The company said stores in China will now reopen. Source
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House passes sweeping coronavirus relief bill
After weeks of downplaying the coronavirus, President Trump declared it a national emergency on Friday. The move potentially frees up to $50 billion in funds to combat it. The president floated a potential plan for drive-thru coronavirus testing while also denying responsibility for the government’s slow roll out of testing kits. Ben Tracy reports from the nation’s capital where the House also passed a sweeping coronavirus relief bill. Source
Eye Opener: Trump declares national emergency over coronavirus
President Trump has declared a national emergency over the coronavirus pandemic, potentially freeing up $50 billion to help combat the public health crisis. Also, singer R-Kelly is facing new federal charges. All that and all that matters in today’s Eye Opener. Your world in 90 seconds. Source
Europe becomes new coronavirus epicenter
Starting midnight on Saturday, President Trump’s travel ban began preventing entry for those traveling from 26 European countries, not including Americans returning home. Europe is now the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic with cases popping up across the continent. The entire country of Italy remains under quarantine, while Norway urged citizens against all foreign travel and called on those abroad to come home. Ian Lee reports from London on how the continent is dealing with the surge of coronavirus cases. Source
How to watch the Democratic debate between Biden and Sanders
Sunday’s debate was moved from Arizona to Washington, D.C., due to concerns about the coronavirus. Source
Public spaces, grocery stores empty amid coronavirus fears
While the federal government works towards a solution, the coronavirus pandemic continues to disrupt daily life. Overnight, Apple said it would close all of its retail stores in the United States and around the world outside of China until March 27. Meanwhile, people practicing social distancing as a precaution has led to empty public spaces through the country. Michael George reports on how hard-hit New Rochelle is handling life under the new normal. Source
House passes coronavirus aid package after national emergency declared
The legislation seeks to provide relief to Americans amid the coronavirus pandemic. Source
Zion Williamson pledges to pay salaries of arena employees for 30 days
Williamson said he will cover the salaries for all Smoothie King Center employees for the next 30 days, as many are “still recovering from long term challenges created by Katrina.” Source
ICE suspends family visits amid coronavirus concerns
The move comes as the agency faces growing calls to release asylum-seekers in its custody who do not pose a threat to public safety. Source
Cruise lines halt U.S. departures for a month over coronavirus
Royal Caribbean, Princess Cruises, MSC Cruises, Disney Cruise Lines and Viking have stopped all U.S. departures. Source