Syria Is Overwhelmed By Coronavirus As Govt Conceals Outbreak, Health Worker Says
Medical workers in and outside the country say there's a lack of medicine and tests.
Global Health
Twin Rulings By Federal Judge Block 'Public Charge' Rules For Immigrants
The judge cites the coronavirus pandemic in blocking the Trump administration's attempt to widen the criteria for what makes an immigrant a "public charge."
What 6 Of The 7 Countries With The Most COVID-19 Cases Have In Common
They're up-and-coming nations. They're regional political powers. And they're especially vulnerable to the impact of the pandemic.
'If Coronavirus Doesn't Kill Me, Hunger Will': Mexico's Poor Bear Brunt Of Pandemic
Low earners have been doubly hit: They make up the highest share of virus-related deaths and lack the funds to stay afloat as the pandemic plunges Mexico deeper into recession.
Germany's Economy Suffers Biggest Quarterly Drop On Record
The decline in economic output from March through June was worse than economists expected. Still, the downturn has not inflicted large job losses for Europe's biggest economy.
Unable To Travel To Mecca, Muslim Community Holds Drive-Thru Hajj
Religiously speaking, it was not a substitute for the real pilgrimage, which all Muslims must try to make in their lifetime. But it inspired many to go once it's possible again.
Empty Stands, No Spitting: The New Rules Of Baseball During The Pandemic
About half of the Miami Marlins' roster has tested positive for COVID. ESPN baseball analyst Tim Kurkjian explains the challenges Major League Baseball faces as play resumes amid the pandemic.
Why The Novel Coronavirus Has The Power To Launch A Pandemic
Many viruses have pandemic potential but never reach the tipping point. So what made this one capable of wreaking global havoc?
Pandemic Is Overwhelming U.S. Public Health Capacity In Many States. What Now?
With the coronavirus spreading out of control in many parts of the U.S., some experts say the strategy of testing and tracing can't contain the pandemic until lockdowns bring case numbers down.
German And U.K. Officials Warn Of A Possible New COVID-19 Wave In Europe
"I'm afraid you are starting to see, in some places, the signs of a second wave of the pandemic" in Europe, says British Prime Minister Boris Johnson.