The sisters were used to getting information. But the Isabella Geriatric Center was secretive about the virus outbreak from the beginning. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Coronavirus (2019-nCoV)”
How Protests Have Made the City Feel Like New York Again
By Gotham Rex on June 4, 2020
The city had been besieged by the virus. But New Yorkers who were dutifully shutting themselves in behind doors have now turned out by the tens of thousands to be heard. Source: New York Times
Despite Virus, Hundreds Arrested in Unrest Are Held in Cramped Jails
By Gotham Rex on June 4, 2020
A flood of arrests has caused a backlog in New York City’s courts, forcing many to wait for more than 24 hours before seeing a judge. Source: New York Times
Scientists Link Covid-19 Risk to Genetic Variations
By Gotham Rex on June 4, 2020
The Trump administration chose five companies as the most likely to produce a vaccine. The tally of new cases is rising in the U.S., partly because of expanded testing. Italy ends travel restrictions. Source: New York Times
The Virus Closed His Bronx Jewelry Store. Then Looters Broke In.
By Gotham Rex on June 3, 2020
“I’m 100 percent with people who are protesting for justice, but is this justice?” one business owner said. “You’re killing me.” Source: New York Times
Live Coronavirus Global News Updates
By Gotham Rex on June 3, 2020
Epidemiologists said protests around the U.S. would almost certainly lead to more cases. The Trump administration plans to block Chinese airlines from flying into the U.S. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Sees Peaceful Protests and Less Looting After Earlier Curfew: Live Updates
By Gotham Rex on June 3, 2020
It was too early to say whether the 8 p.m. curfew was what prevented a repeat of Monday night’s widespread looting. Source: New York Times
New York City’s Curfew: What You Need to Know
By Gotham Rex on June 2, 2020
Yes, you will most likely need to be indoors, or at least out of any public area, by 8 p.m. Source: New York Times
Coronavirus Global News Tracker: Latest Updates
By Gotham Rex on June 2, 2020
Some lessons: We will live with the virus for a long time and you should be wearing a mask. Paris is reopening cafe terraces. Source: New York Times
Coronavirus News: Live Updates
By Gotham Rex on June 1, 2020
“You see mass gatherings that could potentially be infecting hundreds and hundreds of people after everything we have done,” New York’s governor said. Hong Kong has banned an annual Tiananmen Square vigil, citing the virus. Source: New York Times
Live Coronavirus News Updates
By Gotham Rex on June 1, 2020
Hong Kong has banned an annual Tiananmen Square vigil, citing the virus. Protests in the United States have raised concerns about a second wave of infections. Despite the unrest, U.S. stocks wavered and global markets rose. Source: New York Times
Can 8 Million Daily Riders Be Lured Back to N.Y. Mass Transit?
By Gotham Rex on June 1, 2020
Officials fear disastrous gridlock if people turn to cars because they remain concerned about getting the coronavirus on the subway and other public transit. Source: New York Times
The Virus Ravaged Parents at One School. They Found a Way to Fight Back.
By Gotham Rex on June 1, 2020
“The level of devastation this small group of people has dealt with, it’s crazy,” said one member of a school committee that is a lifeline for neighbors in Flatbush, Brooklyn. Source: New York Times
Coronavirus Live Updates: U.S. Sends Two Million Hydroxychloroquine Doses to Brazil
By Gotham Rex on June 1, 2020
The two countries are studying whether the drug is safe and effective for the prevention and early treatment of Covid-19. And protests in the United States have sparked fears of spreading the virus. Source: New York Times
New York Officials Urge Protesters to Get Tested to Control Virus
By Gotham Rex on May 31, 2020
As thousands protested in New York City and across the region this weekend, officials were supportive of the right to demonstrate but expressed concern about spreading the coronavirus. Source: New York Times