With Campuses Closed, Columbia And Pace Students Sue For Refunds
A growing number of colleges are facing legal complaints aimed at their response to the coronavirus pandemic.
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'Living Through A Nightmare': Brazil's Manaus Digs A Mass Grave As Deaths Mount
Cemeteries and hospitals are overwhelmed by a surge in fatalities, most of which are not registered in official COVID-19 statistics because of a lack of testing and bureaucratic delays.
Supermarket Steps Up To Buy From Farmers, Dairies And Donate To Food Banks
Publix doesn't want food to go to waste during the coronavirus pandemic. So it's buying it from farmers and dairies and then will donate it to food banks which are overwhelmed by demand.
Coronavirus Has Infected A Fifth Of New York City, Testing Suggests
Gov. Andrew Cuomo also said Thursday that based on the preliminary results of antibody testing, officials estimate about 2.7 million people across the state — or nearly 14% — have been infected.
Pandemic Shutdown Is Speeding Up The Collapse Of Coal
Coal use has plummeted in part because it's more expensive than natural gas or renewable energy. Mines are shutting down, and some power plants may run out of places to stockpile coal.
Virus Researchers Cast Doubt On Theory Of Coronavirus Lab Accident
The Trump administration is investigating the theory that the virus leaked from a lab. Scientists who work with viruses say that's virtually impossible and point to transmission from an animal.
Harvard And Other Universities Turn Down Relief Funds Amid Swell Of Criticism
President Trump and others criticized "elite, wealthy institutions" for money allocated to them by a federal package.
VIDEO: 6 Tips For Staying Safe While Grocery Shopping
Coronavirus got you nervous about grocery shopping? We talked to scientists for their advice about how to stay safe at the store — and when handling food back home.
A Trombonist Wonders When An Audience Will Gather To Hear Music
David Roode's musical career went abruptly on hold when stay-at-home orders took effect. He predicts that when the crisis passes, people will want to enjoy the experience of attending concerts again.
Pakistan Calls Off Limits On Mosque Attendance In Time For Ramadan
The clampdown on public gatherings was openly defied by clerics and worshippers. Now the government has changed the rules as the holy month is about to begin.