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Jobless New Yorkers Can Work At Polls And Still Keep Benefits, Gov. Cuomo Says

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The governor's order makes it easier for jobless people to work for state and local election boards — as long as they're paid $504 or less each week. (Image credit: Angel Weiss/AFP via Getty Images)

Data Begins To Provide Some Answers On Pregnancy And The Pandemic

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There's still much that is unknown. But Dr. Denise Jamieson, chair of the Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics at Emory Healthcare, says recent findings "should be somewhat reassuring." (Image credit: Charles Krupa/AP)

'No One Can Live Off $240 A Week': Many Americans Struggle To Pay Rent, Bills

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One in six households reported missing or delaying paying bills just so they could buy food in a new NPR poll. And many are having trouble paying the rent, especially African Americans and Latinos. (Image credit: Max Herman/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Older People, Got A Pandemic Problem? A Club To Help You Figure It Out — Yourself

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Vietnam's Intergenerational Self Help Clubs encourage older people in the neighborhood to find solutions to their own challenges, whether it's feeling lonely or needing a little extra cash. (Image credit: Nguyễn Văn Hốt)

Coronavirus Challenges Pandemic Preparedness Program

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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is sponsoring a program to develop effective medical countermeasures to a pandemic. The coronavirus pandemic gave those plans a real-life challenge.

Top Health Officials Testify Before Senate On The Government's Pandemic Response

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Top health officials responsible for the government's pandemic response testified before a Senate committee Wednesday. Democratic lawmakers expressed concern about political interference in science.

Missouri Governor And Wife Test Positive For COVID-19

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The governor, who has a spotty track record of wearing face coverings, said he and the first lady "feel fine." He added he is not showing any symptoms. (Image credit: Jeff Roberson/AP)