one of us — a diamond, a crystal, a ray of sunshine in another person’s life." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33JBbPi

Online learning poses challenges for arts and sciences

"We’re trying to keep a semblance of order and sense of tradition, but then in other places, trying to be super inventive," one professor said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dumFzh

Judge denies Michael Cohen's bid to leave prison due to coronavirus

U.S. District Judge William Pauley III denounced Cohen's request as "just another effort to inject himself into the news cycle." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39hMM9w

Congressional candidates put elections on back burner

Amid the coronavirus crisis, congressional candidates are putting their campaigns on the back burner to try and focus on the pandemic. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2xqZ1mI

PBS documentary offers revealing look at public housing in America

East Lake Meadow in Atlanta was called “Little Vietnam” because of the violence, but former residents recall a sense of community. The film airs Tuesday night. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33GPbcK

Petition urges repeal of restrictions on gay donors amid blood shortage

The FDA mandates that gay and bisexual men abstain from sexual contact for 12 months prior to donating blood. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bt30xR

Trump re-elect effort campaigns virtually amid coronavirus outbreak

Amid strict new social distancing rules last week, the campaign and RNC converted their in-person campaign events into virtual interactions. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bpjEhW

Tokyo 2020 Olympics postponed over coronavirus concerns

The global competition is the biggest sporting event to be affected by the coronavirus pandemic. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3anOasI

U.S. shames squabbling Afghan leaders' obstinance as pandemic looms

Rift between President Ashraf Ghani and former Chief Executive Abdullah Abdullah — both linked to warlords — put a pall over the deal since its signing. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QH51i6

'Fine line' to balance economy and coronavirus fight, White House official says

The question is, "Can we be laser-focused rather than generic" across the U.S. in the coronavirus fight?, said Dr. Deborah Birx, White House coronavirus response coordinator. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3du8Ktl

Millions wake up to tightening lockdowns as restrictions lift in pandemic's origin

Residents of Wuhan will be allowed to travel out of the province for work as early as Wednesday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WS7xGr

Texas Lt. Gov.: Grandparents aren't afraid to die for economy

“Those of us who are 70 plus, we’ll take care of ourselves. But don’t sacrifice the country,” Patrick told Tucker Carlson. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bpmIe1

Mnuchin, Schumer optimistic on coronavirus stimulus package, say deal is close

The legislation is believed to contain around $2 trillion in aid for workers and businesses. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2JftKpA

'This week, it's going to get bad': Surgeon general says people need to take coronavirus seriously

The disease is spreading, the surgeon general said, because many people are not following the guidance to stay at home. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/399se2N

NY will be first state to test treatment of coronavirus with blood from recovered patients

The method dates back more than a century, but it has not been used widely in the United States in decades. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UqTepi

'Lifesaving' lupus drug in short supply after Trump touts possible coronavirus treatment

The publicity surrounding hydroxychloroquine has fueled shortages across the country, NBC News found. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bfuPK2

MAP: How coronavirus deaths compare to confirmed cases across the U.S.

Track the latest numbers on deaths in U.S. states and territories. Updated daily. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2J7AINh

Rand Paul says amid criticism that more Americans should be able to get tested for coronavirus

"I believe we need more testing immediately, even among those without symptoms," Paul said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dpb9oX

Taylor Swift uses leaked Kanye video to raise money for charity, coronavirus efforts

Swift said in an Instagram story that she wants fans to focus on "what really matters" and donate to charities during "this crisis." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UuCZaF

Trump calls on U.S. to 'protect our Asian American community' hours after referring to 'Chinese virus'

The chairwoman of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus said Trump's comments would not "be necessary if he and his supporters had not already endangered so many by spreading this toxic xenophobia." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WFA4hZ

Colorado abolishes the death penalty

"The death penalty cannot be, and never has been, administered equitably in the State of Colorado,” Gov. Jared Polis said after outlawing capital punishment. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2J8yv4j

Texas, Ohio order clinics to halt abortion procedures amid coronavirus

The reproductive rights group NARAL accused officials of "exploiting the COVID-19 crisis to further their agenda to close Ohio's abortion clinics." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bihtgf

What can the Fed do to help Main Street, not Wall Street?

"Not one of the Federal Reserve's recent emergency moves does anything directly for households or small businesses,” said one analyst. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2J8yu0f

Oklahoma man gets 25 years for attempted anti-government bombing

Federal authorities said Jerry Varnell tried to copy the deadliest act of domestic terrorism in American history. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33EAoz8

“It’s like seeing your home being ripped apart:” Staff and owners reflect on Las Vegas restaurant closure

The coronavirus outbreak forced owners of old-school Vegas staple, Casa di Amore to close it’s doors temporarily and lay off its entire staff. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bgYum0

Thousands of Americans stranded overseas during coronavirus pandemic

“It’s just a mess right now so we’ve been doing everything we can do to get this moving," said a Georgia student stuck in Peru. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3drNWlU

Olympic gold medalist Cameron van der Burgh battling coronavirus

"By far the worst virus I have ever endured despite being a healthy individual with strong lungs," van der Burgh said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33F9IOR

'Unconscionable': Latino, black student numbers at NYC elite public high schools stay low

“It’s not clear to me that those tests necessarily test ability as much as they test parents' income or sociological location,” one education expert noted. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bihnoT

Dem super PAC launches ads hitting Trump on coronavirus response

Priorities USA has said it plans to spend $150 million before the Democratic convention, much of it on the airwaves. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bdEpNE

Bloomberg campaign faces potential class action lawsuit for layoffs

Bloomberg campaign faces potential class action lawsuit for laying off campaign staffers after allegedly promising them jobs through November. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UuCYDD

How to set up a home office that won't hurt your back, wrists or neck

Whether you're sitting, standing or lying down, here's how set up a workstation that will keep you in tip-top shape. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39d9bok

Enrollment declines threaten future of HBCUs, disheartening alumni

The 101 black colleges and universities in the U.S. had their second-lowest student totals in 17 years in the 2018-19 school year. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WFA41t

The Affordable Care Act is turning 10. Where does the landmark law go next?

The Affordable Care Act turns 10 this week, but controversy around the law still stands despite it becoming more entrenched in our health care system. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wlFIeJ

Sanders wins big in Democrats Abroad primary, party says

Sanders won almost 60 percent of the almost 40,000 ballots cast by Democratic voters living abroad. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3boXOLJ

Woody Allen has new publisher, memoir published Monday

“Apropos of Nothing,” was released by Arcade Publishing after being dropped by its original publisher. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3drGeZ2

'First we need to stay alive': Chile's protests dampened by coronavirus

“We knew few people would come out, but we’re still here,” said José Miguel, one of a handful of protesters out, some wearing hoods and masks. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QFoEqS

Fauci: U.S. 'looking very closely' at severe coronavirus symptoms in younger Americans

Fauci said experts will have to "really examine" the difference in cases in the U.S. and Europe vs. China. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wtDzxt

Rand Paul becomes first senator known to test positive for coronavirus

Paul's Twitter account said he "is feeling fine and is in quarantine." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39d2brJ

Act now, Italian doctor at center of outbreak warns the world

"Quite a few" patients ages 20 to 30 were in a "severe" condition like older patients, said Dr. Antonio Pensenti. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2xltpik

In crisis, Cuomo and Trump show contrast in leadership

Analysis: Two of the nation's most powerful executives are exhibiting nearly opposite leadership styles, policy instincts and public relations strategies. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QF20Pg

Delivery workers risk their lives to bring you pizza. And they need your help.

