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Harry and Meghan Urge 'Empathy and Kindness' Against Virus
Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan, are urging people to show "empathy and kindness" in the face of the pandemic.
Wuhan Offers Hope on Virus Front, Italy Nears Stark Toll
In a sign of hope, the Chinese city of Wuhan reported no new homegrown infections, but in a stark warning for the world, Italy appeared set to surpass China's death toll from the virus.
Celebrities Get Virus Tests, Raising Concerns of Inequality
Celebrities, politicians and professional athletes faced a backlash this week as many revealed that they had been tested for the coronavirus, even when they didn't have a fever or other tell-tale symptoms.
How Long Will Americans be Fighting the Coronavirus?
In a matter of days, millions of Americans have seen their lives upended by measures to curb the spread of the new coronavirus. How long will this last? Scientists say there isn't a simple answer.
'Deliciously Disabled' Queer Bear Andrew Gurza Wants More Sex
Disability Awareness Consultant Andrew Gurza discusses his ambitions as well as his desire for (a lot) more sex.
New Zealand Passes Landmark Law to Decriminalize Abortion
The new law allows women who are up to 20 weeks pregnant to get an abortion and those over 20 weeks to get one with approval from a health practitioner.
Distilleries Using High-Proof Alcohol to Make Hand Sanitzer
Eight Oaks Farm Distillery filled its first 20 bottles on Monday, a batch destined for charitable groups that need hand sanitizer but haven't been able to get it due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Backlash in Wake of Winter Party Attendee's COVID-19 Disclosure
Although organizers of the Winter Party in Miami Beach provided hand sanitizer, encouraged social distancing, and went with what they knew at the time, afterwards, an attendee tested positive for coronavirus.
Vanessa Hudgens Reassures Fans, Miley Cyrus Spreads Hope Amid Coronavirus
From finding ways to help others cope to sheltering in place to canceling events, here's a look at some of the ways the entertainment industry is reacting to the spread of the coronavirus.
Virus Infections Hit 200,000; Borders Jammed in Europe
The number of people infected worldwide crested the 200,000 mark and deaths topped 8,000, with the number of people now recovered at more than 82,000, according to a tally kept by Johns Hopkins University.
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.
Coronavirus: 3 Lessons From the AIDS Crisis
The U.S. made serious mistakes when the HIV virus and AIDS emerged. Those errors cost many lives. But our nation learned a few things, too.
Coronavirus — Its Impact on HIV and the LGBTQ Community
The WHO has declared a global pandemic as coronavirus (COVID-19), which has killed 7,500 people globally & infected over 185,000, rapidly spreads. The LGBTQ community & those living with HIV are quickly mobilizing to understand & respond.
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.
Spreading Birthday Card Love in the Time of Coronavirus
A Norwegian mother appealed to Facebook to help celebrate her children's birthdays.
PopUps: Jared Leto Just Learned of the Coronavirus Pandemic
Jared Leto might be the last person in Hollywood to learn of the coronavirus pandemic.
Sex Workers Face Ruin Amid Virus Fears, Brothel Closures
Sex for sale has long been a staple part of the German capital's freewheeling nightlife. But amid concerns over the new coronavirus, even the world's supposedly oldest profession is suffering a sudden slump.
4 Things to Know About Hand Sanitizer and Why Vodka Won't Protect You From COVID-19
Biologist Jeffrey Gardner explains why alcohol is a key ingredient in hand sanitizer, and why he doesn't recommend making your own supply at home.
Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson Reportedly Released from Hospital
Tom Hanks and his wife, Rita Wilson, were released from an Australian hospital on Tuesday, five days after they were diagnosed with the new coronavirus, media reported.
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.