AP Lifestyles Digest

| April 13, 2020 7:27 AM

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SPECIAL EDITIONS ADVISORY

Editors:

Because of rapidly changing developments caused by the coronavirus, The AP will not be moving any more Special Editions in 2020. We plan to continue spot and feature coverage of these subjects — weddings, pursuits, school, homes, pets and holidays — on the regular AP Lifestyles and main news wires.

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LIFESTYLES ADVISORY

Editors:

During these uncertain times, we are pleased to provide you with more timely content for Lifestyles that speaks to how we are living, adapting and coping during the coronavirus pandemic.

As we increase that coverage, we have also had to alter our standard weekly offerings for the time being.

— Our gardening column will move from weekly to bimonthly.

— Food stories will be guaranteed twice a month.

— Home stories will be guaranteed twice a month.

While the kind of content we provide is changing for now, our commitment to providing excellent Lifestyles articles is not.

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GENERAL

Virus Outbreak-Dying Alone: Don Pijanowski was not surrounded by loved ones when he died. Instead, the 87-year-old father of four died in a New York hospital with a nurse who stood near him and passed on his sons’ final message. The new coronavirus is so contagious that health care facilities aren’t letting spouses, sons and daughters gather around the dying for fear of spreading the infection. So family and friends are bidding tortuous goodbyes as best they can, often with the help of hospital workers. UPCOMING Monday, photos.

Virus Outbreak-Moviegoing: While there are a plethora of movies online to entertain people during the shutdown, some people are longing for the community of going to the theater. UPCOMING Tuesday: 900 words and photos. By Entertainment Writer Jake Coyle.

Virus Outbreak-Too Many Decisions: Wash the hands? Open the door? Stand six feet away or 10? Wear a mask? Wipe down the groceries? Wash the hands again? Everything’s a decision these days, and the little decisions that matter have suddenly multiplied. It’s exhausting. UPCOMING Monday: 850 words and photos. By National Writer Ted Anthony.

Virus Outbreak-One Good Thing-Married Nurses: A co-worker snapped a photo of a married nurse couple in an eye-to-eye embrace despite layers of protective gear. The image, shared on social media, is inspiring people around the globe. UPCOMING Wednesday, photos, video.

Virus Outbreak-Abortion: In some states, the COVID-19 outbreak has fueled attempts to ban abortions. Where the procedure remains available, some abortion providers report increased demand, often from women distraught over economic stress and health concerns linked to the pandemic. UPCOMING Monday. By National Writer David Crary. 950 words,photos.

Virus Outbreak – Sikh Vaishakhi: Like other religions dealing with spring holidays, Sikhs are changing the way they celebrate Vaishakhi because of social distancing and closed houses of worship. Vaishakhi, set for April 14, marks the day in 1699 when Sikhism took its current form. UPCOMING Monday, photos.

NerdWallet-Liz-Weston-Tapping-Retirement-Funds: Ideally, retirement funds should be left alone until needed for their intended purpose, but in times of financial crisis it may be tempting to tap them for other pressing needs. Tips. By Liz Weston of NerdWallet. SENT Monday, 780 words, photo.

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PARENTING

Virus Outbreak-College Applicants: The coronavirus has upended plans for millions of students who are taking virtual campus tours while dealing with concerns about affording college in an economic downturn — and whether schools will even be reopened by the fall. UPCOMING Monday, photos.

Film-Kids Movies They Haven’t Seen: NEW YORK — Your kids have seen “Frozen” two dozen times and know the “Toy Story” movies backward and forward. But there are more movies out there for housebound kids. By Film Writer Jake Coyle. UPCOMING Wednesday, 800 words by 3 p.m. EDT, photos.

US Virus Outbreak-Teachers on TV: Teachers have begun videotaping lessons at home, using whatever technology they can, for broadcast over television airwaves in places including New Jersey, Nebraska and New Mexico where officials have partnered with broadcasters to overcome issues with access to technology and help students feel connected. UPCOMING Tuesday, photos.

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TRAVEL

Virus Outbreak Empty Airports Photo Gallery: The airports that were preparing for the Olympics are now empty. UPCOMING Tuesday, photos.

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GARDENING

Veggies 101: Now, during the coronavirus pandemic, is a perfect time to start a vegetable garden. Besides the food, it's a family activity, gives everyone a reason to be out in the fresh air, offers exercise and saves money. Here’s a primer on how to get started growing vegetables. By Lee Reich. UPCOMING Tuesday, 600 words, photo.

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FOOD

Bread Baking: Are you struggling to find bread flour and fresh yeast at the moment? With millions of people across the globe staying home because of the coronavirus pandemic, many people are choosing to make their own bread. Some tips. By Matt Kemp. UPCOMING Tuesday, 600 words, photos, video.

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