THREAD: Coronavirus updates, Wednesday, March 25: nbcnews.to/2Uigk2w
• 400,000+ cases globally, 19,000+ deaths
• Spain's death toll surpasses China
• Prince Charles tests positive
• White House, US Senate reach deal on $2T coronavirus spending bill
• 400,000+ cases globally, 19,000+ deaths
• Spain's death toll surpasses China
• Prince Charles tests positive
• White House, US Senate reach deal on $2T coronavirus spending bill
Hours after Senate and White House reached bipartisan deal on $2T coronavirus economic stimulus package, House Speaker Pelosi said the legislation would help American workers — but she did not indicate whether the House will move forward with it. nbcnews.to/2QMxrrb
Researchers in the UK launch app to help track the spread of COVID-19 in order to explore, in real time, who is most at risk. nbcnews.to/3bvQKgp
5 Arizona mayors sent a letter to Gov. Ducey Tuesday over his decision to classify some businesses like golf courses as “essential” during the coronavirus pandemic. nbcnews.to/2QIlZws
US urging foreign countries to ramp up production of masks, ventilators, body bags, and seeking to buy any quantities they can spare, as President Trump declines to use full federal powers to force US companies to manufacture them. nbcnews.to/2JaRefI
Waffle House has declared "Index Red," as it closes about a fifth of its stores in response to the coronavirus pandemic. nbcnews.to/3dwu15p
NEW: Renowned Dominican fashion designer Jenny Polanco died in the Dominican Republic after she had been diagnosed with coronavirus, public health minister says. nbcnews.to/2xslPCA
US Justice Dept. says coronavirus crimes can be charged as acts of terrorism. nbcnews.to/3dmHKf4
Cubans are grappling with rising coronavirus cases amid issues such as limited water and shortages of items like soap, as well as the reality of a tightened US embargo. nbcnews.to/2UE9X8L
Thailand imposes state of emergency to control virus; PM Chan-ocha says emergency measures will come into force on Thursday and last until at least the end of April. nbcnews.to/3dvoPyU
NEW: NY Gov. Cuomo says NYC will pilot a program to open some streets for pedestrians. 
NY Gov. Cuomo says the "apex of need" could arrive in about 21 days.
NY Gov. Cuomo says evidence suggests density control plans may be working, noting slowed hospitalization rates: “The arrows are headed in the right direction.”
Sen. Schumer: US Senate coronavirus bill will include a provision to "prohibit businesses controlled by the president, vice president, members of Congress, and heads of executive departments from receiving loans or investments from Treasury programs.” nbcnews.to/2QHvLPp
NEW: NY Gov. Cuomo announces a free hotline for those dealing with mental health issues during the coronavirus crisis.
6,175 mental health professionals have volunteered to help.
Hotline: (844)-863-9314
6,175 mental health professionals have volunteered to help.
Hotline: (844)-863-9314
NEW: Gov. Cuomo says there are now 30,811 coronavirus cases in New York, an increase of 5,146 from Tuesday; 12% hospitalization rate; 3% of overall patients in ICU.
Former Federal Reserve Chairman Bernanke says that while the US is facing an acute recession, it shouldn’t last: “If there’s not too much damage done to the workforce … then we could see a fairly quick rebound.” nbcnews.to/2y1egDg
A 42-year-old hospital worker in Georgia who had coronavirus was found dead in her home with her 4-year-old child by her body. nbcnews.to/2UfNuQh
Astronauts like Scott Kelly, Peggy Whitson and Chris Hadfield share advice for isolated living in the age of COVID-19. nbcnews.to/2WEoRyt
From repurposed medications to new vaccines, NBC News has compiled a list of treatments to combat the coronavirus and where they are in development. nbcnews.to/2UC3v24
Gov. Cuomo says $2T Senate relief bill would be "terrible" for New York state. nbcnews.to/3du0xFl
What's in the $2T coronavirus relief bill? Here's how it could help you. nbcnews.to/2Ugeijw
Sen. Majority Leader McConnell: “Our nation is gonna meet new heroes, many maybe police, firefighters, and EMTs once again. Many others will be truck drivers, grocery store clerks, and pharmacists who literally keep our supply chains running.”
Lockdowns are championed as a way to help contain the coronavirus, but experts warn that this method will not be easily achieved in countries where crowded cities and slums could see the virus spread "like fire.” nbcnews.to/2WKvOOq
NYU says it will allow its medical students to graduate early so the newly-established doctors can help in the battle against the coronavirus. nbcnews.to/2UhDR3t
Louisiana pastor defies order against large gatherings, draws over 1,000 people to services. nbcnews.to/3dsSn03
NEW: Italy’s death toll from coronavirus surpasses 7,500, with another 683 deaths recorded since Tuesday, civil protection agency spokesperson says. There are almost 75,000 total confirmed cases in the country. nbcnews.to/2QNaqo1
State-by-state breakdown of existing lockdown orders across the US. nbcnews.to/2QLIznZ
UPDATE: Coronavirus cases in US now surpass 60,000, with 838 deaths.
