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Chinese diplomat promotes conspiracy theory that US military brought coronavirus to Wuhan

March 13, 2020 8:53 PM CNN

A prominent Chinese official has promoted a conspiracy theory that the United States military could have brought the novel coronavirus to China…

Chinese diplomat promotes conspiracy theory that US military brought coronavirus to Wuhan

March 13, 2020 8:53 PM CNN

A prominent Chinese official has promoted a conspiracy theory that the United States military could have brought the novel coronavirus to China…

U.S. coronavirus deaths now hit 50, with confirmed cases in virtually every state

March 13, 2020 7:29 PM Associated Press, ABC News, CNN

SAN FRANCISCO, California — The U.S. now has 50 coronavirus deaths, and cases in all but one state. California’s sixth death from the disease,…

R. Kelly faces new charges in federal indictment in New York

March 13, 2020 8:20 PM CNN

The accusations keep growing against R. Kelly. An updated indictment adds five acts of racketeering and charges the singer and entertainer with four…

UFC is the only major sporting league still in play this weekend despite coronavirus fears

March 13, 2020 6:58 PM CNN

As major sports leagues across the US and around the world cancel or postpone events, there is one league that’s still in play. The Ultimate…

A man found a stack of portraits in a closed down studio. Now he’s searching for the rightful owners

March 13, 2020 5:36 PM CNN

Architect Brian Bononi entered a defunct photo studio in Northland, Missouri, ready to take some measurements for the space’s next business.…

U-Haul offers 30-day storage free for college students who must suddenly move out

March 13, 2020 4:52 PM CNN

With the coronavirus pandemic forcing colleges and universities to cancel classes, U-Haul is stepping in to help students who suddenly have to move…

Wyoming is exploring a deal to buy several hundred thousand acres of land in Utah

March 13, 2020 4:27 PM CNN

A large portion of land in Utah may soon belong to Wyoming if a proposed deal is approved. Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon is considering purchasing the…

Confined to their homes, Italian neighbors sing together to boost morale

March 13, 2020 3:15 PM CNN

Even in the most desperate times, music can lift the spirits — as some Italian neighbors have proven by singing together in harmony from behind…

President Trump declares national emergency due to coronavirus outbreak

March 13, 2020 1:31 PM ABC News, Associated Press, CNN

WASHINGTON, DC — President Donald Trump on Friday declared the coronavirus pandemic a national emergency, as Washington struggles with providing…

No, Dean Koontz did not predict the coronavirus in a 1981 novel

March 13, 2020 2:46 PM CNN

The coronavirus is officially a global pandemic, so naturally, people are feeding their anxieties by voraciously consuming movies and books about…

Man awaiting result of coronavirus test at Washington quarantine motel ignored security guard and left

March 13, 2020 2:17 PM CNN

A man staying at a quarantine motel in the Washington county at the center of the novel coronavirus outbreak in the United States left early Friday…

Trudeau urges Canadians to curtail travel as he self-isolates due to his wife’s positive coronavirus test

March 13, 2020 1:02 PM CNN

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Friday that Canadians should curtail all non-essential international travel due to the coronavirus…

All of Italy is in lockdown as coronavirus cases rise

March 13, 2020 12:50 PM CNN

Italy has been put under a dramatic total lockdown, as the coronavirus spreads in the country. Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte announced that he is…

Students at Olin College held a ‘fauxmencement’ ceremony with garbage bags gowns, paper ‘origami’ caps and tassels made of yarn

March 13, 2020 12:25 PM CNN

For seniors, the decisions by colleges to shut down campus because of the coronavirus and have students finish the rest of their semester online…

Coronavirus leaves students in limbo as campuses scramble to contain pandemic

March 13, 2020 10:21 AM CNN

Emory University sophomore Alex Ceballos was 1,600 miles away from campus when he found out that he was going to have to move out of his dorm because…

Outbreak of coronavirus adds to the risk of miscalculation between global enemies

March 13, 2020 9:56 AM CNN

COVID-19 presents a once-in-a-generation challenge. But this painfully unpredictable new world conjures a risk of miscalculation between global…

The coronavirus has officials running the world from home

March 13, 2020 8:53 AM CNN

More and more of the world is working from home as the novel coronavirus spreads — and so is Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Canada’s…

With Italians in lockdown, sex toy company sees sales surge and Pornhub spots an opportunity

March 13, 2020 8:15 AM CNN

With millions of Italians in lockdown as the government takes measures to halt the spread of coronavirus, some companies have spotted a growth…

Confusion over the availability and criteria for coronavirus testing is leaving sick people wondering if they’re infected

March 13, 2020 8:14 AM CNN

A group of first responders in Washington state, a scientist in California, a woman at an assisted living facility in Florida — all worried…

If you’re a college student affected by coronavirus or the parent of one, here’s what you need to know

March 13, 2020 8:06 AM CNN

For some students in the US, school’s already out for the summer — sort of. A growing number of colleges and universities around the country…

Satellite images show Iran building burial pits for coronavirus victims

March 13, 2020 7:25 AM CNN

Iran has been rapidly expanding a major cemetery in Qom, the area worst hit by the country’s novel coronavirus outbreak, satellite images…

What to do if there’s a coronavirus case in your neighborhood or apartment building

March 13, 2020 7:17 AM CNN

The novel coronavirus has continued to spread — causing event postponements, school cancellations and travel bans. As the virus continues to…

The 2020 census kicks off across the United States this week. It’s expected to be the largest in US history

March 13, 2020 6:22 AM CNN

The 2020 census is coming soon to a mailbox near you. Starting this week, households across the United States will begin receiving invitations to…

Putin and Xi are using the coronavirus crisis to extend their control. Across the world, Trump struggles to keep up

March 13, 2020 5:10 AM CNN

President Donald Trump’s shock announcement shutting down travel from much of Europe came with the customary back-pedaling common to many of…

Protecting residents from a deadly threat, nursing homes must decide who gets in and who stays out

March 13, 2020 4:25 AM CNN

On Tuesday at Aldercrest, they were disinfecting the saltshakers. The front door was locked. Somewhere outside, a new virus proliferated. It had…

The president of US Soccer steps down as he apologizes for legal document’s language

March 13, 2020 4:09 AM CNN

The president of the US Soccer Federation has stepped down, days after the organization released its response to the gender equality lawsuit brought…

5 things to know for March 13: Coronavirus, Iraq, election, homelessness, USWNT

March 13, 2020 4:05 AM CNN

It’s Friday the 13th. For all our sakes, let’s hope it’s a lucky one. Here’s what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out…

Russian election meddling is back — via Ghana and Nigeria — and in your feeds

March 13, 2020 4:02 AM CNN

The Russian trolls are back — and once again trying to poison the political atmosphere in the United States ahead of this year’s…

Foreman for Harvey Weinstein jury says he’s ‘fine’ with the 23-year prison sentence

March 13, 2020 2:32 AM CNN

The foreman of the jury that convicted Harvey Weinstein told CNN a 23-year prison sentence for the disgraced movie mogul was fine by him. “A…