National stockpiles of protective medical gear are running out, “The Philadelphia Inquirer” reported. Now, states are competing for supplies and accepting donations. In hospitals, shielding yourself from germs is vital. […]
A supermarket lost $35,000 worth of food after a woman coughed on it on purpose, “The Washington Post” reported. Food in the produce, meat, and bakery sections of the Pennsylvania grocer had to be completely thrown away. What misconceptions surround germs and hygiene? […]
The Federal Reserve is making moves to aid markets affected by the coronavirus, NPR reported. It will extensively buy several bonds and securities as well as ensure a supply of credit. Historically, central banks trigger major market effects. […]
On Friday, President Trump signed a $2 trillion stimulus package drafted by Congress, CNN reported. The stimulus package will provide Americans with relief during the economic slowdown related to the coronavirus pandemic. FDR’s New Deal involved broader policy strokes. […]
New Yorkers short on toilet paper may begin flushing paper towels and baby wipes, the “Houston Chronicle” reported Thursday. Flushing anything down the toilet other than toilet paper can cause problems in the offender’s local sewer system. The 18th century saw major innovations in waste disposal. […]
A new comic explains the coronavirus to kids in a positive, understandable way, developed by and available from NPR. It explains the need for proper hygiene and how rarely children get it. If comics aren’t for you, here’s how to ease kids’ anxiety. […]
Google, Facebook, Microsoft, and Amazon are pushing telecommuting, NPR reported. Due to fears of the novel coronavirus, employees are being asked to work from home. Focusing on employee health can foster a thriving workplace. […]
Twenty-four people died after a tornado struck central Tennessee on March 3, NBC News reported. The incident was the second deadliest in Tennessee’s tornado history, outdone only by a 1952 twister that killed 38 people. Many of us understand tornadoes less than we think. […]
A senior center in Maryland offers a workshop on identifying “fake news,” NPR reported. Seniors learn to prevent dubious sites from taking advantage of them by becoming acquainted with reputable fact-checking sites and other online tools. Misinformation is a major ongoing threat today. […]
Two off-duty police officers eating out on date night observed a masked man and saved the restaurant from a robbery, CNN reported. The married Kentucky couple followed the armed thief out of the restaurant, stopped him, and held him until additional officers arrived on the scene. Their alertness and training were key. […]
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