USA Gymnastics cancels all top-tier 2020 events

USA Gymnastics cancels all top-tier 2020 events

NEW YORK -- USA Gymnastics will not hold any top-tier events the rest of this year.The organization announced Tuesday it is scrapping the U.S. Classic and the national championships because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

NEW YORK -- USA Gymnastics will not hold any top-tier events the rest of this year.The organization announced Tuesday it is scrapping the U.S. Classic and the national championships because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Counterfeit masks reaching frontline health workers in US: 'It’s just unprecedented'

Counterfeit masks reaching frontline health workers in US: 'It’s just unprecedented'

WASHINGTON — On a day when COVID-19 cases soared, healthcare supplies were scarce and an anguished doctor warned he was being sent to war without bullets, a cargo plane landed at the Los Angeles International Airport, supposedly loaded with the ammo doctors and nurses were begging for: some of the first N95 medical masks to reach the U.S. in almost six weeks.Already healthcare workers who lacked the crucial protection had caught COVID-19 after treating patients infected with the highly contagious new coronavirus.

WASHINGTON — On a day when COVID-19 cases soared, healthcare supplies were scarce and an anguished doctor warned he was being sent to war without bullets, a cargo plane landed at the Los Angeles International Airport, supposedly loaded with the ammo doctors and nurses were begging for: some of the first N95 medical masks to reach the U.S. in almost six weeks.Already healthcare workers who lacked the crucial protection had caught COVID-19 after treating patients infected with the highly contagious new coronavirus.

Dubai turns world's tallest building into light-up, coronavirus charity donation box

Dubai turns world's tallest building into light-up, coronavirus charity donation box

DUBAI -- The 2,716 feet tall Burj Khalifa in Dubai is lit up to provide meals to coronavirus-hit communities across the United Arab Emirates.Each of the tower's 1.2 million lights was sold for a donation of 10 dirhams -- or $2.72 -- enough to buy one meal.

DUBAI -- The 2,716 feet tall Burj Khalifa in Dubai is lit up to provide meals to coronavirus-hit communities across the United Arab Emirates.Each of the tower's 1.2 million lights was sold for a donation of 10 dirhams -- or $2.72 -- enough to buy one meal.

'It’s monumental:' Pelosi unveils $3T coronavirus aid package for Friday vote

'It’s monumental:' Pelosi unveils $3T coronavirus aid package for Friday vote

WASHINGTON — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi unveiled a more than $3 trillion coronavirus aid package Tuesday, providing nearly $1 trillion in aid for states, cities and local governments, aid to essential workers, and a new round of cash payments to individuals.The House is expected to vote on the package as soon as Friday, but Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has said there is no “urgency” to act on new legislation.The so-called Heroes Act would provide nearly $1 trillion for states, cities and tribal governments to avert layoffs and an additional $200 billion in “hazard pay” for essential workers, according a summary.It will offer a fresh round of $1,200 direct cash aid to individuals, increased to up to $6,000 per household, and launches a $175 billion housing assistance fund to help pay rents and mortgages.

WASHINGTON — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi unveiled a more than $3 trillion coronavirus aid package Tuesday, providing nearly $1 trillion in aid for states, cities and local governments, aid to essential workers, and a new round of cash payments to individuals.The House is expected to vote on the package as soon as Friday, but Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has said there is no “urgency” to act on new legislation.The so-called Heroes Act would provide nearly $1 trillion for states, cities and tribal governments to avert layoffs and an additional $200 billion in “hazard pay” for essential workers, according a summary.It will offer a fresh round of $1,200 direct cash aid to individuals, increased to up to $6,000 per household, and launches a $175 billion housing assistance fund to help pay rents and mortgages.

Man uses giant plastic Zorb ball to greet grandma on Mother’s Day

Man uses giant plastic Zorb ball to greet grandma on Mother’s Day

TUCSON, Ariz. -- Phone chats, Zoom calls and window reunions are standard options when trying to communicate with older loved ones amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

TUCSON, Ariz. -- Phone chats, Zoom calls and window reunions are standard options when trying to communicate with older loved ones amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Broadway shutdown extended until at least Labor Day

Broadway shutdown extended until at least Labor Day

NEW YORK — The shutdown on Broadway has been extended again — until at least early September.Although an exact date for performances to resume has yet to be determined, Broadway producers are now offering refunds and exchanges for tickets purchased for shows through Sept. 6.“While all Broadway shows would love to resume performances as soon as possible, we need to ensure the health and well-being of everyone who comes to the theater — behind the curtain and in front of it — before shows can return,” said Charlotte St.

