Are we ready for the coronavirus? Plus how the Royal Family makes its money, and more from Apple News

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It’s February 28, 2020.

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Coronavirus meltdown


Even as health officials warn the spread of the virus is all but inevitable, developments suggest the U.S. is underprepared for the threat. Diagnostic kits sent to local health providers aren’t working, and the CDC’s testing criteria meant an infected patient in California wasn’t screened for the coronavirus for days. Most cases are mild, which is good and bad news: A full recovery is common, but because the symptoms aren’t severe, those infected may be unknowingly spreading the virus. Reuters

The stock market had one of its worst days since the financial crisis amid fears the economic fallout could be worse than previously expected. The S&P 500 index entered correction territory yesterday when it dropped 12% from a recent peak, and shares are projected to fall further when markets reopen this morning. The Wall Street Journal

An escalation in Syria: An official said at least 33 Turkish soldiers were killed in an airstrike conducted by the Russian-backed Syrian government, making it more likely that Turkey could strike back with a full-scale military operation. Meanwhile, the Syrian regime’s offensive near its Turkish border has created the worst humanitarian crisis in the country’s nine-year civil war. Newsweek

South Carolina’s Democratic primary is tomorrow, and all eyes are on Joe Biden. It’s a do-or-die moment for the moderate, who’s counting on the support of black voters. As for front-runner Bernie Sanders, Democrats want to see if he can appeal to a broad swath of people. CBS News

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The Best Trips of 2020

Twenty-seven adventures — from Greenland to New Zealand, Kenya to California — to get you out in the world this year. Outside

Your Questions, Answered

Why do humans look the way we do? Popular Science

How does the British Royal Family make its money? Vox

Why are crispy foods so addicting? Bon Appétit

Five Stories We’re Talking About Today

If these scholars had their way, tomorrow’s leap day would be the last ever. The Washington Post

It’s illegal to destroy saguaro cacti. So why are they being removed for Trump’s border wall? Los Angeles Times

Clearview AI has billions of our photos. Its entire client list was just stolen. CNN

The latest Bush to run for office is at risk of losing — in Texas. Politico

Here are six ways to fancy up boxed mac ’n’ cheese. Cosmopolitan

The Last Word

“	They shop for a partner the way that they would shop for a camera or Bluetooth headphones. ”

How modern dating technology is ruining romance. The Atlantic

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