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Coronavirus 'could trigger damage on scale of 2008 financial crisis'
Analysts issue warning over Covid-19 as global financial markets continue to tumble
Wall Street extends losses as spread of coronavirus outside China picks up
Coronavirus: Parent with virus causes Buxton school closure
The primary school in Buxton says a deep clean of the premises is taking place.
Mars Inc. CEO on coronavirus: 'Nobody really knows the ongoing impact'
As the coronavirus spreads across the globe, investors are looking for reassurance about its escalating economic effects — they won’t get much consolation from Mars CEO Grant Reid. The company has manufacturing operations in China, he said, expressing concern first and foremost for the safety of the company’s 10,000 employees in the country. “We have a big business in China,” he says. While he acknowledged the ultimate impact of the outbreak is...
LA officials discuss emergency protocols amid preparations for coronavirus outbreak
LA officials discuss emergency protocols amid preparations for coronavirus outbreak
CDC reportedly took 4 days to test Solano County resident for coronavirus
New details emerged Wednesday evening about the latest Covid-19 case in Northern California, that's being called the first in the U.S. that has no known connection to travel abroad or another known case.
Coronavirus 'highly likely' to hit Northern Ireland
A virologist says it would be a surprise if the virus did not affect NI, but people should not panic.
Dow futures slide 300 points on fears the coronavirus could be spreading to the US
South Korean Leader Said Coronavirus Would ‘Disappear.’ It Was a Costly Error.
Opposition politicians are vowing to make what they call Moon Jae-inâs incompetence the top election issue âfor April 15 parliamentary polls.
Google searches for 'coronavirus' spike during Trump presser raising concerns about the consumer
Google searches for “coronavirus” spiked during President Trump’s press conference on Wednesday evening, where he downplayed concerns about the virus, noting “the risk remains very low” in the U.S. Julia La Roche is a Correspondent at Yahoo Finance.
CDC confirms the first US coronavirus case of 'unknown' origin. The California patient was hospitalized for days before getting tested
A California patient being treated for novel coronavirus is the first US case of unknown origin, CDC officials said.
Red Sox say they never quarantined pitcher Chih-Jung Liu for fear of coronavirus
World scrambles to curb fast-spreading coronavirus
Governments boosted measures on Thursday to battle the fast-spreading coronavirus as the number of infections outside China, the source of the outbreak, for the first time surpassed those appearing inside the country.
U.S. Coronavirus Outbreak Would Pose Risk to Record Expansion
Spreading of the epidemic could lead to school closures, public-event cancellations and wide business disruptions. But economists say an activity slowdown would be followed by a sharp rebound.
Coronavirus will wipe out corporate profit growth in 2020 and may trigger recession: Goldman Sachs
Strategists at Goldman Sachs just reminded investors why they are dumping stocks hand over fist right now. The coronavirus may wipe out corporate growth in 2020, perhaps completely. Goldman Sachs said Thursday in a note U.S. companies will generate no earnings growth in 2020. Underlying the call is Goldman’s view that the coronavirus is expected to spread around the globe and severely harm economic activity.
The Finance 202: Coronavirus is already disrupting the economy. Look at West Coast ports.
Why the Fed might delay its response to the coronavirus: Morning Brief
Why the Fed might delay its response to the coronavirus: Morning Brief
Zimbabwe businesses count cost of the impact of coronavirus
The coronavirus outbreak has hit small businesses in Zimbabwe that import tech and clothing from China. As Privilege Musvanhiri reports from Harare, business owners say they are struggling to get supplies.
700 People In NY Being Monitored For Possible Coronavirus
NEW YORK (WCBS 880) -- Approximately 700 people in New York are being monitored for possible exposure to the coronavirus, according to the health department. The health department has asked about 83 people in Nassau County, 29 in Suffolk County and eight in Westchester to voluntarily isolate themselves for two weeks. So far, no cases in New York City or New Jersey are being monitored. While there continues to be NO confirmed cases of coronavirus...
Coronavirus: Italy's priests told to take steps at mass to stop spread
Advice includes avoiding placing holy communion wafers directly on tongues
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Moscow Rounds up Stray Animals Kills Rats Over Coronavirus Fears
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Why South Korea may have more coronavirus cases than the US
Global health experts say the scope of South Korea’s coronavirus diagnostic capability exhibit impressive lab capabilities that no other country can match at the moment.
Sen. Hawley to introduce Coronavirus bill aimed at securing medical supply chain
Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., plans to introduce legislation on Thursday aimed at securing America's medical supply chain, as fears about the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continue to grow.
Coronavirus: Monmouth and Ocean counties quarantine residents back from trips to China
The measures have been strictly precautionary as no one in quarantine — in Monmouth or Ocean counties — has shown symptoms of the illness to date.
