China, Korea, Egypt report rise in COVID-19 cases as curbs ease

China reported its highest daily total of new coronavirus cases in two months on Sunday and infections in South Korea also rose, showing how the disease can come back as curbs on business and travel are lifted.  

Fans savor return of stadium sport in virus-free New Zealand

New Zealand has become one of the first nations in the world to welcome hordes of fans back into a packed sports stadium thanks to the nation’s remarkable success in eliminating the coronavirus.

Deaths, hospitalizations down as more of NY primes to reopen

Gov. Andrew Cuomo says New York recorded its lowest one-day coronavirus death toll and hospitalization total since the early days of the crisis in March.

Tenants behind on rent in pandemic face harassment, eviction

The coronavirus pandemic has shut housing courts and prompted most states and federal authorities to initiate policies protecting renters from eviction. But not everyone is covered and a number of landlords -- some desperate to pay their mortgages themselves -- are turning to threats and harassment to force tenants out.

Gov. Cuomo gives coronavirus update for June 13
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New York Governor Andrew Cuomo discusses the George Floyd protests, police reform and reopening the state at his daily press conference.

MTA expands program using UV light to disinfect subway cars

The MTA has expanded a pilot program that uses ultraviolet light to disinfect subway cars from bacteria and viruses like COVID-19.

Long Island restaurants hoping for busy weekend
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With Long Island finally having entered Phase Two of reopening, the region's restaurants are hoping for a busy weekend of outdoor dining as several days of gorgeous weather are ahead.

MTA uses germ-killing UV lamps to combat spread of COVID-19
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The MTA has expanded a pilot program that uses ultraviolet light to disinfect subway cars from bacteria and viruses like COVID-19.

Staten Island lawmakers urge De Blasio to reopen outdoor exercise centers

Lawmakers on Staten Island are urging Mayor Bill de Blasio to allow outdoor exercise centers like tennis courts and golf courses to open.

No overnight summer camps in NY over virus concerns

New York state's health commissioner says overnight summer camps will not be allowed to operate over coronavirus concerns.

Dr. Anthony Fauci on reopening safely and COVID-19 vaccines
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FOX 5 NY spoke with Dr. Anthony Fauci about when we might see a vaccine for COVID-19, the risks of reopening and protesting during the pandemic, and more.

NYC making its streets more bike-friendly
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New York City has seen a tremendous uptick in cyclists since the coronavirus pandemic began. Officials have noticed, and are initiating its Open Streets Program which aims to convert 100 of the 8,000 city miles cars get into streets shared with pedestrians and cyclists.

Some states hit pause, others press on amid spike in coronavirus

Utah and Oregon put any further reopenings of their economies on hold amid a spike in coronavirus cases, but there was no turning back Friday in such states as Texas, California, Arkansas and Arizona despite flashing warning signs there, too.

Band-Aid adds line of bandage colors to represent different skin tones

In response to the ongoing protests that have erupted in response to systemic racism in America, Band-Aid has announced additions to its product line by offering colors that match different skin tone in order to “embrace the beauty of diverse skin.” 

Tick-borne disease with symptoms similar to COVID-19 on the rise in New York state

Some of the symptoms can include fever, headache, chills and muscle aches — which are also similar signs of the novel coronavirus as listed by the CDC.

Atlantic City OKs booze on the Boardwalk to boost crowds

Many folks could use a drink about now, and for the first time they can enjoy it while strolling the Atlantic City Boardwalk.

A second coronavirus stimulus check may be coming. Here's how much money you could get

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin suggested the Trump administration was considering sending Americans another round of stimulus checks to offset the financial pain caused by the coronavirus pandemic and the related economic lockdown.