In this time of crisis, delivery workers are helping to keep you going. But the truth is that we are a vulnerable and underappreciated population on the best of days. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WAgbJl

Progress is why viruses aren't named after locations anymore, experts say

"Just because certain terms have been used in the past doesn't make it appropriate now. We know that language evolves," an expert said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WzV9KR

ESPN's 'The Ocho' returns with stone skipping, sign spinning and marble racing

The network revived the obscure sports channel, an homage to the fictional channel from the 2004 movie "Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Ut0roH

Idris Elba's wife tests positive for coronavirus, tells Oprah why she stayed with him

The couple was criticized online for not practicing social distancing, but told Oprah that Sabrina Elba was likely already exposed before his test results. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33I3g9U

As Congress debates who gets a check, some experts say: Make it universal

They argue that means-testing raises bureaucratic hurdles and inefficiencies that would counteract the goal of swiftly getting cash into the economy. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Ja1AMR

How to survive a pandemic: HIV experts and activists on lessons learned

Amid the global coronavirus outbreak, HIV experts, activists and survivors share takeaways from the early days of the AIDS crisis. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QSWIjB

Congressman critical after running accident

U.S. Rep. Mark DeSaulnier tested negative for coronavirus, his spokeswoman said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2xktwuU

Neo-Nazis from U.S. and Europe build far-right links at concerts in Germany

"There are clear links between white supremacists in the United States and their ideological fellow travelers in Europe," said Jonathan Greenblatt. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QDkwb3

Men with older brothers are more likely to be gay, study suggests

This new report builds upon previous research regarding male birth order and homosexuality, though there is still no decisive explanation for the correlation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dp3qai

In defense of the ubiquitous, much scorned self-help book

Everyone looks for wisdom and practical advice in what they read — that's comforting and a little disturbing. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/394WYCc

Make Sunday dinner festive and fun with these buffalo chicken meatballs

The addicting flavors of chicken wings get translated into meatballs. Serve them over rice with a salad and cupcakes for dessert and your Sunday is made. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3diusQO

Trump says he's activated National Guard in New York, California and Washington state

Trump said large quantities of masks, respirators, gowns, face shields and other items are due to arrive in the three states within days. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2xTI84q

U.S. axed CDC expert job in China months before coronavirus outbreak

The American disease expert, a medical epidemiologist embedded in China’s disease control agency, left her post in July. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wuaRN0

Love in the time of coronavirus: NYC couple married on street by friend in window

"It was perfect, classic New York," Reilly Jennings told NBC News. "Everything I love about this city was encompassed in that moment." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WyFLOK

'Abhorrent': AOC slams reported DOJ effort to indefinitely detain people during emergency

"There's a long history in this country ... of using emergencies as times to really start to encroach upon people's civil rights," she said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WABryt

Russia's low infection numbers viewed skeptically as demand grows for more action

Russian officials attribute the low reported coronavirus numbers to aggressive border controls, but experts caution that the actual infection rates may be much higher. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2J43vCC

Coronavirus swaps: Trading designer dresses for toilet paper and portraits for groceries

For people with underlying health conditions, working out trades with friends and neighbors has become a necessity. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2J8PPpO

Need a healthy snack idea? Try these oven-roasted chickpeas

Some healthy bites don't quite scratch that snack-y itch. But these chickpeas, toasted up in the oven with just the right amount of salt and light seasonings, are a game changer. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wtIKNX

Nearly 54 million students sent home

There are only five states that have not closed yet all schools: Idaho, Iowa, Maine Nebraska and Wyoming. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Uwf3Uf

COVID-19 'hit me like a ton of bricks': Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart in first interview since diagnosis

"It's a tricky bug because just when I thought I was over it or I was pretty close to getting over it, the fever will come back. But again, not as bad as it was originally and I think hopefully the worst is passed," U.S. Rep. Diaz-Balart says from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3aawHnn

'A worldwide hackathon': Hospitals turn to crowdsourcing and 3D printing amid equipment shortages

The efforts come as supply shortages loom in one of the biggest challenges for health care systems around the world. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QAKMCM

Trump's tone veers wildly under pressure from coronavirus

There is growing concern among people close to Trump that as the crisis grinds on, his patience will further fray. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vDYYn9

Country music legend Kenny Rogers dies at 81

Rogers died at his home from natural causes under hospice care, surrounded by family. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2xQNvkT

Democrats sound the alarm on Joe Biden's young voter problem

The party's presidential front-runner is taking the vulnerability seriously. Some say it reminds them of Clinton in 2016, and won't be easy to overcome. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33ztkUz

California tests out strict limits on daily life previously unimaginable

Residents prepared for a month-long stay-at-home order once thought unimaginable. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wrV69i

U.S. Olympic Committee says more 'clarity' needed on 2020 games

The committee responded to a postponement request by USA Swimming, whose CEO said, "Everyone has experienced unimaginable disruptions, mere months before the Olympic Games." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2U7HBVm

Italy made its own entertainment on lockdown

“One day I am playing for hundreds, even thousands of people, the next — I am home, in my room," said trumpeter Alberto Anguzza. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3a9Q28j

Coronavirus scams are already going viral. And it's about to get worse.

The spectrum of scams runs the gamut from the nonsensical to the nefarious. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bfzlIv

Worried about coronavirus symptoms? A virtual doctor can see you now

Telemedicine is rapidly becoming the first line of defense against the coronavirus. Here's how to access and pay to see a doctor on your phone or computer. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2xWzceF

Men with older brothers are more likely to be gay, study suggests

This new report builds upon previous research regarding male birth order and homosexuality, though there is still no decisive explanation for the correlation. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2J4jqAC

As Congress debates who gets a check, some experts say: Make it universal

They argue that means-testing raises bureaucratic hurdles and inefficiencies that would counteract the goal of swiftly getting cash into the economy. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/398VwyA

Trump's coronavirus eviction freeze won't keep a roof over our heads, advocates say

Tens of millions of renters will get little relief from the administration's plan at a time when people are losing their jobs. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bk95Nl

Pregnant women in hospitals can get excellent treatment but terrible care

We tend to make medical processes good and fast by standardizing much of what we do, which means they can strip patients of their individuality. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Uphd8s

Remains of missing Colorado boy, 11, found in Florida

Investigators want to know if anyone saw suspect Leticia Staunch in the Panhandle in early February from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3a9EjXj

What to watch while you're home? Enjoy these Latino-themed shows.

We have the latest series from the U.S., a juicy one from Spain and an iconic movie beloved in so many households. Grab the popcorn and head to the sofa. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3agvJpO

Make Sunday dinner festive and fun with these buffalo chicken meatballs

The addicting flavors of chicken wings get translated into meatballs. Serve them over rice with a salad and cupcakes for dessert and your Sunday is made. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vKxegU

Puerto Rico needs medical supplies but faces restrictions

"They are treating people differently at a time when we all need to get essential items like masks, gloves and health items," said Rep. Jenniffer Gonzalez, Puerto Rico's nonvoting member of Congress. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2xRFdJw

Coronavirus briefly grounds flights to NYC-area and Philadelphia airports

Air traffic into those areas were briefly grounded Saturday due to staffing issues because of the coronavirus pandemic. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3beTqyI

Sanders' campaign raises over $2 million for coronavirus charities

Sen. Bernie Sanders announced that his presidential campaign raised over $2 million for charities assisting in coronavirus relief. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vFz82h

Six dead after Indiana bridge collapses in floodwaters

Authorities got a call at about 5 a.m. Friday from a witness who reported seeing headlights off a roadway near Laurel, Indiana. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wqzqu4

What to watch while you're home? Enjoy these Latino-themed shows.