Trump frustrated by CDC's coronavirus severity warning
President Trump’s Wednesday coronavirus press conference marked his second-ever appearance in the White House briefing room. Flanked by administration health and CDC officials, he tried to reassure Americans that the situation was contained even as the CDC warned those living in the U.S. that a likely outbreak would cause a severe disruption to daily life. Paula Reid is at the White House where Trump is reportedly frustrated that health experts did not paint a more positive outlook.
Coronavirus: Dettol demand spikes as markets fall again
The owner of the disinfectant brand says sales have risen, but supplies are facing disruption.
Two more people die from coronavirus in Italy: civil protection agency
Two more people have died in Italy from coronavirus, bringing the death toll fro...
FedEx Express adjusts shipping services as coronavirus outbreak spreads
Measures to contain the coronavirus are affecting FedEx service to and from China, according to company service alerts.
Coronavirus: Here's why local governments are declaring emergencies and what that means for you
Since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Tuesday warned that it's not a question of if, but when the novel coronavirus will spread in the United States, some places have already issued emergency declarations, and more could be coming from cities, counties and states.
Why San Francisco has declared a coronavirus state of emergency: Your questions answered
Why has San Francisco declared a state of emergency when there aren't any confirmed coronavirus cases among city residents? San Francisco's Executive Director of the Emergency Management Department Mary Ellen Carroll answers that question.
US is buying half a billion masks to guard against coronavirus
The US Department of Health and Human Services is purchasing the masks and respirators to bulk up its so-called Strategic National Stockpile.
Samsung S20 camera issues the coronavirus gets serious for tech and the US and more
Plus: cities need smarter bikes, not self-driving cars
The Fed Can’t Inoculate the Economy From Coronavirus
The outbreak is emerging as perhaps the greatest risk the global economy has faced since the 2008 financial crisis.
The spread of coronavirus is shuttering film sets and closing movie theaters overseas
Coronavirus May Explode in U.S. Overnight Just Like in Italy
Sooner or later, it’s virtually bound to happen. Though novel 2019 coronavirus cases in the United States have so far ticked up in fits and starts, experts on deadly diseases say Americans should be prepared to see an overnight boom in cases that mirror the skyrocketing outbreaks in Italy and South Korea. At last count from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), there were 60 confirmed novel 2019 coronavirus cases in the U.S. One...
500 new coronavirus cases in South Korea as total nears 1800
Cases of the infectious COVID-19 disease in South Korea rose to 1,766 confirmed patients on Thursday as U.S. and Korean combined forces announced that they would indefinitely postpone their annual joint military drills.
VERIFY: While the death rate for coronavirus is higher more people have died from the flu
As the United States braces for the coronavirus outbreak, many government and health leaders are pumping the breaks on public panic. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear became the latest when he told reporters that the flu should be of more concern to our communities. RELATED: Japan closing all schools through March to curb coronavirus “The flu has been significantly more deadly than the coronavirus,” Beshear said. “We want to make sure anytime we’re...
Coronavirus Update: Officials want more screenings at JFK other NYC airports
Coronavirus Update: Officials want more screenings at JFK, other NYC airports
Coronavirus Is Breaking Out All Over. Can We Call It a Pandemic?
Empty classrooms, shuttered restaurants and hospitals bursting with patients. That was the scene in Mexico City in 2009 when a new strain of flu swept across much of the country and spread around the world.
AB InBev sees a 10% hit to its first-quarter profit from coronavirus
Anheuser-Busch InBev forecast a 10% decline in its first-quarter profit after a weaker-than-expected finish to 2019, as the world's largest beer maker expects the coronavirus outbreak to dent its earnings.
A US coronavirus outbreak is almost inevitable. Here's how you can prepare.
The CDC has said we need to prepare for a widespread COVID-19 outbreak. How?
‘We’re definitely all going to die’: Late-night hosts roast Trump’s coronavirus response
Coronavirus outbreak's impact on St. Louis-area universities expands
While there currently are no known cases in St. Louis of the new coronavirus identified late last year in China, St. Louis-area universities are feeling the impact as the outbreak continues to spread. First identified in December in Wuhan, China, the new COVID-19 respiratory disease has been detected in 37 locations internationally, including in the United States, according to a Tuesday update by the Centers for Disease Control, which warned...
Elizabeth Warren Wants to 'Take Every Dime' Trump Is Spending on His 'Racist' Border Wall and Divert It to Fight Coronavirus
The presidential hopeful said the Trump administration's response to the crisis is "all about politics."
Japan coronavirus clouds gather as woman tests positive for second time
A woman working as a tour-bus guide in Japan tested positive for the coronavirus...
