Stranded lobsters and missing wedding dresses: The coronavirus’ global reach
The food we eat, the work we do and the clothes we wear — many are daily reminders of the vital role China plays in the global economy. In Western…
Men hire lawyer over alleged abuse by U. of Michigan doctor
ANN ARBOR, Mich. — Several men alleging sexual abuse by a deceased University of Michigan doctor have retained a California law firm that is representing dozens of accusers who sued…
Gilead Sciences drug may help treat coronavirus symptoms, according to WHO
Gilead Sciences (GILD) was the top performing stock in the S&P 500 and was just one of two stocks in the Nasdaq-100 that was trading higher on Monday, when the…
Girl, 11, brings AR-15 to Idaho hearing on gun legislation
An 11-year-old girl toting a loaded AR-15 assault weapon appeared Monday with her grandfather, who is supporting legislation that would allow visitors to Idaho who can legally possess firearms to…
Coronavirus outbreak has ‘pandemic potential’ but it’s not there yet, WHO says
Although WHO has declared the outbreak a “public health emergency of international concern,” the outbreak has not met the criteria needed to be described as a pandemic when it comes…
Islamic Jihad announces cease-fire to end Israel fighting
JERUSALEM — The Islamic Jihad militant group in the Gaza Strip announced a unilateral cease-fire on Monday, calling for a halt after two days of intense fighting with Israel, just…
US State Department urges travelers to avoid any water-based travel in Asia
(CNN) — In yet another blow to the troubled cruise industry, US travelers are being urged to steer clear of Asia’s waters. On Monday, the State Department advised cruise ship…
TSA bans employees from using TikTok to create content for the agency
The popular app has come under fire for its ties to China from lawmakers. February 24, 2020, 7:55 PM 4 min read The Transportation Security Administration has banned its employees…
Kobe Bryant service latest: Vanessa Bryant opens up, Michael Jordan wipes away tears
A public memorial service is underway at the Staples Center in downtown Los Angeles to honor NBA great Kobe Bryant and his 13-year-old daughter, Gianna, nearly one month after the…