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March 13, 2020
COVID-19 Alcohol and Chlorine

COVID-19 Alcohol and Chlorine

March 13, 2020
COVID-19 Alcohol and Chlorine

COVID-19 Alcohol and Chlorine
March 13, 2020
Building Coronavirus Safety Net for the Most Vulnerable

As new coronavirus cases continue to rise, efforts are underway to provide a safety net for the most vulnerable people in and around Washington D.C. Free clinics and homeless shelters are working with health officials to draw up contingency plans. VOA’s Eunjung Cho looks at how the uninsured population are bracing for the outbreak.]]
March 13, 2020
Indigenous Languages Showcased at Mother Tongue Film Festival

Every year, the Mother Tongue Film Festival, sponsored by the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, showcases films about indigenous cultures that celebrate cultural and linguistic diversity. Most of these films have been made in indigenous languages from all over the world. VOA’s Penelope Poulou spoke with curators and filmmakers on how these ancient languages are still an integral part of aboriginal cultures today
March 13, 2020
Coronavirus Sports Cancellations Hit Economy, A Favorite Way for Fans to Escape

Sports competitions from the college level, to international championships have been canceled all around the world, the latest victims of the coronavirus outbreak. VOA’s Ardita Dunellari looks at the impact these cancellations are having psychologically and economically across the globe
March 13, 2020
COVID Fears in Turkey Lead to Empty Store Shelves, Soaring Prices

Since the Turkish Health Ministry recently confirmed the country's first coronavirus case, people have been flocking to pharmacies, grocery stores, and other outlets to prepare for a potential nationwide pandemic. VOA’s Umut Colak in Istanbul in collaboration with Murat Karabulut in Ankara filed this report on the shortage of supplies like face masks and sanitizers and sudden price hikes on such items. Bezhan Hamdard narrates.
March 13, 2020
Travelers Take Precautions While Flying in the U.S.

The coronavirus outbreak in the United States has increased preventive measures in airports around the United States. Everyone from travelers, TSA agents and staff members are using all kinds of methods to keep themselves germ free. Voice of America reporter Celia Mendoza ask passengers about their main concerns while flying.
March 13, 2020
A Green Wave in France's Upcoming Municipals?

France is shutting schools nationwide over other coronavirus measures. But municipal elections taking place over the next two Sundays are going forward. Analyst predict a so-called ‘green wave’ of ecologically minded candidates may surge in the polls - powered by a raft of alarming environmental developments. Lisa Bryant reports from the working-class town of Saint-Denis, outside Paris
March 13, 2020
Designing for the Disabled

Welsh-born designer Lucy Jones has launched a unique fashion brand in New York City - clothes made specifically for people with disabilities. Anna Nelson met with the inspiring designer to learn more about her business - and Anna Rice narrates her story
March 13, 2020
COVID Fears in Turkey Lead to Empty Store Shelves, Soaring Prices

Since the Turkish Health Ministry recently confirmed the country's first coronavirus case, people have been flocking to pharmacies, grocery stores, and other outlets to prepare for a potential nationwide pandemic. VOA’s Umut Colak in Istanbul in collaboration with Murat Karabulut in Ankara filed this report on the shortage of supplies like face masks and sanitizers and sudden price hikes on such items. Bezhan Hamdard narrates
March 13, 2020
Airports Become Ghost Towns Amid Coronavirus Worries

The coronavirus outbreak is dealing a severe hit to the airline industry, as governments impose travel restrictions and would-be passengers stay away from flights for fear of catching the virus. Many analysts say the impact on airlines may be as bad as 9/11, as VOA’s Bill Gallo reports from Seoul.
March 12, 2020
A Nation Rattled as Trump, Lawmakers Feud Over Coronavirus Response

Congressional Democrats are at odds with the Trump administration over legislation that would provide a swift response to the catastrophic public health and economic impact of the coronavirus. The battle between the White House and Capitol Hill comes as many Democrats say Trump's Wednesday night Oval Office speech was inadequate in addressing the growing U.S. crisis. VOA's Congressional correspondent Katherine Gypson has more on this historic political battle.

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