Iran Press/America: Americans are racing to cut vacations short and re-book flights home this weekend as Europe continues to lock downtowns and cities amid the spread of coronavirus.
The CDC said Sunday that all events of 50 people or more should be canceled for the next eight weeks, guidance that advocates for people to engage in "social distancing" through early May.
The United States has surpassed 3,000 confirmed cases of the coronavirus, and the death toll climbed to at least 61, with 25 of the deaths associated with the Life Care Center in Kirkland, Washington.
New York City announced it would close public schools, and many cities around the country ordered bars and restaurants closed, with some even issuing curfews, to encourage social distancing. Meantime, brick-and-mortar retailers began shutting down stores.
Washington State Gov. Jay Inslee said Sunday that he would temporarily limit restaurants to take-out and delivery services and close entertainment venues and recreational facilities across the state.
The emergency proclamation, which aims to stem the spread of coronavirus, will go into effect Monday, he said.
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