The rapid work stoppage had Americans fretting about their jobs and their savings, threatened to overwhelm unemployment benefit programs, and heightened fears the country could plunge into a recession. President Donald Trump acknowledged that possibility for the first time and suggested the nation may be dealing with the virus until July or August. We need to act now, all of us,” said Dr. Grant Colfax, director of the San Francisco Health Department. At least eight states called on all bars and restaurants to close at least part of the day. Some planned to binge-watch TV, catch up on chores, exercise at home, do more cooking or catch up on their reading.

Source: Manila Times March 17, 2020 03:02 UTC