Coronavirus FAQs: What's 'Flattening The Curve'? Should I Travel?
Should you take that trip? How long does the virus last on surfaces? And what does it mean to "flatten the curve?"
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Not Employees: Gig Workers Like Uber Drivers Aren't Eligible For Sick Leave
The outbreak is creating uncertainty for Uber drivers and other gig workers, who face difficult choices about whether to work or stay home and lose their livelihoods.
Prisons And Jails Worry About Becoming Coronavirus 'Incubators'
Inmates and guards don't have the option of staying home during a coronavirus outbreak, so detention centers risk becoming "incubators" for the disease. Some are scrambling to mitigate the risk.
Mars Rover Launch Delayed Until 2022 Over Software Tests And Coronavirus
The European Space Agency and Russia's Roscosmos planned for a July launch for the ExoMars. They said "the epidemiological situation in Europe" factored into the delay.
Churches Grapple With Whether To Suspend Worship Services
The decision of whether to cancel worship services depends on health considerations, government orders, and maybe even political leanings. Smaller churches face bigger problems.
Louisiana Postpones Presidential Primary Over Coronavirus Fears
Louisiana is pushing back its presidential primary, from April 4 to June 20. It's the first state to postpone elections over coronavirus risks.
South Korea's Drive-Through Testing For Coronavirus Is Fast — And Free
Doctors estimate they can do 10 tests an hour — double the number in an indoor clinic.
Rural Towns Insulated From Coronavirus Now May Take A Harder Hit Later
The coronavirus will likely take longer to reach remote rural communities but may be more devastating. Though there may not be public transit or big crowds, rural areas are vulnerable in other ways.
Something's Wrong: Stock Sell-Off Exposes Weak Links In Financial System
The worry is that bankers, traders and big funds might suddenly find themselves out of cash. Such a scenario could create an ugly spiral throughout the economy.
Head Of U.S. Soccer Resigns Amid Pay Dispute With Women's National Team
The resignation of Carlos Cordeiro, who served for two years as the president of the governing body, is effective immediately. He is replaced by the federation's vice president, Cindy Parlow Cone.