Global April 2020

What Will Schools Be Like When They Reopen?

When schools reopen in California is unknown at this time. However, small class sizes and staggered school start times may be measures taken once schools reopen again.

Global April 2020

22M Have Sought US Jobless Aid Since Virus

With 5.2 million more people seeking unemployment benefits, the number in the U.S. who are now jobless because of the novel coronavirus is roughly 22 million.

Financing April 2020

California To Help Immigrants Hurt By Virus

California’s governor announced he is creating a Disaster Relief Fund for immigrants living in the U.S. illegally. The state will give cash payments to 150,000 immigrants.

Technology April 2020

Tech Companies Fight Against Bad Virus Info

Google, Facebook, Twitter and other tech companies are taking action against the spread of misinformation about COVID-19. This includes information about hydroxychloroquine.

Hispanic Community April 2020

Coffins In The Parking Lot

At a Barcelona funeral home, an underground parking garage has been turned morgue currently housing more than 500 bodies of those either confirmed or suspected of dying from COVID-19.

Global April 2020

Can You Catch COVID-19 From Mail?

WHO and the CDC both say there is no evidence that COVID-19 is spread through parcels or mail. It is still wise to wash your hands and avoid touching your face after handling deliveries.

Hispanic Community April 2020

Update On Guatemalan Deportees

Earlier this month, Hispanic Outlook ran a story about the impact of U.S. deportees on Guatemala’s COVID-19 cases. The article below is a follow up to that story.

Technology April 2020

Is Distance Learning Working During Pandemic?

School closures mean students are supposed to log into virtual classrooms. Lack of internet access and computers, and at home distractions are obstacles to their education.

Global April 2020

Lockdowns Ease Worldwide

Some countries have begun easing their lockdowns because they’ve seen COVID-19 infections flatten out. President Donald Trump encouraged protests against stay-at-home orders.

Financing April 2020

$450B Aid Package In Works

A $450 billion aid package is being worked on by the president and Congress. The money is slated to boost a small-business loan program and add funds for hospitals and COVID-19 testing.

Global April 2020

Trump Vows To 'Suspend Immigration'

In a tweet he sent out late on April 20, President Donald Trump said he would be “temporarily suspend immigration” to the U.S. via executive order because of COVID-19.

Global April 2020

Countries And US States Move To Reopen

Countries around the world, as well as states like Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia and Colorado, are moving to gradually reopen amid COVID-19 health warnings.

Financing April 2020

Update On $500B COVID-19 Package

According to the Senate Democratic Leader, Chuck Schumer, the $500 billion coronavirus aid package could be passed in the Senate as early as the afternoon of April 21.

Global April 2020

Trump Order To Bar New Green Cards

An executive order the president is planning to sign April 22 will "temporary suspension of immigration into the United States." Temporary visas are not to be affected by this order.

Financing April 2020

Congress Set To Pass $483B Virus Aid

A $483 billion virus aid package is to be voted on by Congress. The bill was approved by Senate on April 21. Most of the funding would go to boost a small-business payroll loan program.