We have the latest series from the U.S., a juicy one from Spain and an iconic movie beloved in so many households. Grab the popcorn and head to the sofa. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3agvJpO

Thousands defy Iraq's coronavirus curfew to visit martyred imam's shrine

“We believe that the number of infected people will increase next week because of this visit," security source tells NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WzI5oY

On the coronavirus front lines, grocery store workers are 'vulnerable'

It's "unlike anything I’ve ever seen at work," one grocery store employee said. "Stockers were getting pushed out of the way for toilet paper," and customers were "fighting over beans." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2J4SKA4

NBC News employee dies after testing positive for coronavirus

Larry Edgeworth, 61, "was the guy you wanted by your side no matter where you were," NBC News Chairman Andy Lack wrote to staff members. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QzUkhe

'Stay strong': People worldwide adjust to new life amid COVID-19

“Having parents that fall in the high-risk category and being a health provider yourself isn’t easy at all, and my wife feels the same way and exposing her parents,” Dr. Jalal Baig said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dk5zEg

I moved in with my in-laws' despite the nightmare stories. Here's what happened.

Sure, I missed "me time" and time alone with my wife — a lot. But I also truly became a member of their family and valued our experiences together. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UD1h2z

Bloomberg spent nearly $1 billion on his three-month presidential campaign

The former New York City mayor ended his bid for the Democratic nomination earlier this month after a poor showing on Super Tuesday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WsNVbD

Progressive group's analysis finds Abrams is Biden's best choice. Here's why.

The Georgian performed well across a range of demographic groups, including both independent voters and core Democratic constituencies. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3a8Xn7R

New audit shows disparity in Puerto Rico hurricane aid

HUD audits on the management of disaster grants suggest that its reasons for stalling funds to Puerto Rico don't fully hold up. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QOWiuz

Tom Brady officially signs with Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The future Hall of Fame quarterback posted a picture on Instagram of himself signing his Bucs contract, days after he announced he was leaving the New England Patriots. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/394apCt

See who'd be eligible for coronavirus checks under Senate GOP plan

The direct payments to many Americans would be means-tested based on their income. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3aeFrcg

Sen. Burr: I sold off stocks because of TV reports, not inside info about coronavirus

The North Carolina Republican and three other senators who sold off stocks after coronavirus briefings denied any wrongdoing. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QxdnJ4

Nonprofits launch site for Asian Americans to report coronavirus-related racism

“We hope members of the AAPI community will report incidents they have experienced, which may range from microaggressions to incidents of racial profiling to hate violence,” the site's co-founder said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3abOr1u

Coronavirus isolation raises concerns for domestic violence survivors

It can be “devastating” for people who have to shelter somewhere unsafe. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3didOAY

Working from home only works if you have internet at home

We are neglecting those Americans, mostly in rural and poor households, for whom staying home is devastating because they have no broadband access. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3a9N4jU

For people with anxiety and OCD, coronavirus is a 'personal nightmare'

For people with mental health conditions, COVID-19 is both their worst nightmare and sudden validation of their habits. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UqxZ76

FDA is working on treatment of coronavirus with blood from recovered patients

Experts say the potential treatment, which is already being tested in China, could be ready sooner than traditional drugs. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vCrmWM

States push price-gouging measures as coronavirus fuels consumer fears

Complaints about price gouging have exploded across the nation after numerous states declared emergencies. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Utn50c

The economy is in critical danger. This straightforward plan could save it.

If we protect our companies now by helping to keep all employees safe and paid, our economy will be ready, willing and able to return to its glory. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dsq4yS

Judicial distancing: Mystery surrounds Supreme Court path forward

Thirty-six cases are pending, including some of the most important to reach the justices in decades. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3a3NcS5

Americans stranded abroad struggle as border closures intensify

"It feels bad to feel like our government doesn’t really care that we're abroad," Channing Stirrat, a student stuck in Ecuador, said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QyN5pW

New Africa coronavirus crisis looms with internal spread

The coronavirus has now been confirmed in at least 30 of Africa’s 54 countries. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33AohTG

Study reveals how long COVID-19 remains infectious on cardboard, metal and plastic

The virus that causes COVID-19 remains for several hours to days on surfaces and in aerosols, a new scientific study has found. The study suggests that people may acquire the coronavirus through the air and after touching contaminated objects. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3a8Co5f

How and where to allocate stockpiled ventilators during a pandemic

Key factors must be taken into account in determining the need for and allocation of scarce ventilators during a severe pandemic, especially one causing respiratory illness. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/399QAJT

Global human genomes reveal rich genetic diversity shaped by complex evolutionary history

A new study has provided the most comprehensive analysis of human genetic diversity to date, after the sequencing of 929 human genomes. The study uncovers a large amount of previously undescribed genetic variation and provides new insights into our evolutionary past, highlighting the complexity of the process through which our ancestors diversified, migrated and mixed throughout the world. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3b8NPtE

Washington's trillion-dollar coronavirus fix may be too little, too late

Analysis: As lawmakers and the administration hammer out another coronavirus spending package, experts say it could take twice as much — or more — to prevent an economic calamity. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2x9gQ9V

'There have been a lot of tears': Coronavirus threatens to shut schools until the fall

Kansas was the first state to announce an early end to the school year, throwing everything from college admissions to kindergarten graduation into turmoil. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3a77QAJ

'Self Made's' ode to Madame C.J. Walker sadly can't escape racial tropes

The series dishonors Annie Malone by portraying her as a colorist schemer. It does the same to Walker by emphasizing her insecurities instead of her pride. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Wu0sva

This is how noise cancelling headphones work

Working remote and sick of distractions? Here's how noise cancelling headphones work and some of the best options from Apple, Sony, Bose and others. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Wxuqyv

Small business owners go into survival mode as lawmakers debate economic relief

Many small businesses "don't have reserves to make it for days or weeks or months," said one analyst. "They're all living on borrowed time." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dh4ptp

Counterterrorism chief and deputy leaving as administration considers downsizing agency

Two former officials say Russell Travers, head of the National Counterterrorism Center, was seen as resisting potential personnel cuts. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3a6V8SH

He doesn't have coronavirus. It could kill him anyway.

Without a new liver, Zach Branson might have only a month left to live. Doctors just canceled his transplant surgery, citing concerns about the coronavirus. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QvX7Z4

See who'd be eligible for coronavirus checks under Senate GOP plan

The direct payments to many Americans would be means-tested based on their income. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UjXIhy

State Department warns Americans not to travel due to coronavirus

The guidance comes as Americans traveling abroad struggle to make their way home amid widespread border closures. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2J1jXU6

Experimental drug holds promise for treating the coronavirus

At least two hospitalized patients who got the drug remdesivir started to feel better the next day. Clinical trial results expected in late April. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WrAuso

Americans stuck in Peru over coronavirus fears urge U.S. to bring them home

Many of the two dozen people on a tour were able to book flights back to the U.S., but then they were canceled. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3921bGz

Trump nixed harsh response to attacks by Iranian proxies because of coronavirus, officials say

Trump worried that hitting back hard at Iran would make the U.S. look bad given Iran's struggle to contain COVID-19, officials say. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2J3bMGK

'Everything is out of our control': San Francisco eases into lockdown

San Francisco is two days into a lockdown that has no definite end. What happens next is anyone's guess. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2U3GpC9

Florida man arrested in 35-year-old cold case murder thanks to DNA on cigarette

Detectives in Pensacola said that "evil won" in the unsolved murder of Tonya Ethridge McKinley — until today. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wbCn1L

Man dies at ICE family detention center, ninth death since October

A 27- year-old Honduran man died by apparent suicide at one of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's family detention centers, authorities said Thursday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2U84KqR

Tulsi Gabbard ends presidential run, endorses Biden

Gabbard announced her White House bid in January of last year and was the first female combat veteran to run for president. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3a6N44a

Coronavirus shatters New Jersey family, kills 4 with 3 more hospitalized

"I went to sleep having 10 aunts and uncles! Friday I woke up and found out I only had 9. Just a few minutes ago I found out I only have 8," a relative said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2U62Vu8

Companies are rushing to introduce coronavirus testing kits — and so are scam artists

The FDA responded to the shortage of coronavirus tests this week by relaxing regulatory restrictions, but there are currently no FDA-approved at-home tests. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QwV32S

Is spring break over? Local Florida officials close beaches after gov refuses to.

