Coronavirus updates from April 2, 2020
There've been more than 53,000 deaths from the disease, says Johns Hopkins University. In the U.S., some 245,000 people have been infected. Almost 6,000 have died.
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2 cruise ships with sick passengers dock in Florida
The docking of Zaandam and Rotterdam — part of Holland America — ends a nightmarish odyssey for some on board. But for others, the journey is far from over.
Jobless claims surged to record 6.6 million last week
A flood of workers are applying for jobless aid as the coronavirus plunges the U.S. economy deeper into recession.
Student makes face masks for deaf, hard of hearing community
The masks have a clear screen, so people are able to see the mouth of the person wearing it.
2020 Daily Trail Markers: DNC postpones convention
The nominating convention has been moved to August 17 amid uncertainy surrounding the spread of the coronavirus.
Owners of empty hospitals in fights to reopen them for COVID-19
Investor also tied to shuttered hospital outside Chicago that officials say could treat patients with coronavirus disease.
Jeff Bezos donates $100 million to U.S. food banks
Covid-19 is "significantly" worsening hunger in America, Amazon CEO says in announcing donation to Feeding America.
Bodies pile up on streets in Ecuador as coronavirus spreads
Some residents have gone as far as pleading with authorities on social media to help pick them up.
Pelosi announces new House committee on coronavirus
Pelosi announced the creation of a bipartisan committee to oversee the federal response to the coronavirus crisis
Georgia gov. didn't know asymptomatic people can spread virus
The CDC is headquartered in Georgia and has warned repeatedly about the risk of asymptomatic spread.
High approval for COVID-19 relief package amid concern about job loss
But most say package won't be enough.
Meghan McCain: Essential workers should be paid double
"I just don't think our country could function without our truck drivers and our Amazon workers and they're doing such an imperative job for so many Americans," she said.
Nurses and doctors pray on hospital roofs for patients and families
"When you have a few extra minutes at work you take the time to go to the Helipad and pray," Angela Gleaves, a nurse in Tennessee said.
Coronavirus cases now top 1 million worldwide
The number of deaths worldwide has soared past 51,000,
FDA eases blood donation rules for gay men amid crisis
The FDA said the changes are "expected to remain in place" after the coronavirus pandemic has subsided.
Coronavirus becoming one of the leading causes of death in U.S.
How bad will the coronavirus outbreak become? It may be one of the deadliest events in U.S. history.
Oprah Winfrey donates $10 million to coronavirus relief efforts
"I still remember growing up with my mother in Milwaukee when we were all on welfare, and sometimes we needed assistance for our family just to survive. During times like this, so many more people are vulnerable," Winfrey said.
Which borrowers will — and won't — get help under stimulus law
Got a loan? Here's who is getting a break on making payments under the $2 trillion stimulus law — and who isn't.
New York governor: Ventilator stockpile may last 6 more days
More than 92,000 COVID-19 cases have been confirmed in the state.
Brothers Andrew and Chris Cuomo bond in coronavirus live-stream
"I love you, everybody loves you, this is going to be fine," the governor told his little brother.
Amazon vows all warehouse workers will have face masks by next week
The company is also expanding its use of temperature checks to all its facilities, after a surge of worker complaints.
"Shoot them dead": Duterte orders police to kill Filipinos who defy coronavirus lockdown
"Do not challenge the government," he warned the nation Wednesday. "You will lose."
Class of 2020 struggles to find work as jobs are vaporized
Millions of young people set to graduate from college are facing the toughest labor market in decades, experts warn.
More than 1,000 people in the U.S. died of coronavirus in one day
Wednesday marked the first time the U.S. reported more than 1,000 deaths from the virus in a single day, according to data from Johns Hopkins University.
6-week-old baby with coronavirus dies
Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont said they believe it is "one of the youngest lives lost anywhere" from COVID-19.
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Woman survives two cancers after surprising diagnosis: "I feel so lucky"
U.S. measles cases top 4,000, far surpassing 2025 total, CDC says
AI leaders lobby Trump health officials in government-run chat room
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Fears about kids' online safety unite Democrats and Republicans
WHO demands answers from Russia on plague
Russia open to a Trump-Putin call as questions mount over plague lab death
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