As countries around the world loosen their coronavirus restrictions, it’s becoming clear that without a vaccine, the disruptions could be long-lasting.
Tim Allen
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Trump threatens funds for states easing voting in pandemic
The president’s tweets targeting Michigan and Nevada mark an escalation in his campaign against voting by mail.
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Stocks close higher as investors regain some confidence
Technology, the only sector that’s holding on to a gain for the year, accounts for much of the market’s upward move.
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Cash, long a refuge in uncertain times, now under suspicion
The coronavirus pandemic has reawakened debate about the continued viability of what has been the physical lifeblood of global economies: paper money and coins.
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Is mortgage forbearance an option? Here’s what to know
About 4.1 million Americans have already sought the protection, and experts anticipate more will do so as the economic impact of the coronavirus wears on.
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Apple, Google release technology for pandemic apps
The smartphone technology will automatically notify people if they might have been exposed to the coronavirus.
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Daytime Emmys back on TV, but with socially distanced show
CBS’ decision to air the awards on June 26 is a bright spot for the daytime honors.
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Woman in Italy wins Picasso painting in charity raffle
Proceeds are going to provide water for villagers in Madagascar and Cameroon.
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Hundreds, including LePage, rally in Augusta to protest shutdown
People holding signs accusing Gov. Janet Mills of ruining the economy and taking away their freedoms lined the road between the Blaine House and the State House.
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Pandemic claims another retailer: 118-year-old J.C. Penney
The storied but troubled department store chain is the fourth major retailer to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy reorganization.