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Chinese Students Stuck During Coronavirus Pandemic

As the coronavirus pandemic grows worse, Chinese international students in the US are facing a dilemma - as more and more schools close, more and more Chinese students are finding themselves with nowhere to go. If they return to China, the travel ban will stop them from returning to the U.S. VOA's Calla Yu has the story.

US Halfway Through 15-Day Plan to "Flatten Curve" of Cornavirus Outbreak

How dangerous is COVID-19 - WEB

80% of cases are mild Young and healthy people are at low risk Elderly and people with serious health conditions are at risk of fatality If you have cough, fever and shortness of breath contact a doctor and stay away from other people For more information, visit the following web sites. The World Health Organization www.who.int The Centers for Disease Control www.cdc.gov

VOA's Virtual Townhall on Coronavirus

In many countries lacking press freedom, it is difficult to get information about the coronavirus. Even in countries with an abundance of information, some of it is neither fact nor science-based. To shed some light and educate our audiences, Voice of America is producing a one-hour, live-to-tape virtual town hall featuring leading experts to discuss the latest on COVID-19.

#SpringBreak2020 is Shut Down

The novel coronavirus outbreak has hit the United States on the tail end of a time-honored March tradition -- spring break. Some students stuck to their plans of visiting the beach, only to find their parties shut down. From Reuters, Esha Sarai has more.

Nigerian Fishing Festival Resumes after

Officials in Nigeria’s Kebbi state have revived the Argungu Fishing Festival, which was halted in 2009 because of threats from Boko Haram terrorists. Authorities say with security progress against the Islamist group, the festival can resume and provide jobs and income to thousands. Timothy Obiezu reports from Argungu, Nigeria.

Trump Touts Malaria, Ebola Drugs for COVID-19

U.S. President Donald Trump announced Thursday that antiviral therapies used to treat malaria and Ebola were among those that could be made available as potential treatment for COVID-19. But officials cautioned that widespread use was still a long way off. White House Correspondent Patsy Widakuswara has this story.

Former Allies Challenge Turkey’s Erdogan

Two former close allies of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan have formed new political parties, a move that could threaten his hold on power. The two parties are calling for a more democratic Turkey but, as Dorian Jones reports from Istanbul, they are likely to face formidable challenges.

Some Americans Refuse to Abandon Losing Presidential Candidates

The U.S. presidential race is laser focused on the last two viable Democrats competing for their party’s nomination to challenge President Donald Trump in November. But what about the candidates who dropped out? VOA’s Carolyn Presutti found some die-hard supporters who refuse to give up on – or stop campaigning for – losing candidates.

Sanders Supporters Say Coronavirus Justifies and Undermines his Presidential

Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders reportedly is reassessing his presidential campaign after former Vice President Joe Biden’s dominating primary election victories this week effectively closed off any realistic path for Sanders to win the Democratic nomination. However, as VOA’s Brian Padden reports, many of Sanders’ most ardent supporters are unwilling to abandon their candidate’s progressive agenda - especially during the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus Outbreak Among Refugees Would Be Catastrophic, Doctors Warn

Aid groups are warning that any outbreak of the Covid-19 virus in refugee communities would have a devastating impact. The United Nations estimates there are more than 30 million refugees worldwide, many living in conditions that are ideal for the transmission of the coronavirus. As even rich nations struggle to cope with the pandemic, health experts say it’s vital that the international community is prepared for any outbreak among the world’s most vulnerable groups. Henry Ridgwell reports.