Study: 8 million more Americans have fallen into poverty
A study conducted by Columbia University says that more than 8 million Americans have fallen into poverty.
A study conducted by Columbia University says that more than 8 million Americans have fallen into poverty.
Religious groups push back on COVID restrictions in NYC
Critics of New York City's latest COVID crackdown protested Thursday, calling the measures unfair to the Jewish community.
Critics of New York City's latest COVID crackdown protested Thursday, calling the measures unfair to the Jewish community.
What you need to know to navigate Medicare open enrollment
Seniors across the nation have the chance to enroll or change their Medicare coverage for 2021, but with the process moving online, it may be more challenging this year.
Seniors across the nation have the chance to enroll or change their Medicare coverage for 2021, but with the process moving online, it may be more challenging this year.
Former NJ Gov. Chris Christie says he was wrong not to wear mask at White House
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie said Thursday that he was wrong not to wear a mask at the White House after he and President Donald Trump both came down with the coronavirus.
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie said Thursday that he was wrong not to wear a mask at the White House after he and President Donald Trump both came down with the coronavirus.
United Airlines-DOD study: Face masks make COVID-19 risk on flights ‘almost non-existent’
United Airlines partnered with the U.S. Department of Defense on a study that suggests that when passengers wear face masks, the risk of exposure to COVID-19 on airplanes becomes negligible — but some experts say that the claim could be misleading.
United Airlines partnered with the U.S. Department of Defense on a study that suggests that when passengers wear face masks, the risk of exposure to COVID-19 on airplanes becomes negligible — but some experts say that the claim could be misleading.
Brigham Young University says students may have sought COVID-19 infection for plasma payout
Brigham Young University-Idaho administrators believe that students aimed to get infected by the coronavirus so that they could get paid for donating plasma that contains COVID-19 antibodies.
Brigham Young University-Idaho administrators believe that students aimed to get infected by the coronavirus so that they could get paid for donating plasma that contains COVID-19 antibodies.
McConnell rejects Trump's push for 'higher' coronavirus stimulus deal
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Thursday rejected a coronavirus relief deal that costs more than $1.8 trillion, hours after President Trump indicated he was "absolutely" willing to raise his spending offer.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Thursday rejected a coronavirus relief deal that costs more than $1.8 trillion, hours after President Trump indicated he was "absolutely" willing to raise his spending offer.
Iran sees worst wave of coronavirus deaths
Iran's capital has run out of intensive care beds as the country confronts a new surge of infections that is filling hospitals and cemeteries alike. The single-day death toll hit a record high three times this week.
Iran's capital has run out of intensive care beds as the country confronts a new surge of infections that is filling hospitals and cemeteries alike. The single-day death toll hit a record high three times this week.
Layoffs remain elevated as 898,000 seek unemployment aid
The government will issue its latest snapshot Thursday of the level of layoffs in the United States, which remain elevated seven months after the viral pandemic erupted and after the expiration of federal unemployment aid for millions of Americans.
The government will issue its latest snapshot Thursday of the level of layoffs in the United States, which remain elevated seven months after the viral pandemic erupted and after the expiration of federal unemployment aid for millions of Americans.
Jagged Little Pill earns 15 Tony nods in pandemic-shortened season
Broadway's coronavirus-shortened season is getting an awards process that reflects this tumultuous year — incomplete, seemingly unfair and filled with loss.
Broadway's coronavirus-shortened season is getting an awards process that reflects this tumultuous year — incomplete, seemingly unfair and filled with loss.
Record daily COVID-19 cases in Germany, Italy deepen worries across Europe
Record daily COVID-19 infection figures in Germany, the Czech Republic, Italy and Poland are adding to fears that Europe is running out of chances to contain the pandemic.
Record daily COVID-19 infection figures in Germany, the Czech Republic, Italy and Poland are adding to fears that Europe is running out of chances to contain the pandemic.
Atlanta Falcons stop in-person work at facility after positive COVID-19 test
The Atlanta Falcons have stopped all-in person work at their practice facility following a new positive coronavirus test.
The Atlanta Falcons have stopped all-in person work at their practice facility following a new positive coronavirus test.
'You may have to bite the bullet': Dr. Fauci cautions against large Thanksgiving gatherings
Dr. Anthony Fauci cautioned the public against having large gatherings for Thanksgiving.
Dr. Anthony Fauci cautioned the public against having large gatherings for Thanksgiving.
How to tell the difference between COVID-19 and fall allergies
Fall means falling leaves, apple cider, and for some people, fall allergies. Here's how you can tell the difference between regular allergies and COVID-19 symptoms.
Fall means falling leaves, apple cider, and for some people, fall allergies. Here's how you can tell the difference between regular allergies and COVID-19 symptoms.
Killers sanitized hands before East Village murder, cops say
The NYPD says it wants to find three murder suspects seen on security camera video sanitizing their hands inside a deli before killing a 26-year-old man in the East Village.
The NYPD says it wants to find three murder suspects seen on security camera video sanitizing their hands inside a deli before killing a 26-year-old man in the East Village.
Fred Dean, 68, fearsome pass rusher in 49ers’ dynasty, dies after coronavirus diagnosis
Dean was an undersized pass rusher who began his career as a second-round pick with the San Diego Chargers in 1975 and ended it in the Hall of Fame after being named an All-Pro twice and making four Pro Bowls.
Dean was an undersized pass rusher who began his career as a second-round pick with the San Diego Chargers in 1975 and ended it in the Hall of Fame after being named an All-Pro twice and making four Pro Bowls.
Coronavirus pandemic sparks 'She-cession' among U.S. women
The coronavirus has sparked a 'she-cession,' as a massive number of women have been forced to leave the workforce.
The coronavirus has sparked a 'she-cession,' as a massive number of women have been forced to leave the workforce.
COVID up at California religious school; leader slams masks
Shasta County officials say 274 recent cases in the county were tied to the Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry.
Shasta County officials say 274 recent cases in the county were tied to the Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry.
Does the flu shot affect my chances of getting coronavirus?
Flu vaccines protect against seasonal influenza, not the coronavirus — but avoiding the flu is especially important this year.
Flu vaccines protect against seasonal influenza, not the coronavirus — but avoiding the flu is especially important this year.
Canadian border may stay closed if US coronavirus cases don’t go down
Canada had previously extended its U.S. border closure for non-essential travel to Oct. 21.
Canada had previously extended its U.S. border closure for non-essential travel to Oct. 21.