Los Angeles Mayor Urges Everyone to Wear Masks
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The mayor of Los Angeles on Wednesday told everyone in the nation’s second-largest city to start wearing masks to combat the coronavirus, but California’s governor isn’t ready to take that idea statewide.
White House Projects 100k to 240k US Deaths From Virus
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Tuesday warned Americans to brace for a “hell of a bad two weeks” ahead as the White House projected there could be 100,000 to 240,000 deaths in the U.S. from the coronavirus pandemic even if current social distancing guidelines are maintained.
Should You Wear Mask in Public If Not Sick With Coronavirus?
WASHINGTON (AP) — If you’re not sick with the new coronavirus, should you wear a mask in public? Global health authorities say no. Amid a shortage of masks, the U.S. is sticking with that advice but Tuesday, President Donald Trump suggested people who are worried wear a scarf.
Pandemic “Far From Over” in Asia-Pacific Region: WHO
MANILA (Xinhua) — The COVID-19 pandemic is "far from over" in Asia and the Pacific, a World Health Organization (WHO) official said on Tuesday, urging countries in the region to work together to halt the spread of COVID-19.
Huawei Reports Record Sales Despite Row With U.S.
BEIJING (Kyodo) — Chinese telecom-equipment giant Huawei Technologies Co. on Tuesday reported record sales and net profits for 2019, despite U.S. attempts to exclude the company from government contracts on grounds of security concerns.
Fake News or the Truth? Russia Cracks Down on Virus Postings
MOSCOW (AP) — Two weeks ago, an opposition-leaning radio station in Russia interviewed political analyst Valery Solovei, who alleged the government was lying when it said no one had died in the country from the coronavirus.
Countries Crack Down on Basic Rights Amid Virus Pandemic
BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Soldiers patrol the streets with their fingers on machine gun triggers. The army guards an exhibition center-turned-makeshift-hospital crowded with rows of bunks for those infected with the coronavirus.
Calls Grow for Japan to Declare State of Emergency Over Virus
TOKYO (Kyodo) — Calls grew Monday for Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe to declare a state of emergency to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus before it is too late.
‘Please Come Help Us’: New York Begs for Medical Workers
NEW YORK (AP) — New York’s governor urgently appealed for medical volunteers Monday amid a “staggering” number of coronavirus deaths, as he and health officials warned that the crisis unfolding in New York City is just a preview of what other U.S. communities could soon face.
Chinese Charities Donate Medical Supplies Overseas to Fight Virus
BEIJING (Xinhua) — Multiple Chinese foundations have donated medical supplies to support countries in the fight against the novel coronavirus pandemic.
