Factbox:Latest on the spread of the coronavirus around the world
Britain joined the ranks of countries in lockdown to try to hold back the coronavirus pandemic, and data showed business activity collapsing from Australia and Japan to Western Europe at a record pace in March. The picture in the United States is expec…
U.S. could be next ‘virus epicenter’ as India locks down, global recession looms
The United States could become the global epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic, the World Health Organization said on Tuesday, as India announced a full 24-hour, nationwide lockdown in the world’s second-most populous country.
Pentagon leaders indicate coronavirus outbreak could last for months
Senior Pentagon leaders said on Tuesday that the fast-spreading coronavirus outbreak that has hit the United States could continue for months and that the military would continue to support efforts to counter it for as long as needed.
Trump challenged on his early bid to reopen economy
A week after millions of Americans began taking shelter at home from the coronavirus, at least one Republican governor warned on Tuesday against easing restrictions too soon even though the clampdown is devastating the U.S. economy.
Pentagon leaders suggest coronavirus outbreak could continue for months
Senior Pentagon leaders said on Tuesday that the coronavirus pandemic which has hit the United States could continue for months.
U.S. awards $100 million to health centers to boost coronavirus response
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) said on Tuesday it had awarded $100 million to 1,381 health centers across the nation to bolster their response to the coronavirus pandemic.
Trump to use Defense Production Act for coronavirus test kits: CNN
The Trump administration plans to use the Defense Production Act on Tuesday to procure 60,000 coronavirus test kits, amid severe shortages of kits, masks, ventilators and other crucial equipment for healthcare workers, CNN reported on Tuesday.
Trump says Americans will take precautions when they return to work
U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday restated his concerns about the economic toll of the coronavirus impact and said Americans will take precautions to avoid infection when they return to work.
U.S. could become next coronavirus epicenter, WHO says
The World Health Organization said on Tuesday that the United States could become the global epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic, which finally forced reluctant organizers to postpone the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics.
Pentagon says 174 service members have coronavirus
The Pentagon said on Tuesday that 174 service members had the coronavirus, an increase of 41 cases from the day before.