On the Trail: Coronavirus South Carolina and Super Tuesday
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US briefing: coronavirus tsar Trump sues NYT and Milwaukee shooting
Thursday’s top story: Trump appoints Pence to oversee response as coronavirus spreads in California. Plus, why your brain is not like a computer after all
Iran Coronavirus Cases Surge to 245 as Saudi Arabia Limits Entry
Iran reported 87 new coronavirus cases, bringing the total to 245, the largest in the Middle East. The number of patients in Kuwait almost doubled.
'We're trying to make sure we make the right decisions' - Australian Olympic boss on coronavirus
Mission chief Chesterman insists that his athletes are totally focussed on Tokyo 2020 and expect to be in Japan in July
See buying opportunities in coronavirus outbreak strategist says
Francesco Castelli, head of fixed income at Banor Capital, discusses investing amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Pence in charge of coronavirus response as Democrats continue primary campaigns - live updates
Vice-president Mike Pence to co-ordinate federal response to coronavirus outbreak
Indonesia Says Lack of Coronavirus Cases a Blessing From God
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More new coronavirus cases outside China than inside
Coronavirus continues to spread worldwide, with new cluster outbreaks in South Korea, Europe, and the Middle East. Follow here for the latest.
Greece can't assess coronavirus economic impact yet central bank says
Greece's central bank is sticking to its economic growth projections as it ...
Iran's death toll from coronavirus reaches 26: health ministry
Iran said on Thursday its death toll from coronavirus had risen to 26 and the to...
ECB 'very worried' about coronavirus spread: Schnabel
The European Central Bank is "very worried" about the spread of the co...
I Prepared for Everything but Not Coronavirus on a Cruise Ship
Last year, I published a thriller set on a cruise. A few weeks ago, I found myself quarantined on the Diamond Princess.
The Coronavirus Goes Global
The illness is on every continent except Antarctica, with more new cases now being reported outside China than within. But how threatening is the outbreak, really?
Trump downplays risk places Pence in charge of coronavirus outbreak response
The president’s positive message was at odds with statements by top members of his administration in recent days who have warned of an unpredictable virus that could spread into communities and upend Americans’ daily lives.
Coronavirus Nightmare Could Be the End for Europe’s Borderless Dream
The crown jewel of the E.U., its network of open internal borders, has been hit hard by the refugee crisis. The virus could deliver another blow.
Standard Chartered Warns on Coronavirus’s Impact on Growth
Asia-focused lender Standard Chartered said the coronavirus epidemic would slow its profit growth this year, adding to the headwinds it faces from social unrest in Hong Kong and the aftermath of the trade war.
Coronavirus: Saudi Arabia suspends entry for pilgrims visiting holy sites
Visitors to the major holy sites of Mecca and Medina are barred in the fight against the virus.
Hollywood Grapples With Impact of Coronavirus
The outbreak has already forced U.S. studios to postpone several big films’ release in China. Now the epidemic is starting to disrupt production of the next slate of blockbusters.
President Trump’s Coronavirus response highlights a flawed drug pricing system
Most Coronavirus Cases Are Mild. That’s Good and Bad News.
More than 80 percent of confirmed coronavirus cases are not severe, according to a large Chinese study. But mild symptoms could also make the epidemic harder to contain.
What Would a Coronavirus Outbreak in the U.S. Mean for Schools?
Districts have infectious disease protocols. But few have detailed plans to teach online if schools were closed for long periods.
Pilgrims to Muslim Holy Sites Risk Spreading Coronavirus
Religious pilgrimages and ceremonies in the Middle East have emerged as a dangerous new risk in the spread of coronavirus in the region, as Iran fights to contain the deadly epidemic and Saudi Arabia restricted access to two of Islam’s holiest sites.
Standard Chartered misses growth targets amid coronavirus fears
Standard Chartered to miss growth targets amid coronavirus fears %7C Standard Chartered %7C The Guardian
Coronavirus Live Updates: Outbreak Has Reached at Least 44 Countries
Japan became only the second country to shutter schools nationwide. Cases have been confirmed in at least 47 countries.
Mike Pence was criticized for his handling of Indiana’s HIV outbreak. He will lead the U.S. coronavirus response.
Iran Can’t Hide Its Coronavirus Explosion But It’s Trying Hard—and Putting the World in Danger
Iran’s deputy health minister was drenched in sweat at the press conference on Monday where he vehemently denied Tehran was covering up the extent of the coronavirus outbreak. He kept wiping his brow with his handkerchief and was in visible distress as he said quarantines were a “stone-age” way to address the problem, and Iran doesn’t need them. Then, sure enough, that night he tested positive for the virus himself and put himself in quarantine....
Trump Names Mike Pence to Lead Coronavirus Response
President Trump sought to reassure the country that his government was controlling the spread of the coronavirus after his administration weathered days of criticism.
