Is It Time to Stop Clapping for Health Care Workers? An Organizer Thinks So
“To maintain the positive impact that it’s had so far, it’s best to stop at its peak,” said Annemarie Plas, who started #ClapForOurCarers.
Black Coronavirus Patients Land in Hospitals More Often, Study Finds
Compared to white or Hispanic patients, black patients seeking care have more advanced cases of Covid-19, researchers reported.
Remdesivir Coronavirus Trial: Federal Scientists Finally Publish Data
A clinical trial led to the authorization of the only drug shown to work in Covid-19 patients. But until now, few experts had seen the numbers.
Together, Alone: The Car as Shelter in the Pandemic
The fears of infection from the coronavirus have created a new role in society for the automobile, where birthdays, weddings and other events are being celebrated.
How Upbeat Vaccine News Fueled a Stock Surge, and an Uproar
The desperate hunt for treatments and vaccines has changed how researchers, regulators, drug companies like Moderna, investors and journalists do their jobs.
Pandemic Swells in South America, as the U.S. Nears 100,000 Deaths
Gaza reports its first coronavirus death. New York is allowing gatherings of up to 10.
White House Worries About Kelly Loeffler’s Senate Prospects in Georgia
President Trump, concerned about his own outlook in the state, plans to stay on the sideline in a race where he favored a different choice for senator.
Uncertain Results in Study of Convalescent Serum for Covid-19
Do antibodies from patients who have recovered actually help those struggling with the disease?
Will the Coronavirus Kill What’s Left of Americans’ Faith in Washington?
In 2019, just 17 percent of Americans said they trusted the federal government to do the right thing. The pandemic appears to be eroding their faith even more.
What a Week’s Disasters Tell Us About Climate and the Pandemic
Extreme weather presents an even bigger threat when economies are crashing and ordinary people are stretched to their limits.
Why Is the SAT Falling Out of Favor?
The University of California will no longer use SAT and ACT scores in admissions decisions. Critics say the tests put less wealthy students at a disadvantage.
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