What India's second COVID-19 wave may mean for countries in Africa
narvikk/iStock (NEW YORK) — As India, the second-most populous country in the world, grapples with a devastating second wave of COVID-19 infections that has pushed its health system to the brink of collapse, officials in Africa, the
Summer travel expected to surge as Americans take first trips since pandemic's start
npstockphoto/iStock (NEW YORK) — As vaccination numbers continue to rise, Americans are expected to travel this summer — taking their first big trip since the start of the pandemic. “I think folks are really eager to make
How NJ's biggest city is using guaranteed income to aid pandemic recovery
Sean Pavone/iStock (NEWARK, N.J.) — The most populous city in New Jersey has launched a pilot program to give guaranteed income to some residents, as the pandemic has exacerbated the racial wealth gap and exposed the economic
New online grocer Umamicart connects consumers with beloved Asian food products
Andrea Xu (NEW YORK) — During the pandemic, Andrea Xu found a new way to tap into her Asian heritage and help connect consumers to the flavors, ingredients and dishes that are deeply rooted in her culture’s
Scoreboard roundup — 5/11/21
iStock (NEW YORK) — Here are the scores from Tuesday’s sports events: MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL INTERLEAGUE San Francisco 4, Texas 2 Cleveland 3, Chi Cubs 2 NY Mets 3, Baltimore 2 Toronto 5, Atlanta 3 LA Dodgers