At the height of the spring break rush, Gov. Ron DeSantis said Tuesday he would not order the beaches closed. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dkyR5Z

Millions of Americans will soon run out of money. Here's how to deal with bills you can't pay.

Help is available for those who can’t pay their bills, but you’ve got to ask for it. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Um7iQT

Monaco's Prince Albert II tests positive for coronavirus

Royal is being treated by doctors from the Princess Grace Hospital, named after his U.S. actress mother, Palace of Monaco said in a statement. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3942ViE

Photo of Trump remarks shows 'corona' crossed out and replaced with 'Chinese' virus

"It's not racist at all," Trump told reporters of the label on Wednesday. "It comes from China, that's why." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38Yd5Bu

'Love Is Blind' lives on in social distancing-friendly Instagram show

After binging Netflix's "Love Is Blind," two Brooklyn roommates decided to recreate the show on Instagram. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vAFq3b

Americans would get two checks under Treasury Department proposal

One check would arrive in April and another in May. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3adZOWE

Trump to suspend evictions, authorizes Defense Production Act to mobilize businesses to aid coronavirus response

The law, enacted in 1950, allows the president to force American businesses to produce materials in the national defense, such as ventilators and medical supplies for health care workers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3a0k5Pu

Dow closes with loss of 1,300 points as coronavirus fears take hold

Drastic economic measures from the White House and the Federal Reserve have so far not been enough to stop a market meltdown. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WrV23N

U.S. 'will not have' unemployment rate of 20 percent, Mnuchin says

"I didn't in any way say I think we are going to have that. It's just a mathematical statement," the Treasury Secretary clarified. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2x99l2C

Coronavirus forces hospitals to prepare for life-or-death decisions

"These are conversations that no one wants to have," a Maryland doctor said. "But we need to have these conversations just in case." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3b5Ycyh

Black donors gave $41M to 2020 Democrats last year, with Sanders topping the list

A new report shines a light on a party and candidates dependent on black voters but deficient in diversity when it comes to strategy, policy and spending. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WnKkvc

Why the Northern Hemisphere is about to have its earliest spring in 124 years

The earlier-than-usual spring is the result of leap years and the subtle impacts that the extra days have on the timing of Earth’s orbits. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2IY1Tdw

Number of white nationalist groups rose again in 2019, report says

Researchers see a growing threat from white supremacists who call themselves “accelerationists” and avow violence to counter democratic governments. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Qt5Tqr

5.7-magnitude earthquake shakes Salt Lake City, Utah, and surrounding areas

The quake, the state's largest since 1992, knocked out power to tens of thousands of households and businesses and disrupted some government efforts to respond to the coronavirus pandemic. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UlKqkz

Trump sends in the Navy to combat coronavirus

The USNS Comfort would be berthed at New York Harbor and take non-infected patients. The USNS Mercy is also on deck to be deployed but it's unclear to where. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2U2hLSH

Celebrities flock to Instagram Live during social distancing

While some famous faces have used the platform to read books or play music for fans, some have caused controversy while on Instagram Live. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wauKbX

In just days, lockdown provides vivid picture of how environment recovers without people

"I think there are some big-picture lessons here that could be very useful,” one scientist said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33vIhXq

Meet the DJ behind Cardi B's chart-topping coronavirus hit

DJ iMarkkeyz's remix of Cardi B's video about COVID-19 has become a global phenomenon. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wj2e7S

We must stop filling prisons while coronavirus rages or we'll extend the pandemic

People come and go from jails quite often, and there is no real sanitation or self-distancing measures. We must protect everyone from this disease. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/390tRzX

State unemployment websites crash as applications surge due to coronavirus

"Totally broken," tweeted one person about their area's unemployment website. Trump administration officials have warned unemployment could reach 20 percent due to the pandemic. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38XZZEd

American students still stranded in Morocco amid travel bans

"We are living in this constant state of chaos and uncertainty," Genevieve Serna told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WlH1F3

The U.S. wants smartphone location data to fight coronavirus. Privacy advocates are worried.

Federal health officials say they could use anonymous, aggregated user data collected by the tech companies to map the spread of the virus. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33vIbiw

DHS faces coronavirus with scores of vacancies and a leadership vacuum

Roughly two-thirds of top jobs in the department are vacant or filled with acting appointees, more than in any other federal agency. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UlhDfJ

'No heart. No understanding': During coronavirus, renters face eviction uncertainty

Each year, 3.6 million eviction filings work their way through U.S. courts. With workers losing their jobs or getting furloughed, tenant advocates worry more people will be affected. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2U4xdOd

Sen. Cornyn: China to blame for coronavirus, because 'people eat bats'

Speaking to reporters Wednesday, the Republican senator from Texas spread misinformation about the coronavirus and incorrectly cited China as a source of MERS and swine flu. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WmwNUR

Trump doubles down that he's not fueling racism, but experts say he is

"It's fueling the xenophobia we’re seeing all over our districts," said New York Assembly member Yuh-Line Niou. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/390gsYz

Celebrities flock to Instagram Live during social distancing

While some famous faces have used the platform to read books or play music for fans, some have caused controversy while on Instagram Live. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wauKbX

Some states looking to vote by mail as coronavirus spreads

While a majority of states also offer “no excuse” absentee ballots, meaning anyone can request one, more than a dozen do not. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33vBFss

New York mayor says 'shelter in place' decision coming in next 48 hours

Mayor Bill de Blasio in recent days has made sweeping declarations to close schools through April 20, limit restaurant service and halt other forms of entertainment. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3basvEl

E.U. announces sweeping ban on most nonessential incoming travel

"We need to do more to reduce huge pressure on our health care system," said Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission president. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33s7Tor

Dow closes with gain of 1,000 points on news of $1 trillion stimulus package

Some economists are contemplating whether the massive social and economic upheaval could throw the U.S. into a depression. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UfWh3t

Democrats vote in Florida and more: What polls show for Biden, Sanders

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, three states are casting ballots in what could be the Vermont senator's last chance to stop the former VP. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TYJhAo

States to workers: Go home now. States to voters: Come stand in this huge line.

Delaying the primaries does not set a precedent for President Donald Trump to delay the November presidential election. But it could save lives. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2IYuJu4

5 things to watch as Arizona, Florida and Illinois vote

Three states hold primaries Tuesday in the first big day of voting since the coronavirus upended daily life and was declared a national emergency. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3b2KTyM

Strengths and weaknesses of 5 possible Biden running mates

The former VP said he will pick a female to join his ticket. That balances gender, but what about the rest? from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38YcI9V

Ohio primary called off at last minute due to health emergency

Contests in Illinois, Arizona and Florida were going ahead Tuesday as scheduled. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2x7ygUA

Tuesday's pandemic primaries: Everything you need to know

As the nation grapples to contain the coronavirus, three states go to the polls. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ab56lK

Former Rep. Duncan Hunter sentenced to 11 months in prison

The California Republican pleaded guilty in December to a corruption charge after prosecutors said he and his wife misused hundreds of thousands in campaign funds. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TWnPfp

Tom Brady announces he is leaving New England Patriots

It's unclear where Brady will go. "I don't know what my football future holds," he said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WmopEU

Vanessa Hudgens slammed for calling coronavirus measures 'bulls---'

