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The new coronavirus might spread when people talk, but scientists say masks can help

It's possible that the new coronavirus can spread from person to person simply by talking, or even breathing, according to preliminary studies.




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Trump administration is battling coronavirus without a war room

Coronavirus continues to spread, but the Trump administration disbanded the team that could have helped.




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Southern California outpacing Bay Area in new coronavirus cases. So where's the peak?

As Bay Area coronavirus infection rate eases, the focus turns to Southern California, especially L.A. County, with 6,000 cases and rising: a good week to "skip shopping altogether."




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Stay out! 10 images of caution tape in places you wouldn't expect to see it

It's our visual prompt to stay away, but stay-at-home orders have given new purpose to caution tape.




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Race for vaccine intensifies as coronavirus hits Asia with a second wave of outbreaks

As researchers race to develop a vaccine for COVID-19, the potential for the coronavirus to perpetually rebound has ramped up the urgency in finding a worldwide cure.




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California's coronavirus curve: Fewer deaths but a longer stay-at-home requirement

California coronavirus curve: Fewer deaths, long quarantine




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Cautious optimism in San Francisco over coronavirus, but mayor calls for sacrifice

San Francisco has emerged something of a bright spot in California's battle against COVID-19, but it's too early to relax, officials say.




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Coronavirus infection may cause lasting damage throughout the body, doctors fear

Some patients who have recovered from coronavirus infection are suffering lasting damage, including liver damage, heart damage and blood clotting problems.




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California becomes first state to recommend coronavirus tests for some without symptoms

California is now giving coronavirus testing priority to asymptomatic people in high-risk settings such as nursing homes and prisons.




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Here's what scientists still wish they knew about the coronavirus

What do scientists wish they knew about the coronavirus? Which treatments actually work, what antibodies are good for, and which public health measures help.




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Autopsies reveal first confirmed U.S. coronavirus-related deaths occurred in California in February

Coronavirus: Autopsies reveal the first confirmed U.S. COVID-19 deaths occurred in Bay Area in February.




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With humans shut in by the coronavirus, nature sees an opportunity

As people across the globe stay home to stop the spread of the new coronavirus, Earth is becoming cleaner and more wild.




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Coronavirus and smoking: How do cigarettes, pot and vaping affect infections and outcomes?

Studies are finding that cigarette smokers are more likely to have severe cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by coronavirus. Many lung doctors say that doesn't surprise them much.




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Government scientist felt pressured to approve contract for work on drug Trump touted

A government scientist felt pressure to approve a research contract for a lab investigating hydroxychloroquine, a drug Trump has touted as a coronavirus cure.




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No, don't inject disinfectant: Outcry over Trump's musing

The maker of Lysol and another disinfectant says its products should not be used as an internal treatment for the coronavirus.




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Glowing blue waves lighting up SoCal coastline roll into the South Bay

Video and photos show an algae bloom in the South Bay producing a neon-blue light along the shoreline at night in Hermosa Beach.




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Column: My husband's cancer was diagnosed three days into the shutdown. Here's the silver lining

The news that estrogen may boost resistance to COVID-19 offered a silver lining to my husband's prostate cancer and a cure for my isolation envy.




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Danish brand-of-the-moment Ganni doubles down on Southern California presence

Ditte and Nicolaj Reffstrup call their fashion brand's sustainabilty efforts "a moral obligation."




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Gwyneth Paltrow shares the story behind that candle plus some beauty tips

At a dinner party, Gwyneth Paltrow discussed the vagina-scented candle, Goop's controversial jade egg and some of her favorite beauty and wellness tips.




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Amazon is primed to change the fashion industry with 'Making the Cut'

Amazon is launching its first global series that combines unscripted programming with its retail store.




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Will we wear jeans in the future? The costume designer for 'Avenue 5' has thoughts

HBO's "Avenue 5" is set 40 years in the future. Costume designer Suzie Harman's challenge: Figuring out what we'll all be wearing then.




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Hydro Flask started out at farmers markets. Here's how it got so huge

How Hydro Flask water bottles became a hot fashion accessory is a story mixing environmentalism, self-care and the simple desire to keep drinks cold.




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Artist Alexandra Grant discusses beauty, patriarchy and what her godmother taught her

Grant chatted with Goop founder Gwyneth Paltrow during a "no makeup" dinner, which made headlines last week.




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Philipp Plein's fashion tribute to Kobe Bryant garners mixed reaction

Retailing for $2,070 and $3,150, respectively, the Philipp Plein tank top and hoodie are being sold to support the Mamba & Mambacita Sports Foundation, which was started by Lakers legend Kobe Bryant.




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Review: Saint Laurent's Anthony Vaccarello made an unexpected move. He put color in the spotlight

Paris Fashion Week: For fall and winter 2020, Anthony Vaccarello also explored the fabrics — and the "bourgeois elegance" of 1990s-era YSL.




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Kobe Bryant's Lakers jerseys, sneakers to be put up for auction

Taking place April 30 with more than 300 items, Julien's Auctions' "Sports Legends" auction will be held live in Beverly Hills and also online.




