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"As long as you have these discrete outbreaks ... there is the opportunity to control them," says Dr. Bruce Aylward, team leader of the joint mission between the World Health Organization and China on COVID-19.

WHO Official Says Coronavirus Containment Remains Possible

China's experience shows how the virus can be stopped. But the World Health Organization's Dr. Bruce Aylward says other countries may be drawing the wrong lessons about how China achieved it.

Stock Market Tumbles, Trading Briefly Halts

Stocks continued their downward slide on Thursday amid growing fears of the coronavirus. Trading was briefly halted after the S&P 500 index fell 7% in the opening minutes of trading.

Waiters stand by an empty restaurant in Venice's St. Mark's Square, which would normally be full of tourists, as a coronavirus outbreak grows in Italy.

Coronavirus Updates: Italy Reports 650 Cases And 17 Deaths

Italy says its cases of the COVID-19 coronavirus spiked by more than 50% in just 24 hours. Fears over the virus are forcing top-level soccer matches to be played without any fans present.

A Look Back At The Now-Suspended Presidential Campaign Of 'Mayor Pete'

Former South Bend, Ind. Mayor Pete Buttigieg suspended his presidential campaign Sunday night — but not before exceeding early expectations.

An Indian student wears a self-made mask during class in Hyderabad, India, on Wednesday. The country has reported at least 29 cases of the virus.

COVID-19: 'We Can Push This Virus Back,' WHO Leader Says Of Coronavirus

As the virus that causes the COVID-19 illness spreads around the world, governments have a chance to "break the chains of transmission," WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus says.

Pennsylvania Voters Don't Think Fracking Is A Big Issue Despite Trump's Focus On It

Pennsylvania is a major state for drilling natural gas. President Trump has made fracking a significant issue of his campaign in the swing state, but it's unclear how much it may help him.

French chef Joël Robuchon has died at age 73, after an acclaimed career that saw him win more than 30 Michelin stars.

Joël Robuchon, A Giant In French Cooking, Dies

Robuchon won more Michelin stars than any other chef. He embraced his role as a steward of France's cultural treasures and rejected pretentiousness. After all, his signature dish was potato puree.

Abigail Spanberger, Democratic candidate for Virginia's Seventh District in the House of Representatives, addresses supporters Thursday. She's one of 10 Democratic non-incumbent women running in toss-up districts.

Female Democratic House Candidates Set For A Much Easier Election Day Than GOP Women

A new NPR analysis shows that nearly 3 in 10 non-incumbent Democratic women are in races that either lean their way or are toss-ups. The same is true for only around 1 in 10 non-incumbent GOP women.

Scott Walker, seen here in November 1970, has died at the age of 76.

Scott Walker, Pop Idol Turned Avant Auteur, Dies At 76

The former member of The Walker Brothers and singer of "The Sun Ain't Gonna Shine (Anymore)" was also one of experimental music's most beloved composers.

U.S. Attorney William McSwain criticized Philadelphia's district attorney for fostering what he called a "new culture of disrespect for law enforcement" after a gunman shot six officers during an hours-long standoff with authorities.

U.S. Attorney Slams Philadelphia DA Over 'Culture Of Disrespect For Law Enforcement'

Larry Krasner, considered one of the country's most progressive district attorneys, has left U.S. Attorney William McSwain "fed up."

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