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Muhammad Zaman, author of the new book <em>Biography of Resistance: The Epic Battle Between People and Pathogens</em><em>,</em> in his lab at Boston University.

Why Antibiotic Resistance Is More Worrisome Than Ever

The novel coronavirus is the world's most pressing health concern. But other threats remain — and are heightened by this current crisis.

Theodore Johnson worked full time as a massage therapist at a luxury hotel in Texas. When the coronavirus crisis hit, he tried to get unemployment, but the system was overloaded. That sent him to an Amazon warehouse, where he now works.

His New Amazon Warehouse Job Got Him Something He Really Wanted From His Previous Job

The hourly pay at Amazon is much lower than what Theodore Johnson earned as a massage therapist, but the new job comes with a key benefit he didn't have before.

Sen. Richard Burr, R-N.C., here in February, is temporarily stepping aside as chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee during the investigation of his stock sales. He has denied any wrongdoing.

Burr To Step Down As Intelligence Chairman During Probe Of Stock Sell-Off

Sen. Richard Burr, R-N.C., is stepping aside during the Justice Department's investigation, Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said in a statement Thursday.

Bar owner Michael Mattson toasts with patrons as his Friends and Neighbors bar reopens Wednesday in Appleton, Wis. Bars were able to open their doors after the Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down the state's "Safer at Home" order.

Wisconsin Bars Welcome Crowds After Court Strikes Down 'Safer At Home' Bans

One bar posted an image of a crowd, along with the caption: "45 minutes after the bars open in Wisconsin."

The Jersey Shore is central to the state's identity, Gov. Phil Murphy said Thursday, announcing that all New Jersey beaches can reopen soon. Here, a woman walks on the beach this month in Belmar, N.J.

'The Jersey Shore Will Be Open In Time For Memorial Day,' Gov. Murphy Says

New Jersey has more than 142,700 COVID-19 cases, and the rate of positive test results is 22%. But the governor says the spread of the coronavirus has continued to slow.

New Zealand is now at Alert Level 2, meaning that "all businesses can open to customers if they can do it safely."

After Days Of No New Coronavirus Cases, New Zealand Reopens Most Businesses

The country is reopening thousands of shops after three days of no new coronavirus cases. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said New Zealand has won the "battle" against the disease.

New Takes On Bach And Handel Delight The Ears During The Pandemic

Two new CDs of serious music feels just right: Johnny Gandelsman plays violin transcriptions of Bach's Complete Cello Suites, and Kate Lindsey sings arias by Handel, Haydn, and Scarlatti on Arianna.

Californians enjoy the Manhattan and Hermosa beaches on Wednesday, the first day that Los Angeles County allowed beaches to reopen after a six-week closure during the coronavirus pandemic.

Manhattan Beach Mayor On Reopening Los Angeles County Beaches: 'It's Our Culture'

Some people worry reopening beaches may lead to more COVID-19 cases, but Mayor Richard Montgomery says the coastline is large enough to facilitate safe social distancing.

What You Need To Know

Track the outbreak of the novel coronavirus in Kentucky, read the latest guidance, and find out how you can help. Kentucky ResourcesOfficial state update…

Department of Justice Inspector General Michael Horowitz testifies at a Senate committee on alleged FISA abuses in December.

Senate Passes Surveillance Bill With New Protections, But Political Fate Uncertain

The legislation restores some lapsed investigative authorities and adds what advocates call new safeguards against abuse. But it must go back to the House and thence to President Trump.

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