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I Sexted With A Bot To Quell My Loneliness

"People need connection, I suppose, in whatever form is available to them."
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The 7 Most Common Places COVID-19 Is Spreading Right Now

Contact tracers and experts share where coronavirus transmission rates and risk are the highest during the pandemic.
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Tom Cruise Explodes At 'Mission Impossible 7' Crew For Breaking COVID-19 Rules

In a leaked recording from the set, the star shouted at crew members for failing to follow social distancing rules.
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How To Do A Virtual Secret Santa Exchange That's Actually Fun

Make your office gift swap fun this holiday season, despite COVID-19.
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South Australia Cluster Grows As Restrictions Imposed To Contain The Spread

“We are working around the clock to stay ahead of this cluster."
By Byron Kaye and Swati Pandey, Reuters

Comedian Nails What It's Like When Family Doesn't Quite Get Social Distancing

“My mom when I ask if she and my dad are still taking the pandemic seriously,” Juliet Prather captioned her hilarious video.
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A 'Socially-Distanced' Venue Held Its First Concert, And It's An Introvert's Dream

"Am I that much of an old man that I think this looks preferable to an actual festival?"
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What’s Behind the Global Spike In Coronavirus Outbreaks?

Cases are rising as normal life resumes. But blaming holidaymakers and partygoers ignores government failures and socioeconomic problems.
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Victoria Introduces Hefty Fines Amid Stage 4 COVID-19 Lockdown

Premier Daniel Andrews said anyone breaking COVID-19 rules will face fines as high as $20,000.
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Chainsmokers Concert On Blast Over Videos Of 'Egregious Social Distancing Violations'

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said he was "appalled" by videos of the crowded Hamptons event.
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