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Google using location data to show which states are taking social distancing seriously

Google using location data to show which states are taking social distancing seriously

Google using location data to show which states are taking social distancing seriously

The search giant says it will use anonymous location data collected from people's phones to show movement trends related to coronavirus guidelines.

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Instacart workers seek strike as jobs get busier, riskier during coronavirus outbreak

A group called the Gig Workers Collective is calling for a nationwide walk-out Monday.

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Ford, Fiat Chrysler, Honda, Toyota seek to restart factories after coronavirus closures

Auto companies, like other businesses, are trying to manage their way through the coronavirus crisis, which has forced factories to close.

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Workers in several Amazon warehouses test positive for coronavirus

Amazon's CEO Jeff Bezos said preventative health measures are taking place in their sites around the world.

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Zeptometrix in Buffalo uses special lab to process virus for COVID-19 diagnostics

It will help doctors, other testing labs, and manufacturers of testing materials learn more about the virus.

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United Airlines warns of massive layoffs without federal aid

So far, no major U.S. airline has announced layoffs because of the COVID-19 outbreak, although two small regional carriers have said they will shut down.

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FDA issues warning about unauthorized in-home coronavirus tests

The FDA says it hasn't approved any at-home coronavirus tests, but is working to increase COVID-19 testing availability.

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Home internet jammed up? Try these steps before upgrading

If you're dealing with internet slowdowns at home with everyone cooped up because of coronavirus, here are some things to check out to help diagnose the problem.

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VERIFY: Families with students can get free home internet if they didn't have it before

A popular tweet said families with students could get free internet service with Spectrum. Comcast is also making a similar offer, the VERIFY team has learned.

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Did Facebook block your coronavirus post? Here's why

Users complained that links to news stories and information related to the virus outbreak were blocked by the company's automated system.

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How to practice good cyber security when working from home

Are you working from home? Make sure you're taking extra steps to protect yourself from security risks.

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WNY science experts ask FDA to OK new virus testing system

Rheonix Corporation, which has an office here on Grand Island, is now pushing for federal approval for its robotic testing equipment.

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US internet is well-equipped to handle coronavirus work from home surge

The core of the American network is more than capable of handling the virus-related surge as it's evolved to support streaming from Netflix, YouTube and others.

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Virus miracle? 'Frozen 2' getting early release to Disney+

As many schools close to help battle the coronavirus outbreak, Disney has offered the early release as an in-home treat.

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Bill Gates steps down from Microsoft's board of directors

The tech company has announced that its founder is stepping down from its board to dedicate more time to his philanthropic priorities.

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