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MONOPOLIES TO BLAME
The United States Tried To Build A New Fleet Of Ventilators. The Mission Failed
As the coronavirus spreads, the collapse of the project helps explain America's acute shortage.
LET'S GET CRACKERING
Alton Brown Has The Perfect Hack To Upgrade Saltine Crackers Into A Delicious Snack During Quarantine
Just because you have limited ingredients doesn't mean you can't make something sumptuous out of them.
TAKE IT OR LEAVE IT
How Not To Tank Your Relationship In Quarantine
"This time of isolation could be a period of great growth or great struggle in your relationship."
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WE STAND ON GUARD FOR THEE
This Video Showing Vancouver Giving A Salute To Hospital Workers Might Be The Most Heartwarming Thing You'll See Today
At 7pm each night, Vancouver residents give applause to health-care workers fighting the coronavirus.
SOURCE MATERIAL
50 Works That Changed Our Critics' Lives
Our reviewers select standout moments in their field which still shape their love of the arts.
TESTING TIMES
The Worst Amazon Shipping Delays Could Still Be Ahead Of Us
COVID-19 cases are spiking nationally, workers are getting sick, and I already can't get groceries delivered in San Francisco. The delivery economy is vital, but it's under incredible strain. Will it break?
BAKE ON, BAKE OFF
If You're Currently In Love With Baking Bread, Here's A 'Basic' Recipe From Jamie Oliver
The British chef has your current obsession covered. Take a break from your ways and try out his simple, no frills, recipe.
UPENDING LIFE
'Since I Became Symptomatic'
Leslie Jamison on single parenting during coronavirus.
'THINGS ARE PRETTY BAD'
The Painful, Lonely Lives Of Autistic Seniors
How America neglects older adults on the spectrum.
GO TAKE A BIKE
Is It Possible To Ride A Motorbike On A Treadmill?
It's not as easy as you'd think, that's for sure.
STAY ALERT
Age Is Not The Only Risk For Severe Coronavirus Disease
Older people remain most at risk of dying as the new coronavirus continues its rampage around the globe, but they're far from the only ones vulnerable.
'PUTTING LIFE ON HOLD'
Living In Limbo When A Loved One Is Missing
When someone goes missing, loved ones are thrown into a state akin to constant grieving; waiting for news, living in hope. Novelist Bev Thomas describes how they try to cope and carry on.
FROM THE DIGG STORE
This Popcorn Is Packed With Electrolytes To Help You Reach Peak Performance
Trying to get in shape but don't want to sacrifice snacks? Lytepop is an organic, high-fiber, low-calorie snack that's packed with electrolytes to help you reach optimal performance. Get a pack for $17.99 now.
GREEN LIGHT THIS IMMEDIATELY
Here Are Fast-Growing Vegetables You Can Grow At Home If You Don't Feel Like Going Out For Groceries
From radish to peas, here are some fast-growing crops that can probably take your mind off things during this period of self-isolation.
WHOLESALE SCALE
My Family Owns A Grocery Store. The Supply Chain Is A Real Problem
"If I could get some frozen in, I would be super happy. And I haven't seen toilet paper in a while."
CONNECT THE DOTS
This Virtual Simulation Explains Why Social Distancing Is The Best Strategy Against A Pandemic
Inspired by Harry Stevens's viral infographic in the Washington Post, here is an explainer on why science says social distancing is the most effective tool we have.
REMEMBER THE ELECTION?
Facebook, Google And Twitter Struggle To Handle November's Election
After spending billions to avoid a repeat of 2016, the tech giants are careening from crisis to crisis as their foes change tactics.
TEAM SPORT
How To Reach Out To Neighbors Who Need It
Safe ways to contact seniors, at-risk neighbors and others needing social connection during a challenging time.
BREAKING IT DOWN
Here Are Three, Three-Ingredient Only, Recipes You Can Make While At Home
Tasty producer Alvin Zhou makes three items, using only three ingredients each. A coffee to start the morning, an omelette snack and a chicken meal.
LET'S STICK TO THE FACTS
What We've Learned About The Coronavirus — And What We Still Need To Know
As important as some of the things we've learned about coronavirus seem to be, there remain critical knowledge gaps that we need to fill.
DIGGING DEEP
As Disasters Mount, Our Cities May Need To Move Underground
Temperatures are rising and urban centers are packed. To preserve livable societies, some argue we should build "Earthscrapers."
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'BEAUTIFUL,' AS TRUMP WOULD SAY
This Guy's Impression Of Trump Talking About Coronavirus And Easter Is Uncannily Good
"I'm probably gonna fire Fauci on Good Friday… they'll call it Great Friday, for Trump."
THEY'LL BE WATCHING YOU
Android Apps May Be Snooping On You More Than You Realize
It's not as simple as tracking where you go and what you do in an app: apps might be dropping details about the other programs you've installed on your phone, too.