Standard Chartered posts 46% jump in profit but warns of 2020 coronavirus hit
Standard Chartered posted a substantial rise in pre-tax profit for 2019 on Thursday, but the Asia-focused bank warned that the spread of the coronavirus would likely slow progress toward one of its key earnings targets.
Coronavirus could lead to drug shortages in US
The recent coronavirus outbreak has revealed vulnerabilities in supply chains that deliver drugs to the U.S.
Japan to close schools nationwide to control spread of coronavirus
Japan is announcing the closure of schools nationwide to help control the spread of the new virus.
U.S. Coronavirus Patient in California Wasn't Tested for COVID-19 for Days
Over 2,800 people have died of COVID-19 in over 82,000 cases worldwide.
Cruise Ship Sailing for Mexico After Being Denied Entry in Jamaica and Grand Cayman Over Coronavirus Fears
MSC Meraviglia has received “formal and final authorization” to call in Cozumel, Mexico
South Korea's massive coronavirus testing reflects nimble health care infrastructure
Global health experts say the scope of South Korea’s coronavirus diagnostic capability exhibit impressive lab capabilities that no other country can match at the moment.
Trump Is 'Ignorant' About Coronavirus and Doesn't Understand Public Health WHO Official Warns
Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel said that Trump's Wednesday briefing revealed "how little he actually knows" about the outbreak.
Shooting: India cancels pre-Olympic base in Korea amid coronavirus outbreak
The Indian shooting federation has dropped Italy as a training venue for its sho...
Iran struggles to contain coronavirus outbreak putting Middle East countries at risk
U.S. sees first coronavirus case of unknown origin in Bay Area
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Wednesday a new case of coronavirus in a Northern California resident who did not visit China or another foreign country and who did not have contact with an infected person, according to the Washington Post and other media outlets.
Shipping’s Smaller Operators Are Most Susceptible to the Coronavirus Financial Impact
Many companies are struggling to stay afloat as the impact of the coronavirus outbreak sweeps across supply chains, slashing production in China and dealing a blow to global trade and the movement of goods.
CDC Identifies First Coronavirus Case In US Of Unknown Origin That Might Suggest Community Spread
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Wednesday confirmed a novel coronavirus (COVID-19) case in California that could potentially point to a community spread, Bloomberg reports. What Happened The public health institute said it couldn't identify where the patient may have caught the virus. They didn't have either a travel history or contact with another person confirmed to carry the virus. "It's possible this could be an instance of...
Officials at Trump’s coronavirus briefing focused on preventing the spread of criticism of Trump
French President Macron visits Paris hospital treating coronavirus
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday visited a hospital in Paris that ha...
Trump’s Coronavirus Strategy: ‘Stay Clean’ Wash Hands and Avoid Friends
Speaking to reporters at the White House, the president shared a story about precautions he had taken to avoid illness: âI said, âExcuse me,â and started washing my hands. You have to do this.â
France's Macron says coronavirus 'epidemic is on the way'
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday called the coronavirus outbreak a &...
Coronavirus Is Breaking Out All Over. Can We Say the P-Word?
Empty classrooms, shuttered restaurants and hospitals bursting with patients. That was the scene in Mexico City in 2009 when a new strain of flu swept across much of the country and spread around the world.
Microsoft warns it will miss guidance for segment that includes Windows because of coronavirus
The coronavirus had already been a factor in Microsoft's forecast for the More Personal Computing business, which now no longer applies.
Alaska Tourism Officials See an Opportunity in Coronavirus
“If you’re interested in the Great Wall and ancient sites, Alaska also offers spectacular natural sites,” said one Anchorage tourism official.
Live updates: Fears grow of a coronavirus pandemic as markets stumble again
Massive coronavirus testing program in South Korea underscores nimble public health infrastructure
Global health experts say the scope of South Koreaâs coronavirus diagnostic capability exhibit impressive lab capabilities that no other country can match at the moment.
Democratic Candidates Take Aim at Trump’s Coronavirus Effort
Elizabeth Warren called for redirecting funds from President Trumpâs border wall to fight the virus, and many candidates voiced skepticism of the administrationâs leadership.
Saudia Arabia bans foreign pilgrims as coronavirus hits region
Kingdom yet to report a case but 240 confirmed so far throughout the Middle East
Coronavirus Causes U.S. South Korea to Call Off Joint Military Exercises
Washington and Seoul postponed planned joint military exercises “until further notice,” as South Korea struggles to contain the coronavirus.
As Coronavirus Slams Small Business a Noodle Shop Fights for Life
China’s entrepreneurs, essential to the economy, have seen their fortunes plummet. Many millions of jobs are at stake.
