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Trump and Fauci seek to present united front at coronavirus briefing
President Trump and the leading immunologist on the White House coronavirus task force attempted to present a united front Monday, following speculation of a shakeup within the federal pandemic response effort.
How to get your $1,200 emergency payment faster  — But watch out for debt collectors
The federal government has begun sending $1,200 checks to millions of Americans. But some who need the money the most may have trouble actually getting it, and debt collectors may want it too.
Is it ethical to shop during a pandemic?
We are buying almost everything online right now. And stores are encouraging this — to slow the spread of COVID-19. But they’re also offering sales and discounts in hopes that we buy more. Is it ethical to take advantage, knowing that workers packaging up your recent purchases in warehouses and people delivering those items to your home could be at risk of getting sick?
The latest on the science of the novel coronavirus
As COVID-19 cases increase, researchers continue to chase down leads about how to improve treatment and find a vaccine. We spoke with two researchers to understand the latest on the novel coronavirus.
 Immigrant families face complex challenges with Minnesota’s distance learning
Many immigrant and refugee families are navigating distance learning while trying to find the right support needed to succeed online. Some have limited English proficiency, no formal education or internet access, and even lack the understanding of how to work on a computer.
Community health centers fear extinction just as need rises
With 6 million jobless claims across America last week alone, federally-backed community health centers are bracing for a perfect storm of increased demand at a time when it’s uncertain if they’ll be able to keep the lights on.
How to be a science communicator during a pandemic
Information — both real and fake — is readily available, especially regarding the novel coronavirus. But how do you determine what’s real and how do you share information responsibly? We get advice from a science communicator.
Coronavirus pandemic brings hundreds of U.S. clinical trials to a halt
COVID-19 has led to the suspension of many clinical studies of experimental treatments. About a quarter of the stopped trials involved new cancer treatments, an NPR analysis finds.
Fauci comments on U.S. virus response seem to draw Trump's ire
The United States' top infectious disease expert said that earlier mitigation could have saved lives but that knowing when to take such steps "is complicated." President Trump later reposted a tweet that referenced Fauci's comments and that said "Time to #FireFauci."