For 40 years, Reverend Calvin Butts has preached in front of thousands at the historic Abyssinian Baptist Church, a landmark sanctuary in Harlem. But for the past three weeks, as the coronavirus outbreak has taken hold in New York City, preaching has been a solitary affair. “We decided to do virtual services after we heard the projections for the number…
They are our friends, our neighbors; people of renown, and just regular people. “Sunday Morning” takes a moment to remember just a few of the victims of the COVID-19 pandemic: Wallace Roney (1960-2020)The jazz trumpeter was mentored by Miles Davis, and joined Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers. He had played on more than 250 recordings, performing with such artists as Chick…
This week the flowers at Roger’s Gardens in Newport Beach, California are in full, dazzling bloom. It’s as if to remind us that, even in the middle of our upended lives, spring somehow arrived on time. But these days, only the bees seem to be interested in flowers. Right now, nurseries like this one across the country are selling out…
Hobby Lobby is facing a multi-state backlash for keeping some of its stores open amid the spreading coronavirus, with a Texas official suggesting that the arts-and-craft retailer is endangering public health. The Oklahoma City-based company’s controversial stance comes as some of the nation’s biggest retail chains temporarily close or limit their hours of operations because of the pandemic, which has killed more than 6,500…
“The View” co-hosts are continuing to anchor their show from their own separate quarantines and on Tuesday, the women discussed a hot topic on many people’s minds: Should essential workers like grocery store clerks and delivery drivers be treated like first responders? Meghan McCain had strong thoughts on the matter.McCain, who is pregnant, said she has been relying on Amazon…
As public health officials learn more about the novel coronavirus and how it spreads, some are taking another look at whether healthy people should consider wearing face masks when they go out in public. Since the outbreak began, the World Health Organization and U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have recommended that masks be reserved for medical workers, sick…
Washington — The Supreme Court’s docket this year has been marked by a slew of high-profile disputes, with rulings anticipated in blockbuster cases involving gun rights, abortion and immigration by the end of June. But set against the backdrop of the coronavirus pandemic roiling the nation, the rest of the court’s term has been thrust into uncertainty, including how it intends to…
Washington — Joe Biden cast doubt on the Democratic National Convention scheduled for July taking place as planned, suggesting the event may have to be rescheduled as the nation continues to grapple with the coronavirus pandemic.In an interview with MSNBC on Tuesday night, Biden, the frontrunner for the Democratic presidential nomination, was asked whether he could imagine the gathering of…
25m ago167 inmates and 114 staffers at NYC jails test positive As of Monday morning, 167 inmates and 114 staffers at New York City jails have tested positive for coronavirus, a Department of Corrections spokesperson said in a statement. They have been advised to self-quarantine and officials were working to identify who may have had close contact with them. …
A Florida pastor was arrested Monday at his home one day after his church was packed with worshippers, despite a local “safer-at-home” order that was designed to help curb the spread of coronavirus, reports CBS Tampa affiliate WTSP-TV. A live-stream of the service at The River at Tampa Bay Church showed its crowded main sanctuary.According to WTSP, the sheriff told church leaders they…
In lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic? Broadway and West End theatre, concert performances, opera and improv comedy are as close as your TV remote or laptop. Here is a selection of what is available to those staying close to home. Theatre James Corden’s Tony Award-winning performance in “One Man, Two Guvnors” will be presented online for free by the…
Coronavirus may have shuttered theme parks, but technology has stepped in to make sure that quarantined Americans still have a way to experience their favorite rides. A YouTube channel is bringing Disney World, Disney Land and Universal Studios rides to people’s homes with virtual reality — for free. The YouTube page “Virtual Disney World,” which is not affiliated with the Walt…
Catskill, New York — It wasn’t exactly the most polished production. This week, with the help of my God-given teaching assistants, I taught an online class, “Kindness 101”, from my office. But despite the low budget, we had high turnout. Tens of thousands of kids from across the country tuned in. One thing we talked about was heroism and how…
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton declared Friday that gun stores can stay open amid the coronavirus pandemic even as many jurisdictions within the state have issued stay-at-home orders. Paxton’s nonbinding opinion says “municipal and county authorities may not use emergency powers to regulate or restrict the sale of firearms.”Texas, the second-largest state by population, has not declared a statewide stay-at-home order….
In lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic? Closed museums offer art lovers virtual opportunities to explore works from among the world’s leading collections online. Here’s a look. Exhibitions online “View of Bozen with a Painter” (1837) by Jules Coignet. National Gallery of Art With the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., closed, visitors at home can take in the…
Many celebrities are doing their part to warn others to follow social distancing guidelines during the coronavirus outbreak. Neil Diamond is joining in, too — and he found a creative way to do it. Diamond changed the lyrics to his iconic hit “Sweet Caroline” to create a PSA about the staying safe from the virus.The familiar pre-chorus — shouted by…
Millions of Americans are self-isolating right now — including music stars. Several artists have live-streamed mini performances on social media, giving people who are currently holed up at home some live entertainment, just from a distance.On Monday, Global Citizen, an organization that focuses on combating global poverty, announced its “At Home Together” series. The organization, which holds an annual music…
As schools shutter their doors indefinitely due to the global coronavirus pandemic, children are forced adjust to learning at home and some kids may now become food insecure. A group of celebrities is hoping to ease both of these challenges for children across the U.S.Actresses Jennifer Garner and Amy Adams have teamed up with Save the Children and No Kid…
The majority of gym chains across the U.S. closed their doors this week to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Now, fitness centers including Orangetheory, Gold’s Gym, Blink Fitness, Crunch Fitness, LA Fitness, Life Time Fitness, Equinox, 24 Hour Fitness and others will remain closed for the foreseeable future. Working up a sweat and staying healthy while stuck at home can be difficult…
Guest Host: Lee Cowan in Los Angeles FIRST THINGS FIRST: Coronavirus and flattening the curveDr. Jon LaPook on the part we must all play to reduce our exposure to the virus and minimize its spread to others. COVER STORY: Coronavirus and the contagion of fearWhile stress and anxiety can drive us to take healthy…
President Trump used the term “Chinese virus” to refer to the novel coronavirus again on Wednesday, despite calls from global health officials to avoid labels associating the disease with a particular nation or ethnic group. Mr. Trump’s comments have drawn backlash and raised concerns about stigmatizing Asian-Americans.His rhetoric gained growing attention Tuesday after he used the phrase in a tweet about supporting…
Bernie Sanders has named Reverend Jesse Jackson Sr. as a special adviser to his campaign. Jackson, who ran for president in 1984 and 1988 and is a prominent civil rights activist, endorsed Sanders in Michigan last weekend.”I’m humbled and proud to have Rev. Jesse Jackson, Sr. by my side in the fight to expand voting rights, create a single-payer health…
For some viewers of “The Masked Singer,” one of last night’s performances was unbearable. The judges of the show were shocked when a singer in a bear costume was revealed to be former Alaska governor and vice presidential nominee Sarah Palin.”The Masked Singer” is a reality competition show involving mystery celebrity guests singing in costume before a live audience and…
Jay-Z’s Team Roc and the NFL debuted a public service announcement on Wednesday that honors the life of Hadiya Pendleton, a young girl who was fatally shot in Chicago in 2013. Narrated by her mother, the more than two-minute announcement focuses on her life and tragic death. Pendleton was gunned down as she was spending time with friends at the city’s…