Letters tell taxpayers how much money they’re getting, but also contains effusive praise for the government. Source
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Federal Reserve keeps interest rates near zero
Coronavirus outbreak is “causing tremendous human and economic hardship,” U.S. central bank says. Source
Cuomo promises daily disinfecting of subways amid coronavirus
Governor Andrew Cuomo says the New York City subway system needs to stay open for essential workers amid the coronavirus pandemic, but there are concerns about deteriorating conditions and crowds of homeless people. He promised to enforce daily cleaning and disinfecting. Watch his remarks. Source
Cuomo asks MTA to disinfect subway trains daily
The governor said Tuesday that the number of people newly diagnosed and hospitalized with COVID-19 has continued to decrease. Source
Hubble telescope captures spectacular images of “dying comet”
Before it burst into pieces, astronomers were hoping the comet would be visible by the naked eye when it zooms past Earth next month. Source
The science of sneaker culture: An online course for kids stuck at home in their socks
A class made by virtual course maker Yellowbrick is helping students understand the business side of sneaker culture. An adult course revamped for younger students, the program takes them through the process of designing and marketing their own shoe. Mola Lenghi speaks to some of the students about the sneakers they’ve designed and how the course fundamentals are helping them chart careers beyond fashion. Source
A look at some safety innovations to combat coronavirus
One of the unprecedented effects of the coronavirus pandemic has been a slew of innovation, with people and companies finding inventive ways to uphold public health and safety. Source
Why experts aren’t too worried about COVID-19 patients retesting positive
South Korean officials prompted concern with news that almost 300 coronavirus patients tested positive again after being cleared. Source
Some ignore social distancing to watch flyover
Some worried that the flyover, although patriotic and uplifting, invited people to gather together in violation of social distancing guidelines. Source
Gilead stock jumps on hopes for COVID-19 treatment
Shares climb as much as 7% after company says experimental antiviral drug remdesivir helped patients if given early. Source