White House Covid cases contradict Trump’s message on opening
The White House Covid-19 outbreak is undermining President Donald Trump’s narrative that it’s safe to open up the country and that…
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Soul singer Betty Wright has died
Soul singer Betty Wright has died from cancer, according to reports from multiple media outlets. Wright’s family confirmed the death to…
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Editorial Roundup: Safety shouldn’t be optional as Texas reopens
Austin American-Statesman. May 10, 2020. Safety shouldn’t be optional as Texas reopens Let’s drop the pretense that “data and doctors” are…
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Ice cream shop closes one day after reopening because customers didn’t follow social distancing rules
Nearly all states partially reopened last week and businesses across the country are preparing to welcome customers back. But because of the…
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A 15-year-old is dropping off puzzles and handwritten notes at nursing homes to cheer up residents
Hita Gupta was heartbroken upon learning her regular visits to nursing homes were put on hold because of coronavirus. “They told me that I…
Continue Reading These baby animals were born during the coronavirus pandemic
What does a porqupette in Florida, a baby sea turtle in the Maldives and a bald eaglet from Catalina Island have in common? These animals were all…
Continue Reading Kevin Hart and wife Eniko share gender reveal for baby No. 2
Kevin and Eniko Hart are expecting their second child and the gender was a surprise for one of them. The couple shared their happy news Sunday, which…
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StormTRACK Weather: Rain chances hang around for the start of the week
We will see a slight chance for thunderstorms this afternoon, but primarily for areas east. Measurable rain will range between 0.5 and .10 inches.…
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A tale of two Bristols: How two states’ reopening plans have one town caught in the middle
In the town of Bristol that straddles the Virginia-Tennessee line, Joe Deel can see people dining in restaurants 50 yards away in Tennessee. But he…
Continue Reading Diplo confirms he has a son with model Jevon King, in emotional Mother’s Day message
Diplo has confirmed he has a baby boy with pageant queen and model Jevon King. The 41-year-old DJ and record producer shared the news on US…
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Business groups and labor unions demand clarity after UK eases lockdown rules
Groups representing UK business and workers have blasted the government’s plans to ease coronavirus lockdown rules, complaining that crucial…
Continue Reading Bono celebrates 60th birthday by sharing playlist of 60 songs that saved his life
Millions of fans turned their attention to Bono on Sunday as they helped wish him a happy 60th birthday, but the U2 frontman took the day to thank…
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Getting to medical appointments during a pandemic
Going to the doctor or pediatrician wasn’t so complicated just a few months ago. Neither was a trip to the dentist or the veterinarian. Would…
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5 things to know for May 11: Reopening, White House, S. Dakota, election, Arbery case
Are you reading more during coronavirus isolation? If so, why not tackle one of these epic classics? Now you can finally say “Yeah, I read…
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5 things to know for May 11: Reopening, White House, S. Dakota, election, Arbery case
Are you reading more during coronavirus isolation? If so, why not tackle one of these epic classics? Now you can finally say “Yeah, I read…
Continue Reading Tyra Banks responds to backlash over ‘insensitivity’ in ‘America’s Next Top Model’
Tyra Banks has addressed criticism over episodes of “America’s Next Top Model,” after old clips of the TV modeling competition…
Continue Reading China hits back at so-called coronavirus ‘lies’ by US politicians as war of words escalates
China has struck back at what it calls “24 lies” by US politicians in the most sweeping and detailed rebuke yet of accusations over its…
Continue Reading The CDC hasn’t advised cruise lines yet about when they can resume travel
A “No Sail Order” for cruises has been extended until July 24 by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention due to cruises’…
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Pence will not self-quarantine and plans to be at the White House Monday
Vice President Mike Pence is not planning to enter self-quarantine after his press secretary tested positive for coronavirus on Friday and plans to…
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Boris Johnson calls on UK to go back to work in plan to ease lockdown
Boris Johnson called on people across the UK on Sunday to return to work if they cannot do so from home, as the Prime Minister laid out his vision…
Continue Reading Doctors Without Borders dispatched to New Mexico to help the Navajo Nation
At least two teams from Doctors Without Borders are working with Native American communities in New Mexico to help curb the spread of coronavirus,…
Continue Reading The science of gossip (and why everyone does it)
People feed off gossip. It’s one reason why, in the 1960s, the National Enquirer swapped the gory, gruesome headlines they were known for with…
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Coronavirus deaths near 80,000 in the US amid states reopening
A leading model has upped its US coronavirus death toll projection again as governors continue lifting measures toward a reopening. The model from…
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US nears 80,000 coronavirus deaths amid states reopening
A leading model has upped its US coronavirus death toll projection again as governors continue lifting measures toward a reopening. The model from…
Continue Reading 5 people were injured during Texas shooting at a park with 600 people
An estimated 600 people were at a Texas park Sunday when fireworks went off and gunshots rang out. Fort Worth Police responded to Village Creek Park…
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New Mexico woman, 105, who beat 1918 flu, has coronavirus
GALLUP, New Mexico — A 105-year-old New Mexico woman who beat back the 1918 flu that killed millions, including her mother and infant sister, is…
Continue Reading R&B lost three legends this weekend in Little Richard, Andre Harrell and Betty Wright
It was a tough weekend for rhythm and blues with the deaths of three musical icons. Singers Betty Wright and Little Richard along with music…
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El Paso reports another virus death and 18 new cases; governor sends in rapid response team
EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso Department of Public Health on Sunday reported one new coronavirus death, bringing the total number of deaths…
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