Tag Archives: Coronavirus

Audrey Kostka, 44, is now out of $10,000 after being robbed outside of her home in Coconut Grove, Florida, on March 13. According to WSVN, two men in pickup trucks snatched Kostka’s purse, which contained a large amount of cash as she was just returning from the bank. “It has …

As the coronavirus continues to change our lives minute by minute, guidelines for government organizations are continuously being updated. The latest update comes from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as they updated their policy regarding blood donation from specific groups of people. The new policy will see gay & …

According to KTVT-CBS 11 News, over 40 students from the University of Texas have reportedly tested positive for the coronavirus after going on a spring break trip to Mexico. Since Tuesday, the numbers have increased from 28 students, according to the Texas news source. Officials reported that a group of …

Two men have been arrested after stealing Corona beers and claiming to have “the virus” amid the coronavirus pandemic. According to local news, Coconut Creek Police arrested the men, who have since been identified as 32-year-old Steven Cyriacks and 42-year-old Zavier Permenter. The incident occurred Tuesday at a local CVS …

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft sent a plane full of medical supplies from China to Boston to help with the coronavirus outbreak in the state. The Patriots plane, which was sent out Thursday afternoon, was filled with 1.2 million N95 masks, according to the Wall Street Journal. The aircraft …

The Florida pastor, who was hauled in by cops for hosting a megachurch service despite quarantine and stay-at-home orders, is defending his actions insisting he’s done NOTHING wrong. According to TMZ, Rodney Howard-Browne, the Tampa-area minister, took to his own social media telecast shortly after being released last Monday to …

A prestigious scientific panel presented research findings to the White House Wednesday night that showed the coronavirus could be spread not just by sneezes or coughs, but also by just talking, or possibly even just breathing. According to CNN, a letter written by Dr. Harvey Fineberg, chairman of a committee …

Wimbledon canceled for the first time since World War II, Elton John raised $8 million towards the coronavirus relief effort, Florida officially issued a statewide shutdown and more. Baller Alert is back to give you the latest details regarding the COVID-19 outbreak. There’s good, there’s bad, but that’s the reality, …

Couples filing for divorce are increasing due to the weariness of staying home under the social distancing order and the financial stress brought on by the coronavirus pandemic. According to marital attorneys in Manhattan, there is a 50%  increase in divorce inquiries from couples forced together while under quarantine. The …

A husband seemingly ill with COVID-19 hid his symptoms so he could visit his wife in the maternity ward at upstate New York hospital. The unidentified man reportedly went to the Strong Memorial Hospital so he could be with his wife during childbirth. He assured the medical staff he felt …

Police have charged another pastor with defying public orders against large gatherings,  making him the second pastor in two days. This pastor defied orders by holding church services that included hundreds of members. And despite the charges, he vowed the church doors will still be open this coming Sunday. According …

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, a shortage of medical supplies and equipment has put a strain on the United State’s healthcare system. With the uncertainty of how the pandemic would affect the country, thousands of people stocked up on supplies that were deemed essential, including medical supplies. Health …

It has been nearly a week since any new cases of the Coronavirus have been reported in Wuhan, China, where the deadly outbreak began late last year before infecting over 100 countries worldwide. According to Reuters, Coronavirus cases are flattening off across China. However, Wuhan residents dispute this, claiming that …

New York City has reported its first death of a child due to COVID-19. This death is one of the hundreds of new deaths that occurred Sunday night, bringing the total number of fatalities to 1,218 New York officials said. The age of the child has not been publicly released, …

Over the last several years, there’s been a significant rise in the number of companies offering remote work. The benefits are plentiful, including increased productivity, lower overhead costs for buildings, and overall employee satisfaction. The employers who currently offer remote work options are seemingly ahead of the curve during the …