A Growing Body Of Research Highlights The Importance Of Wearing Face Masks Wearing a face mask is no fun for many people. However, the latest research shows that, especially as states open up, masks are an important tool in helpiong to control the spread of the virus. Maria Godoy
Seattle Now: Covid cases on the rise You might have noticed headlines this week about Covid cases rising in Washington. One big reason: A huge surge of new infections in Yakima County. The culprit might be your favorite summer fruit. Clare McGrane
U.K. Suffers Marmite Shortage During COVID-19 Pandemic The U.K. is experiencing a shortage of Marmite, the polarizing yeast-extract spread, due to a lack of brewer's yeast, an ingredient now in short supply after pubs closed down amid the coronavirus.
As Texas Coronavirus Cases Reach New High, Gov. Abbott Plays Down The Numbers Mayors from the state's largest cities have asked Abbott to give them the authority to require face masks amid the spike in COVID-19 cases. Laurel Wamsley
Major League Baseball And Players Argue Over The Start Of The Season During Pandemic Major League Baseball and its players are locked in a stalemate about starting up the season during the coronavirus pandemic. Both sides have joined a heated debate about finances and safety. Tom Goldman
Early Results Show Benefit Of Steroid For Very Sick COVID-19 Patients A low-cost anti-inflammatory drug appears to reduce the risk of death in patients with COVID-19. The promising result comes from a large study of therapies being conducted in the U.K. Joe Palca
CDC Now Recommends Driving Alone. But What If You Don't Have A Car? Some people who are carless by choice find themselves reassessing that decision. And those who can't afford cars face increased risks, in yet another example of the pandemic exacerbating inequalities. Camila Domonoske
Cows' Antibodies May Help Humans During Coronavirus Crisis A South Dakota biotech company is using cows to create antibodies that could then be used for disease prevention or treatment. The cows have been given the genes to make a human-like immune system. Joe Palca
Surges In COVID-19 Cases Cause Friction Between Local Leaders, Governors NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Austin Mayor Steve Adler about his efforts to curb COVID-19 spikes despite Texas' reopening plan. Over the weekend, Austin hit a record for new hospitalizations in 1 day.
Airlines Say They Will Ramp Up Enforcement Of Face Covering Policies United announced that starting June 18, any passenger that does not follow the airline's mask policy will be placed on a no-fly list, for a varying amount of time. Hannah Hagemann