An ambitious testing program by the University of Miami began in South Florida on Monday. The goal is to clear up the chaotic picture of just how widespread the coronavirus is, which in turn should help some governments plan its response. Dr. Jon LaPook has a look. Source
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Easter Bunny, Tooth Fairy are “essential workers” in New Zealand
Even a global pandemic can’t stop the Easter Bunny and Tooth Fairy. Source
Supreme Court curtails extended absentee voting in Wisconsin
The dispute over absentee voting in Wisconsin is the first stemming from the coronavirus pandemic to reach the U.S. Supreme Court. Source
Boris Johnson moved to intensive care unit after coronavirus symptoms worsen
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has become the first head of state to be moved into intensive care as he battles coronavirus. Charlie D’Agata reports. Source
U.S. hospitals continue struggle with equipment shortages during pandemic
A new report reveals U.S. hospitals are under massive strain, plagued by shortages and burned out medical professionals. Weijia Jiang reports from the White House. Source
New York hospitals struggle as military reinforcements arrive to battle coronavirus
The U.S. now reports more than 360,000 cumulative coronavirus cases. Three out of 4 American hospitals are now treating patients with COVID-19. But there are signs that the outbreak might be leveling off in its epicenter, New York state. Mola Lenghi has the latest. Source
Trump and Biden spoke about coronavirus response
President Trump described it as a “warm” phone call. Source
Coronavirus pandemic takes heavy toll on minority communities in the U.S.
Alarming new statistics reveal how big of an impact the coronavirus pandemic is affecting African American and Latinx communities. Adriana Diaz has a look at the numbers. Source
How troubling times have brought out creative performers
Performers are not letting the need to stay apart keep them from creating soul-soothing sounds together. Source
2020 Daily Trail Markers: Wisconsin Supreme Court blocks moving Tuesday’s primary
The 4-2 ruling from the court puts voting back in place for Tuesday’s election. Source