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Stocks Sink on Fears Virus Outbreak Will Dent Global Economy
Stocks fell sharply on Wall Street Friday as fears spread through the markets that a virus outbreak emanating from China will dent global growth.
The Shunned: People from Virus-Hit City Tracked, Quarantined
As China institutes the largest quarantine in human history, locking down more than 50 million people in the center of the country, those who have recently been to Wuhan are being tracked, monitored.
US Bars Foreigners Coming from China for Now Over Virus Fear
The United States on Friday declared a public health emergency and took drastic steps to significantly restrict entry into the country because of a new virus that hit China and has spread to other nations.
Hotel Design Trends: Lobbies and Rooms with a Point of View
Many designers are looking to the cities and neighborhoods where hotels are located for decorating inspiration. The vibe inside is skewed more "living room'' than "lobby.''
48 Hours in Arlington, Virginia
Arlington boasts dozens of hotels that average 20 percent less than those in our nation's capital. There's plenty to explore nearby, and you can easily hop in a taxi or car share for the bustling LGBTQ nightlife of D.C.'s Dupont Circle.
Bad Timing: New Virus Poses Threat to Fragile World Economy
This should be peak season for a 12-room hotel near the train station in the Chinese industrial hub of Wuhan. The Chinese New Year usually brings in plenty of travelers and delivers profits of around $3,000 a month.
The Most VIP Superbowl Weekend Costs $1.5M, Includes Butler
Private jet service, a personal butler, or how about a meal with former Patriots star Rob Gronkowski to top off Super Bowl weekend? From legendary nightclubs to exclusive parties, no place caters to the rich and famous quite like glitzy Miami.
Deaths Rise to 132 in China Outbreak as Foreigners Leave
Countries began evacuating their citizens Wednesday from the Chinese city hardest-hit by an outbreak of a new virus that has killed 132 people and infected more than 6,000 on the mainland and abroad.
U.S. Beefs Up Traveler Screenings for Coronavirus
U.S. health officials offered a reality check Tuesday about the scary new virus from China: They're expanding screenings of international travelers and taking other precautions but for now, they insist the risk to Americans is very low.
Airlines Suspend China Flights, Cut Services on China Fears
British Airways and Asian budget carriers Lion Air and Seoul Air have joined a growing list of airlines that are suspending flights to China as fears spread about the outbreak of a new virus that has killed more than 130 people.
Rio Residents Try to Bring Green to A Concrete Jungle
In dozens of places in Rio de Janeiro, people are starting projects to create a greener version of a tree-starved urban landscape that contrasts with the verdant rainforest looming over the city.
Curtain Up: A 72-Hour Theater Adventure in London
Book a flight and "hop the pond" to London, which EDGE named as one of the must-visit destinations of 2020. Three full days will enable you to hit major sites around town and get an insider's look at the theatrical traditions dating back to Shakespeare.
Watch: A Gay Adventure in Costa Rica
Travel vlogger Andrew Neighbors heads to Costa Rica for sun and fun!
China Outbreak Derails Global Tourism, Costing Billions
With tens of millions of Chinese ordered to stay put and many others avoiding travel as a new virus spreads, tourism around the globe is taking a heavy hit during one of the biggest travel seasons in Asia, the Lunar New Year.
California Patient is 4th US Case of New Virus from China
Health officials in Los Angeles County have confirmed a fourth U.S. case of the new pneumonia-like virus from China.
Wuhan Bans Cars, Hong Kong Closes Schools as Virus Spreads
The virus-hit Chinese city of Wuhan, already on lockdown, banned most vehicle use downtown and Hong Kong said it would close schools for two weeks.
For Businesses, Virus in China Fans Fear and Uncertainty
China's worst health crisis in years has sparked fear and uncertainty for businesses from North America to Asia that depend on trade in the affected region.
China Expands Lockdown Against Virus, Fast-Tracks Hospital
China expanded its lockdown against the deadly new virus to an unprecedented 36 million people and rushed to build a prefabricated, 1,000-bed hospital for victims Friday as the outbreak cast a pall over Lunar New Year.
Rainbow Proud at the New York Times Travel Show
Queer travelers and their allies will find a special rainbow enclave at the LGBTQ Travel Pavilion, where 28 tourism brands will be offering trip-planning inspiration.
More Airport Screening Passengers Amid China Virus Outbreak
More airports are beginning to screen passengers arriving from China amid growing concerns Friday over the outbreak of a new virus there that has already killed more than two dozen people and sickened hundreds.