US & World Archives

People in the West are ignoring advice to stay home. That’s because it’s too confusing, one expert says

March 23, 2020 7:49 PM CNN

In these times of extraordinary global turmoil, the weekend came as a welcome break for many. But anyone looking at the cyclists and runners crowding…

Coronavirus cases pass 378,000 globally

March 23, 2020 7:40 PM CNN

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Arizona National Guard to help replenish grocery stores

March 23, 2020 5:37 PM CNN

Arizona’s National Guard is currently battling the coronavirus outbreak by helping to fill grocery stores, Gov. Doug Ducey said Monday. Ducey…

More states extend school closures, some through the end of the school year

March 23, 2020 5:03 PM CNN

More states are extending the time their schools will remain closed, some even through the rest of the school year, as the number of novel…

NYC hospitals could run out of needed supplies by next week, mayor says

March 23, 2020 4:43 PM CNN

New York City hospitals will only be able to get through this week before they start getting “to a point where people can’t be…

A doctor is 3D printing face masks to help meet the desperate need for protective gear

March 23, 2020 3:18 PM CNN

Hospitals and medical facilities around the United States are reporting critical shortages of the protective equipment they need to keep their…

Nigeria records chloroquine poisoning after Trump endorses it for coronavirus treatment

March 23, 2020 3:02 PM CNN

Health officials in Nigeria have issued a warning over chloroquine after they said three people in the country overdosed on the drug, in the wake of…

While we were stockpiling, here’s what astronauts were up to in space last week

March 23, 2020 2:53 PM CNN

For astronauts living on the International Space Station, their life is a type of quarantine. They can’t go outside unless it’s on a…

The San Antonio Aquarium has been forcibly shut down by police after refusing to close due to coronavirus

March 23, 2020 2:48 PM CNN

The San Antonio Aquarium was shut down by police on Saturday after its owner violated an emergency declaration by the state for non-essential…

PG&E to plead guilty to 85 counts in 2018 Camp Fire and pay victims $13.5 billion, court filings show

March 23, 2020 2:36 PM CNN

California utility Pacific Gas and Electric Company has agreed to plead guilty to 84 counts of involuntary manslaughter and one count of unlawfully…

Dow tanks nearly 600 points despite Fed action to stave off depression

March 23, 2020 7:33 AM Associated Press

NEW YORK, NY — Stocks fell about 3% on Wall Street Monday as Congress hit another roadblock in talks to inject nearly $2 trillion into the…

U.S. surgeon general warns ‘this week, it’s going to get bad’ as hospitals struggle to keep up with virus cases

March 23, 2020 1:29 PM CNN

WASHINGTON, DC — The war against coronavirus has intensified across the country as more workers are laid off, medical supplies dwindle, and…

This worm-like creature is the first ancestor on the human and animal family tree

March 23, 2020 1:00 PM CNN

Evidence of a worm-like creature about the size of a grain of rice has been uncovered in South Australia, and researchers believe it is the oldest…

Like humans, most female mammals live longer than males, study finds

March 23, 2020 1:00 PM CNN

From elephants to lions and orcas to seals, most female mammals outlive males — just like their human counterparts, new research suggests.…

Michael Bloomberg Fast Facts

March 23, 2020 12:44 PM CNN

Here is a look at the life of Michael Bloomberg, former New York mayor and 2020 Democratic presidential candidate. Personal Birth…

A Georgia town will hand deliver ‘Everything will be OK’ yard signs with profits supporting local artists and art teachers

March 23, 2020 12:32 PM CNN

Locals in Dunwoody, Georgia want you to know that everything will be OK despite the coronavirus pandemic paralyzing cities across the US. The public…

Watch LIVE: Dems block U.S. Senate vote on virus economic relief bill

March 23, 2020 11:01 AM ABC News, CNN

WASHINGTON, DC — The U.S. Senate floor erupted with partisan anger Monday as Democrats blocked a key vote on a $2 trillion coronavirus economic…

A street food vendor’s tip led archaeologists to find an ancient Maya capital in a cattle rancher’s yard

March 23, 2020 11:25 AM CNN

Archaeologists say they’ve found the long-lost capital of an ancient Maya kingdom near the border between Mexico and Guatemala. The Sak…

Rihanna’s foundation donates $5 million to help fight coronavirus

March 23, 2020 10:01 AM CNN

Rihanna’s foundation has donated $5 million to various organizations assisting with coronavirus relief efforts. The Clara Lionel Foundation…

A couple left a $9,400 tip at a Houston restaurant to help staff get through coronavirus shutdown

March 23, 2020 9:50 AM CNN

The staff at a popular Houston restaurant got a $9,400 tip from some regular customers who wanted to help them get by during the coronavirus…

The Goo Goo Dolls’ lead singer held a porch concert to help local small businesses impacted by coronavirus

March 23, 2020 9:48 AM CNN

A city in New Jersey got creative to raise money for their small businesses by invoking the help of the frontman for the Goo Goo Dolls. Westfield…

Meet the medical students who launched a program to offer childcare to hospital workers fighting the coronavirus pandemic

March 23, 2020 9:22 AM CNN

As the war against the merciless coronavirus rages on, health care workers nationwide are on the frontline of an unpredictable battle. While working…

Coronavirus is ‘the great equalizer,’ Madonna tells fans from her bathtub

March 23, 2020 7:53 AM CNN

From a milky bath sprinkled with rose petals, Madonna has told her fans that the novel coronavirus is “the great equalizer.” In the clip…

These families created a community art museum on the sidewalks of their California neighborhood while sheltering in place

March 23, 2020 7:44 AM CNN

Like many parents across the US right now, Daphne Sashin was looking for something to keep her kids occupied while her family shelters in place…

These photographers are spreading joy to people impacted by coronavirus by taking portraits at their doorsteps

March 23, 2020 7:17 AM CNN

As families find themselves isolated with loved ones because of the coronavirus pandemic, tensions can run a bit high — and finding joy in…

Americans turned to fun and creative ways to stay sane while social distancing this weekend

March 23, 2020 6:09 AM CNN

This weekend marked the first time many Americans found themselves having to stay indoors after lawmakers urged social distancing to help prevent…

Americans turned to fun and creative ways to stay sane while social distancing this weekend

March 23, 2020 6:09 AM CNN

This weekend marked the first time many Americans found themselves having to stay indoors after lawmakers urged social distancing to help prevent…

Live updates: Coronavirus cases top 341,000 globally

March 23, 2020 5:39 AM CNN

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Millions in India under coronavirus lockdown as major cities restrict daily life

March 23, 2020 4:57 AM CNN

Millions of people across India have been placed under lockdown until the end of the month as efforts to halt the spread of the novel coronavirus in…

Feeling lonely while social distancing at home? Consider fostering a puppy this National Puppy Day

March 23, 2020 4:42 AM CNN

Today is National Puppy Day. Yes, an entire holiday dedicated to the most adorable creatures on earth. But as much as we need pictures of cute…