First commercially available test can be used to screen thousands of patients per day, its developer says. Source
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Incomplete coronavirus test kits like a printer with no ink, governor says
The coronavirus tests California is receiving are reportedly incomplete and the state’s governor compared it to “purchasing a printer but forgetting to purchase the ink.” Source
This week: 40 years of “Sunday Morning” (March 15)
A look at the features for this week’s broadcast of the #1 Sunday morning news program Source
Virus “unknowns” put U.S. in unprecedented situation, top expert says
The current coronavirus testing system in the United States is “failing,” Fauci said at a Congressional committee hearing. Source
The Black Crowes’ Robinson brothers talk music and family
Chris and Rich Robinson of The Black Crowes performed at a benefit concert called Love Rocks NYC on Thursday night. They played to an empty audience due to coronavirus precautions, but those who watched the live stream saw a small miracle in the normally feuding Robinson brothers’ reunion. “CBS This Morning” co-host Anthony Mason sat down with the Robinsons to talk about their successful history and many family battles. Source
Europe travel ban starts today. Here’s what you need to know
The ban, which begins Friday at midnight, will last 30 days. Most airlines have announced limited flights to Europe. Source
Trump administration announces $1.3M for fast virus test development
The administration said it’s awarding $1.3 million to two companies for rapid testing, one in California and one in Maryland. Source
NBA star donates $100K to help workers impacted by virus
“I hope that during this time of crisis, others will join me in supporting our communities,” Love said of the donation. Source
Mark Cuban wants to pay workers during NBA suspension
Cuban said he would consider having employees volunteer in exchange for their paychecks. Source
Coronavirus recession is “likely,” economist says
The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed down 10% on Thursday, its worst day since 1987. The Dow went from a record high to a downward bear market in just 19 days — its fastest slide since 1931. Greg Ip, the Wall Street Journal’s chief economics commentator, said a recession is “likely.” He broke down the signs that point to an economic downturn and what the government can do to try and prevent it on “CBS This Morning.” Source