Associated PressU.S. Politics Trump: No quarantine, but travel advisory for NY, CT and NJ Associated Press - By ZEKE MILLER and COLLEEN LONG, Associated PressNORFOLK, Va. (AP) — President Donald Trump backed away from calling for a quarantine for coronavirus hotspots in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, instead directing Saturday night that a “strong Travel
The Washington PostNews Large, destructive tornado strikes Jonesboro, Ark., leaving behind ‘severe’ damage The Washington Post - By Jason SamenowOn a day in which the epicenter of a severe thunderstorm outbreak was predicted to be in central Illinois, a violent tornado ripped through Jonesboro, Ark., causing extensive damage. The large twister
ReutersBoris Johnson UK's Johnson warns on coronavirus: Things to get worse before they get better Reuters - Costas PitasFILE PHOTO: Britain's Prime Minister Boris Johnson leaves Downing Street, as the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continues. London, Britain, March 25, 2020. REUTERS/Hannah Mckay/File Photo LONDON
BBC NewsIndia India defiant as millions struggle under lockdown BBC NewsThe Indian government has defended its handling of the coronavirus outbreak after a strict lockdown - introduced with little warning - left millions stranded and without food. The country's response had
The GuardianNorth Korea North Korea fires two missiles as Seoul condemns ‘inappropriate’ timing The Guardian - Reuters in SeoulNorth Korea fired what appeared to be two short-range ballistic missiles into the ocean off its east coast on Sunday, the latest in an unprecedented flurry of launches that South Korea decried as “inappropriate”
NBC NewsNews Clinical trials on coronavirus drugs may take only months, researcher says NBC News - By Gabe GutierrezClinical trials on coronavirus drugs may take only months, researcher says "If everything goes according to plan, I am talking months, not years," for completion of three clinical trials, a researcher
ABC NewsNews Canadian PM's wife has recovered from coronavirus illness ABC News - ROB GILLIES Associated Press Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's wife says she has recovered from being ill from COVID-19 disease caused by the new coronavirus TORONTO -- …
NBC NewsCoronavirus (Covid-19) CDC asks residents of N.Y., N.J. and Connecticut to refrain from 'non-essential travel' for 14 days NBC News - By Lauren EganThe federal advisory came after Trump announced a quarantine for the three states would not be necessary. WASHINGTON —President Donald Trump backed away from earlier comments Saturday that he was considering
ReutersCoronavirus (Covid-19) Italy coronavirus death toll surges past 10,000; lockdown extension likely Reuters - Francesca LandiniMILAN (Reuters) - The death toll from an outbreak of coronavirus in Italy barrelled past 10,000 on Saturday, a figure that made an extension of a national lockdown almost certain. Officials said 889 more
The Washington PostNews Desperate for medical equipment, states encounter a beleaguered national stockpile The Washington Post - Amy GoldsteinAzar had asked OMB that morning for $2 billion to buy respirator masks and other supplies for a depleted federal stockpile of emergency medical equipment, according to individuals familiar with the request,
Associated PressNews Brazil’s Bolsonaro makes life-or-death coronavirus gamble Associated PressRIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Even as coronavirus cases mount in Latin America’s largest nation, Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has staked out the most deliberately dismissive position of any major world calling
BBC NewsNews Things to get worse, PM warns in letter to Britons BBC NewsCoronavirus: Things will get worse before getting better, PM warns The prime minister has warned that the coronavirus crisis will get worse before it gets better, in a letter being sent to every UK household.
