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Shut Out by Virus, Gamblers Turning to Online Betting
Some gamblers who suddenly can't go to a casino to play slot machines, cards or roulette are migrating to internet casinos as the coronavirus shuts down most things involving large gatherings.
More Wipes, No Jeans: Amazon Limits Shipments to Warehouses
To make room for toilet paper, hand sanitizer and other items in high demand during the global viral pandemic, Amazon said it is limiting what brands and independent sellers can send to its warehouses for the next three weeks.
Judge Hands Major Win to Katy Perry in 'Dark Horse' Dispute
A federal judge in Los Angeles handed a major victory to Katy Perry on Tuesday, overturning a jury's verdict that found the pop superstar and her collaborators copied her 2013 hit "Dark Horse" from a 2009 Christian rap song.
Trump's Economic Rescue Package Could Approach $1 Trillion
President Donald Trump is asking Congress to unleash a torrent of emergency economic aid — including direct checks to Americans — in an extraordinary effort to shore up households and the economy.
A Cruel Paradox: Beating Virus Means Causing U.S. Recession
No one knows how long it will last or how much it will hurt. But the U.S. economy is either sliding into a recession for the first time since 2009 or is already in one — a sudden victim of the coronavirus outbreak.
'How Are We Going to Eat?' Virus Tests Europe's Social Nets
The morning rush-hour scene at Madrid's Atocha train station this week perfectly captured the dilemma facing Europe as it confronts the coronavirus.
Administration Announces 90-Day Delay for Many Tax Payments
The Trump administration says individuals and businesses will be allowed to delay paying their 2019 tax bills for 90 days past the usual April 15 deadline.
Airbnb, Hotels Seek U.S. Government Aid as Demand Flattens
Airbnb and U.S. hotel companies are requesting federal assistance to deal with what they call an unprecedented fall-off in demand due to the new coronavirus.
Virus Fears Fuel Spike in Sales of Guns and Ammunition
Just as grocery stores have been stripped bare by Americans panicked by coronavirus, guns and ammunition have started flying off the shelves
Amazon Seeks to Hire 100,000 to Keep Up with Surge in Orders
Amazon said Monday that it needs to hire 100,000 people across the U.S. to keep up with a crush of orders as the coronavirus spreads and keeps more people at home, shopping online.
Global Shares Bounce after Wall St Dive, Recession Warning
Shares rebounded in Europe and Asia on Tuesday after a brutal sell-off that gave the U.S. stock market its worst loss in over 30 years, with many economies grinding to a standstill.
Cinemas Across U.S. Close for Pandemic
U.S. movie theaters nationwide are preparing to shut down after President Donald Trump announced new guidelines urging against gatherings of more than 10 people because of the coronavirus pandemic.
U.S. Official on Virus: 'Every Chance That We Could Be Italy'
The U.S. surgeon general said Monday that the United States is about where Italy was two weeks ago in the coronavirus struggle, a sign that infections are expected to rise in America.
Business Asks Government to Act to Avert 'Devastating' Hit
The nation's largest business organization is asking government leaders to act rapidly to help companies have access to cash and avert a "potentially devastating" hit to the economy.
Virus-Related Shutdowns Bringing U.S. Economy to Grinding Halt
Just a month ago, experts had expected any severe economic pain from the outbreak to be confined mainly to Asia and Europe. Now, forecasters can't downgrade their outlook for the American economy fast enough.
Medical Marijuana Bills Challenge Bible Belt Politics
Facing a potentially historic vote on whether to legalize medical marijuana in Kentucky, Republican lawmaker John Schickel is conflicted.
AP Explains: What Did the Federal Reserve Do Sunday and Why?
Brandishing an array of financial weapons, the Federal Reserve announced extraordinary action Sunday to try to blunt the heavy damage the coronavirus outbreak has begun to inflict on the U.S. economy.
Global Economic Coordination Not Happening in Virus Crisis
With the world economy teetering, plenty of action is being taken — but often without coordination or consultation that could increase its impact.
Party's Over: 4 States Close Bars, Restaurants over Virus
On Saturday night, revelers in many parts of the country ignored warnings against attending large gatherings to prevent the spread of coronavirus. On Sunday, it became clear that in many places, the party is over.
Tenn. Brothers Donate Sanitizer Products Bought for Resale
Thousands of bottles of hand sanitizer and packs of antibacterial wipes and medical masks have been donated after a failed attempt by two Tennessee brothers to resell them for profit .