CNBC reports that the U.S. death toll from the coronavirus passed 100,000 late Wednesday, far exceeding reported deaths in every other country. Black Americans made up a disproportionately large share of the deaths, according to an analysis of data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
At China’s annual parliamentary meeting, its Premier Li Keqiang said that China would open its markets even further to foreign businesses, in the aftermath of the coronavirus impact to the global economy.
San Francisco issued new guidelines for reopening some businesses in the city while New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said businesses in New York state are allowed to deny entry to those who do not wear masks or face coverings.
Global cases: More than 5.71 million
Global deaths: At least 356,124
U.S. cases: More than 1.69 million
U.S. deaths: At least 100,442