Trump Halts World Health Organization Funding in Midst of Coronavirus Pandemic
President Donald Trump recently announced he would halt all U.S. funding of the World Health Organization (WHO), a specialized agency of the United Nations and the leading international health organization, pending a review of its coronavirus response by his administration.
The Importance of Wearing a Mask
Each time you leave your home, even if just to take a walk around your neighborhood, you should wear a mask, bandana, or some form of protective covering. Not just for your own safety, but for the safety of others.
Biden Tweets to Not Drink Bleach, While Outdoor Activities Remain Closed Amid Heat Wave
Biden warns Americans to not drink bleach after Trump’s disinfectant suggestion at his brief went viral; the COVID-19 “hoax” gets clarification. Beach trips and outdoor activities may result in citations in Santa Monica as they are prohibited during heat wave this weekend due to the pandemic. Millions of Americans are being examined for coronavirus, while being reminded of prevention, symptoms and what to do if you are feeling sick.
COVID-19 Protective Supply Crisis
Anxiety and fear grow in hospitals around Los Angeles as the nation's healthcare system is overwhelmed by coronavirus victims. Medical professionals across the United States are experiencing a critical shortage of protective supplies and are unable to protect themselves from the virus when providing patient care.
COVID-19 and the 2020 Election
As America finally begins coming to grips with the new reality of the coronavirus winter, the 2020 presidential election pushes on.
Student Life on a Virtual Campus
All Santa Monica College (SMC) clubs were thought to have been canceled due to the coronavirus. However, a few clubs have made efforts to resume digitally.
Dine-In at Home and Order Takeout
With closure of dine-in restaurants throughout California, the demand for takeout services has increased. Third party ordering platforms such as "Grubhub," "Postmates," and "DoorDash" have quickly grown in popularity due to current circumstances. Major food delivery apps have assisted owners during this transition to help generate income and keep business afloat.
As COVID-19 impact spreads California Community Colleges; CARES Act aid expected shortly
With the United States entering an economic recession, and the coronavirus’ expected impact now expanded into the fall, California’s community colleges are managing new ways to adapt and to support their students.
Safer at Home Extended, Easter Weekend Closures and Economic "Whiplash"
Half a million of Americans are now infected with COVID-19 and fatalities numbers surpassed every other country. Los Angeles extended measures till May 15 and Santa Monica Closed beaches and markets amid Easter weekend. Free testing in LA comes with priorities. Food and ventilator donations due to the pandemic’s financial crisis.
LA Mayor requires Face Masks for all Essential workers; Enables businesses to deny unprotected patrons
Los Angeles City Mayor Eric Garcetti ordered most essential workers, patrons and guests to wear protective face coverings or masks in a press conference Tuesday afternoon. The order, which goes into effect on Friday at midnight, effectively mandates that masks be worn anywhere outside the home.
Stimulus Package Pay Day is Near, While Angelenos are Called to Wear Masks
All countries urged to make public health affordable, while caution against early cancellation of measures. California expands telehealth video-chats and Angelenenos are advised to wear masks in public. Santa Monica enforces strict measures as will shut down construction sites that do not follow COVID-19 guidelines. $1,200 on the way, as unemployment claims skyrocket and rent along with water bills are suspended.
USNS Mercy Arrives at the Port of Los Angeles
The USNS Mercy, a hospital ship, arrived in the Port of Los Angeles, offering 1,000 extra beds to aid the city’s response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) emergency.
Global Pandemic affecting International Students
As colleges across the country close their campus and switch to online format due to COVID-19, many students fear the unknown. International students face an even more unpredictable outlook as they grapple with the choice to stay in America or attempt to rush back home to familiar surroundings.
Trump Extends Social Distancing to April 30
President Trump extended the timeline for the social distancing rules enacted in response to the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) to April 30. The move comes after Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, and point man on the U.S.’ response to the coronavirus predicted that COVID-19 could take as many as 200,000 American lives even after stringent preventative measures were enacted.
Misdemeanor if Caught Outdoors, While Mercy Arrives to LA
As COVID-19 expands it raises the case's numbers of the world and two SMC students test positive. California adopts rougher orders as public places close, while the 2.2 trillion Emergency Financial Package gets Signed and the Navy hospital ship USNS Mercy docks in Los Angeles.
A Timeline of Santa Monica College Coronavirus Updates
A visual guide to the updates students of Santa Monica College (SMC) have received to how the college is adjusting during this pandemic.
White House, Senate Leaders Reach $2 Trillion Deal to Revitalize U.S. Economy
Leaders in the Senate and the White House reached a compromise early Wednesday morning on a $2 trillion plan to resuscitate the U.S. economy from the unprecedented economic damage in response to the growth of the coronavirus epidemic.
How The U.S. Surpassed 30,000 COVID-19 Cases
COVID-19, a pandemic has taken the world’s breath away, by transforming every area of human life in the nation. The constant efforts to contain it include, but are not limited to closures, stay at home orders and a financial battle is spread with furloughs around the country.
L.A. Mayor's Major Moves
In a whirlwind of a week, Mayor Eric Garcetti of Los Angeles has taken tremendous action to reassure Angelenos of their safety and to prevent the coronavirus COVID-19 from spreading.