Musical trio Major Lazer, led by producer and DJ Diplo, collaborated with Marcus Mumford of Mumford and Sons for the first time on the new song “Lay Your Head on Me.” The accompanying video features performers from 28 countries, all shot at home over the last month. Anthony Mason speaks with Diplo and Mumford about the song. Source
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McConnell calls for liability protections in next coronavirus bill
Congressional Democrats and Republicans are beginning to spar over what should be included in the next relief package. Source
Governors in Michigan and Wisconsin announce plans for gradual reopening
This week Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced plans for a data-driven phased reopening of her state’s economy. Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers also said some businesses could get back to work as soon as Wednesday. It comes after both governors faced push-back from Republican state legislators. CBS News campaign reporters Adam Brewster and Jack Turman joined CBSN with the details. Source
U.S. economy shrank nearly 5% in the first quarter
Growth figures only hint at the coronavirus’s economic impact, with GDP set for a much steeper fall. Source
Plenty of loopholes in replenished Paycheck Protection Program
A range of larger companies, from ammo makers to kombucha bottlers, remain eligible for small business funds. Source
Quest Diagnostics selling coronavirus antibody test
Consumers can buy the $199 test online, but must then schedule an appointment at a blood-draw center. Source
NFL player joins coronavirus battle as a doctor
“It’s wild to think that just 10 weeks earlier I played in the biggest game in sports,” said Kansas City Chiefs player Laurent Duvernay-Tardif, who is now working at a long-term care facility. Source
Hundreds at funeral spark NYPD response and mayor warning
Hundreds of people gathered in Brooklyn Tuesday evening for a rabbi’s funeral, sparking a stern warning for New York City’s mayor. Source
Coronavirus linked to strokes in younger adults
Doctors report several patients in their 30s and 40s who tested positive for COVID-19 experienced severe strokes. Source
How people on the autism spectrum are navigating pandemic-forced routine disruption
The abrupt disruption to routine caused by the coronavirus pandemic has hit some people especially hard, especially those diagnosed with autism. April is World Autism Month. Jamie Wax shows viewers how some individuals on the autism spectrum are coping, and how the pandemic is highlighting the value of autistic people in the workforce. Source