Surge in virus threatens to reverse global economic rebounds

The resurgence of coronavirus cases engulfing the United States and Europe is imperiling economic recoveries on both sides of the Atlantic.

Can a fitness watch help spot COVID early?

In May, FitBit conducted a study of more than 187,000 FitBit users to look at the potential for early illness detection.

De Blasio: NYC COVID rate is ‘worrisome’

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio called the city’s latest COVID-19 numbers “worrisome” in a briefing on Thursday.

Outdoor dining bubbles aren't as safe as you'd think, doctors say

'The reality is that outdoor dining bubbles are not safer than indoor dining, and may actually increase your risk of contracting Covid-19'

Harvard study: Flying poses lower COVID-19 risk than grocery shopping with proper safety measures

Harvard researchers found that proper safety precautions taken collectively can reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission on a plane to below that of other routine activities during the pandemic.

Study links mask use to fewer COVID-19 hospitalizations

Researchers from Vanderbilt University in Tennessee found evidence to reinforce what scientists have been saying for months: Masks help stop the spread of COVID-19.

'Second wave is coming now,' says Murphy during COVID briefing

Gov. Phil Murphy had a dire warning for New Jerseyans Thursday: the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic is coming in now.

NYC's last chess parlor holds out amid pandemic

The pandemic forced many businesses in New York to close. Chess Forum is the city's last chess parlor.

American unemployment claims fall to 751,000; coronavirus resurges

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits fell last week to 751,000, the lowest since March but a figure that remains historically high and indicates the viral pandemic is still forcing many employers to cut jobs.

Fun and COVID-safe ways to celebrate Halloween 2020

This year, despite the fear of coronavirus transmission, you can still enjoy a fun and COVID-safe Halloween celebration.

New COVID requirements in place for NJ businesses

Gov. Phil Murphy has announced new COVID requirements for New Jersey businesses in an effort to reduce the spread of the coronavirus.

MLB launches investigation after Justin Turner 'disregards' protocols following COVID-19 diagnosis

Los Angeles Dodgers star Justin Turner celebrated his World Series victory with his team Tuesday night, without a mask, despite learning before the eighth inning that he was COVID-19 positive.

COVID hospitalizations surpass 1,000 in New Jersey

The number of hospitalizations in New Jersey related to the coronavirus pandemic has surpassed 1,000, for the first time in nearly four months.

New York proposes rules for hemp-derived CBD products

New York's proposed regulations require laboratory testing and labeling to ensure consumers are getting what they pay for, without harmful contaminants.

France under national lockdown as COVID deaths spike

President Emmanuel Macron has ordered France into a new month-long, nationwide lockdown. Schools and some workplaces will stay open. 

Walt Disney World lays off 720 performers because of COVID-19

The performer layoffs come weeks after The Walt Disney Co. announced it was eliminating 28,000 jobs in its parks division in California and Florida.