With hospitals and cemeteries overwhelmed by the coronavirus, the mayor of Manaus, Brazil's hardest hit city, has appealed to world leaders, including President Trump, for help.

Companies around the country are figuring out how to safely reopen office during the pandemic. The new normal might involve smartphone apps and badges to track employees.

Stocks are likely to move higher at the start of trading on Friday, extending the strong upward move seen in the previous session. The major index futures are currently pointing to a higher open for the markets, with the Dow futures up by 277 points.

Following the sharp pullback seen over the two previous sessions, stocks are likely to see further downside in early trading on Monday. The major index futures are currently pointing to a lower open for the markets, with the Dow futures down by 197 points.

Following the mixed performance in the previous session, stocks are likely to move mostly higher in early trading on Thursday. The major index futures are currently pointing to a higher open for the markets, with the Dow futures up by 310 points.

The major U.S. index futures are currently pointing to a lower opening on Friday, with stocks likely to extend the pullback seen in the previous session.

The major U.S. index futures are currently pointing to a sharply higher opening on Friday, with stocks likely to add to the gains posted in the previous session.

The major U.S. index futures are currently pointing to a lower opening on Monday, with stocks likely to extend the sharp pullback seen over the two previous sessions.

The major U.S. index futures are currently pointing to a lower opening on Monday, with stocks likely to give back ground following the strong upward move seen last week.

The major U.S. index futures are currently pointing to a higher opening on Monday, with stocks likely to add to the gains posted in the previous session.

The major U.S. index futures are currently pointing to a higher opening on Thursday following the mixed performance seen in the previous session.

The major U.S. index futures are currently pointing to a lower opening on Thursday, with stocks likely to give back some ground following the rally seen in the previous session.

The major U.S. index futures are currently pointing to a higher open on Tuesday, with stocks likely to move to the upside after ending the previous session mixed.

The major U.S. index futures are currently pointing to a sharply lower open on Tuesday, with stocks likely to extend the pullback seen in the previous session.

The major U.S. index futures are pointing to a higher open on Wednesday, with stocks likely to extend the upward move seen over the course of the two previous sessions.

The major U.S. index futures are pointing to a sharply lower open on Wednesday, with stocks likely to give back ground following the rally seen in the previous session.

The China stock market on Thursday snapped the three-day winning streak in which it had advanced almost 70 points or 2.5 percent. The Shanghai Composite Index now rests just above the 2,870-point plateau although it figures to rebound on Friday.

The China stock market had climbed higher in three straight sessions, collecting almost 70 points or 2.5 percent in that span. The Shanghai Composite Index now rests just beneath the 2,880-point plateau although investors may cash in on Thursday.

The Hong Kong stock market has moved higher in back-to-back sessions, advancing more than 520 points or 2.2 percent along the way. The Hang Seng Index now sits just beneath the 24,140-point plateau although it may run out of steam on Thursday.

Ahead of Wednesday's holiday for Wisakha Bucha Day, the Thai stock market had snapped the four-day winning streak in which it had accelerated almost 45 points or 3.4 percent. The Stock Exchange of Thailand now rests just beneath the 1,280-point plateau and it may extend its losses on Thursday.

Ahead of Thursday's holiday for Vesak Day, the Singapore stock market had moved higher in two straight sessions, collecting almost 30 points or 1.2 percent along the way. The Straits Times Index now rests just above the 2,590-point plateau and it may add to its winnings on Friday.

The South Korea stock market bounced higher again on Wednesday, one session after it had ended the three-day winning streak in which it had collected almost 60 points or 3.1 percent. The KOSPI now rests just beneath the 1,930-point plateau and it may inch higher again on Thursday.

The National Retail Federation's Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz believes the economic recovery in the United States from the Coronavirus crisis would come gradually and may vary by location depending on the severity. His remark comes as more and more stores are reopening across the country after at least 30 U.S. states began easing lockdown restrictions and decided to reopen businesses...

Technology isn't permanently harming our ability to concentrate, despite the widely held belief that our devices and the internet are making us worse at focusing, according to a cognitive psychology expert.

The Emmy Award-winning television series Breaking Bad put Albuquerque on the map. But for less-than-desirable reasons.

Listen to this week's episode with host Michael Enright.

Listen to this week's episode with host Michael Enright.

Cedar Meats abattoir shuts after discovery of a coronavirus cluster and working from home (WFH) forces wool designers to produce comfortable clothing

This week we find out why the US meat industry is in coronavirus chaos; hear the Belgian potato industry's cry for frites; and discover why this Mothers' Day will be a great one for flower growers.

Coronavirus today: May 18 set for reopening of casinos.

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Casinos and a big ask from the business lobby top the video roundup today.

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Hampton describes himself as "birthed within the state-of-mind forged by Native Americans, Civil War battles, blues and folk music, diamonds and nine students that corner-stoned the spirit of the civil rights movement."

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DAILY BRIEFING: Controversial Speaker Sue Hickey wanted a pay rise when she was Lord Mayor, and the Opposition accuses the Government of sending in a health budget razor.

Hindmarsh Shire mayor Ron Ismay comes under criticism for using sexist language when introducing the Nationals MP Emma Kealy at an event in Nhill in western Victoria, later saying it "was not that big of a deal".

Martha Marcy May Marlene is a tragedy carried out in broad daylight to the soundtrack of melancholy and haunting songs

Eyewear giant Specsavers has admitted that the personal information of some clients in Queensland is missing and may have been stolen.

The former mayor of the Fraser Coast Regional Council has been found guilty of using his position to push for his former campaign manager to be appointed his chief-of-staff.

A controversial study plays down the risk of heart disease and cancer from eating red meat, infuriating global health professionals.

Suspended Lord Mayor of Perth Lisa Scaffidi tells an inquiry into the council that she supported a decision to activate a crisis management plan because an "extraordinary situation" had unfolded within the organisation.