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US Supreme Court blocks Trump rule limiting mail voting, sides with Dem states
Medical intelligence sleuths tracked, warned of new virus
WASHINGTON (AP) — In late February when President Donald Trump was urging Americans not to panic over the novel coronavirus, alarms were sounding at a little-known intelligence unit situated on a U.S. Army base an …
The Latest: Australia's Payne agrees WHO needs review
The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe ill…
AP Interview: Governor says Brazil has 'Bolsonaro-virus'
SAO PAULO (AP) — After a heated confrontation with Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro last month over his lackadaisical approach to the coronavirus, governors in the South American country have since pulled back, w…
Bald eagles, eaglets found nesting in arms of Arizona cactus
PHOENIX (AP) — For the first time in decades, bald eagles have been found nesting in an Arizona saguaro cactus.
Hit by the virus and weighing a raid on your 401(k)? Beware
Many Americans are struggling financially due to the coronavirus. A recent
Asian stocks slide after weak US data add to global gloom
BEIJING (AP) — Asian stocks were mostly lower Thursday after unexpectedly weak U.S. retail and other data added to gloom about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
Colombia rushes to make cheap ventilators for COVID patients
BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Engineers in Colombia have developed a mechanical ventilator for COVID-19 patients that could cost as little as $2,000 — one of numerous crash projects around the world aimed at helping ease…
The Latest: South Korea reports 22 new virus cases
The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe ill…
South Korean ruling party wins vote held amid virus fears
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — The ruling liberal party secured a resounding victory in South Korea’s parliamentary elections, which had the highest turnout in nearly three decades despite the coronavirus sickening thou…
China tries to revive economy but consumer engine sputters
BEIJING (AP) — China, where the coronavirus pandemic started in December, is cautiously trying to get back to business, but it’s not easy when many millions of workers are wary of spending much or even going out.
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US relief checks begin arriving as economic damage piles up
Mexico sees widespread noncompliance with business closures
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico’s coronavirus point-man said Wednesday there has been widespread non-compliance with orders for all non-essential businesses to close.
Trump threatens to bypass Senate rules on nominees
WASHINGTON (AP) — Citing the coronavirus, Donald Trump is threatening unprecedented action — adjourning both houses of Congress — to entice the Senate to approve more of his nominees.
Navy hospital ship in Los Angeles might scale back mission
WASHINGTON (AP) — The USNS Mercy hospital ship docked in Los Angeles may be able to scale back its medical operation a bit over the next week as the coronavirus workload at area hospitals stabilizes, according to t…
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega reappears after absence
MANAGUA, Nicaragua (AP) — Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega re-appeared Wednesday after 34 days in which he was not seen in public.