African Americans more likely to die from COVID-19, data shows
Early data from U.S. states shows African Americans are more likely to die from COVID-19, highlighting longstanding disparities in health and inequalities in access to...
Congress presses Trump administration to fix small business relief program
U.S. lawmakers have urged the Treasury Department to clarify and streamline the government’s small business loan program, after hearing gripes from local businesses....
U.S. Senate leader hopes to OK more money for small businesses on Thursday
U.S. Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell said on Tuesday he was working with the Senate’s top Democrat to get more funds approved this week for...
With doors closed for coronavirus, Belgian chefs cater for hospitals
Belgian chef Nils Proost did not sit back when coronavirus restrictions forced the closure of his restaurant. He is now one of 30 top cooks...
Czech lawmakers extend state of emergency until April 30
Czech lawmakers on Tuesday approved keeping the state of emergency in the country in place until April 30, a shorter extension than the government had...
Mobile-only Quibi sees more than 300,000 downloads on launch day: Sensor Tower
Mobile-only streaming service Quibi racked up more than 300,000 downloads on its launch day, industry site Sensor Tower said on Tuesday, as stay-at-home viewers lapped...
Athletics: Olympic qualification suspended until December
The governing body of athletics has suspended Olympic qualification until December due to the coronavirus outbreak, which has forced the Tokyo Games to be postponed...
South Africa tour commissioner predicts difficult future for golf
South Africa’s Sunshine Tour has created a fund for players and caddies to provide financial assistance for the next two months, but commissioner Selwyn Nathan...
Guineas Festival and Derby postponed, Royal Ascot closed to public
The Guineas Festival at Newmarket in May and June’s Epsom Derby have been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic, while Royal Ascot will not be...
For struggling street children, life just got harder
Life was already tough for Senegal’s street children – then COVID-19 happened. Now children in Dakar are relying on food and water handouts after being...
