The global pandemic has reached into the circles of political elites around the world, as their top aides, ministers and even a spouse test positive for the coronavirus.
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Mapping the Social Network of Coronavirus
To slow the virus, Alessandro Vespignani and other analysts are racing to model the behavior of its human host.
Italy’s Health Care System Groans Under Coronavirus — a Warning to the World
In less than three weeks, the virus has overloaded hospitals in northern Italy, offering a glimpse of what countries face if they cannot slow the contagion.
Chaos in Europe, and Anger, Over U.S. Travel Ban to Curb Coronavirus
European leaders denounced President Trump’s decision to block most visitors from the Continent for 30 days. Travelers scrambled to reach the United States before the ban takes effect.
What You Need to Know About Trump’s European Travel Ban
President Trump’s limits on travel from most of Europe left myriad questions. Here are some answers.
Coronavirus Tests Europe’s Cohesion, Alliances and Even Democracy
With the rapid spread of the virus, Brussels is fumbling, nations are diverging, populists are salivating and the U.S. is erecting barriers against allies.
For Italians, Dodging Coronavirus Has Become a Game of Chance
Daily life in Italy is now a roll of the dice. Just ask residents of Pavia, once home to a founder of modern probability theory.
Coronavirus Pandemic, Angela Merkel, Markets: Your Thursday Briefing
Here’s what you need to know.
Flattening the Coronavirus Curve
One chart explains why slowing the spread of the infection is nearly as important as stopping it.
Travel and the Coronavirus: Answers to Your Top Questions
Contemplating travel right now is confusing. Here is advice from experts on how to navigate the changing landscape.