The coronavirus has fundamentally changed how we live our lives, but perhaps most heartbreakingly, how we deal with death. Around the world, centuries-old burial rituals are being stopped. Gatherings to mourn someone’s death are limited. Even something as simple as a hug for a grieving friend is now essentially out of bounds.

Buddhists believe the path to enlightenment requires periods of detachment from the world — so self-quarantine offers an opportunity. Karma Lekshe Tsomo, a Buddhist nun and social activist, speaks with The World's Marco Werman about the role of meditation and reflection during the spread of COVID-19.

The Trump administration designated the Russian Imperial Movement as a terrorist organization. It's the first time ever that such a label has been given to a white supremacy group, opening new paths to countering right-wing extremism in the US.

Robots like Tommy can measure blood pressure and oxygen saturation for the patients in the ICU. They also limit the number of direct contact doctors and nurses have with patients, thus reducing the risk of infection.

After most of Israel went into isolation, Bnei Brak was slow to adopt the country’s social distancing regulations.

What to do with pent up anxiety? Some say profanities help relieve stress. But while English swear words and phrases are often linked to sex, in the Dutch language, many profanities and expletives are derived from disease.

With the streets of Llandudno unnaturally quiet, the goats have been free to wander the streets undisturbed.

It’s hard explaining to kids what COVID-19 is, much less the new restrictions that come with it. Reporter Ari Daniel spoke to a bunch of families all over the world about their challenges and how they’re making do.

Bored yet? Our listeners have some tips on how to deal with self-isolation during the coronavirus pandemic.

With Spain’s public health system buckling under the pressure of COVID-19, the private sector is expected to step up and help.