CBS NewsNews (U.S.) Tornado rips through Arkansas city, damaging building and leaving thousands without power CBS News - By Jordan Freiman A tornado moved through Jonesboro, Arkansas, on Saturday. According to the National Weather Service, the tornado made its way through the city around …
NPRNews More Than 2,000 Americans Have Now Died From The Coronavirus NPR - Colin Dwyer , Aubri JuhaszUpdated at 9:14 p.m. ET The United States marked another grim milestone in its fight against the coronavirus on Saturday, when the number of deaths from the virus topped 2,000. According to data from Hopkins
CNNNews Italy's coronavirus death toll passes 10,000. Many are asking why the fatality rate is so high CNN - By Valentina Di Donato, Sheena McKenzie and Livia Borghese, CNNRome (CNN) — When Milan resident Antonia Mortensen was pulled over by police while driving recently, it wasn't for a traffic offense. It was to instruct her fellow passenger to sit in the back of the and
ReutersNorth Korea North Korea launches apparent ballistic missiles into ocean Reuters - Josh SmithSEOUL (Reuters) - North Korea fired what appeared to be two short-range ballistic missiles into the ocean off its east coast on Sunday, the latest in an unprecedented flurry of launches that South Korea
The GuardianNews Taliban refuses to talk to Afghan government's negotiating team The Guardian - ReutersThe Taliban refused to begin talks with the Afghan government’s new negotiating team on Saturday, in a setback to the US-brokered peace process for one of the world’s longest-running conflicts. Spokesman
Guardian USDonald Trump Cuomo: Trump New York quarantine would be 'federal declaration of war' Guardian US - Victoria Bekiempis in New York and Richard Luscombe in MiamiIf we start walling off areas it would be totally bizarre, counterproductive, anti-American, anti-social Andrew Cuomo We will stop at nothing to protect the health of New Yorkers, and the health of people
ReutersNews U.S. coronavirus cases surge past 100,000 as doctors protest over medical shortages Reuters - Andy SullivanWASHINGTON (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he would issue a travel warning for the hard-hit New York area to limit the spread of the coronavirus, backing off from an earlier suggestion
The Washington PostNews Dangerous storms and possibly significant tornadoes to target Midwest The Washington Post - By Matthew CappucciAn outbreak of severe thunderstorms is expected Saturday afternoon and evening across portions of the Midwest and especially central Illinois, with the possibility of tornadoes, very large hail and damaging
News Venezuelan ex-general surrenders to US on drug trafficking charges 24matins.uk - 24matins.uk with AFP A retired Venezuelan general who was charged by the United States with “narco-terrorism” along with President Nicolas Maduro and other officials has …
CBS NewsNews (U.S.)"An open license to pollute": Trump administration indefinitely suspends environmental protection laws during coronavirus CBS News - By Sophie Lewis The Trump administration introduced this week a sweeping relaxation of environmental laws and fines during the coronavirus pandemic. According to new …
BBC NewsNews Trump signs largest bailout in US history BBC NewsCoronavirus: Trump signs into law largest bailout in US history President Trump has signed the largest-ever US financial stimulus package, worth $2tn (£1.7tn), as the country grapples with the coronavirus
News New York postpones presidential primary to June thehill.com - Marty Johnson New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) announced Saturday that New York's presidential primaries scheduled for April 28 will be rescheduled for June 23. The …
Associated PressCoronavirus (Covid-19) Virus infections top 600,000 globally with long fight ahead Associated Press - By KAT STAFFORD and MARTHA IRVINE, Associated PressDETROIT (AP) — The coronavirus continued its unrelenting spread across the United States with fatalities doubling in two days and authorities saying Saturday that an infant who tested positive had died.
CNNNews 70 million people in the US are under a severe weather threat that includes tornadoes and hail CNN - By Ralph Ellis, Judson Jones and Gene Norman, CNN(CNN) — Six people were injured when a tornado ripped through Jonesboro, Arkansas, on Saturday afternoon, Mayor Harold Perrin told CNN affiliate KARK. Jonesboro Police Chief Rick Elliott said search rescue
The New York TimesNews U.S. Cuts Health Care Aid to Yemen Despite Worries About Coronavirus The New York Times - Michael LaForgiaThe Trump administration on Friday cut off tens of millions of dollars for health care programs and other aid in Yemen, rejecting pleas by humanitarian groups and some members of Congress to delay the
POLITICOU.S. Politics Trudeau to Washington: Sending troops to border would be a mistake POLITICO - By POLITICO STAFFThe prime minister said senior officials have been back and forth with U.S. administration on “many, many issues” around the border. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Canadian officials have made it to
ReutersNews Taliban refuses to talk to new Afghan government negotiators Reuters - Abdul Qadir SediqiKABUL/PESHAWAR, Pakistan (Reuters) - The Taliban declined on Saturday to begin talks with the Afghan government’s new negotiating team in a setback to the U.S.-brokered peace process for one of the world’s
