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Switzerland fast-tracks emergency aid for small businesses weathering COVID-19
Switzerland provides fast access to loans for small businesses – a lesson for other nations trying to limit the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
All at sea during COVID-19 lockdown? Try these sailor survival tips
Two experienced mariners explain how to manage your crew and avoid cabin fever while you're confined by the coronavirus.
This Japanese experiment shows how easily coronavirus can spread – and what you can do about it
Researchers found microdroplets can remain in the air for 20 minutes, providing clues to the rapid spread of the coronavirus and how to reduce exposure.
Coronavirus: 5 predictions for how the economy might recover
From huge contractions to slight growth, 50 economists predicted the economic fallout from the coronavirus.
Coronavirus: the economic recovery won’t only be U-shaped – it’ll look like a wheelbarrow
The coronavirus pandemic has sent the US economy tumbling, but according to experts, while the effects will be severe, they should also be relatively short-lived.
How 300 Indian scientists are fighting fake news about COVID-19
A collection of 400 scientists have joined together to form Indian Scientists' Response to COVID-19 (ISRC) - to debunk false information about coronavirus.
COVID-19: America hasn't used this little energy in 16 years
Coronavirus has caused a drop in energy consumption in America, as stay-at-home measures mean businesses have shut and industrial activity has slowed.
The COVID-19 recovery must focus on nature
Coronavirus is a reminder of our dysfunctional relationship with nature. Studies show deforestation and the loss of wildlife cause infectious disease.
Working from home? Here are 5 tips for a more human digital experience
As working from home becomes the norm, we should examine whether we are making the most of the technology involved.
3 campaigns spreading the joy of reading to children at home
COVID-19 has affected 1.5 billion students worldwide. To calm nerves and raise money for kids in need, authors and celebrities are reading books online.
Why informal networks will be key to the COVID-19 recovery
Informal networks including community organizations and faith-based groups are filling gaps to help vulnerable people during the coronavirus outbreak.
COVID-19: What you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic on 14 April
Today's top stories include WHO's guidelines for countries easing lockdown restrictions and a free rice "ATM" to feed Viet Nam's poorest during the crisis.