Tag: coronavirus
Dow sinks 2,000 points worst day since 2008, S&P 500 drops...
The Dow Jones Industrial Average sank more than 2,000 points on Monday, its worst day since 2008, as fears about the spread of the new coronavirus and an oil price war sent investors scrambling out of stocks.
Silicon Valley Staff encouraged to Work From Home on Virus
Apple Inc. is encouraging employees in Silicon Valley to work from home as an “additional precaution” against the outbreak of coronavirus, joining other major technology companies, including Alphabet Inc. and Microsoft Corp.
Coronavirus victims are anonymous – on purpose. Releasing their names would...
SAN FRANCISCO — In this California epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak, officials say they are trying to be as transparent as possible. They’re keeping a...
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo accuses China of setting back coronavirus...
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Friday blamed China for putting the U.S. “behind the curve” in trying to contain the coronavirus outbreak.
In a CNBC interview,...
Los Angeles County declares coronavirus emergency with 6 new cases
Los Angeles County said Wednesday it is declaring a health emergency as the number of coronavirus cases increased to seven, with six new cases.
Pregnant Utah resident stuck in China due to coronavirus-related visa delays
A Murray resident is currently stuck in China after her attempts to renew her visa were delayed due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Six coronavirus deaths in US, China cases slow
Six people have died in Washington state as the United States grapples with more than 100 cases of the disease caused by the novel coronavirus.
Tim Cook is losing his Apple bet on China
"Tim Cook and Apple Bet Everything on China. Then Coronavirus Hit." Wall Street Journal reports today that Quarantines, tariffs and slumping sales have caused agitation...
How New York and New York City are preparing for coronavirus
No cases of coronavirus have been reported in New York, but state and city officials are taking the necessary steps in order to help residents should the situation change.
US plans trial of Gilead coronavirus drug remdesivir
The U.S. is planning a clinical trial of Gilead’s experimental drug for the novel coronavirus, according to a posting on a government clinical trials database.