The actress posted the comments to her 38.4 million followers on Instagram but later said the remarks "are being taken out of context." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2x4ikCt

U.S. hospital association warns of ventilator shortage

"The best way not to overtax the health care system is to keep more people healthy." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33v4jtI

Americans abroad scramble to get home as countries deepen travel restrictions

"Information is unreliable. Every cancellation happened without a rebooking option and I’ve spent hours on the phone will the airlines," said one American. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2IWUTNT

Timeline: Trump administration's response to coronavirus

An examination of how the Trump administration responded to the coronavirus outbreak. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39ZD1xN

What the Fed rate cut means for your 401(k), mortgage, credit cards and more

Here's how the Federal Reserve rate cut affects your 401(k), retirement accounts, banking accounts, credit cards, mortgage and more. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33p8abw

The Irish in America want green cards, not green beer for St. Patrick's Day

It’s long been concerning to many Irish Americans that, for the past two decades, the flow of new arrivals from Ireland has effectively ground to a halt. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3d9X66L

Over 140 LGBTQ couples marry in Mexico City

“My dreams have finally come true,” said Ana Scarlett Vargas, a transgender woman who married her husband and changed her gender identity on the same day. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3b3rzRV

Tech accessories starter guide for remote work

After working remotely for more than a decade, I've learned some lessons on what works — and what doesn't from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2x7FhEx

Video shows passenger defending Asian woman facing racism on subway

"You're Chinese, why did you bring corona to America?" a passenger asks a woman, prompting another rider to step in. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3basgcp

Lebanese judge denied release of Lebanese-American accused of torture during war

Amer Fakhoury was charged in February by a military judge with the murder and torture of inmates during Israel's 18-year occupation of southern Lebanon. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2IVftyd

Employee at Sing Sing prison tests positive for coronavirus

"This is going to be absolutely catastrophic inside prisons, particularly with the U.S. having an aging population," said one advocate. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Wlkubf

Latino groups slam Trump's failure to issue coronavirus guide in Spanish

"They have the right to expect the same information to protect their families, and doing so will help all of us," said Forward Latino's Darryl Morin. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3b3rnSH

Lone GOP congressman delays House coronavirus relief bill from moving to Senate

The House was expected to make technical corrections to the bipartisan measure, passed by the House early Saturday, on Monday, but Gohmert is insisting on reading them. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QkwwOs

Some states have seen a 'phenomenal increase' in coronavirus tests

"What happens when the testing capacity increases, the number of positives increase by definition," said the governor of New York, where 950 cases are confirmed. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39V969X

Cuomo calls on feds to build field hospitals to contain coronavirus

"You could have people on gurneys in (hospital) hallways,' Cuomo warned. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38ZXpNT

Ohio governor calls for state to postpone Tuesday's primary elections

"We cannot tell people to stay inside, but also tell them to go out and vote," Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine tweeted. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2U9Kt2U

As coronavirus closes schools, teachers brace for massive experiment in online education

“You can't simply snap your fingers,” one advocate said. “It takes planning and training, and we don't have time for that.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Qn7oqb

As coronavirus spreads, immunocompromised young people ask peers to keep them in mind

"Young people like to think of themselves as invincible, but we're not," said a 25-year-old with lupus who posted using #HighRiskCovid19. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2U9mIYJ

America's coronavirus sports blackout is worse than the leagues are letting on

The NBA, NHL, WNBA, MLS, MLB and NFL all think they'll make it through this in time to salvage their seasons. I desperately hope they are right. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vrreJD

Connecticut man charged with threatening to kill Rep. Adam Schiff

"I want to come and see you so I can spit in your face and I want to kill you with my bare hands," the man allegedly wrote in a message to Schiff. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2J4dzeZ

U.S. planning to move some troops out of Iraq

The U.S. will remove troops from joint bases at al-Qaim near the Syrian border, Qayyarah Airfield West near Mosul and possibly K-1 Air Base in Kirkuk. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WnasX9

NFL blockbuster: DeAndre Hopkins reportedly traded to Cardinals

David Johnson will head to the Texans in return, according to ESPN. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33n86sR

Seven family members fatally shot in North Carolina

The suspect is among the dead, said Lt. Sara Pack, a spokeswoman for the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3aTrLDk

Ex-Florida gov. candidate Andrew Gillum to enter rehab for alcohol abuse

Gillum was named in a police report last week that said he was “inebriated” and initially unresponsive in a hotel room along with a male suspected overdose victim. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3aTrAb8

Lesbian officers sue Michigan corrections department for discrimination

Michelle Wood and Loretta Smith, a gay couple in their 50s, said they faced discrimination and retaliation by the Michigan Department of Corrections. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2U9Kl3q

'The dream was empty': Green energy scams target celebrities, seniors and do-gooders

America is in the midst of a clean energy revolution — one that is generating hundreds of billions in economic activity. Fraudsters, too, are cashing in. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2x3c3Xo

A West Point football player got hooked on pain pills. Now he owes the U.S. $300K.

Jared Rogers was looking forward to serving his country and pursuing a career in engineering. Then he suffered an injury at football practice. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2IOhkoF

Billions more needed: Trump seeks additional coronavirus funding

The funding would help ensure that departments and agencies that are most affected by coronavirus have enough funds to help combat the virus in the coming months. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2w1jONH

Strengths and weaknesses of 5 possible Biden running mates

The former VP said Sunday he will pick a female to join his ticket. That balances gender but what about the rest? from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TT9ekW

Coronavirus upends justice system as states close courts and halt trials

“The ramifications could be catastrophic if not managed properly,” a defense lawyer said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38S5PHb

Trump finally paints a bleak coronavirus outlook

Analysis: The president wasted valuable time that could be costly in terms of the health and economic standing of the nation. Now come signs he may be looking to play catchup. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2xJJbnD

20 queer classics to watch while 'social distancing'

Stuck inside for a while? Check out these streaming LGBTQ classic films and binge-worthy shows. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wcySYO

False coronavirus rumors surge in 'hidden viral' text messages

Some users, even those who have no intention of spreading wrong information, are forwarding along viral rumors and urban legends. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33nFFeb

Drastic Fed interventions are unprecedented, but are they enough?

“Investors want to know the Fed stands ready to do what it takes, even if what it takes is being redefined,” said one former adviser to the Federal Reserve. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wdVCHJ

What's for dinner? Instant Pot lemony chicken with fingerling potatoes and olives

Dreaming of sunny Provence? In this one-pot dish, juicy chicken thighs and delicate fingerling potatoes absorb the bright aromas of garlic, lemon and olives. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3aYEYL2

5 things to watch in the Biden-Sanders debate

Analysis: The first one-on-one faceoff of the Democratic primary season arrives Sunday amid a dramatically transformed campaign landscape. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3d3p8Ri

What's in Congress' emergency coronavirus bill? Here's what you need to know.

It would provide free testing, food assistance, unemployment benefits and some paid leave for employees at companies with fewer than 500 people. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39SjAH7

Trump says he's 'strongly considering' a full pardon for Michael Flynn

It was unclear what specifically provoked Trump's Twitter message Sunday about Flynn. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2x1Nqu9

A West Point football player got hooked on pain pills. Now he owes the U.S. $300K.

