In Spain, the number of deaths due to the new coronavirus jumped from 309 to 491 in 24 hours.
Josh Linehan
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U.S., Asian stocks higher after Trump promise of virus aid
Markets around the world remain highly volatile as traders see a recession growing more likely and large sections of the economy come closer to shutting down.
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NY, NJ, Connecticut to close bars, eateries to fight virus
Governors of New York, Connecticut, New Jersey said Monday they have agreed to close bars, restaurants, movie theaters and casinos starting at 8 p.m. Monday
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Biden commits to picking woman as running mate if nominated
Asked the same question, Bernie Sanders didn’t definitively commit but said, “In all likelihood, I will.”
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Asian shares bounce after Wall Street dive and warning of recession
The rebound follows news that the Trump administration plans strong support for airlines stricken by the coronavirus outbreak and is pushing the Senate to enact a massive stimulus package to ease losses for businesses and individuals.
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NFL players approve labor deal, including 17-game season
By a close vote, NFL players have approved a new labor agreement with the league that features a 17-game regular season.
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Coronavirus latest: In U.S., coronavirus vaccine test opens with first doses
Four healthy volunteers are injected Monday with an experimental vaccine at a Seattle research institute.
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Allagash announces 2-week closure of tap room
The Portland brewery will offer curbside to-go purchases in the meantime.
Posted inLocal & State
Lobster prices tumble; future is cloudy as exports shut down
Lobster prices are tumbling, and shippers fear the worst could be yet to come as the seafood industry deals with a worldwide slowdown in imports because of the coronavirus.
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Coronavirus latest: Doctor says Trump tests negative for coronavirus
And Massachusetts relaxes rules on who can get tested.