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Kat Von D is sorry about that anti-vaxx post: 'I was completely uninformed'

Tattoo artist Kat Von D also clears the air about parting ways with her beauty brand, her new vegan shoe line and her upcoming music career.




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What to watch tonight? Check out 'Queen & Slim' and learn why those snakeskin boots are so important

If you're self-isolating, then you have time to watch "Queen & Slim" and fall for those boots. The film is now available through streaming platforms and on DVD.




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Thinking about growing a coronavirus hiatus beard? Read this first

If having facial hair means you're touching your face more often, an infectious disease expert says, 'That's not good.'




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In lockdown hair hell? Try these at-home tricks for cuts and covering gray

Pro hair colorists and stylists in L.A. offer tips and tricks on how to best tend to hair growth during quarantine.




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Our fashion critic reviews 'Making the Cut's' winning looks: 'A shrug at best'

Times fashion critic Adam Tschorn reviews the winning looks from the first two episodes of "Making the Cut," Amazon's new fashion competition series.




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Our fashion critic reviews 'Making the Cut's' winning looks: 'A covetable combo'

Times fashion critic Adam Tschorn offers his thoughts on Episodes 3 and 4 of Amazon's fashion competition "Making the Cut."




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Our fashion critic reviews 'Making the Cut's' winning looks: 'A total shirt show'

Times fashion critic Adam Tschorn offers his thoughts on Episodes 5 and 6 of Amazon's fashion competition 'Making the Cut.'




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TV mentor Tim Gunn is freaked out too: 'Every night at 7 o'clock I burst into tears'

L.A. Times TV editor Matt Brennan interviews 'Making the Cut' and 'Project Runway' star Tim Gunn about his mentorship style.




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Three sisters set aside a dressmaking rivalry to kick coronavirus butt

For years, the Cerpas sisters engaged in friendly competition, running their own dress shops. Now they've come together to make face masks.




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The six best masks for at-home facials during the coronavirus shutdown

Spa day, anyone? Here are our favorite beauty masks to treat yourself with while you stay at home.




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TV mentor Tim Gunn is freaked out too: 'Every night at 7 o'clock I burst into tears'

L.A. Times TV editor Matt Brennan interviews 'Making the Cut' and 'Project Runway' star Tim Gunn about his mentorship style.




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Our fashion critic reviews 'Making the Cut's' winning looks: 'Coachella-worthy'

Times fashion critic Adam Tschorn offers his thoughts on Episodes 7 and 8 of Amazon's fashion competition 'Making the Cut.'




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When a DIY haircut goes tragically, hysterically wrong

Thinking about picking up the scissors during this coronavirus shutdown? Beware! Here's one mother's memory of an epic DIY haircut that went memorably (and hysterically) wrong.




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We tuned in for the White House briefings but stayed for Dr. Birx's glorious scarves

Dr. Deborah Birx's scarves became this moment's fashion inspiration. Here's how to get her look.




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Put some Chateau Marmont swag in your bag and help its laid-off staff

Profits from the sale of the hotel's bathrobes, keychains and designer-collaboration cashmere sweaters will go to a fund for fired workers.




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Our fashion critic reviews 'Making the Cut's' winning collection: 'A brand is born'

Times fashion critic Adam Tschorn offers his thoughts on Episodes 9 and 10 of Amazon's fashion competition "Making the Cut."




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San Francisco will close all public schools in response to coronavirus outbreak

The San Francisco Unified School District is closing all schools for three weeks beginning Monday. Four students and their family members at one campus have shown signs of respiratory illness.




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Newsom orders more aid to California campuses shuttered by coronavirus, opting not to close schools statewide

The action comes on the heels of the temporary closure of all schools in the Los Angeles Unified School District and schools in most of the state's largest cities, some of which made the decision to close earlier this week.




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Hey, kids. We're eager to hear from you about the coronavirus

We want to hear from you. Send us your questions and one of our reporters will answer them. Plus, send us your drawings and pictures.




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California schools may not reopen this school year; LAUSD begins food distribution

California public schools are likely to be closed for the remainder of the school year, Gov. Gavin Newsom said Tuesday to anxious parents and educators.




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Schools are closed, but learning must go on. How is this working for the neediest students?

In a teleconference meeting of more than 7,500 school district officials and educators across California, the message was clear: School buildings may be closed in response to the coronavirus pandemic, but learning is still in session.




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California needs nurses. So why is the state about to give up 10,000 prospects?

California regulations may prevent thousands of nursing students from graduating, despite frantic effort to boost numbers of healthcare workers amid the pandemic.




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A theater critic's letter to his students, past, present and future

Don't let the coronavirus outbreak obscure the lessons of theater, the connection to great thinkers, the inspiration that comes from the art of creation.




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What about grades? Coronavirus school closures? AP tests? College? A student Q&A

Teenagers asked questions about coronavirus school closures, graduation, grads and their families' safety. We found the answers.