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The homeless are cold, unbathed and also more susceptible to Coronavirus, as they do not have facilities to keep themselves hygienic. Their unsanitary conditions and already deficient health status increase the risk of these individuals contracting the virus, which also poses a threat to the public.

Helping the Homeless is Curing California

Bia Shok, Staff Writer | May 11, 2020

Just minutes away from Irvine, hundreds of individuals are unsheltered and on the streets. As of March and April of 2020, on top of their usual concerns of finding food and a place to sleep, the homeless...

Antiviral medicine remdesivir and plasma therapy are among the treatments undergoing clinical trials to determine effectiveness.

Trials for COVID-19 Treatments Show Progress

Minnah Tanzeen, Staff Writer | May 8, 2020

Results of clinical trials for COVID-19 treatments will be available as soon as mid-May from current researchers, according to Reuters. Researchers are currently testing the antiviral medicine remdesivir...

Given that testing is largely unavailable, wealthier communities can show higher cases of Coronavirus simply because they can gain access to testing easier. The data from the Department of Public Health shows that ethnic minorities are being affected more than any other group.

Minority Communities Have Been Hit Hardest by Coronavirus

Maya Sabbaghian, Managing Editor | May 8, 2020

Data published beginning on April 6 by the California Department of Public Health shows that minority communities, namely African Americans and Hispanics, are being disproportionately affected by COVID-19...

From Shopping at Whole Foods to Stuck-at-Home Foods: Best Grocery Delivery Services

From Shopping at Whole Foods to Stuck-at-Home Foods: Best Grocery Delivery Services

Kelthie Truong, Back Page Editor | May 8, 2020

Prior to stay-at-home orders few would have expected weekly tasks like grocery shopping to induce anxiety. But with daunting long lines and confined spaces, the prospect of simply going to the store prompts...

Amid the coronavirus concerns, many devoted fans have questioned if the Disney resorts will reopen before 2021.

The Future of Disney: Coronavirus Update

Ava Caleca, Social Media and Marketing Team | May 7, 2020

Disney parks across the country have now been closed since March due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Disney Parks legacy has only closed two times prior to this, in dedication to John F. Kennedy after his...

While baking bread without yeast may seem foreign to some, soda bread does not require any, making it a great choice for those who are struggling to find yeast on store shelves.

How to Bake Bread During Quarantine with Limited Resources

Minnah Tanzeen, Staff Writer | May 6, 2020

As the quarantine boredom sets in, many people have turned to baking in order to keep themselves occupied and relieve stress. Both beginner and expert bakers have made #quarantinebaking trend on social...

Unemployment concerns are especially prevalent in Los Angeles with about 70% of people living in neighborhoods immediately south of downtown Los Angeles facing a high risk of unemployment, according to a report by nonprofit organization Economic Roundtable.

California Faces an Economic Downturn

Junhee Ryu, Business Manager | May 4, 2020

As nonessential businesses face difficulties paying their workers, California is struggling to deal with increasing unemployment rates throughout the months of March and April.  According to ABC 7,...

Although fabric masks are not a direct substitution for medical-grade masks, the CDC encourages the use of fabric face masks among citizens as it can reduce the spread of the virus. Masks must fit properly and should be machine washed regularly in order to most effectively prevent transmission.

Stay Stylish and Safe in the Pandemic with These Masks

Bia Shok, Staff Writer | May 1, 2020

With many of the disposable professional grade N95 respirators, surgical masks and KN95 masks experiencing a shortage in stock, people have been turning to reusable cloth masks to protect themselves when...

Why You Should Start a Coronavirus Diary

Why You Should Start a Coronavirus Diary

Kate Hayashi, Assistant Opinion Editor | May 1, 2020

Students have lost the routines that come with a traditional in-person school schedule. There is almost universal emotional apprehension lingering from the inability to know what the future holds....

Under the recommendation of the California Public Department of Health, Orange County superintendent of education Al Mijares made the official recommendation for all public schools to close on March 13.

End of Year Activities Adjusted for School Closure

Jenny Won, Assistant A&E Editor | April 30, 2020

UPDATE (4/29):  Traditional end-of-year activities, including awards nights, textbook and equipment returns and graduation, will be adjusted due to the extension of the COVID-19 school closure until...

In order to cure the recent boredom due to stay-at-home orders, many people have resorted to online gaming as a means for passing the time with loved ones. “Psych” is one of the most popular quarantine games. Its development dates back to 2015 when comedian Ellen DeGeneres designed the app.

Best Multiplayer Gaming Apps to Play During Quarantine

Claudia Lin, Staff Writer | April 24, 2020

Although we cannot currently gather physically with friends and loved ones, this barrier can be overcome through the wide range of online gaming apps. Here are just a few multiplayer games that can be...

The United States is failing to directly address COVID-19, which has only resulted in the drastic spread of the virus. On the other hand, South Korea and Taiwan’s immediate action has led to a sharp decline in new cases.

Countries That Took Immediate Action Have an Edge Fighting COVID-19

Manan Mendiratta, Co-Sports Editor | April 24, 2020

In efforts to decelerate the spread of the COVID-19 global pandemic, nearly every country has called for lockdowns or limited social gatherings. The United States must take immediate action to produce...

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