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Hurricane Helene is downgraded to a tropical storm but it will still cause problems
by Leila Fadel
The eye of Helene crashed into Florida's Big Bend region as a major hurricane. It brought punishing winds, a worrying storm surge and concern for those far inland as the storm moves north.
News Brief: A Roundup Of The Latest Coronavirus Stories
President Trump signs emergency aid package. Two members of Congress test positive for COVID-19. Sen. Richard Burr's coronavirus comments raise eyebrows. And, Trump takes action at U.S. borders.
Iran Releases 85,000 Prisoners But Not Siamak Namazi
Iran has released tens of thousands of prisoners because of the coronavirus outbreak. NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Babak Namazi, whose brother is still detained.
Restrictive Measures To Stop COVID-19 Are Not All Mandatory
by Greg Myre
City by city, state by state, restrictive measures to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus are increasing by the hour. So what's voluntary and what's mandatory? And how will all this be enforced?
EU Locks Down Borders To Try To Slow Spread Of COVID-19
by Rob Schmitz
The European Union is closing its external borders for 30 days to slow the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Movement within EU member nations will still be allowed.
Why The U.K. Decided To Keep Schools Open Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
by Frank Langfitt
The British government wants to keep schools open so health workers don't have to stay home to look after their kids, but some teachers say that's putting them and their pupils at risk.
Coronavirus Testing Begins To Ramp Up Across The Country
by Rob Stein
Coronavirus testing is still woefully inadequate across the U.S. Some experts worry about some of the steps the Trump administration is taking in the rush to make up for the slow start in testing.
States Need Bold Action Against Coronavirus, Michigan Governor Says
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer about her state's response to the coronavirus pandemic. Whitmer, a Democrat, has been critical of the Trump administration's response.
For People With Compromised Immune Systems, COVID-19 Is Serious
Rachel Martin talks to Suzan Norton and her son Michael about coronavirus worries due to his medical condition. His use of a ventilator puts him at high risk if he contracts the disease.
COVID-19 Closes Boston Bars. Irish Singer Performs From His Porch
by Sean Corcoran
A journalist at member station WGBH in Boston, who moonlights as a pub singer, took to his porch Tuesday night to sing since many Massachusetts pubs have been closed because of COVID-19.
Amid Coronavirus Outbreak, Restaurant Industry Braces For Losses
Before restaurants closed in Ohio, an anonymous donor tipped $2,500 on a $30 bill at Coaches Bar and Grill in Columbus. In Houston, a $9,400 tip was left for the wait staff at Irma's Southwest Grill.
'Cats' Bombed At The Box Office But Now It Receives Some Accolades
The musical has earned several Golden Raspberry Awards for being the best, of the worst, in cinema. The awards include worst picture, worst supporting actress and supporting actor, and worst director.
Coronavirus Closes Schools. It's Unclear When Students Will Return
by Cory Turner
With schools shut down in the majority of states, school leaders are scrambling to plan for the future. They, along with parents, are asking an important question: When can schools re-open?