With Strict Social Distancing, U.S. COVID-19 Deaths May Total 100,000 Which cities and states are days away from facing a spike in COVID-19 cases? Which others are simmering hotspots that will take 2 to 3 weeks to flare? We examine the U.S. map for red flags in data. Nurith Aizenman
Coronavirus Updates: Trump Signs Relief Bill NPR politics and science correspondents round up the latest news in the federal response to the coronavirus epidemic in the United States, including of the passage of the emergency rescue bill. Kelsey Snell
David Biello: A Journey Into Uncharted Territory There's so much we've yet to explore—from outer space to the deep ocean to our own brains. This hour, Manoush goes on a journey through those uncharted places, led by TED Science Curator David Biello.
Coronavirus Latest: New Guidelines For Counties, Unemployment Spikes Following the latest Coronavirus Task Force briefing, NPR correspondents detail the White House plan to categorize counties based on their coronavirus risk and the congressional rescue bill. Tamara Keith
Why The Coronavirus Outbreak Has Hit New York City Especially Hard NPR national and science correspondents answer listener questions about why the coronavirus outbreak has been especially bad in New York City and the surrounding region. Rebecca Hersher
As The Coronavirus Crisis Heats Up, Why Aren't We Hearing From The CDC? Usually in U.S. health emergencies — HIV, vaping and more — the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is key to shaping policy and explaining it. That's changing to our detriment, leaders say. Nell Greenfieldboyce
Adam Alter: How Do We Take Back Control Of Our Attention? Within the last decade, we've opted to replace time spent on hobbies, exercise, and conversation with screen time. Social psychologist Adam Alter describes ways we can reclaim our attention. NPR/TED Staff
How Genetic Mapping Is Allowing Scientists To Track The Spread Of Coronavirus Scientists are using genetic sequences of the coronavirus to learn where and how it is spreading. The approach relies on technology that didn't exist just a few years ago. Jon Hamilton
How Long Can Coronavirus Survive On Hard Surfaces? The new coronavirus can survive on hard surfaces such as plastic and stainless steel for up to 72 hours and on cardboard for up to 24 hours. To prevent transmission, keep surfaces clean. Allison Aubrey
COVID-19 Threatens Food Supply Chain As Farms Worry About Workers Falling Ill COVID-19 has turned one end of the food industry, stores and restaurants, on its head. At the other end, though, food production hums along as usual — but that could change if workers catch the virus. Dan Charles
