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A new way to preserve Holocaust stories

Aging Holocaust survivors now have the chance to record their memories in a way that will allow future generations to literally ask them about their experiences, and see and hear their answers. 60 Minutes reports, Sunday. Source

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FDA authorizes first coronavirus blood test

The FDA has authorized the first blood test for the coronavirus, which could identify people who have been exposed to the virus but do not show any symptoms. Dr. David Agus joins “CBS This Morning” to talk about the benefits of the new test and how it would help slow the coronavirus’ spread. Source

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Cruise passengers to be flown home without quarantine, despite concerns

After two cruise ships with confirmed coronavirus cases docked in Florida on Thursday, hundreds of passengers who have not been showing symptoms are being flown home without being quarantined first. The Zaandam, one of the ships, had been denied entry to several countries. Nine people aboard the ship tested positive, and four have died from the disease. Florida locals say this was the best possible outcome, while Manuel Bojorquez reports that others are worried that this could lead to asymptomatic carriers further spreading the virus. Source

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Trump denies a major recession is on the horizon as coronavirus hits economy

The latest unemployment numbers show just how hard the coronavirus is hitting the economy. Over 6 million Americans filed for jobless benefits last week, at least 20 times what is normally seen. Food banks and other resources are being pushed to their limits by people in need, while President Trump maintains that the country is not slipping into a significant recession. Weijia Jiang reports from the White House, where messages on small business loans seem to conflict with some major banks. Source

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Illinois governor calls lack of national stay-at-home order a “profound failure”

Some state and local officials across the U.S. are asking President Trump to impose a national stay-at-home order. Illinois Governor J. B. Pritzker said his state has “exhausted every avenue available” and labeled the lack of a national order as a “profound failure” of the federal government. The governors of Georgia and Texas have come under fire for their late actions, with medical experts using them as further examples that a federal mandate is necessary. Ed O’Keefe looks at the disparity around the country as governors of different states handle the crisis in varying ways. Source

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