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YouTube Decides to Allow Some Creators to Monetize Coronavirus Content

NewsTubers, rejoice: YouTube has reversed course and decided to allow select creators to monetize coronavirus content. Previously, any video mentioning the word had their ads removed, per YouTube’s “sensitive content” policy which categorized the coronavirus as a global health crisis (in league with natural disasters,…

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Amazon (Finally) Sets Up a Coronavirus Relief Fund for Its Contractors

In a company blog post today, Amazon announced it’s creating a financial safety net for its contingent workers, making it one of the last major tech companies to do so amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.

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New Coronavirus Bill Aims to Help All Americans Vote From Home in Emergencies

In the wake of the World Health Organization (WHO) formally declaring the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic, U.S. Senator Ron Wyden has introduced legislation that—depending on the spread of the new coronavirus in the United States—may require all states to allow Americans to vote using absentee ballots in the upcoming…

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How To Work From Home Without Losing It With Your Partner Or Kids

Setting expectations and communicating are the keys to doing your job at home while preserving your sanity.

Floyd Mayweather’s Ex-Girlfriend Josie Harris Found Dead In California

The 40-year-old was the mother to three of the boxing legend’s children and had been locked in a lawsuit with him.

Trump To Address Nation On Coronavirus Pandemic

The president will deliver a prime-time speech from the Oval Office on Wednesday about the growing COVID-19 outbreak.

Alex Jones Is Peddling Toothpaste That He Falsely Says Kills Coronavirus

The “Infowars” founder is just the latest to attempt to profit off of fears over the outbreak.

CDC tells public to avoid popular mushrooms over deadly outbreak

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has revealed a new Listeria outbreak that has been linked back to a popular type of mushroom called ‘enoki.’ Unlike many types of edible mushrooms, enoki feature long white stems and very small caps. The public is told to throw away any of the recalled products they may have purchased, among other things. … Continue reading

NCAA March Madness games will be played without fans

Precautions for the coronavirus outbreak are about to radically affect how many people watch college sports. The NCAA is responding to the risks of COVID-19 by restricting attendance at championship events, including Division I men’s and women’s bas…