European Union officials call for coordination as countries begin closing borders, infringing on bloc's cherished policy of free movement

The legislation will provide direct relief to Americans suffering physically, financially and emotionally from the coronavirus pandemic

After Wall Street suffers its worst day in 30 years, Dow Jones sees its biggest point gain ever after Trump declares virus pandemic a national emergency

US president remains defensive after repeated possible exposures to virus; flouts public health officials' advice by continuing to shake hands

New measures, including restrictions on public transport and limits at malls, shutting preschools, barring Palestinian workers, could paralyze 50% of economy, TV report says

From New York to Chicago to Dallas, synagogues across US cancel public prayers, community meals or gatherings; some non-Orthodox congregations move services online

Health Ministry deputy director-general says request for materials to make medicines approved, no decision yet on protective face coverings that are in short supply in Israel

Joint List's Aida Touma-Sliman later acknowledges video actually shows PA disinfecting West Bank checkpoint as part of efforts against coronavirus; Bennett calls her 'anti-Semitic'

Brazilian leader rails at press following reports he contracted COVID-19, days after meeting in Florida with Trump; aide who has virus had posed for photo with US president

Total of 34 new infections confirmed Friday as government reportedly weighs new, even tougher restrictions to contain virus, worship to be limited over Sabbath