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How severe is the shortage of protective gear facing health care workers, and what is being done to address it? There are continued reports of a lack of basic equipment — most notably masks.

The social network is expanding efforts to curb the spread of harmful misinformation about COVID-19 after pressure from an activist group.

Cases of coronavirus are skyrocketing across the U.S. We’ll talk about the public health crisis, and the politics and economics of the pandemic, in our week in review roundtable.

John Prine, one of America's most revered singer-songwriters, has died after being hospitalized with COVID-19 symptoms. Prine wrote beloved songs like "Hello In There" and "Angel From Montgomery."

After two daily episodes, Das Coronavirus Update, a podcast by one of the world's leading virologists, shot to No.1 in Germany. When does a top coronavirus researcher find time to do a podcast?

Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who earlier tested positive for COVID-19, was admitted to a hospital Sunday as a precautionary step. And, Queen Elizabeth urged self-discipline amid the pandemic.

Planet Money's roundup of a crazy few days in economic news.

A new containment zone in New Rochelle, N.Y., is designed to slow the spread of coronavirus, but officials worry about it reaching seniors, especially those living in nursing homes.

With schools around the country closing for two weeks or more, parents and caregivers face a stiff challenge: Keep kids active, engaged — and as safe as possible. We've got a few suggestions.

The federal government is telling lenders to lower or suspend mortgage payments for up to 12 months for homeowners who have lost income due to the coronavirus outbreak.