THE BEE WHISPERER
This Bay Area Bee-Keeper Has Over 10 Million Bees And Supplies NorCal With Honey
Khaled Almaghafi, an Oakland native, started as a hobbyist, learning from his father. Now he's been supplying the Northern California with honey, beeswax and other products for close to three decades.
NO MIRACLE CURES
Can Vitamin D Protect Me From Coronavirus?
We fact-check common rumors about treatment for Covid-19, including the idea that supplementing zinc or vitamin D can help.
PJS ARE THE NEW BUSINESS CASUAL
We're In The Midst Of A Massive Work-From-Home Experiment. What If It Works?
While much of the news is scary, I've found a silver thread of hope in this pandemic: what if this is our chance to prove remote work, well, works?
WE'RE GONNA GET THROUGH THIS
This Pop Culture Mashup Will Give You The Optimism Needed To Get Through The Coronavirus Crisis
A little motivation to get you through the day.
PUTTING IN THE WORK
YouTube Sensation. Progressive In A Purple District. Single Mom
What the Democratic Party could learn from first-term Congresswoman Katie Porter.
OUT OF CONTROL
The End-Of-The-world Business Is Booming
"Coronavirus is just the spark," says one doomsday prep supplier. "What's really driving sales is the fear of what's to come."
BOTTOMS UP
Bartenders Attempt To Match Up The Drink Choice To The Person
Is drink choice linked to personality? These bartenders attempt to glean these strangers' alcohol choices based on personality traits.
DEVASTATING
An Indiana Man's Account Of Losing His Partner To Coronavirus
"Anything good I could say about this would be a lie.'"
SIMON SAYS
In The Decade Since 'The Wire,' David Simon Has Produced TV That Matters
David Simon had one hell of a run in the 2000s, bringing his skills as a journalist and his frustration with faltering American institutions to bear on some uncommonly sophisticated television.
WAITING ON YOU
Why Different Seasons Affect How Viruses Spread And What That Means For The Coronavirus
The virus appeared only in December last year. Scientists need more time to determine the seasonal effect on it.
PSA
All Five Seasons Of 'Samurai Jack' Are Available For Free Streaming
Adult Swim has made all five seasons of Genndy Tartakovsky's "Samurai Jack" available for free streaming on their site. You don't even need to register an account.
LOOK AT THIS PHOTOGRAPH
Last Year, We Finally Photographed A Black Hole. Now What?
By sorting through the precise patterns captured in the photographs, astronomers could directly measure the basic properties of black holes and stress test Einstein's theory of gravity like never before.
HOME SAFE HOME
Girl Coming Home From Chemo Treatment Gets A Warm And Social Distancing-Respecting Welcome
Drastic times call for careful yet wholesome measures.
STILL WAITING ON ANSWERS
What We Know — And Don't Know — About Possible Coronavirus Treatments Promoted By Trump
There isn't enough evidence that decades-old anti-malarial drugs work for the treatment or prevention of coronavirus, but here's what we do know so far.
THROW-(WAY)-BACK SUNDAY
Bob Weighton Turns 112: The Times And Life Of The World's Oldest Man
Bob Weighton, from Hampshire, turns 112 today. What has the world's oldest man lived through?
PUGILISTIC ATTITUDE
Guy Puts An Interesting Twist To The Tablecloth Trick With His Pug
Guess this is a dog's life now.
YOU CAN DO THIS
How To Stay Sober During A Global Pandemic
"There's just something to be said for close contact and human proximity."
NEXT IN LINE
Growing Up With The World's Biggest Stars, By Their Children
The sons and daughters of John Wayne, John Lennon, Caitlyn Jenner and others tell us what it was like to grow up with a world-famous parent.
HANG IN THERE
Squirrel Desperately Wants To Steal Food, And It'll Do Gymnastics To Get It
"The squirrels are always stealing the birdseed from our bird feeder. I happened to catch this one performing acrobatic feats in order to enjoy the seed."
OH SNAP
The US's $13 Billion Aircraft Carrier Has A Toilet Problem
It's yet another headache plaguing America's newest aircraft carrier.
IN BLOOM
How Spring Can Make Us Healthier And Happier
Longer, lighter days can help us banish old habits, sleep better and improve our mental health, even during the lockdown.
LIFE, GIVE US THESE PLEASE
The Finger Lime, AKA Lemon 'Caviar,' Is The Most Expensive Lemon In The World
The finger lime can cost around $150 per pound.
BE MINDFUL AND TIP WORKERS
State Data Indicates We're Headed For Another Record Unemployment Week
From Pennsylvania to Oklahoma, things are getting worse.
HOME SWEET 701
North Dakota: Images Of The Peace Garden State
A few glimpses of North Dakota's landscape and some of the animals and people calling it home.
'HE GOES TO A GARAGE SALE'
Guy's Girlfriend Recaps 'Star Wars' Completely From Memory After Watching It For The First Time
Jesse has a hilarious recollection of "Star Wars: A New Hope."