Health & Safety
Experts Believe Holidays Accelerated Pandemic In The U.S.
The pandemic has never been this bad in the U.S. There is not enough data yet to say whether the holidays accelerated the coronavirus surge, but many experts believe that the case.
Washington Nursing Homes Still Waiting For Promised COVID-19 Vaccine Doses
Assisted living facilities and nursing homes in Washington state have not received as many COVID-19 vaccine doses as promised. Frustrated residents and staff are looking for answers.
Trump Administration Urges States To Open COVID-19 Vaccination To Everyone Over 65
The federal government announced several big changes to its vaccine plans, upending earlier guidance about whom to prioritize for the next phase.
Malaysia's Coronavirus Lockdown Is Not A Coup, Prime Minister Says
In his declaration, Malaysia's king suspends the national parliament and state legislatures, delaying the country's general election.
3rd Member Of Congress Tests Positive For Coronavirus, Blames Capitol Attack Lockdown
Rep. Pramila Jayapal says people who refused to wear masks during last week's security lockdown created "a superspreader event ON TOP of a domestic terrorist attack."
Should People Be Compensated For Getting A COVID-19 Vaccine?
With so many people wary of the COVID-19 vaccinations, should the government pay people to get the shots? Some economists and politicians think it might be necessary. Others say it could backfire.
Coronavirus Pandemic Changes Detroit's Water Shut-Off Policy
The $900 billion coronavirus package includes funding for low-income households in need of water assistance. The issue is big in Detroit, where water had been turned off if a customer hadn't paid.
What 1919 Teaches Us About Pent-Up Demand
A hundred years ago, a world war and a pandemic wreaked havoc on baseball and other industries. But pent-up demand helped them come roaring back.
2 Gorillas In California Contract The Coronavirus
Gorillas at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park developed a cough last week. The apes were tested and found to have the virus. It may have come through a human staffer, despite precautions.