NEW YORK — The shutdown on Broadway has been extended again — until at least early September.Although an exact date for performances to resume has yet to be determined, Broadway producers are now offering refunds and exchanges for tickets purchased for shows through Sept. 6.“While all Broadway shows would love to resume performances as soon as possible, we need to ensure the health and well-being of everyone who comes to the theater — behind the curtain and in front of it — before shows can return,” said Charlotte St.

Singer Bryan Adams faces backlash over COVID-19 social media posts

Singer Bryan Adams faces backlash over COVID-19 social media posts

NEW YORK -- Canadian singer Bryan Adams is facing backlash over social media posts on the novel coronavirus that some critics are calling racist.On Twitter and Instagram, Adams blamed the global pandemic on "(expletive) bat eating, wet market animal selling, virus making greedy bastards."He said his message to those people is to "go vegan," which is a diet he's had for decades.Adams also decried the impact of the virus on the world, noting the cancellation of a series of shows he was set to play in England.The tweet appears to have since been deleted while the Instagram post was still up this morning, though it seems comments have been closed.Many on social media condemned Adams's comments as racist, saying he was contributing to anti-Chinese rhetoric surrounding the virus.Others accused the rocker of losing sight of the true victims of a pandemic that has claimed hundreds of thousands of lives worldwide."It is not my intention to 'go at' or 'cancel' anyone, but to identify posts like this that condone and enable acts of hate and racism.

NEW YORK -- Canadian singer Bryan Adams is facing backlash over social media posts on the novel coronavirus that some critics are calling racist.On Twitter and Instagram, Adams blamed the global pandemic on "(expletive) bat eating, wet market animal selling, virus making greedy bastards."He said his message to those people is to "go vegan," which is a diet he's had for decades.Adams also decried the impact of the virus on the world, noting the cancellation of a series of shows he was set to play in England.The tweet appears to have since been deleted while the Instagram post was still up this morning, though it seems comments have been closed.Many on social media condemned Adams's comments as racist, saying he was contributing to anti-Chinese rhetoric surrounding the virus.Others accused the rocker of losing sight of the true victims of a pandemic that has claimed hundreds of thousands of lives worldwide."It is not my intention to 'go at' or 'cancel' anyone, but to identify posts like this that condone and enable acts of hate and racism.

Video shows LA County inmates attempting to infect themselves with COVID-19, sheriff says

Video shows LA County inmates attempting to infect themselves with COVID-19, sheriff says

LOS ANGELES -- Cases of COVID-19 in the Los Angeles County jail system have spiked by nearly 60% in the span of a week, according to numbers reported Monday, May 11 by Sheriff Alex Villanueva.It’s hard to believe anyone would want to get infected with the COVID-19 virus but that is exactly what Sheriff Villanueva claims is happening at the North County Detention Facility, or Pitchess Center, in Castaic.Surveillance video from April 26 shows one inmate in Module 6 filling a drinking bottle with hot water, from a wall dispenser.But instead of putting the usual coffee or ramen noodles in the cup, the inmate takes the full cup to a group of prisoners and they all proceed to drink from it, passing it around a few times.Another video shows a Styrofoam cup used the same way, as well as a face cover mask.

LOS ANGELES -- Cases of COVID-19 in the Los Angeles County jail system have spiked by nearly 60% in the span of a week, according to numbers reported Monday, May 11 by Sheriff Alex Villanueva.It’s hard to believe anyone would want to get infected with the COVID-19 virus but that is exactly what Sheriff Villanueva claims is happening at the North County Detention Facility, or Pitchess Center, in Castaic.Surveillance video from April 26 shows one inmate in Module 6 filling a drinking bottle with hot water, from a wall dispenser.But instead of putting the usual coffee or ramen noodles in the cup, the inmate takes the full cup to a group of prisoners and they all proceed to drink from it, passing it around a few times.Another video shows a Styrofoam cup used the same way, as well as a face cover mask.