Jared Rogers was looking forward to serving his country and pursuing a career in engineering. Then he suffered an injury at football practice. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2IPkJ6t

Quarantines and social distancing aren't easy for those who live alone

Whether you're an extrovert or an introvert, all humans require some connection with others. Mandatory solitude may keep us safer but make us more anxious. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2w1KApc

These creamy mustard pork chops are the ultimate comfort food fix

Pork chops, creamy parmesan mashed potatoes and chocolate chip cookies soothe the soul during uncertain times. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33jOcPv

School closed due to coronavirus? Homeschooling moms share their tips

"Your 'school day' will not be perfect, and that's OK. Just try to remember you're adjusting to something new and there will be some bumps along the way." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WmGAdH

Courting progressives, Biden shifts policy stances on free college, bankruptcy

The Democratic front-runner is extending an olive branch to Sanders, Warren and their supporters. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38O7M7r

SpaceX halts rocket launch at the last second

"There are a thousand ways a launch can go wrong and only one way it can go right," a company supervisor said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WfdZGZ

Biden urges voters to cast ballots on Tuesday primaries as coronavirus concerns mount

"If you're exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 — or might be at risk — absentee or vote by mail options are the best way to make your voice heard," Biden said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QjgwMs

NYC teachers 'furious' over policy to keep schools open despite coronavirus outbreak

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio started rebuffing any effort to close schools last week saying, “we are going to do our damnedest to keep the schools open.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TQM2ne

How to make corned beef and cabbage for St. Patrick's Day

Some corned beef recipes can be mushy or salty or not all that interesting. Not this one. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3d2jRJG

Shelves are empty -- but when will they be restocked?

If stores cut hours excessively, or if hourly employees such as shelf stockers or cashiers self-quarantine and don’t show up for work, lines could grow, one retail consultant said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38T3bAQ

Tom Hanks posts coronavirus update to Instagram

The post showed a stuffed Kangaroo toy with the Australian flag next to Hanks' breakfast. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WepwGr

Hype, hope and promise: How green energy scams trick investors and rake in money

America is in the midst of a clean energy revolution — one that is generating hundreds of billions in economic activity. Fraudsters, too, are cashing in. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TQCjgQ

Adding up all the coronavirus economic hits

When you add up all the cancellations there are signs a major economic hit is coming. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dbMaWe

Woman says children who came into contact with Rudy Gobert being denied coronavirus testing

"I'm sharing my story now because I've heard of other families in direct contact with individuals testing positive for the virus and not enough tests are available," the woman said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3d1NhHN

U.S. internet well-equipped to handle work from home surge, experts say

However, connections could stumble for some if too many family members try to videoconference at the same time. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2w0O6jH

Court cites coronavirus in blocking Trump administration's food stamp cuts

Judge Beryl A. Howell of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia cited the coronavirus pandemic in her decision to suspend the rule from going into effect. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wYxxVs

Biden's first virtual event encounters technological glitches

The Biden campaign tried to hold its first virtual campaign event on Friday, but encountered technological issues that show how difficult this next stage of the campaign might be. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2UcFq1q

Sanders wins Northern Mariana Islands caucuses, NBC News projects

The Vermont senator took four delegates, but Biden still holds a big lead. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Wfkc5K

Floyd Mayweather remembers late ex-girlfriend Josie Harris in Instagram posts

Josie Harris was the mother of three of Mayweather's children. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2U6hOvz

These creamy mustard pork chops are the ultimate comfort food fix

Pork chops, creamy parmesan mashed potatoes and chocolate chip cookies soothe the soul during uncertain times. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33jOcPv

Trump's coronavirus denial could lead to a financial crisis. Here's how to stop it.

It's one thing to use monetary and fiscal policy to psych up an economy that's psyched out. It's another when there is something incredibly real to fear. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cYDcLR

I felt safer under quarantine in China than I do here in the U.S.

Our laissez-faire attitude, prioritization of personal freedom and utter lack of government leadership have left Americans confused and exposed. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Wf3C6c

Coronavirus is killing the campaign rally. Here's why that helps Biden.

The president feeds off mega-crowds. So does the Vermont senator. The former VP is more comfortable one-on-one. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cXNawU

Our post-touch society takes the human out of human interaction

It might be better to forgo handshakes than make ourselves more vulnerable during a pandemic, but we should be aware of the importance of what we're giving up. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38SOLke

U.S. internet well-equipped to handle work from home surge, experts say

However, connections could stumble for some if too many family members try to videoconference at the same time. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ILsV7E

Court cites coronavirus in blocking Trump administration's food stamp cuts

Judge Beryl A. Howell of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia cited the coronavirus pandemic in her decision to suspend the rule from going into effect. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TPtL9M

Woman says children who came into contact with Rudy Gobert being denied coronavirus testing

"I'm sharing my story now because I've heard of other families in direct contact with individuals testing positive for the virus and not enough tests are available," the woman said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ILARWF

Big 'gram on campus: At USC, students train to become influencers

At USC, social media influencing and content creation are more than just a hobby — they're becoming careers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Qg5YxK

Accused baby killer says police illegally lifted her DNA from her trash

Theresa Bentaas is fighting a murder charge by saying police should not have taken DNA from her garbage without a warrant. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Qgez3v

A 5-minute ab workout you can do at home

This quick routine uses Pilates-inspired moves to combat back pain and tone your core for bathing-suit season. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3aX8lNI

Biden's first virtual event encounters technological glitches

The Biden campaign tried to hold its first virtual campaign event on Friday, but encountered technological issues that show how difficult this next stage of the campaign might be. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cZxklv

Sanders wins Northern Mariana Islands caucuses, NBC News projects

The Vermont senator took four delegates, but Biden still holds a big lead. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3d1Ijuv

Craving comfort food? Try these one-skillet creamy mustard pork chops

Pork chops, creamy parmesan mashed potatoes and chocolate chip cookies soothe the soul during uncertain times. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2IPf3t8

Sanders had some vulnerable Democrats worried. Biden's surge eased their minds.

House members in tough re-election fights "don't want to spend every single day being consumed by having to answer for Sanders rhetoric or Sanders policy." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2U7QbSQ

Six feet of social distance? For hairdressers, that may not be possible.

"People still want to look their best," one New Jersey hair stylist said. And "we're in an industry where we can't work from home." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38PQfMl

Pentagon halts all domestic travel for Department of Defense employees

The directive applies to service members, Department of Defense civilians and their families assigned to Defense installations, facilities and surrounding areas. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wZYpUV

NBA players donate money to support arena workers

Among those pledging are the Cleveland Cavaliers' Kevin Love and Zion Williamson of the New Orleans Pelicans. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QeAA2s

Coronavirus conspiracy video spreads on Instagram among black celebrities

Instagram and Facebook have made a concentrated effort to rid their platforms of false information, but some conspiracy theories have proven hard to stop. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38SD7WO

Ruling protecting Cambodian refugees might benefit others, lawyers say

A federal court ruling could have broader implications for other groups facing final orders of removal, one expert says. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2IKcCIo

'Blood of the immune': Doctors want to try an antiquated treatment on coronavirus

"This is an opportunity to do something proactive that can help fight this," a Johns Hopkins doctor said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33jDHvr

Bill Gates stepping down from Microsoft board

Gates stressed that the move "in no way means stepping away from the company." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2IKtnD9

Trump's coronavirus emergency declaration met with praise, skepticism

The president has declared a national emergencies before, including using one to seize funding for construction of a wall along the southern U.S. border. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cTQbOV

Europe now 'the epicenter of the pandemic,' WHO says

Europe has "more reported cases and deaths than the rest of the world combined, apart from China," the World Health Organization said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38VffS9

Dow tumbles, soars, closes with a gain of 1,900 points after Trump declares national emergency

Hopes of a sweeping economic relief package had pushed Wall Street back into the green on Friday afternoon, but stocks sank and then rallied as President Trump declared a national emergency. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Qgc94R

Trump says he will probably get tested soon for the coronavirus

The president interacted recently with an aide to Brazil's leader who later tested positive. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38NPSBX

