Germany Passes 1 Million Coronavirus Cases, As Merkel Warns Of 'A Tough Winter'

With the daily number of new infections hovering around 20,000, Chancellor Angel Merkel warned Germans this week that her government may move to extend restrictions into the new year.

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A Black Friday With Masked Shoppers And Booming Online Sales

Shoppers encountered temperature checks and mall Santas behind plexiglas shields. But online sales may have stolen the show.

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North Korea Executed Coronavirus Rule-Breaker, Says South Korean Intelligence

South Korean lawmakers say intelligence officials briefed them on the North's tough pandemic rules, including a Pyongyang lockdown and an execution of an official caught breaking restrictions.

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A COVID-19 Vaccine For Children May Still Be Many Months Away

The first COVID-19 vaccines to hit the market will not be approved for use in children. Researchers must figure out if the vaccines are safe and effective in kids.

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Government Model Suggests U.S. COVID-19 Cases Could Be Approaching 100 Million

Government scientists estimate that the true number of coronavirus infections is eight times the reported number of 12.5 million, meaning "most of the country remains at risk," the team reports.

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Germany Extends Strict Lockdown Measures With Eye Towards Reopening Ski Slopes

Chancellor Angela Merkel extended limits on private gatherings, and will keep bars and restaurants closed through December, but she asked the EU to agree on a time to reopen the region's ski slopes.

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Sudan's Former Prime Minister Sadiq Al-Mahdi Dies Of COVID-19

The former premier's political party confirmed his death on Thursday. He was 84 and died in the United Arab Emirates, where he was receiving treatment.

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Supreme Court Says New York Can't Limit Attendance In Houses of Worship Due To COVID

Justices said the Gov. Andrew Cuomo's executive order limiting attendance in places of worship violates the First Amendment.

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Yes, The Macy's Parade Is Still Happening This Year — But It'll Be A Bit Different

Instead of traveling the traditional 2.5-mile-route through New York City's Midtown, the Thanksgiving Day parade will take place in front of Macy's department store.

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'It Is Slightly Terrifying.' New Orleans Chef Braces For A Bittersweet Thanksgiving

Like many small business owners, Kelly Fields is walking a fine line between keeping her restaurant open and her employees safe. As much as she's staying vigilant, she's wary of another shutdown.

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