Lowlands Group to reopen its restaurants for to-go service beginning Friday, May 15

Lowlands Group to reopen its restaurants for to-go service beginning Friday, May 15

MILWAUKEE --The Lowlands Group announced on Tuesday, May 12 that it will reopen all of its restaurants for to-go service on Friday, May 15.Closed since late March prior to the statewide shutdown, the group’s eight restaurants – seven in Milwaukee and one in Madison – will now offer carryout, curbside and delivery service.

MILWAUKEE --The Lowlands Group announced on Tuesday, May 12 that it will reopen all of its restaurants for to-go service on Friday, May 15.Closed since late March prior to the statewide shutdown, the group’s eight restaurants – seven in Milwaukee and one in Madison – will now offer carryout, curbside and delivery service.

Steak 'n Shake permanently closes 57 of its restaurants amid coronavirus crisis

Steak 'n Shake permanently closes 57 of its restaurants amid coronavirus crisis

NEW YORK -- When it comes to dining options, there will be fewer steaks and shakes to be had.Steak n’ Shake, the fast-casual restaurant chain, has been forced to close 57 of its locations due to the “adverse effect” of the coronavirus health crisis on its operations.

NEW YORK -- When it comes to dining options, there will be fewer steaks and shakes to be had.Steak n’ Shake, the fast-casual restaurant chain, has been forced to close 57 of its locations due to the “adverse effect” of the coronavirus health crisis on its operations.

48th annual Iola Car Show canceled amid pandemic: 'It is the only responsible option'

48th annual Iola Car Show canceled amid pandemic: 'It is the only responsible option'

IOLA, Wis. --  The organizers of the Iola Car Show and Swap Meet announced on Tuesday, May 12 that the 48th annual edition of the show has been officially canceled amid the coronavirus pandemic.A statement on the cancellation was posted on the car show's website.

IOLA, Wis. --  The organizers of the Iola Car Show and Swap Meet announced on Tuesday, May 12 that the 48th annual edition of the show has been officially canceled amid the coronavirus pandemic.A statement on the cancellation was posted on the car show's website.

Petfest cancels 2020 festival date: 'We feel it is the most responsible option'

Petfest cancels 2020 festival date: 'We feel it is the most responsible option'

MILWAUKEE -- Fromm Petfest, in partnership with Milwaukee World Festival, Inc., announced on Tuesday, May 12 the cancellation of its annual one-day event, originally scheduled for Sept. 26 at Maier Festival Park.Jim Glassford, Fromm Family Foods marketing director, issued this statement on the change:

MILWAUKEE -- Fromm Petfest, in partnership with Milwaukee World Festival, Inc., announced on Tuesday, May 12 the cancellation of its annual one-day event, originally scheduled for Sept. 26 at Maier Festival Park.Jim Glassford, Fromm Family Foods marketing director, issued this statement on the change:

8,000 died in British nursing homes in 2 months

8,000 died in British nursing homes in 2 months

LONDON — More than 8,000 people died with the coronavirus in British nursing homes since the first recorded death from March 2 to May 1.The U.K.’s Office for National Statistics says in the two-month period there were 8,312 recorded deaths in care homes in England and Wales that mentioned COVID-19 on the death certificate.

LONDON — More than 8,000 people died with the coronavirus in British nursing homes since the first recorded death from March 2 to May 1.The U.K.’s Office for National Statistics says in the two-month period there were 8,312 recorded deaths in care homes in England and Wales that mentioned COVID-19 on the death certificate.

Pres. Trump says Americans could see 2nd round of stimulus payments: 'We're talking about that'

Pres. Trump says Americans could see 2nd round of stimulus payments: 'We're talking about that'

WASHINGTON, DC --  President Donald Trump said Monday, May 11 his administration is considering a second round of coronavirus stimulus payments.“We’re talking about that,” President Trump said when asked about a Democratic proposal to send another round of relief checks.“We're talking about that with a number of different people.

WASHINGTON, DC --  President Donald Trump said Monday, May 11 his administration is considering a second round of coronavirus stimulus payments.“We’re talking about that,” President Trump said when asked about a Democratic proposal to send another round of relief checks.“We're talking about that with a number of different people.