A global coronavirus milestone, how to fall back asleep, and more from Apple News

Good morning from Apple News. Here’s everything you need to know to start your day. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌

Good Morning from Apple News

It’s May 21, 2020.

Here’s what you need to know.

Top Stories

A global coronavirus milestone

The number of confirmed cases passed 5 million worldwide, though experts warned the true count is likely higher. The World Health Organization reported the largest single-day increase of infections since the outbreak began, and about 40% of them were in the U.S. The Wall Street Journal

The South and Midwest are at risk of another wave of infections over the next few weeks as their economies rapidly reopen, according to researchers who use cellphone data to measure social distancing. The Washington Post

A revelation about how cases are counted in the U.S. is raising questions. The CDC and several states confirmed they combined current infections with results that measure whether someone has ever had the virus, which can paint a more positive picture of the outbreak. The Atlantic

The countries cautiously reopening for summer travel, plus why staying safe isn’t just about hygiene and distance, in our always-updating coronavirus hub. Apple News Spotlight

The Supreme Court temporarily denied House Democrats’ request for access to confidential materials from Robert Mueller’s Russia investigation. The decision could delay the House’s ongoing probe until after the November election. POLITICO

Three people were injured in a shooting at a shopping center in Arizona. A suspect is in custody. CNN

Best of Apple News+

Two Weeks of Anti-Inflammatory Eating

A simple, delicious meal plan to help boost your immune system and quality of life. Clean Eating

The Coronavirus

Should you wear gloves while grocery shopping? Eating Well

Taiwan said it tried to warn the world about the outbreak. Here’s what it really knew, and when. TIME

Why you may start seeing COVID-19 surcharges on your receipts. Good Housekeeping

Five Stories We’re Talking About Today

The magnetic north pole is rapidly moving because of … some blobs. Popular Mechanics

The U.S. Postal Service has overcome crises for more than 250 years. Will it survive this pandemic? National Geographic

The ultra-rich are begging for plastic surgery right now, and they’re willing to go to great lengths for it. The Cut

An insomnia specialist explains how to fall back asleep. (And no, you shouldn’t make a cup of tea.) Stylist

Here’s how to give yourself a neck and shoulder massage, because you probably need one. Well+Good

The Last Word

"	Not wearing masks in Hong Kong is like not wearing pants."

Did universal mask-wearing help slow the spread of Hong Kong’s outbreak? Vox

Some content requires specific hardware or software. Internet access required; data fees may apply. Content availability is subject to change. For more information, click here.

Copyright © 2020 Apple Inc. One Apple Park Way, Cupertino, California 95014 USA

Privacy Policy | Terms and Conditions | Support | Account

Unsubscribe