Seattle Writer Recovers From COVID-19. 'We Thought It Was Probably Flu'
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Christy Karras, a writer based in Seattle, about her recovery from COVID-19.
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Johnson, Directed Homeland's Ebola Response, Discusses COVID-19 Strategy
NPR's David Greene talks to former Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson about the steps the Trump administration is taking to try to mitigate the damage of the coronavirus.
Some Stock Up On Guns And Ammunition During Coronavirus Crisis
In some states, ammunition and gun sales have soared as the coronavirus pandemic grows. Lines have formed at gun stores as many gun buyers say they want to be ready with protection if there's panic.
'Stay Home,' Californians Are Told By Governor As Coronavirus Spreads
The order is the strongest statewide restriction in the country, but exempts essential travel to grocery stores, pharmacies and gas stations and will rely heavily on social pressure for enforcement.
Walmart Plans Bonuses For Workers, 150,000 New Temporary Hires
The retail giant is also gearing up to pilot drive-through parking-lot coronavirus testing in Chicago over the weekend.
As Hanging Out Gets Difficult, More People Are Turning To Social Video Games
Online video games are proving popular as people look for a way to socialize during this time of social distancing. Some game developers are even changing games' rules to cater to the new reality.
Love In The Time Of COVID-19: Some Pickup Lines To Get You Through The Pandemic
Maybe it's not the way you imagined meeting that special someone. But if they can look passed that N95 mask, gazing into your eyes from a safe distance, who's to say it's not meant to last?
Ideas For Family Diversions For Parents Working From Home
People across the United States chime in on finding ways to keep kids entertained during the coronavirus shutdown.
Supermarkets Add 'Senior Hours' For Vulnerable Shoppers
Target, Safeway and others are restricting their opening hours, limiting purchases per each shopper and setting off time for seniors and other high-risk individuals to shop.
VA Secretary Wilkie: 'We Are The Surge Force'
In an interview with NPR, Secretary for Veterans Affairs Robert Wilkie said the department was ready to deploy if called on to help with the coronavirus pandemic response.