Global October 2020

Jobless Claims Fall To 751,000

Although jobless claims fell in 30 states, rising in confirmed COVID-19 infections in nearly every state (and federal aid being cut off) could weaken the economy in the months ahead.

Global October 2020

Zeta Barrels Across Southeast

After pummeling New Orleans, Zeta continued to barrel through the Southeast and is expected to cross the mid-Atlantic states before moving offshore around Delaware and New Jersey.

Technology October 2020

FBI: Ransomware Threatens Healthcare System

The criminal gang known as UNC1878 has been targeting the healthcare system with a strain of ransomware known as Ryuk. They lock up hospital information unless they are payed millions.

Health Care October 2020

How Does COVID-19 Contact Tracing Work?

Recently, Hispanic Outlook ran an article explaining what exactly constitutes a superspreader. Following up on this, the following piece concretely explains contact tracing.

Global October 2020

Dodgers Win The World Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series. Game 6’s final score was 3-1. However, the Dodgers star player, Justin Turner, has tested positive for COVID-19.

Health Care October 2020

Oregon's State Of Emergency Extended To Jan. 2

Oregon’s state of emergency has been extended until Jan. 2; officials have attributed COVID cases rising in part to Labor Day gatherings and college students returning to campus.

Global October 2020

Hurricane Zeta Speeds Toward Louisiana

As Louisiana prepares for Hurricane Zeta, officials in New Orleans announced a turbine responsible for generating power to the city’s drainage pump system has broken down.

Global October 2020

California Fires Keep Tens Of Thousands Away

Winds are creating a new risk as wildfires continue to rage in Southern California. Twin wildfires in Orange County have kept tens of thousands of people out of their homes.

Health Care October 2020

What Do We Know About Superspreader Events?

The term “superspreader” has been used often in the news lately. But what exactly constitutes a superspreader event? And how much do such events impact the overall rate of infections?

Global October 2020

Hurricane Warning For New Orleans

Although Zeta has weakened from a hurricane to tropical storm, it is expected to gain strength over the Gulf of Mexico. Because of this, Louisiana is under a hurricane warning.

Legal October 2020

What’s Next For Justice Amy Coney Barrett?

Justice Amy Coney Barrett could soon be voting on whether or not to shorten the deadline for receiving and counting absentee ballots in North Carolina and Pennsylvania.

Global October 2020

Colby College Opens $200M Athletic Facility

Colby College has opened the Harold Alfond Athletics and Recreation Center, which includes tennis courts, hydrotherapy pools, a 42-foot climbing wall and fitness studios.