Experts: Spend time outdoors but take precautions

Going outside has many physical and mental health benefits. Just make sure you take precautions amid the pandemic.

Trader Joe's to update packaging for international foods

The retailer said that while the names "may have been rooted in a lighthearted attempt at inclusiveness, we recognize that it may now have the opposite effect."

Movie shoots resume, zoos reopen as Phase 4 begins in NYC

New York City entered Phase 4 of its reopening plan Monday which includes resuming some outdoor entertainment including zoos, professional sports with no audiences and media production.

Getting kids used to wearing masks for the new school year
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With the new school year just around the corner, millions of American children will have to get used to wearing masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

NYC cracks down on restaurants accused of violating social distancing guidelines

New York City has suspended an Astoria, Queens restaurant from participating in the city's Open Restaurants program after video seen on social media this weekend showed large crowds gathered outside, violating social distancing guidelines.

Queens restaurant punished over large crowds
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The restaurant Brik Astoria in Queens was suspended from the city's open restaurants program after large crowds gathered outside of it this weekend, violating social distancing guidelines.

Aftermath of night of partying in Astoria
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After hundreds of mask-free crowds gathered in Astoria, Queens to party on Friday night, the cleanup and recriminations continued on Saturday.

Street parties keep Queens neighborhood awake
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Video shows people on Steinway Street in Queens partying atop an ice cream truck in apparent disregard for social distancing measures on Saturday morning. Credit: Marty Byrde via Storyful

'Community refrigerators' help feed anyone in need in Jersey City

The COVID-19 pandemic has made food insecurity a major issue for millions of Americans, but one Jersey City block is doing its part to make sure no neighbor goes hungry.

Community refrigerators popping up in Jersey City
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The COVID-19 pandemic has made food insecurity a major issue for millions of Americans, but one Jersey City block is doing its part to make sure no neighbor goes hungry.

How does COVID-19 affect kids? Science has answers and gaps

The Trump administration says the science “is very clear,” but many doctors who specialize in pediatrics and infectious diseases say much of the evidence is inconclusive.

NJ Transit officer saves newborn baby

New Jersey Transit Police have released dramatic bodycam footage showing an officer carrying out CPR to save the life of a newborn baby.

Cuomo to crack down on bars, restaurants not following pandemic rules

Cuomo is promising more crackdowns on bars and restaurants that don't follow pandemic guidelines. He said New York City is on track to move to the fourth phase of his gradual reopening plan, but said his administration will review the latest infection data and decide by 4 p.m. Friday. 

UK pub installs electric fence to enforce social distancing

As businesses reopen amid the coronavirus pandemic, one U.K. pub has devised a unique way of ensuring its guests comply with social distancing orders — the bar’s owners installed an electric fence to separate the bar staff from their patrons.