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California's lockdown easing plan is the most well-laid we've read

California published a set of indicators that will determine when to relax the quarantine.

Three memos show the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service killed endangered Mexican gray wolves

The conflict between conservationists and ranchers shows no signs of de-escalating -- and authorities seem to favor the latter

Can't hug other people? Hug a tree, Iceland's forestry service advises

Tree hugging is back.

The more we look at COVID-19, the less it looks like the flu

The comparisons were ill-suited the first time around, now they are just inane.

Sweden didn't impose a lockdown. It might be paying a heavy price

The Swedish experiment is showcasing the risks of not imposing a lockdown.

How to talk to your kids about COVID-19

You shouldn't shy away from talking to your kids -- this can actually be very helpful.

Cats are a bit more susceptible to the coronavirus than dogs are, but you shouldn't be afraid of your pets

If your cat is socially distancing from you recently, it's probably trying to protect you both. Or it just doesn't like you.

South Korea reports a startling number of COVID-19 reinfections

At least 116 people have tested positive with COVID-19 after seemingly defeated the virus previously.

It's normal to feel stressed right now. Here's how to alleviate it, and make the most out of a bad situation

Yes, it's normal to feel down. Yes, we all feel the anxiety. Here's what to do about it.

NASA data shows dramatic pollution drop in the US

The air is clearing up because we're staying home.

How hospitals can decontaminate used respirator masks

It's relatively inexpensive and can help hospitals tackle respirator mask shortages.

How the coronavirus lockdown could end and what we can expect

We're up for a long period of weirdness; we'd better get used to it.

Social distancing of 1.5 meters (5 feet) might not really be enough -- especially when running or biking

The evidence is not clear yet, but it can't hurt to leave a bit more gap between yourself and other runners.

JK Rowling credits simple breathing exercise with helping her COVID-19 infection. Doctors and nurses say it's useful

Beloved Harry Potter author says her husband, who is a doctor, advised her to do a simple breathing exercise.

Anthony Fauci is revolutionizng science communication -- and it's awesome

Anthony Fauci is everywhere,

Spain to trial national basic income 'soon'

The Spainish government has announced the roll-out of a national universal basic income program.

Systematic review shows face masks really do offer important protection against respiratory viruses

A study of studies finds that face masks offer important protection in the face of respiratory viruses.

How Germany sees an eventual relaxing of the lockdown

It's still too early to relax the quarantine, but countries are already working on plans to resume things gradually.

UK launches massive clinical trial for coronavirus treatment

A large randomized clinical trial of COVID-19 treatments is underway in the UK.

Japan is racing to test Avigan against COVDI-19 -- and it's offering the drug for free to virus-hit countries

Japan is rapidly testing an existing drug against the coronavirus -- and it said it will give it up for free to virus-hit countries.

What you need to know when you're wearing an improvised face mask

Face masks are likely to become an important part in our long-term strategy for fighting the coronavirus.

In order for the quarantine to work, 80% of people need to do it

A new mathematical model finds a tipping point at 70-80% -- lower than that, the quarantine won't really work.

China is reopening wet markets, as international pressure mounts against them

‘Shut down those things right away’ says Anthony Fauci.

How to make your own, improvised, effective filtration face mask

Most health organizations now advise using face masks -- even if it's just improvised ones.

The best materials to build a homemade filtration mask

What's the best material for a mask? Here's what we dicovered.

Want to avoid a pandemic? Ban wildlife trade

The COVID-19 pandemic wasn't just likely -- it was inevitable. To avoid the next one, banning wildlife trade is essential.

The coronavirus is hitting African Americans harder and faster than the average

COVID-19 is not an equalizer. It is disproportionately affecting at-risk people.

Economic effects of coronavirus lockdowns are staggering – but health recovery must be prioritized

We can't have a healthy economy without healthy people.

What we know about the 'viral load' of COVID-19

It's not just about whether you get the virus or not -- the viral load might also have a role to play.

The Triumph of Injustice: How the Rich Dodge Taxes and How to Make Them Pay

A book that tackles a thorny situation head-on -- and comes up with some intriguing solutions.

Google publishes user location data to help governments tackle coronavirus

This is potentially an important tool in our struggle against COVID-19, but it also leads to a slippery slope

Coronavirus in New Zealand -- live updates, cases, and news

Updates on the coronavirus situation in New Zealand.

Coronavirus in the Netherlands -- live updates, cases, and news

Updates on the coronavirus situation in the Netherlands.

Coronavirus in Nigeria -- live updates, cases, and news

Updates on the coronavirus situation in Nigeria.

Coronavirus in Singapore -- live updates, cases, and news

Updates on the coronavirus situation in Singapore.

Coronavirus in Brazil -- live updates, cases, and news

Updates on the coronavirus situation in Brazil.

Countries with a TB vaccine seem to have fewer coronavirus deaths

It's a surprising correlation which might offer more insight into why some countries are less vulnerable to the disease.

Coronavirus in Australia -- live updates, cases, and news

Updates on the coronavirus situation in Australia.

Taiwan has valuable coronavirus lessons, but the World Health Organization continues to shun it

Political motivations should not overshadow a political crisis.

Lead pollution in Alpine ice reveals power struggle in Medieval Brittain

If you know how to look, the ice can tell some amazing stories.

Simple blood test can detect 50+ types of cancer before any symptoms even start

The coronavirus has all our attention now, but all the other problems in our society are still there.

Why researchers are confident that we'll (eventually) have a COVID-19 vaccine

It could be 12 months or even more, but we will have a vaccine.

Germany recruits migrant medics to battle coronavirus

Germany, like most other countries, is in dire need of qualified medical staff to fight COVID-19.

Coronavirus cases may have peaked in Italy and Spain after lockdown -- a simple data visualization

It's not smooth sailing, and it's not even entirely clear if the numbers will indeed go down. But it's the first encouraging sign.

Coronavirus disinformation: Twitter deletes videos from Brazil's president for violating public health

After Rudy Giuliani, Brazil's president Jair Bolsonaro becomes the latest high-ranking figure to have Tweets removed for misinformation.

These countries showed us how to stop coronavirus. But it's not easy

Early action, a clear plan, and transparency are common traits. But so is surveillance.

We need to start talking about coronavirus antibody tests

We're not testing enough as it is, but we need to talk about a new test.

Twitter temporarily bans Rudy Giuliani for coronavirus misinformation

Rudy Giulani enters the ranks of internet trolls banned for spreading COVID-19 disinformation.

Can face masks really protect against the coronavirus? Here's what the experts say

Masks are only useful if the disease is actively spreading in your community.

European Neanderthals feasted on fresh seafood, boosting their brain

It's not just Homo sapiens -- Neanderthals also had a deep relationship with the sea.

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