How Do You Wash Your Hands To Fend Off Coronavirus If Water Is Scarce?
One of the top pieces of advice is: Wash your hands to prevent infection. But millions of people don't have access to running water.
Europe
German, French Officials Accuse U.S. Of Diverting Supplies
Officials in France and Germany have accused the U.S. of intercepting medical supplies as President Trump ordered an American company to stop exports. Governors complain of a "wild west" in bidding.
Spain Briefly Passes Italy In COVID-19 Cases But Officials See Growth Rate Slowing
Despite the increase, Spain's figures suggest the rate of new infections has begun to slow, according to a spokeswoman for the government's health emergency center.
U.K. Health Workers Decry Low Rate Of Coronavirus Tests For Medical Staff
The British government is under fire for only testing a tiny percentage of National Health Service staff as deaths from COVID-19 in the United Kingdom quickly rise to nearly 3,000.
In Some Countries, Coronavirus Has Sparked An Authoritarian Power Grab
The leaders of Hungary, Israel and the Philippines have exploited the coronavirus crisis to consolidate their hold on power and weaken institutions that could curb them.
Greece Records First Coronavirus Cases Among Refugees, Imposes Quarantine On Camp
At least 20 refugees in a camp outside Athens have tested positive for COVID-19. Some 60,000 refugees live in camps in Greece, some crammed into tight quarters with little access to water or soap.
In Germany, High Hopes For New COVID-19 Contact Tracing App That Protects Privacy
German Chancellor Angela Merkel says she welcomes development of a COVID-19 tracing app that protects data and doesn't store users' locations. It uses Bluetooth to log proximity to other cellphones.
Putin Extends No-Work Order For Russia Until May Over COVID-19 Pandemic
Russia reported a spike of 771 new coronavirus patients on Thursday, sharpening a dreaded upward curve in cases. It has now confirmed more than 3,500 coronavirus cases.
British Man Didn't Let Being In Quarantine Deter His Birthday Marathon
He ran the 26.2 miles for his 32nd birthday in about 7,000 trips of 20 feet each — back and forth across his backyard. He raised money for Britain's National Health Service to help battle COVID-19.
Italy, Seen By White House As A U.S. Analogue, Extends Nationwide Lockdown
The White House coronavirus task force calls Italy an example of how the coronavirus could play out in the U.S. The European country's death toll is rising, despite a recent slowdown in cases.