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Israeli Government Criticized For How It Monitors COVID-19 Cases
Israel says it's using phone data to track people exposed to the coronavirus. That touched off a backlash in a country worried about the direction of its democracy.
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Colorado River Rafters Were Unaware Of Pandemic, Other News
A group of rafters were on a trip on the Colorado River while the coronavirus spread throughout the U.S. Disconnected for 25 days, they returned to a very different world.
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States Need Bold Action Against Coronavirus, Michigan Governor Says
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer about her state's response to the coronavirus pandemic. Whitmer, a Democrat, has been critical of the Trump administration's response.
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Amid Coronavirus Outbreak, Restaurant Industry Braces For Losses
Before restaurants closed in Ohio, an anonymous donor tipped $2,500 on a $30 bill at Coaches Bar and Grill in Columbus. In Houston, a $9,400 tip was left for the wait staff at Irma's Southwest Grill.
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'Cats' Bombed At The Box Office But Now It Receives Some Accolades
The musical has earned several Golden Raspberry Awards for being the best, of the worst, in cinema. The awards include worst picture, worst supporting actress and supporting actor, and worst director.
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News Brief: COVID-19 Effects Hit Economy Hard, Biden Wins 3 Primaries
The Trump administration plans a $1 trillion economic stimulus. How will restrictive measures to fight the coronavirus be enforced? And, Joe Biden wins primaries in Arizona, Florida and Illinois.
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COVID-19 Close Boston Bars. Irish Singer Performs From His Porch
A news editor at member station WGBH in Boston, who moonlights as a pub singer, took to his porch Tuesday night to sing since many Massachusetts pubs have been closed because of COVID-19.
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For People With Compromised Immune Systems, COVID-19 Is Serious
Rachel Martin talks to Suzan Norton and her son Michael about coronavirus worries due to his medical condition. His use of a ventilator puts him at high risk if he contracts the disease.
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Joe Biden Wins Big In St. Patrick's Day Democratic Primaries
Former Vice President Joe Biden won primaries in Florida, Illinois and Arizona. Ohio postponed its primary because of coronavirus concerns. Will Sen. Bernie Sanders drop out now?
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EU Locks Down Borders To Try To Slow Spread Of COVID-19
The European Union is closing its external borders for 30 days to slow the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. Movement within EU member nations will still be allowed.
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Trump Proposes Stimulus Package For Coronavirus Outbreak's Economic Damage
The Trump administration is proposing an $850 billion stimulus package to help struggling businesses and individuals weather the economic slowdown triggered by the coronavirus.
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Democratic Presidential Campaigns Adapt To Coronavirus Concerns
The leading Democratic presidential campaigns are working to reach voters at a distance, with virtual rallies and more reliance on outreach by phone and social media.