Spain orders nationwide curfew to stem worsening outbreak
Spain’s 19 regional leaders will have authority to set different hours for the curfew as long as they are stricter, close regional borders to travel and limit gatherings to six people who don’t live together, the prime minister said.
Lowes announces free Christmas tree delivery as businesses offer holiday deals earlier amid COVID-19 pandemic
Black Friday will look different this year, as businesses choose to put sales online in order to reduce overcrowding at stores.
Grocery stores, food producers beef up inventory for potential second wave of COVID-19, holiday shopping rush
Grocers are looking to beef up their inventory ahead of the upcoming holiday shopping season and in preparation for a potential second wave of COVID-19.
Southwest Airlines updates COVID-19 policies, extends middle seat blocking through November
Southwest evaluated its policies and procedures based on “science and evolved guidance from the CDC and broader medical community,” Ryan Green, SVP & chief marketing officer, said in a recent press release.
Walmart reopening second entrances at some stores, getting rid of one-way aisle markers
Walmart says it is reopening second entrances and discontinuing one-way aisles at some of its stores.
UPS to impose hefty holiday fees due to online shopping surge amid COVID-19 pandemic
UPS plans to impose higher surcharge fees ahead of the holiday season to help offset the surge in online orders as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
What should I look for in a hand sanitizer?
When picking a hand sanitizer, opt for one that contains mostly alcohol and has few other ingredients.
Facebook to allow users to promote and sell hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes on platform
The platform had temporarily banned ads and listings for hand sanitizer and wipes to help protect against inflated prices and hoarding amid the pandemic.
COVID-19 pandemic is shifting how consumers use gig companies, according to poll
A new survey from the University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy and The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research shows how consumer attitudes about using ride-hailing and delivery services have changed. It also highlights a wealth divide, where Americans with higher incomes are able to utilize the services to help reduce their risk of infection.
Payless drops ‘ShoeSource’ from its name, announces it will open 300 to 500 stores across North America
The company had shuttered 2,000+ stores when it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in February 2019.
FDA warns of false coronavirus test results from Thermo Fisher kit
News comes a month after Connecticut officials reported at least 90 false-positive test results.
There’s a shortage of Dr Pepper amid the COVID-19 pandemic
The iconic soda brand comforted fans with hopeful words, saying it is doing everything they can to get the beverage back into their hands.
Southwest Airlines no longer cleaning armrests, seat belts between flights
The airline said it will be prioritizing high-touch areas like tray tables and lavatories.
More than a third of US adults are using cleaning products incorrectly: CDC study
In trying to prevent the transmission of the novel coronavirus, more than a third of U.S. adults are putting their health at risk by using cleaning products incorrectly, according to a recent report.
Food banks receiving extra milk donations from Arizona dairy farms during pandemic
Dairy farmers were previously dumping excess milk during the COVID-19 pandemic due to restaurants no longer needing their produce, but now food banks are taking the extra loads to help families in need.
Japanese company’s ‘smart’ face mask translates wearer’s speech into 8 different languages
A robotics start-up in Japan has created a “smart mask” that is designed to facilitate international communication in a socially distanced society.
Cruise lines suspend operations until at least Oct. 31 amid COVID-19 pandemic
“This is a difficult decision as we recognize the crushing impact that this pandemic has had on our community and every other industry,” said the Cruise Lines International Association in a statement.
Clorox wipes won't be fully stocked in stores until 2021, CEO says
Clorox wipes have been a hot commodity since the pandemic started, leading to a shortage that will likely last for the rest of the 2020.
FDA hand sanitizer recall widens to over 100 products
More than 100 "dangerous" hand sanitizers have made the Food and Drug Administration's rolling list of sanitizers that have been recalled due to the presence of a toxic chemical.
Amazon selling coronavirus face shields it helped design at cost
The face shields, priced at $2.65 each, are available to purchase in packs of 25.