Daily Archives: 03/06/2020


At Sea: Passengers Off California Await Virus Test Results

Passengers aboard a cruise ship off the California coast were instructed to stay in their cabins as they awaited test results Friday that could show whether the coronavirus is circulating among the more than 3,500 people aboard.      A …


Trump Set to Sign $8 Billion COVID-19 Legislation

U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to sign legislation Friday releasing $8.3 billion in emergency spending to combat the COVID-19 outbreak, including money for developing a vaccine.  The legislation passed through the Senate and the House almost unanimously.Senate Appropriations Committee …


Comic Books Explore Origin Stories of Democratic Candidates

Super heroes have special powers. People who can get on the debate stage and raise enough money to run for president are considered super politicians and also have special powers. A comic book series called “Political Power” tells the stories …


UN: Progress for Women Is Slow, Uneven, at Risk of Reversals

Women are making gains globally in several areas, but 25 years after demanding action at a landmark conference in Beijing, the United Nations says progress has been slow and uneven and could even be reversed.  In a report released ahead …