Chart: See the day-by-day size of the coronavirus outbreak

As the situation in China stabilizes, track the number of new cases around the rest of the world. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2w58fVC

'Blood of the immune': Doctors want to try an antiquated treatment on coronavirus

"This is an opportunity to do something proactive that can help fight this," a Johns Hopkins doctor said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cXwO7t

Cities turn to a new model of coronavirus testing: Drive-thrus

"It’s a new approach because these are all new problems. It keeps people in their car so they don’t walk into an emergency room and infect other people," New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33ewwor

Spying on coronavirus: A little-known U.S. intel outfit has its most important mission yet

The National Center for Medical Intelligence, an obscure patch of the U.S. spy world, is in the midst of one of the most important missions in its history. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38Sk5jc

Despite coronavirus fears, it's business as usual for gay cruise

Atlantis travel company is continuing its cruise service amid public health warnings over COVID-19, and some passengers say they’re unable to get a refund. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Wn9muL

'People have been trying to underplay this': Why the coronavirus is different from the flu

"We have much more capability and expertise to treat and prevent the flu that we don't yet have with coronavirus." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39R4npP

'Too strict': Italians adjust to new reality under coronavirus lockdown

“The fine now can happen if you're going anywhere without any reason, so at the moment it’s like a curfew,” an Italian chef told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cTxGdv

Behind Trump's coronavirus shift

Administration officials, increasingly concerned about the president's messaging and response to the coronavirus, staged a West Wing intervention Monday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cZhjMv

From disaster bunkers to dried food, survival supply sales are spiking

One survival store said sales of emergency supplies such as emergency food bars, water pouches, and water purification tablets have soared as much as 1,700 percent in the past three months. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cZ9s1q

Separate the sick from the healthy: Why social distancing works

Giving people "breathing room" is one of the best ways to slow the spread of the coronavirus, experts say. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TNwEIa

Tom Hanks offers update from isolation: Taking it one day at a time

"There are things we can all do to get through this by following the advice of experts and taking care of ourselves and each other, no?" the actor says from isolation in Australia. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QczPXZ

Trump condemns CDC for lack of coronavirus testing, blames Obama

The president called the past administration's response to the swine flu, H1N1, pandemic a "full-scale disaster." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TZf4A0

How Chinese-language media in U.S. are debunking WeChat coronavirus misinformation

The coronavirus has offered ample fodder for WeChat stories that stoke fear among Chinese American immigrants, many of whom rely on the app for information. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38QLYbi

Think it doesn't matter if you catch coronavirus? This chart will change your mind.

The phrase refers to a so-called epidemic curve that is commonly used to visualize why public and individual efforts to contain the spread of the virus are crucial. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cZ9rKU

Bill Gates stepping down from Microsoft board

Gates stressed that the move "in no way means stepping away from the company." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39KOnpn

Ice loss in Antarctica and Greenland increased sixfold in the last 30 years

The rapid ice loss puts the world on track for the "worst case" climate scenario. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39Lh05M

The U.S. is now investigating Chinese telecom giant ZTE for alleged bribery

ZTE pleaded guilty three years ago to violating U.S. sanctions against Iran and North Korea and just ended its probation period. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2IMjPru

Coronavirus conspiracy video spreads on Instagram among black celebrities

Instagram and Facebook have made a concentrated effort to rid their platforms of false information, but some conspiracy theories have proven hard to stop. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38NPZ0l

Ruling protecting Cambodian refugees might benefit others, lawyers say

A federal court ruling could have broader implications for other groups facing final orders of removal, one expert says. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QtYBmD

In 'Bloodshot,' Eiza González proves women are 'more than just their good looks'

After crossing over from Mexican telenovelas to Hollywood, Eiza González is ready to break stereotypes about women, starring in "Bloodshot" alongside Vin Diesel. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33fhApY

Europe now 'the epicenter of the pandemic,' WHO says

Europe has "more reported cases and deaths than the rest of the world combined, apart from China," the World Health Organization said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cZqdt5

Dow falls 10 percent in brutal day for markets

It is the worst day for the Dow since the 1987 crash. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wUXEwI

Biden, Sanders take aim at Trump over coronavirus: 'Incompetence and recklessness'

Biden and Bernie Sanders delivered pointed, somber speeches on the crisis as markets continued to dive and the administration's response came under criticism. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2U05IE9

Chart: See the day-by-day size of the coronavirus outbreak

As the situation in China stabilizes, track the number of new cases around the rest of the world. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2W5sWvf

The twisted politics of Washington's coronavirus response

Analysis: House Democrats and Trump lieutenants are battling Republican lawmakers in a high-stakes fight over aid to battle pandemic and economic calamity. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/33irfwa

Our post-touch society takes the human out of human interaction

It might be better to forgo handshakes than make ourselves more vulnerable during a pandemic, but we should be aware of the importance of what we're giving up. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QaQYRI

Major League Baseball to suspend spring training, delay regular season over coronavirus

MLB announced Thursday that it will delay the start of the regular season, originally scheduled for March 26, by at least two weeks. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wU7iiQ

Gov. Cuomo bans gatherings of more than 500 people in New York state

Cuomo said that they would not allow public gatherings of more than 500 people and would reduce the occupancy of venues of fewer than 500 by 50 percent. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2W8BfGt

NCAA cancels March Madness tournaments, all other winter and spring championships

The move comes after most of the NCAA’s conferences suspended their postseason tournaments. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2IGBTD8

E.U. blasts Trump's coronavirus travel ban as it unleashes chaos and confusion

"The European Union disapproves of the fact that the U.S. decision to impose a travel ban was taken unilaterally and without consultation," the E.U. said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39KtnPG

'Everyone's losing': College campus closures a stark reality for students

“I'd take Corona over listening to my mom nag at me every day for a month," one student said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3aP3TAx

Coronavirus could 'wreak havoc' on U.S. jails, experts warn

"People are freaking out about it, and we don't have the resources," said an official of the union that represents federal prison workers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38SaiKc

Many private labs want to do coronavirus tests. But they're facing obstacles and delays.

"I could have tested over 1,000 patients by now instead of checking boxes," said the director of a North Carolina lab. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vmSw40

Deserted markets, masked residents: Italy deepens lockdown as coronavirus spreads

The Italian capital’s famed Spanish Steps stood empty Thursday morning, with only a few passers-by on the plaza below. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TMa3vD

Coronavirus has Italy on lockdown. Is that what the rest of us have to look forward to?

"One way to look at it, which is obviously a bit concerning, is that Italy is merely ahead of the curve," one expert said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TMa1E1

American on lockdown in Italy: 'It's surreal. It's dystopian.'

"The only way to stop this virus is to limit contagion," Cristina Higgins, who urged people to heed warnings about the virus in a widely shared Facebook post, told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2W87Oo7

Tom Hanks, Rita Wilson test positive for coronavirus

The actor said in an Instagram post that while in Australia, he and his wife had cold-like symptoms and were tested to be safe. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39NtGZY

NBA suspends all games as coronavirus spreads

The league said it will use the hiatus to determine next steps after a player for the Utah Jazz preliminarily tested positive for the disease caused by the new coronavirus.. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cOACIh

Think it doesn't matter if you catch coronavirus? This chart will change your mind.

The phrase refers to a so-called epidemic curve that is commonly used to visualize why public and individual efforts to contain the spread of the virus are crucial. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3aRQnfH

6 healthy whole grains to try tonight

Whole grains can star in a casserole or grain salad, be served up as a side dish, and bolster all kinds of recipes from meatloaves to fritters. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2WaZ5RV

Staying in due to the coronavirus? Here's what to stock in your fridge and pantry

To stay healthy, it's important to stock up on foods that pack a nutritional punch. Here's what to add to your shopping list. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TKXdh7

Wisconsin man who plowed truck into Girl Scout troop, killing 4, gets 54 years in prison

"You know it's been called a tragedy — that doesn't seem to be enough," said the judge who handed down 22-year-old Colten Treu's sentence. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2W9eCle

'This is unacceptable': New York City mayor denounces coronavirus discrimination

“Right now, we've seen particularly troubling instances of discrimination directed at Asian communities, particularly in Chinese community,” de Blasio said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2wRHMLn

Why did the Federal Reserve inject half a trillion dollars into the financial system?

