NY reports over 8,000 new coronavirus cases
The number of positive coronavirus cases is continuing to increase in New York, as over 8,000 positive cases were reported on Thursday.
The number of positive coronavirus cases is continuing to increase in New York, as over 8,000 positive cases were reported on Thursday.
US surpasses 13M COVID-19 cases, 90K hospitalizations for 1st time
The U.S. leads the world in the number of confirmed infections as the country continues to see a record number of new daily cases, hospitalizations and deaths. The news also comes as medical centers warn they are running out of beds and hospital capacity.
The U.S. leads the world in the number of confirmed infections as the country continues to see a record number of new daily cases, hospitalizations and deaths. The news also comes as medical centers warn they are running out of beds and hospital capacity.
Brooklyn bishop hails ruling, says diocese in line with pope
Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio praised the Supreme Court's decision.
Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio praised the Supreme Court's decision.
Real Christmas trees provide holiday comfort for many amid COVID-19 pandemic
Christmas tree growers who have faced increased interest in artificial trees in recent years say demand for real, fresh-cut evergreens is strong this season.
Christmas tree growers who have faced increased interest in artificial trees in recent years say demand for real, fresh-cut evergreens is strong this season.
United Airlines flying Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
United Airlines Holdings Inc., reportedly began operating charter flights on Friday to better position Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for distribution once the shot is approved by the Food and Drug Administration.
United Airlines Holdings Inc., reportedly began operating charter flights on Friday to better position Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for distribution once the shot is approved by the Food and Drug Administration.
US sees 28% increase in COVID-19 cases among children in just 2 weeks, report finds
According to the report from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children’s Hospital Association, 1.2 million children had tested positive for COVID-19 since the onset of the pandemic, as of Nov. 19.
According to the report from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Children’s Hospital Association, 1.2 million children had tested positive for COVID-19 since the onset of the pandemic, as of Nov. 19.
Basketball tournament linked to dozens of COVID-19 cases
A basketball tournament in Placer County has been connected to more than 30 COVID-19 cases.
A basketball tournament in Placer County has been connected to more than 30 COVID-19 cases.
Practice canceled for LA Rams after 2 positive COVID-19 tests within organization
Friday's practice was canceled for the Los Angeles Rams "out of an abundance of caution" after two members of the organization tested positive for the coronavirus, the team announced.
Friday's practice was canceled for the Los Angeles Rams "out of an abundance of caution" after two members of the organization tested positive for the coronavirus, the team announced.
Hospitals brace for winter COVID-19 surge as world awaits vaccine
AstraZeneca's announcement of a major discrepancy in its large-scale clinical trials could delay the approval of its vaccine candidate.
AstraZeneca's announcement of a major discrepancy in its large-scale clinical trials could delay the approval of its vaccine candidate.
Absent new stimulus, wealthy pay off credit cards, while others dive deeper into debt
Credit cards reveal yet another example of the “K-shaped recovery” wherein high earners are recuperating, or even increasing their wealth during the economic downturn, and lower income earners are flailing.
Credit cards reveal yet another example of the “K-shaped recovery” wherein high earners are recuperating, or even increasing their wealth during the economic downturn, and lower income earners are flailing.
TSA on Wednesday screened the highest number of travelers in one day since the pandemic began
While the overall number of travelers is still down, the TSA still reported a massive spike in the number of people passing through airports.
While the overall number of travelers is still down, the TSA still reported a massive spike in the number of people passing through airports.
How Black Friday and holiday shopping have changed for 2020
In normal times, Black Friday is the busiest shopping day of the year, drawing millions of shoppers eager to get started on their holiday spending. But these are not normal times.
In normal times, Black Friday is the busiest shopping day of the year, drawing millions of shoppers eager to get started on their holiday spending. But these are not normal times.
US economy sprints toward normal in 2021 but with coronavirus scars
With the help of COVID-19 vaccines and, possibly, more government relief, the U.S. economy may return to normal by the second half of next year.
With the help of COVID-19 vaccines and, possibly, more government relief, the U.S. economy may return to normal by the second half of next year.
Thailand, Philippines sign for AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine
Thailand on Friday signed a $200 million deal to procure 26 million doses of a trial coronavirus vaccine developed by pharmaceutical firm AstraZeneca in collaboration with Oxford University. It is expected to be delivered in mid-2021.
Thailand on Friday signed a $200 million deal to procure 26 million doses of a trial coronavirus vaccine developed by pharmaceutical firm AstraZeneca in collaboration with Oxford University. It is expected to be delivered in mid-2021.
Supreme Court blocks New York's pandemic limits on houses of worship
In a 5-4 vote, the high court barred New York from enforcing certain attendance limits at houses of worship in so-called COVID-19 hot spots.
In a 5-4 vote, the high court barred New York from enforcing certain attendance limits at houses of worship in so-called COVID-19 hot spots.
Cuomo: Winter virus plan will factor in hospitalizations, ICU beds
New York will continue using the approach of micro clusters to hone in on small geographic areas where virus cases are a particular problem.
New York will continue using the approach of micro clusters to hone in on small geographic areas where virus cases are a particular problem.
New model projects US COVID-19 cases could double in 2 months
A new model from a study conducted by Washington University in St. Louis projects that if the U.S. continues handling the pandemic as it has, cases could double in just two months.
A new model from a study conducted by Washington University in St. Louis projects that if the U.S. continues handling the pandemic as it has, cases could double in just two months.
Millions of Americans face eviction at year's end as coronavirus cases surge
More than 5.8M adults say they are somewhat to very likely to face eviction or foreclosure.
More than 5.8M adults say they are somewhat to very likely to face eviction or foreclosure.
Report: Washington liquor agents confronted after bar refuses to follow COVID-19 restrictions
A standoff is intensifying between Washington state and a Tri-Cities bar that refuses to follow COVID-19 restrictions.
A standoff is intensifying between Washington state and a Tri-Cities bar that refuses to follow COVID-19 restrictions.
Time's Person of the Year nominees include politicians, celebrities -- and medical workers
Politicians, celebrities and medical workers are among the newsmakers nominated for Time magazine's 2020 Person of the Year, the magazine announced.
Politicians, celebrities and medical workers are among the newsmakers nominated for Time magazine's 2020 Person of the Year, the magazine announced.