Factbox: Latest on the spread of coronavirus around the world
The number of people infected with coronavirus topped 111,000 across the world as the outbreak reached more countries and caused more economic damage.
Indian Wells tennis tournament canceled over coronavirus concerns
The Indian Wells tennis tournament, the most prestigious event outside the Grand Slams and tour finals, was canceled on Sunday, over concerns about the spread of a coronavirus in Southern California.
Twitter labels edited clip of Biden retweeted by Trump as manipulated media
Twitter Inc on Sunday used its new “manipulated media” label for the first time on a video clip of U.S. Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden that was retweeted by President Donald Trump.
U.S. Senator Cruz self quarantines after contact with coronavirus carrier
Two U.S. Republican lawmakers, Senator Ted Cruz and Rep. Paul Gosar, said on Sunday they will quarantine themselves after contact at a late February gathering of conservatives with someone who has since tested positive for coronavirus.
Costa Rica raises coronavirus cases to nine, including three Americans
Costa Rica raised to nine the tally of people infected with coronavirus in its territory, up from five a day earlier, the government said Sunday.
Confirmed coronavirus may force Americans to avoid crowds and cancel cruises; U.S. cases near 550
Older Americans, especially those with chronic medical concerns, should probably avoid big social gatherings and airline flights, given the rapid spread of coronavirus, a top U.S. health official said on Sunday, as investors braced for another volatil…
Indian Wells tennis tournament canceled due to coronavirus concerns
The Indian Wells tennis tournament, the most prestigious event outside the Grand Slams and tour finals, was canceled on Sunday over concerns about the spread of the coronavirus in Southern California.
Ted Cruz self quarantines after contact with coronavirus carrier
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz said on Sunday he will quarantine himself at his Texas home this week “out of an abundance of caution” after brief contact 10 days ago at a gathering of conservatives with someone who has since tested positive for coronavirus.
Top U.S. congressional Democrats urge worker protections during coronavirus outbreak
The two top U.S. congressional Democrats urged President Donald Trump on Sunday to act quicker to protect workers affected by the deadly coronavirus, including free testing for the virus and paid sick leave for those under quarantine orders or caring f…
Senator Cruz self quarantines after contact with coronavirus carrier
U.S. Senator Ted Cruz on Sunday said he would self-quarantine after he had contact with a CPAC political conference attendee who tested positive for coronavirus.