“The declines in the stock market are big enough and deep enough that people are going to start pulling back on spending," said one economist. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3aWXkMF

American on lockdown in Italy: 'It's surreal. It's dystopian.'

"The only way to stop this virus is to limit contagion," Cristina Higgins, who urged people to heed warnings about the virus in a widely shared Facebook post, told NBC News. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2W0VpSW

Travelers are learning the hard way that their insurance doesn't cover a pandemic

"What's the purpose of even purchasing the insurance?"” asked one traveler whose trip wasn't covered, despite the global pandemic. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TI9Cmd

Stop buying masks you don't know how to use

Bottom line: Wash your hands. Stop touching your face. Avoid large crowds if you are high risk. And leave the masks to the health care workers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2vcWIDa

Biden's delicate dance to win over the 'Bernie Brothers'

With the former VP on track for the nomination, unifying Democrats to beat Trump will become Job No. 1. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2IE1AEr

Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 23 years in prison in landmark #MeToo case

Mimi Haley, one of his accusers, said she hoped the sentencing was long enough for the once-powerful Hollywood mogul to acknowledge "what he's done and to be truly sorry." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38HdZCm

Supreme Court allows Trump to return immigrants to Mexico while they await asylum

In a brief, unsigned order, the court said enforcement can go on while the justices decide whether to hear an appeal of lower court rulings that declared the program illegal. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Q9F6PM

Police shooting of 26-year-old man sparks protests in North Carolina

The police chief said rumors online said officers responded to a 911 call about a stolen pizza. Body-cam footage will show the man has a pizza box, "but he also has a gun." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TXmKTj

Remains confirmed to be missing Tennessee toddler Evelyn Boswell

15-month-old Evelyn Boswell was reported missing in February, but hasn't been seen since December. Her mother was charged with making false reports. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3aKF20Q

Billie Eilish pushes back against body shaming with powerful speech

Eilish, a five-time Grammy winner, previously said that she wears baggy clothes to avoid being sexualized. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39EZiAS

'The angels aligned': NASCAR's Ryan Newman on surviving horrific crash

"I got hit from behind by a car going 190 miles per hour," Newman said on "TODAY." "You look at the car afterward and you think what happened right for me to be sitting here." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39JlPwh

Instagram head Adam Mosseri on how Facebook protects Instagram from scrutiny

"We have been able to learn from some of Facebook's mistakes," Mosseri said in an interview on NBC News' Byers Market podcast. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cOXfMB

It's a bird, it's a dinosaur, it's ... really tiny: New species baffles dinosaur experts

The fossil skull of the new species, dubbed Oculudentavis, meaning "eye tooth bird," is just over half an inch long. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39JlI3P

On a faraway planet, it's cloudy with a chance of liquid iron rain

The discovery illustrates the exotic nature of some exoplanets and shows that much remains to be learned about alien worlds. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2W7u1ma

Most purchased products we covered recently

From air fryers and routers to dog harnesses, UV light sanitizers and weighted blankets we covered, these were the top items readers purchased last month. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Q58GGo

Watch Russian aircraft off Alaskan coast intercepted by U.S., Canadian jets

Two Russian reconnaissance aircraft were flying in the Alaskan Air Defense Identification Zone for about four hours. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39KOyRv

Why the Pentagon is buying broken Boeing airplanes to replace aircraft that work

It's scandalous that Boeing was forgiven so many past screw-ups that now the Air Force has to beg it to fix the dysfunctional planes the company's delivering. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2IF76Xw

Russia passes bill that would allow Putin to stay in power past 2024

A nationwide vote on the proposed constitutional amendments is set for April 22. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3aL5wiO

Coronavirus proves nationalism is worse than globalism

History shows that a united show of force from the globe's leading governments could have stopped the panic. But no such demonstration has come. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2xvEKwB

NCAA limits March Madness attendance as coronavirus hits U.S. athletics

The announcement comes after sports teams and leagues around the U.S. have closed games to the public and canceled tournaments as fear grows about the coronavirus. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3aHldHI

People are coming together across U.S. to support local Chinatowns

“It's the love that Chicagoans, and specifically people of color, have for Chinatown,” one Latino organizer said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2IH0RCB

'I don't know when I'll see you again': Coronavirus lockdown separates couple married 58 years

For nearly six decades, Bonnie Polin was rarely apart from her husband. But with nursing homes working to stop the spread of the coronavirus, she's stuck on the outside. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/338qRAe

'Cataclysm for our economy': Latin Americans brace for coronavirus impact

“We’re facing a scenario that I wouldn’t say is catastrophic, but is very delicate, very difficult,” Ecuador's President Lenín Moreno said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38J6OcT

Josie Harris, former girlfriend of Floyd Mayweather, dead at age 40

Harris, with whom the former pro boxer has three children, was found dead at her Southern California home on Tuesday night from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38J6Mlh

Sanders, Biden cancel rallies as coronavirus fears haunt the campaign trail

The Tuesday evening events in Cleveland are the first presidential events to be scrapped due to the outbreak. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2W1mCov

Democrats vote: What the polls show for Biden and Sanders in Michigan, other states

The former vice president has been on the move since winning big on Super Tuesday last week. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TVzJF1

'I don't know when I'll see you again': Coronavirus lockdown separates couple married 58 years

For nearly six decades, Bonnie Polin was rarely apart from her husband. But with nursing homes working to stop the spread of the coronavirus, she's stuck on the outside. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TQKHf0

Coronavirus is closing more schools. What happens to students who depend on school lunches?

"There are some students whose food at school is the one or two meals they're getting that day. This situation is really highlighting how critical school meals are," one official said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38C8EvT

Trump proposes eliminating payroll tax through the end of the year

The president's preferred timeline would ensure that the tax cut lasts through the entirety of his re-election campaign. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3aE8NAm

Why the Pentagon is buying broken Boeing airplanes to replace aircraft that work

It's scandalous that Boeing was forgiven so many past screw-ups that now the Air Force has to beg it to fix the dysfunctional planes the company's delivering. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2TTjw3f

InfoWars host Alex Jones charged with a DWI in Texas

Jones, the personality behind the internet empire known for pushing conspiracy theories, was released on a $3,000 recognizance bond. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39HN22x

Body found had 'exact clothing' of missing toddler, police say

The 15-month-old's body was found on property belonging to relatives of her 18-year-old mother, who is in police custody. Other clothing, diapers and toys were also found on the property. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cN4y7A

Mother threw 11-year-old son off balcony, police say

The mother had gone into the child's bedroom and dragged him out of his bunk bed, police said. He was badly injured from the fall off a fourth-floor balcony. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2IEhDCq

Democratic trifecta sparks a revolution for LGBTQ Virginians

For the first time in decades, Democrats control the governorship and both houses of the Virginia Legislature. LGBTQ bills died before; now they fly through committee and into law. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2W4go7g

Floods and fires show 'time is fast running out' to address climate change

“Climate change is the defining challenge of our time,” United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said in a statement. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39F5WXL

What happens after 'Bachelor' cameras turn off? A reality TV psychologist explains

A series of mental health crises involving reality TV casts in the U.S. and the U.K. has many questioning what types of assistance are available across the industry. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2veJUMI