UN: New daily record as COVID-19 cases hit more than 350,000
The new daily high of 350,766 cases surpasses a record set earlier this week by nearly 12,000. That tally includes more than 109,000 cases from Europe alone.
The new daily high of 350,766 cases surpasses a record set earlier this week by nearly 12,000. That tally includes more than 109,000 cases from Europe alone.
Being overweight now potential coronavirus risk factor, CDC says
According to CDC statistics, over 71% of Americans aged 20 and older are considered overweight or obese.
According to CDC statistics, over 71% of Americans aged 20 and older are considered overweight or obese.
Cranberry juice-drinking skateboarder who found TikTok fame gifted new truck by Ocean Spray
A former Idaho potato farmer who found fame on TikTok was gifted a brand new truck from the makers of his favorite drink: Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice.
A former Idaho potato farmer who found fame on TikTok was gifted a brand new truck from the makers of his favorite drink: Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice.
Florida COVID-19 cases jump by nearly 3,400; death toll passes 15,000
Florida's case total since the start of the coronavirus pandemic is now at 726,013, resulting in 15,068 deaths.
Florida's case total since the start of the coronavirus pandemic is now at 726,013, resulting in 15,068 deaths.
Doctor gives tips on how to keep your holidays COVID-free
Medical professionals say frightened or not, these will be holidays like we have never seen.
Medical professionals say frightened or not, these will be holidays like we have never seen.
Caribe Royale expands, while also helping families in need
The Caribe Royale donated 20 rooms of furniture to Mustard Seed and says there's plenty of other furniture left for other organizations as well.
The Caribe Royale donated 20 rooms of furniture to Mustard Seed and says there's plenty of other furniture left for other organizations as well.
‘Kissing the Coronavirus’: COVID-19 romance novel appears on Amazon
Written by an author under the pen name M.J. Edwards, the story follows a doctor who “fell in love” with the very virus she was hired to cure.
Written by an author under the pen name M.J. Edwards, the story follows a doctor who “fell in love” with the very virus she was hired to cure.
California governor's office says to put on mask between bites
A confusing message released by Governor Gavin Newsom's office encourages people to wear a mask "between bites" when dining out in public, while also saying you should "minimize the number of times you take your mask off."
A confusing message released by Governor Gavin Newsom's office encourages people to wear a mask "between bites" when dining out in public, while also saying you should "minimize the number of times you take your mask off."
Florida unemployment claims surpass 40K in early October
Nationally, the figure for initial claims was 840,000, a decrease of 9,000 from the previous week, the Labor Department reported
Nationally, the figure for initial claims was 840,000, a decrease of 9,000 from the previous week, the Labor Department reported
Regeneron asks FDA for emergency use authorization for antibody drug that treated Trump
Regeneron is seeking emergency use authorization from the FDA for its drug that was used to treat President Donald Trump while he was hospitalized with COVID-19.
Regeneron is seeking emergency use authorization from the FDA for its drug that was used to treat President Donald Trump while he was hospitalized with COVID-19.
UCSF study: COVID symptoms in pregnant women can last longer
New UCSF study finds COVID symptoms in pregnant women can last much longer than those who aren’t pregnant.
New UCSF study finds COVID symptoms in pregnant women can last much longer than those who aren’t pregnant.
IRS extends deadline for millions of Americans to register for stimulus check
The extended deadline is only for individuals who don't typically file a tax return.
The extended deadline is only for individuals who don't typically file a tax return.
Union: 8,800 part-time Disney employees laid off as parks struggle
However, the union also announced that they have come to an agreement with Disney that there will be no permanent layoffs.
However, the union also announced that they have come to an agreement with Disney that there will be no permanent layoffs.
Royal Caribbean to do 'test cruises' before cruises open to the public
Cruise lines are docked right now but they are making plans to set sail soon. They have agreed to test all passengers and crew members for COVID-19. Royal Caribbean is running test cruises to prepare for reopening for business.
Cruise lines are docked right now but they are making plans to set sail soon. They have agreed to test all passengers and crew members for COVID-19. Royal Caribbean is running test cruises to prepare for reopening for business.
Daytona Beach police give warning on crowds as Biketoberfest nears
Chief Capri recommends that people follow CDC guidelines, including social distancing, washing hands, and wearing face masks.
Chief Capri recommends that people follow CDC guidelines, including social distancing, washing hands, and wearing face masks.
Central Florida Golden Corral franchise files for bankruptcy
So far in Florida, only the location in celebration is open for business - with plenty of safety and hygiene upgrades. The owner said he plans to have six of them open by the end of October and ten of them open by the end of the year.
So far in Florida, only the location in celebration is open for business - with plenty of safety and hygiene upgrades. The owner said he plans to have six of them open by the end of October and ten of them open by the end of the year.
Disney laying off thousands of employees
The Walt Disney Company is offering some clarity on upcoming layoffs and who will be impacted.
The Walt Disney Company is offering some clarity on upcoming layoffs and who will be impacted.
President Trump posts new Twitter video on treatment
President Donald Trump posted a new Twitter video touting the treatment he received, calling his COVID-19 case a blessing.
President Donald Trump posted a new Twitter video touting the treatment he received, calling his COVID-19 case a blessing.
IRS reaching out to millions who have not claimed $1,200 stimulus check
The head of the IRS, on the defensive over millions of Americans in danger of missing coronavirus relief payments, says the agency is reaching out to low-income and homeless people, military personnel and veterans and those with limited English to notify them they may be eligible.
The head of the IRS, on the defensive over millions of Americans in danger of missing coronavirus relief payments, says the agency is reaching out to low-income and homeless people, military personnel and veterans and those with limited English to notify them they may be eligible.
Marine general tests positive for COVID-19 after Pentagon meeting
Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Gary Thomas tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, the service announced.
Assistant Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. Gary Thomas tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday, the service announced.