Highest state case totals:
• New York: 30,811
• New Jersey: 3,675
• California: 2,626
• Washington: 2,469
• Louisiana: 1,795
• Michigan: 1,791
• Illinois: 1,535
(As of 2 p.m. ET, March 25)
Highest state case totals:
• New York: 30,811
• New Jersey: 3,675
• California: 2,626
• Washington: 2,469
• Louisiana: 1,795
• Michigan: 1,791
• Illinois: 1,535
(As of 2 p.m. ET, March 25)
LIVE: US Senate considers $2T coronavirus relief bill.
Here’s what’s in it: nbcnews.to/2QKvnzQ
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Here’s what’s in it: nbcnews.to/2QKvnzQ
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An entire New Jersey nursing home is presumed to be infected with coronavirus, forcing everyone from the facility to be evacuated on Wednesday, officials say. nbcnews.to/39kTIm6
BuzzFeed to cut salaries, and its CEO will go unpaid, as the company struggles to endure revenue losses stemming from the coronavirus pandemic. nbcnews.to/39i9aj7
The 74th Tony Awards and the Recording Academy's 2020 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame event have been postponed due to the coronavirus. nbcnews.to/2Jg1aok
Louisiana Gov. Edwards: "Let me be clear about this: Our ventilator capacity is far from okay in Louisiana."
NEW: Minnesota Gov. Walz orders residents — other than those performing essential services — to stay home. nbcnews.to/2ya52Vt
What is a ventilator? The "critical resource" that is currently in short supply. nbcnews.to/33PMNQP
NEW: 1,000,000 California residents file for unemployment amid coronavirus pandemic, officials say. nbcnews.to/2QK448U
Aid groups "race against the clock" to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in refugee camps. nbcnews.to/2WUcHSj
Bindi Irwin marries her longtime partner at the Australia Zoo without guests due to the coronavirus pandemic. nbcnews.to/3bvkUQR
NEW: Sec. Esper signs order Wednesday halting US troop movements overseas for 60 days due to the coronavirus pandemic, defense officials say. nbcnews.to/2UGhjIG - @ckubeNBC
Idaho Gov. Little issues stay-at-home order and signs an extreme emergency declaration on Wednesday as states continue to combat COVID-19. nbcnews.to/3aq1UDi
Airbnb hosts will be eligible to receive small business loans and unemployment insurance through the coronavirus relief bill. nbcnews.com/health/health-…
As Florida coronavirus cases surge, spring breakers express regret. nbcnews.com/news/us-news/f…
GoFundMe has launched a “Small Business Relief Initiative,” and many workers are having to get creative to survive during the coronavirus pandemic. nbcnews.com/health/health-… - @NBCNightlyNews
@NBCNightlyNews Rapper Cardi B says celebrities who have publicly disclosed they tested positive for coronavirus without having any symptoms — despite guidance from the White House not to get tested unless exhibiting symptoms — are confusing the general public. nbcnews.com/pop-culture/po…
@NBCNightlyNews More than 100 employees between 3 different Boston-area hospitals have tested positive for coronavirus, according to NBC Boston. nbcnews.com/health/health-…
@NBCNightlyNews There are increasing signs that COVID-19 will become a seasonal illness, Dr. Anthony Fauci said Wednesday during the White House's daily coronavirus task force briefing. nbcnews.com/health/health-…
@NBCNightlyNews The U.S. Army is calling on retired medical personnel to help in its efforts to combat the coronavirus pandemic. nbcnews.com/health/health-…
@NBCNightlyNews WATCH: Barcelona police, residents applaud hospital workers during the ongoing coronavirus outbreak. nbcnews.com/health/health-…
@NBCNightlyNews 88 people have died due to COVID-19 in the past 24 hours, bringing total to 280, tonight's NYC Dept. of Health report shows; 96% of the deaths involved patients with pre-existing conditions.
The death toll reported last night was at 192 - @Tom_Winter
The death toll reported last night was at 192 - @Tom_Winter
@NBCNightlyNews Chef Floyd Cardoz, who competed on “Top Chef,” won “Top Chef Masters” and operated successful restaurants in both India and New York, has died at age 59 due to complications from coronavirus. nbcnews.com/news/obituarie…
@NBCNightlyNews "Toilets are not trash cans," the EPA is warning as a shortage of toilet paper leads to desperate measures. nbcnews.com/news/us-news/a…
President Trump on Wednesday approved a disaster declaration for North Carolina as the state grapples with the coronavirus outbreak. nbcnews.com/health/health-…
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints said Wednesday that all remaining open temples will temporarily close due to continued concerns about coronavirus. nbcnews.com/health/health-…
BREAKING: Senate passes $2T coronavirus aid package. nbcnews.com/politics/congr…
A California man has been arrested in what federal authorities say was a scheme to try to dupe investors using a phony cure for coronavirus. nbcnews.com/health/health-…
