In Germany, Some Shops Will Reopen Next Week, But Social Distancing Continues
The government is also strongly recommending, but not requiring, that face masks are worn on public transit and while shopping.
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Amazon To Temporarily Stop Deliveries In France, Following Court Ruling
A French court ruled Amazon must limit deliveries to essential items while it assesses COVID-19 contagion risk at its facilities. The company decided to suspend all deliveries until April 20.
Retail Spending Just Fell Off A Cliff
Americans are still spending a fair amount on food and online deliveries, but the shutdowns of stores, malls and restaurants led to a record 8.7% sales drop in March.
Getting Back To Normal: Big Tech's Solution Depends On Public Trust
Apple and Google are developing a tool that relies on Bluetooth signals, sent by smartphones, to let people know if they may have been exposed to the coronavirus.
Emirates Airline Begins Conducting Rapid COVID-19 Tests For Boarding Passengers
The testing began with passengers on a flight from Dubai to Tunisia on Wednesday. The airline says it is the first to roll out rapid testing.
Want Relief Money Sooner? Give The IRS Your Bank Account Number
The Treasury has begun sending $1,200 relief payments to people economically affected by the coronavirus. The IRS set up a website for those who haven't already supplied their bank information.
The Rich Really Are Different. They Can Shelter In Nicer Places
The coronavirus strikes both rich and poor people, but waiting out the pandemic is a lot easier if you've got a yacht. Ellen DeGeneres and other stars have been called insensitive about COVID-19.
WHO Sets 6 Conditions For Ending A Coronavirus Lockdown
The easing of shutdowns is a hot topic, as economic output is now stalled in many countries – including the U.S. But ending a shutdown too soon could backfire, the World Health Organization says.
Locals Worry About Coronavirus As Workers Arrive For Pipeline Jobs
Construction started on the Keystone XL pipeline in Montana, with 100-some workers coming in from across the country. Some locals, including tribal nations, worry they will bring COVID-19 with them.
Sweden's Controversial Decision To Not Lock Down The Country
Most of the world's major economies are on lockdown to combat the coronavirus. But the Swedish government has kept the country open — claiming it is better for the economy and for public health.