Royal Caribbean increases borrowing capacity by $550 million to stay afloat

Royal Caribbean Cruises, which has seen its stock take a big drop in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, says that is has increased its revolving credit capacity by $550 million to bolster its liquidity.

Target limiting quantities of hand sanitizers, disinfectant wipes per customer

Target’s CEO says the retailer has started to limit the number of items such as hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes that each customer can purchase as the COVID-19 coronavirus continues to spread in the United States. 

What states have declared coronavirus emergencies?

Thirteen states across the U.S. have declared a state of emergency or a public health emergency as cases of coronavirus continue to climb.

UK man makes website that pairs hand washing instructions with song lyrics

As the COVID-19 coronavirus continues to spread, people are talking more and more about the importance of hygiene, including hand washing.

Restaurant chain is taking temperature of would-be patrons before dining to help fight coronavirus

As the spread of coronavirus continues, one restaurant chain is taking a proactive approach to fighting off the coronavirus.  The Sichuan Impression restaurant greets every would-be customer by taking their body temperature at the door, so any potential for spreading the coronavirus would not occur at their establishment. If the infrared thermometer reads more than 100 degrees, the would-be customer is politely asked to leave.

Christ Church in Georgetown says 550 parishioners are in self-quarantine amid coronavirus concerns

D.C. Mayor Bowser recommends a two-week self-quarantine for anyone who visited Christ Church Georgetown during a six-day period after the rector tested positive for the first confirmed case of coronavirus in D.C. 

4 more cases of coronavirus confirmed in Chicago, bringing Illinois total to 11

All four additional cases are in Chicago, and all of the patients are in good condition, according to a statement from the Illinois Department of Public Health.

SXSW lays off one-third of full-time staff following cancellation of 2020 event

The 2020 events were due to start this week but were canceled on Friday in a joint press conference of city and county leaders. Austin and Travis County

Coronavirus hits the global box office – hard

Frightened people are foregoing enclosed spaces like movie theaters and opting to stay home, and entertainment companies have been forced to react.

Coronavirus: Does your hand washing pass the black light test?

In regular light, the hands themselves look clean. It's only until after they're displayed under the black light do they appear dirty.

Representatives Gaetz, Collins self-quarantine after contact with coronavirus patient

GOP Reps. Matt Gaetz of Florida and Doug Collins of Georgia revealed Monday they had contact with the CPAC attendee who has since been diagnosed with coronavirus. Gaetz was spotted riding on Air Force One with the president Monday.