Trump says federal guidance urging social distancing will stay in place through April 30
The president backed off of his hope that the country will be “opened up” by Easter.
As Trump declared virus under control, some local officials took steps to mobilize for pandemic
Frustrated by the federal government’s handling of the outbreak, the authorities took steps on their own to protect their communities.
U.S. sanctions hinder Iran’s access to drugs and medical equipment
Doctors and health experts say the restrictions impact efforts to prevent viral spread and save lives.
New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo (D) speaks at a news conference last week. (Video: Blair Guild/The Post; photo: AP)
Andrew Cuomo is the same as ever, with one big difference: People like him
The New York governor’s news conferences have become part of the country’s new daily rhythm. It’s an interesting turn of events for a Democrat who has mostly been known as a micromanager and a bully.
Guide to the pandemic
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Election 2020Gains by President Trump have shrunk a lead that former vice president Joe Biden enjoyed a month ago, and the president's voters are more enthusiastic than Biden’s.
U.S. and British news media reported that the royal couple fled Canada this month to take up residence in Los Angeles. The Sussexes have not confirmed the move, but a spokeswoman said the family has not asked for help.
David Wetzl’s condition was frontotemporal dementia. His wife, Diana Daniels, found that sympathy and health-care services were not always extended to them.
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(National Gallery of Art)
This 18th-century painting by Jean-Siméon Chardin of a teacher and her student is especially poignant now.
