Politics

April 03, 2020

President Jair Bolsonaro has remained defiant even after US President Donald Trump, who has been his political role model, walked back his own skepticism about the coronavirus outbreak. Bolsonaro’s stance has isolated him politically in Brazil.

COVID-19: The latest from The World

How the US coronavirus stimulus package compares to those of Europe

The World

April 03, 2020

The US just passed a $2 trillion stimulus. But how does it look compared to efforts in some European countries to mitigate the economic effect of the coronavirus pandemic?

The Big Fix

Coronavirus has changed how we transport goods and ourselves. But will it last?

The World

April 03, 2020

If the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that what’s “normal” can change dramatically and quickly to protect public health — and those lessons may be good for the climate, too.

COVID-19: The latest from The World

South Korea flattened the curve. Now what?

The World

April 03, 2020

While an increasing number of countries are tightening their borders in an effort to halt further infections, South Korea is taking a different approach. But a rise in imported cases threatens to roll back some of the country’s progress.

Top of The World

Coronavirus cases pass 1 million; poor communities left vulnerable; love in the time of corona

The World

April 03, 2020

Global cases of the novel coronavirus have surged past 1 million. In the US, economists predict 30 million people could be out of work by the end of April. Poor communities in Kenya feel particularly vulnerable as the coronavirus spreads and the government enforces brutal crackdown measures. And love in the time of coronavirus: From video-chat first dates to impromptu cohabitation, love will find a way.

COVID-19: The latest from The World

Coronavirus cases exceed 1 million, wreaking world havoc

Reuters

April 03, 2020

Global cases of the new coronavirus have shot past 1 million with more than 53,000 fatalities, a Reuters tally showed on Friday, as death tolls kept soaring in the United States and western Europe while the world economy spiralled disastrously.

COVID-19: The latest from The World

Monopoly on COVID-19 treatment would be 'dangerously stupid,' MSF doctor says

The World

April 02, 2020

When a treatment for the coronavirus becomes available, who would get access to it? This question is of growing concern to policymakers and medical officials around the globe. Dr. Manuel Martin, an advisor with Médecins Sans Frontières, speaks with The World's Marco Werman about why a potential monopoly by one pharmaceutical company worries him.

COVID-19: The latest from The World

Is the Navy doing enough to protect sailors from coronavirus?

The World

April 02, 2020

Sailors are especially vulnerable in the coronavirus pandemic. Following an outbreak on the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt, The World's Marco Werman spoke to Acting US Navy Secretary Thomas Modly about the US military's readiness for coronavirus — and the sometimes conflicting goals of protecting US sailors while maintaining combat effectiveness.

COVID-19: The latest from The World

How groups are helping domestic violence survivors during coronavirus lockdowns

The World

April 02, 2020

Millions of people across the world have been ordered to stay home under the assumption that home is the safest place for them. That's not the case for people who are now stuck at home with their abusers. A network of women's organizations in Europe explains how groups are stepping in to help domestic violence survivors.

Top of The World

Global leadership withers as strongmen grab power; Unemployment rises, frontline workers fear for livelihoods; Gaza Strip fears spread of the coronavirus

The World

April 02, 2020

Novel coronavirus cases continue their exponential rise. But desperately needed global leadership is retreating behind national borders — and in some cases, leaders continue to deny the severity of the crisis. Also, unemployment in the US has hit record numbers, and health care workers around the globe continue to face personal and financial risks. And, should Americans be wearing masks in public? When the people are away, the animals will come out to play. In Wales, a herd of goats has taken to the streets of a resort town.

Politics

Brazilians protest Bolsonaro’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic

How the US coronavirus stimulus package compares to those of Europe

Coronavirus has changed how we transport goods and ourselves. But will it last?

South Korea flattened the curve. Now what?

Coronavirus cases pass 1 million; poor communities left vulnerable; love in the time of corona

Coronavirus cases exceed 1 million, wreaking world havoc

Monopoly on COVID-19 treatment would be 'dangerously stupid,' MSF doctor says

Is the Navy doing enough to protect sailors from coronavirus?

How groups are helping domestic violence survivors during coronavirus lockdowns

Global leadership withers as strongmen grab power; Unemployment rises, frontline workers fear for livelihoods; Gaza Strip fears spread of the coronavirus

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