Billions in COVID-19 business loans possibly given to scammers, report says
The Office of Small Business Administration (SBA) Inspector General Michael Ware found that it may have distributed billions of dollars to fraudulent businesses claiming financial distress due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report.
The Office of Small Business Administration (SBA) Inspector General Michael Ware found that it may have distributed billions of dollars to fraudulent businesses claiming financial distress due to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a report.
4,865 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Sunday; 28 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 4,865 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 807,412.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 4,865 Sunday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 807,412.
England's monthlong lockdown may last longer amid rising COVID-19 cases
The British government says a new national lockdown in England may have to last longer than the planned four weeks if coronavirus infection rates don’t fall quickly enough.
The British government says a new national lockdown in England may have to last longer than the planned four weeks if coronavirus infection rates don’t fall quickly enough.
More US patients to have easy, free access to doctor's notes
“It means information about your care can no longer be hidden from you. And you have a say in your care,” said Bloomquist, 32, who has a rare type of arthritis that took years to diagnose
“It means information about your care can no longer be hidden from you. And you have a say in your care,” said Bloomquist, 32, who has a rare type of arthritis that took years to diagnose
Couple quarantined on cruise at beginning of pandemic warns about CDC's lift on no-sail order
The CDC is giving cruise lines the green light to sail again, but it could be a while before they accept passengers. The new order comes nearly nine months after a Citrus County couple returned from Japan after being quarantined on one of the first cruise ships with the virus.
The CDC is giving cruise lines the green light to sail again, but it could be a while before they accept passengers. The new order comes nearly nine months after a Citrus County couple returned from Japan after being quarantined on one of the first cruise ships with the virus.
Rowdies' season comes to an end after USL Championship Final is cancelled
The Rowdies soccer club discovered a number of additional positive coronavirus test results among the group of "covered persons" group on Saturday following positive tests from their head coach and assistant coaches Friday. Subsequently, the USL made the decision to cancel the Championship Final that was set for Sunday night.
The Rowdies soccer club discovered a number of additional positive coronavirus test results among the group of "covered persons" group on Saturday following positive tests from their head coach and assistant coaches Friday. Subsequently, the USL made the decision to cancel the Championship Final that was set for Sunday night.
Study: Trump rallies caused over 30,000 COVID cases, led to over 700 deaths
According to a new study, President Donald Trump's campaign rallies have led to over 30,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases and likely caused the death of 700 Americans.
According to a new study, President Donald Trump's campaign rallies have led to over 30,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases and likely caused the death of 700 Americans.
US reports nearly 100,000 COVID-19 cases, breaking new single-day record
Friday’s death toll exceed 1,000, with 1,030 deaths recorded, bringing the total death count in the U.S. to more than 230,000, according to data collected by John Hopkins University and Medicine.
Friday’s death toll exceed 1,000, with 1,030 deaths recorded, bringing the total death count in the U.S. to more than 230,000, according to data collected by John Hopkins University and Medicine.
England faces monthlong lockdown as COVID-19 cases pass 1 million
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that the government is putting all of England under a monthlong lockdown next week after being warned that a resurgent coronavirus outbreak will overwhelm hospitals in weeks without tough action.
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that the government is putting all of England under a monthlong lockdown next week after being warned that a resurgent coronavirus outbreak will overwhelm hospitals in weeks without tough action.
2,331 new Florida coronavirus cases reported Saturday; 41 new deaths
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,331 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 802,547.
The Florida Department of Health says the number of known cases of COVID-19 in the state rose by 2,331 Saturday. According to the state's daily update, the total number of cases in Florida is now 802,547.
Austria announces 4-week partial lockdown starting Tuesday amid COVID-19 spike
Austria has announced a partial shutdown that will see restaurants and bars closed for four weeks, cultural, sports and leisure activities canceled, and residents asked to stay home after 8 p.m.
Austria has announced a partial shutdown that will see restaurants and bars closed for four weeks, cultural, sports and leisure activities canceled, and residents asked to stay home after 8 p.m.
Washing Halloween candy wrappers will reduce COVID-19 risk, researchers find
According to researchers at the University of California, the risk of contracting COVID-19 from Halloween candy could be reduced to near zero if candy givers wash their hands and wash the candy packaging with dish soap, a new study found.
According to researchers at the University of California, the risk of contracting COVID-19 from Halloween candy could be reduced to near zero if candy givers wash their hands and wash the candy packaging with dish soap, a new study found.
COVID-19 pandemic reinvents holiday hiring needs for retailers
The push to hire temporary workers has begun in earnest this holiday season, in some cases weeks earlier than last year. But the pandemic has reshaped the kinds of jobs retailers are recruiting for.
The push to hire temporary workers has begun in earnest this holiday season, in some cases weeks earlier than last year. But the pandemic has reshaped the kinds of jobs retailers are recruiting for.
UF researchers find those who get flu vaccine less likely to be hospitalized with COVID-19
There’s new motivation to get your flu shot this season. Studies are finding that the flu vaccine might protect against severe complications from COVID-19.
There’s new motivation to get your flu shot this season. Studies are finding that the flu vaccine might protect against severe complications from COVID-19.
Rowdies coaches sidelined for weekend match due to COVID-19
The Tampa Bay Rowdies will play without their head coach and an assistant coach in this weekend’s USL Championship final.
The Tampa Bay Rowdies will play without their head coach and an assistant coach in this weekend’s USL Championship final.
Brevard County polling site closed after workers test positive for COVID-19
Officials say that because of safety protocols in place, voters did not have direct exposure with the affected workers.
Officials say that because of safety protocols in place, voters did not have direct exposure with the affected workers.
US records highest number of daily COVID-19 cases since onset of pandemic
The total number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the U.S. topped 9 million Friday.
The total number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the U.S. topped 9 million Friday.
Taiwan marks 200 days without domestic COVID-19 infection
Taiwan hit 200 days without any domestically transmitted cases of COVID-19 on Thursday.
Taiwan hit 200 days without any domestically transmitted cases of COVID-19 on Thursday.
Gov. Kemp, First Lady in quarantine due to COVID-19 exposure; test negative
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp are quarantining after recently being exposed to COVID-19, according to the governor's press secretary.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp and First Lady Marty Kemp are quarantining after recently being exposed to COVID-19, according to the governor's press secretary.
Teal Pumpkin Project promotes safe Halloween for kids with food allergies
The Teal Pumpkin Project aims to raise awareness of food allergies, making Halloween safer and more inclusive for trick-or-treaters.
The Teal Pumpkin Project aims to raise awareness of food allergies, making Halloween safer and more inclusive for trick-or-treaters.