UK judge rules comatose woman with COVID-19 should be removed from life support weeks after giving birth
A woman who has reportedly been in a coma for nearly a month after contracting COVID-19 will reportedly be taken off life support after the Court of Protection in the United Kingdom ruled not doing so would just “prolong her death.”
A woman who has reportedly been in a coma for nearly a month after contracting COVID-19 will reportedly be taken off life support after the Court of Protection in the United Kingdom ruled not doing so would just “prolong her death.”
NY eviction moratorium ends but cases could drag on for months
Tenant advocates are scrambling to convince any tenant facing eviction to fill out a hardship declaration form.
Tenant advocates are scrambling to convince any tenant facing eviction to fill out a hardship declaration form.
‘The virus is not done with us’: CDC director says new variants of COVID-19 could stall progress in US
The director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stressed Friday that the trajectory of the pandemic is still concerning, as emerging variants of COVID-19 could be stalling progress in beating the virus back.
The director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention stressed Friday that the trajectory of the pandemic is still concerning, as emerging variants of COVID-19 could be stalling progress in beating the virus back.
New NY nursing home visitation rules still keeping visitors out
If anyone in a nursing home, staff or resident, tests positive for COVID-19, the facility cannot allow any visitors for 14 days.
If anyone in a nursing home, staff or resident, tests positive for COVID-19, the facility cannot allow any visitors for 14 days.
NYC indoor dining capacity increased, hotel workers now eligible for vaccine
Restaurants will now be allowed to admit more patrons and staff at a 35 percent capacity limit.
Restaurants will now be allowed to admit more patrons and staff at a 35 percent capacity limit.
Johnson & Johnson's single-shot COVID-19 vaccine endorsed by FDA expert panel
U.S. health advisers endorsed a one-dose COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson on Friday, putting the nation on the cusp of adding an easier-to-use option to fight the pandemic.
U.S. health advisers endorsed a one-dose COVID-19 vaccine from Johnson & Johnson on Friday, putting the nation on the cusp of adding an easier-to-use option to fight the pandemic.
Some families could receive up to $14,000 in Democrats' stimulus bill
Some American families could receive as much as $14,000 from the Democrats' new stimulus bill. See if you qualify, here:
Some American families could receive as much as $14,000 from the Democrats' new stimulus bill. See if you qualify, here:
'COVID bandit' strikes again: Customer gives $200 to each worker at Colorado diner
A person using the alias “COVID bandit” handed all 34 employees $200, spending a total of $6,400.
A person using the alias “COVID bandit” handed all 34 employees $200, spending a total of $6,400.
NYC variant is a concern but doesn't change response, officials say
New York City officials say the discovery of a new COVID variant is understandably a cause for concern but changes nothing: New Yorkers need to follow pandemic protocols and get vaccinated.
New York City officials say the discovery of a new COVID variant is understandably a cause for concern but changes nothing: New Yorkers need to follow pandemic protocols and get vaccinated.
Study: Infectious coronavirus particles can survive on clothing for up to 3 days
Researchers at a public university in England studied cloth typically used for uniforms in a hospital setting and found that coronavirus particles survived on the items for up to three days, and standard washing machines don’t effectively remove the virus from fabrics.
Researchers at a public university in England studied cloth typically used for uniforms in a hospital setting and found that coronavirus particles survived on the items for up to three days, and standard washing machines don’t effectively remove the virus from fabrics.
‘They’ve lost everything’: 4 dogs who lost both owners to COVID-19 need new home
Four dogs are looking for new homes after their owners died due to COVID-19.
Four dogs are looking for new homes after their owners died due to COVID-19.
Jewish families adapt Purim celebrations amid pandemic
This year, Jewish families are gathering on video calls to celebrate one of the most joyous holidays in the faith.
This year, Jewish families are gathering on video calls to celebrate one of the most joyous holidays in the faith.
‘You’re not alone’: 2 women in 30s who lost husbands to COVID-19 start Facebook support group
Kristina Scorpo and Pamela Addison were complete strangers, but formed a bond under heartbreaking circumstances: They both lost their husbands to the coronavirus in 2020.
Kristina Scorpo and Pamela Addison were complete strangers, but formed a bond under heartbreaking circumstances: They both lost their husbands to the coronavirus in 2020.
Mishap leaves Long Island vaccine recipients in limbo
At least 80 New Yorkers are being asked to get their first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine again after the shots were stored at the wrong temperature.
At least 80 New Yorkers are being asked to get their first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine again after the shots were stored at the wrong temperature.
Gun Hill Brewing's new batch of Bronx beer benefits Broadway
Broadway theaters and other venues for live entertainment have been shuttered for almost a year. A brewery in the Bronx is helping raise money for artists with a special beer.
Broadway theaters and other venues for live entertainment have been shuttered for almost a year. A brewery in the Bronx is helping raise money for artists with a special beer.
California, New York coronavirus variants: Researchers tracking spread of new strains
Two different coronavirus variants have been detected by scientists in California and New York City, researchers say. Here’s what we know about each new strain.
Two different coronavirus variants have been detected by scientists in California and New York City, researchers say. Here’s what we know about each new strain.
Biden marks 50 million COVID-19 vaccine doses in first 5 weeks in office
President Joe Biden marked the administration of the 50 millionth dose of COVID-19 vaccine since his swearing-in.
President Joe Biden marked the administration of the 50 millionth dose of COVID-19 vaccine since his swearing-in.
NYC middle schools reopen for first time since November
Students receiving in-person instruction are required to wear face coverings at all times, maintain distance from others and submit to random COVID-19 testing.
Students receiving in-person instruction are required to wear face coverings at all times, maintain distance from others and submit to random COVID-19 testing.
Keeping kids physically active and safe during a pandemic
Millions of children in the U.S. don't get enough nutritious foods or exercise. And the pandemic has made things harder. But keeping kids active and safe is possible.
Millions of children in the U.S. don't get enough nutritious foods or exercise. And the pandemic has made things harder. But keeping kids active and safe is possible.
New Jersey attracts NYC renters seeking space and urban living
New Jersey's urban communities are drawing renters fleeing New York City. These younger professionals are attracted by more affordable rents on spacious apartments with a lot of amenities while still being part of an urban lifestyle.
New Jersey's urban communities are drawing renters fleeing New York City. These younger professionals are attracted by more affordable rents on spacious apartments with a lot of amenities while still being part of an urban lifestyle.