Battered global tourism industry makes reopening plans

Six months ago, the global tourism industry was celebrating a record year for travel. Now, it's decimated and facing a recovery that could take years.

How to celebrate Cinco de Mayo in quarantine

A few ideas for those who want to celebrate Cinco de Mayo while social distancing.

More restaurants could start taking SNAP benefits

With millions of Americans filing for unemployment and food banks struggling to keep up with COVID-19-induced demand, more restaurants may soon be able to allow supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) recipients to use their benefits to purchase meals.

Farmers market sets up shop online during pandemic

With the arrival of the coronavirus pandemic, stay-at-home orders, a strained food supply chain, runs on groceries and social distancing requirements, a farmers market decided to open early for the season. But only for online orders.

Out-of-work trainers hope gyms can make gains after pandemic

Nearly two months into statewide pandemic restrictions, some New York City trainers and aerobic instructors say they worry the industry won’t be the same when gyms can reopen.

How will restaurants in NYC adapt to a post-COVID-19 world?
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Even when New York City reopens, the coronavirus crisis will still have a major impact on how restaurants in the city operate, assuming they survive the crisis. FOX 5 NY takes a look at the ways they may have to attempt to adapt to a new reality.

NYC luxury clothing maker shifts to PPE

Gabrille Ferrara said her garment company took a break from the dress forms of Ralph Lauren and Calvin Klein when the city put out a call for help producing personal protective equipment in large quantities during the coronavirus pandemic. 

Chick-fil-A launches meal kits as more people cook at home

The chicken chain is also ramping up its retail efforts selling bottles of its Polynesian sauces at retailers.

How to stop your glasses from fogging when you wear a mask

If you wear eye glasses, you've likely experienced the annoying problem of the lenses fogging up when you wear a surgical mask or cloth face covering. This eye doctor has two simple tips.

How the coronavirus pandemic is impacting foster families

While the coronavirus pandemic has largely spared children, some of the country’s most vulnerable youth, those in foster care, are being impacted in other ways.

The challenge of fostering children during the coronavirus pandemic
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The coronavirus pandemic is challenging for many families, but it has been extra-challenging for the foster families and at-risk children.

New Jersey parks, golf courses can reopen Saturday, Murphy says

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy announced on Wednesday that he will sign an executive order to reopen state parks and allow golf courses and county parks to reopen at sunrise on Saturday, May 2. The governor said that social distancing rules will remain in effect.

Coronavirus pushes cities to cap third-party delivery fees

More U.S. cities are capping commission fees third party delivery services charge restaurants, many of which are mom-and-pop small business owners.

#ThankYouHeroes: Mattel unveils new collection of toys honoring front line workers of COVID-19

All net proceeds will be donated to #FirstRespondersFirst, an initiative created to help provide essential supplies, equipment and resources for health care workers and their families.

SNAP benefits expanded for online grocery store orders

Americans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, will be able to shop for groceries online during the coronavirus pandemic.

Belgians urged to double down on fries as a national duty

In a country that claims to be the real birthplace of the finger food that Americans have the temerity to call French fries, rescuing the potato industry might easily be a matter of Belgian national pride.