Six feet may not be far enough to stop coronavirus transmission in windy weather, study suggests

Many different factors influence how saliva droplets move through the air, including their size, how they interact with the surrounding air and the humidity and temperature of the surrounding air.

Fed's Powell says new lending programs to launch by June 1

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Tuesday that the central bank’s lending programs for medium-sized businesses and state and local governments will be operational by the end of this month.

Study: World carbon pollution falls 17% during pandemic peak

The world cut its daily carbon dioxide emissions by 17% at the peak of the pandemic shutdown last month, a new study found.

COVID-19 patients may not be infectious after testing positive a second time, experts say

States across the country are in various phases of reopening, raising concerns of a so-called "second wave" of the coronavirus pandemic. However, new data appears to suggest that patients who test positive for COVID-19 after having previously recovered are not capable of transmitting the infection.

IRS to issue coronavirus stimulus payments on prepaid debit card

The IRS and the U.S. Treasury Department will begin sending economic stimulus payments on preloaded debit cards this week, the Trump administration said on Monday.

COVID-19 pandemic will alter Communion rituals for many US Christians

Holy Communion will have a different look when in-person worship services resume at the end of May in the Catholic Diocese of Knoxville, Tennessee: The wafers signifying the body of Christ will be placed in the hands of parishioners by priests and deacons wearing face masks and safety glasses.

Chincoteague Island Pony Swim canceled for first time since WWII

Officials in Virginia on Monday canceled the annual Chincoteague Island Pony Swim and associated activities because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Fairfax County Public Schools outlines possible scenarios for school in the fall

Fairfax County Schools has presented its board with several scenarios for reopening in the fall, including a possible mixture of in-person socially distant learning and virtual lessons.

Just a chat: Calls offered for older adults staying home

For 81-year-old Dell Kaplan, the offer to get calls from a stranger just to chat while staying home during the coronavirus pandemic was immediately appealing.

How to stay calm in coronavirus uncertainty and hold on to your money

The rapid and uncontrolled spread of coronavirus has generated levels of fear, uncertainty and volatility that can make sound investing decisions difficult.

Survey: 40% of Americans fear they won't be able to retire

The current economic crisis has many Americans already planning to dip into their 401(k)s, but there are better options.