Federal Reserve launches corporate bond-buying program

The purchases should make it cheaper for companies to borrow.

Black Americans most likely to know a COVID-19 victim, polls find

In Michigan, black deaths per 100,000 black residents were four times the rate of white deaths per 100,000 white residents.

BP takes $17.5 billion hit as pandemic accelerates emissions cuts

In February, the oil company pledged to eliminate or offset all carbon emissions by 2050, but has been forced to move faster as the pandemic continues to squeeze profits.

Can U.S. job market sustain its gains? Uncertainties cloud future

Consumers won't likely return to their pre-pandemic habits of eating out, traveling by plane, or going to movies until they're confident that they won't get sick.

Red Cross will test blood donations for COVID-19 antibodies

The additional testing is being done as a service to donors and comes at a time the Red Cross is in urgent need of blood donations.

U.S. revokes emergency use of malaria drugs to treat coronavirus

Hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine will no longer be distributed to state and local health authorities.

Academy delays 2021 Oscars ceremony because of coronavirus

Academy leadership has not yet addressed whether the show will be virtual or in-person.

Mills’ new order allows indoor restaurant service for entire state

The governor also approved outdoor service at bars, breweries and tasting rooms beginning Wednesday. Gyms, nail salons and tattoo parlors also can reopen everywhere.

Bates College plans to reopen for fall semester

President Clayton Spencer outlined many changes to the Lewiston campus during a weekend talk to alumni.

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