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President Trump signs an $8.3 billion emergency spending bill in the White House Friday. That's significantly more than he originally requested from Congress.

Where That $8.3 Billion In U.S. Coronavirus Funding Will And Won't Go

President Trump and Congress Friday authorized a package of emergency funding to help and treat and slow the spread of COVID-19. About $950 million is designated for state and local response.

Students sit for an exam in Ahmedabad, India, on Thursday. In the nation's capital, New Delhi, all primary schools have been ordered closed until March 31 because of coronavirus concerns.

As Schools Close Because Of Coronavirus, Nearly 300 Million Kids Aren't In Class

According to the United Nations, almost two dozen countries on three continents have closed schools because of the virus. China by far has the most students affected: more than 233 million.

'My Dark Vanessa' Looks Back At The Devastation Of A Predatory Affair

Kate Elizabeth Russell's new novel centers on a woman coming to terms with a relationship she had with a predatory teacher when she was 15. It's overworked and overlong, but still packs a punch.

Russian President Vladimir Putin told lawmakers on Tuesday that he supports a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow him to seek two more terms and remain in power.

Russian Parliament Allows Putin 2 More Terms As President

A proposed constitutional amendment would reset term limits, giving the Russian president the ability to run again when his current term expires in 2024.

A person wearing a face mask at the Piazza Di Spagna in Rome during the coronavirus emergency, on Tuesday, after the Italian government imposed national restrictions to control the spread of the COVID-19 disease.

As Coronavirus In China Wanes, Italy, South Korea See Brunt Of Epidemic

The United Kingdom's health minister has also been diagnosed with coronavirus – one of nearly 400 confirmed cases in that country, as Turkey on Wednesday announced its first case.

The Young Israel synagogue of New Rochelle is at the center of a new "containment area" announced by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo Tuesday.

Coronavirus: New York Creates 'Containment Area' Around Cluster In New Rochelle

The governor is calling on the National Guard to support the containment area, which has a 1-mile radius, by delivering food and helping to clean public spaces.

President Trump, accompanied by Vice President Pence and Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin, met with GOP senators about the coronavirus on Tuesday.

NIH Official Urges Vigilance On Coronavirus As White House Floats Economic Proposals

"As a nation, we can't be doing the kinds of things we were doing a few months ago," NIH official Anthony Fauci said. President Trump and Vice President Pence are discussing options with lawmakers.

Fact Check: Did Bernie Sanders Win ‘People Of Color’ In California, And Was It ‘Not Even Close’?

Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders often touts his ability to attract a “multi-generational, multi-racial coalition” of supporters, one that…

Wells Fargo CEO and President Charles Scharf testified during a hearing of the House Financial Services Committee.

Wells Fargo CEO: 'We Have Not Done What's Necessary To Address Our Shortcomings'

Charles Scharf told lawmakers that the company's structure and culture "were problematic." But he projected confidence that it could win back the public's trust after years of scandals.

Kansas City Mayor Underscores Voter Access After Clerical Error Holds Up His Own Vote

Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas was turned away from his polling place this morning due to an error by a poll worker. NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with the mayor about his experience.

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