Charles Morgan Coronavirus By The Numbers

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Today we’re doing coronavirus by the numbers: some statistics that show us just how far, and how fast, COVID-19 has been spreading. There are now more than half a million cases reported worldwide, and more than 1,000 deaths have occurred in the U.S. The economic toll is also high: jobless claims in America surged to more than 3 million this week. At this point, almost everyone is affected, or knows someone who has been affected, in some way by this pandemic. It’s a good reminder that we’re all in this together.

Business

Confused about what the money in the $2 trillion stimulus package will actually be used for? Here’s a breakdown.

As more people stay home, demand for oil including gasoline and jet fuel is plummeting.

An increase in layoffs means some Americans are struggling to pay their rent. Here are the ways that cities are trying to help them out.

Scam alert: this frauster was recently arrested after claiming his pills could prevent coronavirus.

Science & Health

UnitedHealth Group is rolling out a patient-administered COVID-19 test to thousands of doctors.

When it comes to getting medical advice, remember to listen to the experts, not politicians.

Closures of nonessential businesses have prompted a new abortion debate.

What does it look like when a third of the world is under lockdown? Check out these eerie satellite images.

Tracker of the day

Airline Change And Cancellation Policies: Did you make travel plans that now have to change? Check out this updated list of major airline flight changes and cancellation policies.