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'She tried to do her job, and it killed her' — Top doctor treating COVID-19 dies by suicide
COVID-19 1 hour ago
Dr. Lorna Breen died on Sunday from self-inflicted wounds according to her family. "She was truly in the trenches of the front line," said the father of Dr. Breen, who worked at a Manhattan hospital hit hard by the coronavirus outbreak.
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The Daily Show makes history by airing longer episodes during coronavirus pandemic
Television 4 hours ago
For the first time in its history, The Daily Show will air for 45 minutes instead of 30 minutes amid the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak. Currently, the show has been renamed to The Daily Social Distancing Show With Trevor Noah as the program is produced remotely.
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Now literally anyone can look good in thigh-high leather boots
Haha 3 hours ago
Yes, it worked (thanks to a K-pop star and some multi-pic magic).
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NBA issues new guidelines regarding what players can and can't do during the pandemic
NBA 3 hours ago
As some states begin to lift social distancing measures and shutdowns, the NBA updated guidance on the use of team facilities for training and practice purposes. May 8 is the earliest players will be allowed back into team facilities and they will still be held to strict limitations.
No Tyson, the meat system isn't collapsing.
Tyson Foods' chairman issued an alarming statement this morning, indicating the "food supply chain is breaking." The truth is more complex.
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This 16 year old takes the fight against COVID-19 to new heights
16-year-old TJ Kim may not be able to drive yet, but he is able to fly. Putting his flying lessons to good use, Kim has been delivering much-needed personal protective equipment to rural Virginia hospitals to aid in their fight against COVID-19.
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Alexis Crawford’s Untimely Death Exposes the Systems That Failed Her
The trial for Alexis Crawford’s murder is ongoing. Her case calls attention to the systemic failures of multiple institutions — and their propensity for finger-pointing. (Illustration by Bimpe Alliu)
CNN anchor Brooke Baldwin returns to show after coronavirus battle
COVID-19 3 hours ago
"COVID-19 gave me a beating, physically and mentally, for two weeks, and I took the third just to recoup." The CNN Newsroom anchor described her ordeal in fighting the virus on her first day back on the show, while also paying tribute to those on the frontlines of the pandemic.
Last remaining patient from El Paso shooting has died
US news This morning
Guillermo Garcia, a youth soccer coach, passed away on Sunday after being hospitalized since last August's mass shooting at a Walmart store in El Paso, Texas. The total number of people killed in the shooting is 23.
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Excerpts from a Politico article on Hope Hicks take the spotlight
Politics 5 hours ago
Politico released a profile piece on Hicks, who returned this year to the White House, and discussed her working relationship with the president amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
The Last of Us 2 spoilers have leaked as Naughty Dog's workplace culture faces scrutiny again
Gaming This morning
The highly-anticipated video game already experienced delays and now it appears major plot points and visuals were leaked. Some point to Naughty Dog's treatment of its employees as a reason for the leak, though others say the leak really hurts fans of the game.
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L.A. hasn’t stopped building mansions, stadiums and apartments
Despite the coronavirus crisis, construction projects of all kinds are continuing across the Los Angeles area.
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The Last Dance is a real boon for the meme industry
Haha 4 hours ago
Episodes 3 and 4 built on the content goldmine that is ESPN's Michael Jordan/90s Bulls doc.
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Coronavirus deaths doubled in L.A. County over last week
Los Angeles County saw a significant increase in new coronavirus cases and deaths this past week, raising questions about when strict social distancing rules can be eased.
LA Lakers return $4.6 million federal loan intended for small businesses
NBA 5 hours ago
The Los Angeles Lakers have become the most recent major company to return a hefty loan from the federal government meant to grant small businesses relief from the coronavirus epidemic.
Seth Rogen teases his new movie 'An American Pickle'
Seth Rogen gives fans a first look at his next comedy, 'An American Pickle,' as it's announced the film will stream on HBO Max this summer.
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New York cancels Democratic presidential primary amid COVID-19 pandemic
Politics 5 hours ago
The New York state election board passed a resolution Monday canceling the Democratic presidential primary, scheduled for June 23, citing Senator Bernie Sanders' exit from the race and Biden's presumptive victory. Congressional and state-level primaries will go on as planned.
Scientists warn of future pandemics from wildlife virus spillover
Future pandemics are inevitable as cities and villages encroach on wildlife habitats, scientists cautioned.
The Schitt's Creek Cast Virtually Reunited to Thank Front-Line Workers
It hasn't even been one month since Schitt's Creek's series finale aired, and the cast has already blessed us with a reunion during the Stronger Together, Tous Ensemble broadcast benefit to raise money for Food Banks Canada.
Netflix drops trailer for Michelle Obama's Becoming documentary
Movies 5 hours ago
The film, which follows the former first lady as she embarked on the book tour for her memoir, will be released globally on May 6.
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