Cardinal Blase Cupich, the Archbishop of Chicago, remembers Pope Francis
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with Cardinal Blase Cupich, the Archbishop of Chicago and a member of the College of Cardinals - the group that will help elect the next pope.
We're Open For Business, Southwest Airlines CEO Gary Kelly Says
NPR's Noel King talks to Gary Kelly, chairman and CEO of Southwest Airlines, about the impact of the coronavirus on his carrier. Kelly says the airline requires workers and passengers to wear masks.
Businesses Liability: When Is It Safe For People To Go Back To Work?
As businesses begin to reopen, some employers want a guarantee they won't face lawsuits, if their workers get sick with COVID-19. Workers also want reassurance that their health will be protected.
U.K. Surpasses Italy To Lead Europe In Recorded Coronavirus Deaths
With more than 32,000 deaths, the United Kingdom has surpassed Italy to lead Europe with the most lives lost to the coronavirus. The U.S. leads the world in the highest number of COVID-19 deaths.
As COVID-19 Restrictions Ease, Restaurants Rethink Their Business Model
A coalition of independent restaurants is calling on Congress for an industry-specific bailout. Chefs and owners are struggling to figure how they can reopen and turn a profit amid a pandemic.
COVID-19 Fears May Be Causing People To Ignore Medical Emergencies
Is fear of the coronavirus causing ER avoidance? Data indicates an alarming drop in cardiovascular emergency cases, and doctors say some patients waited too long and had brain damage or even died.
COVID-19 Task Force To End Soon, Scientist Files Whistleblower Complaint
Vice President Pence says the coronavirus task force will wind down in late May or early June. And, a whistleblower alleges the Trump administration ignored warnings of a pandemic.
Organizers Cancel 40th Annual Ernest Hemingway Look-Alike Contest
The July contest typically attracts a nice crowd. Organizers point out, however, that it's easier to grow a snowy beard if you're on the older side — putting contestants at higher risk for COVID-19.
News Brief: Task Force Transition, Liability Lawsuit Debate, Stimulus Checks
The White House plans to phaseout the coronavirus task force. Congressional Republicans want to shield employers from lawsuits over the coronavirus. And, some stimulus checks went to dead people.
Georgia Suspends In-Person Driving Tests During Pandemic
Reaction to the Georgia governor's executive order waiving the road test requirement for people getting a driver's license — for as long as the public health state of emergency is in effect.
Since Aquarium Closed To The Public, Eels Appear To Be Lonely
Employees at Tokyo's Sumida Aquarium are using video calls to keep the aquarium's eels from getting lonely during quarantine. Two biologists weigh in on the science.