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In a First, Renewable Energy Is Poised to Eclipse Coal in U.S.
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Fed Chair Warns the Economy May Need More as Congress Hesitates

Fed Chair Warns the Economy May Need More as Congress Hesitates

By JEANNA SMIALEK, JIM TANKERSLEY and EMILY COCHRANE

Jerome H. Powell pointed to potentially dire consequences if a lasting economic downturn is not averted with forceful policies.

In a First, Renewable Energy Is Poised to Eclipse Coal in U.S.

In a First, Renewable Energy Is Poised to Eclipse Coal in U.S.

By BRAD PLUMER

The coronavirus has pushed the coal industry to once-unthinkable lows, and the consequences for climate change are big.

Businesses Chafing Under Covid-19 Lockdowns Turn to Armed Defiance

Businesses Chafing Under Covid-19 Lockdowns Turn to Armed Defiance

By MANNY FERNANDEZ and DAVID MONTGOMERY

Armed militia-style protesters have helped businesses across Texas defy coronavirus lockdowns and reopen. Protesters say they are enforcing the Constitution.

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Three Months, Two Continents and Four Stints in Quarantine

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Three Months, Two Continents and Four Stints in Quarantine

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A reporter got a close-up look at how different governments handled the developing pandemic. Some were more impressive than others.

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Today's Videos

W.H.O. Official Warns That Coronavirus 'May Never Go Away'

VideoVideo: W.H.O. Official Warns That Coronavirus 'May Never Go Away'

By REUTERS

The World Health Organization's head of health emergencies said the coronavirus causing Covid-19 could become a long-term threat to be managed, not one that can be eradicated.

'Without Modern Precedent,' Powell Says of Economic Downturn

VideoVideo: 'Without Modern Precedent,' Powell Says of Economic Downturn

By REUTERS

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell called on the government to do more to support the economy as job losses mount because of the coronavirus outbreak.

Cuomo Calls New York's Reopening Planning the 'Most Transparent'

VideoVideo: Cuomo Calls New York's Reopening Planning the 'Most Transparent'

By REUTERS

Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo of New York provided more details about the phased reopening of some regions in the state.

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