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A lot of American citizens have grounds to complain about the way the federal and local government is handling the coronavirus outbreak. Yet, one city commissioner decided to stand up for the community members. On Thursday, the city of Lake Worth, Florida held an emergency meeting to discuss a utility company’s role in cutting off customers’ […]
A staffer who works in Vice President Mike Pence‘s office has reportedly tested positive for the coronavirus. That info was made public when a spokeswoman for Pence, Katie Miller, revealed it on Friday evening. “This evening we were notified that a member of the Office of the Vice President tested positive for the Coronavirus. Neither […]
Government-imposed lockdowns have forced a growing number of Americans to stay inside their homes, as officials try to contain the coronavirus pandemic. While some lawmakers have simply encouraged its residents to practice social distancing, others have implemented stay-at-home orders that effectively restrict the public’s movement. As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise, many are wondering when they’ll be able to freely leave […]
As the coronavirus continues to spread, major U.S. industries have become increasingly paralyzed. The service sector suffered one of the hardest blows, as many businesses were forced to shut their doors in an effort to minimize social interaction and the further spread of the deadly virus. These restrictions have resulted in widespread layoffs, which have left many working-class Americans […]
With the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic causing toilet paper shortages across the country, the situation has pushed one Florida man over the edge. As Fox 35 reports, Angel Hernandezcinto has been arrested after he allegedly stole 66 rolls of toilet paper from an Orlando hotel. He has been charged with theft from a public lodging establishment, […]
These trying times may tempt us all to flush everything down the toilet, both literally and metaphorically, but that’s no good reason to draw disinfecting wipes into the madness. Still, enough people have done exactly that to warrant multiple articles in which homebound writers are forced to ponder the inherent existential quandaries represented in the traditional […]
Those with underlying medical conditions are at a higher risk of being infected by coronavirus. Now, research shows that another group of people who could also be vulnerable are those who smoke, vape, or have substance abuse issues. “[T]he research community should be alert to the possibility that [Covid-19] could hit some populations with substance […]
Hopefully, you’ve figured out by now that it’s vastly important to regularly hit the pause button on our united COVID-19 inundation to enjoy something wholly inane. For today’s entry in inanity, we turn to the low-juice-content drink known as Hawaiian Punch, which has recently been made the subject of some scarily passionate roasting. By some participants’ assessment, […]
8 people have been arrested in California for allegedly reselling masks, gloves, toilet paper, and disinfectants at preposterously high prices amid increased demand due to COVID-19. The arrests were the result of an undercover investigation into suspected online price gouging in the San Diego area, per Fox 5‘s report. The Fallbrook Sheriff’s Substation said the affected […]
In an effort to secure the services of the U.S. Navy Mercy Hospital Ship, California governor Gavin Newsom penned a letter to Donald Trump Wednesday stressing that the state’s health care delivery system will not be able to handle the projected influx of coronavirus patients over the next eight weeks. “In the last 24 hours, […]
