link View in Browser link graphic Coronavirus link graphic CNN divider image A new coronavirus is spreading around the world, and we’ll be bringing you the need to know headlines about the outbreak daily. link You can also get the latest updates on this fast moving story link from our global team of journalists here dot By link Eliza Mackintosh and link Nick Thompson Wednesday, March 18 Most of them were 60 years and older. Some lived in nursing homes. Many had pre existing health problems. And only a few traveled abroad. As the US death toll passes 100 people and the crisis spreads to all 50 states, we're beginning to get a link clearer picture about those who have died from the coronavirus in America dot The grim milestone comes as link health officials tout a consistent message : Limit your interactions now or overwhelm the health systems that are designed to take care of you. And get used to it, this won't be over soon. Leaders in America and around the world are trying to mitigate the economic fallout from the pandemic, which has been likened in scale to the deadly 1918 influenza, the Great Depression and link 9 slash 11 dot The White House is working on a staggering link $1 trillion proposal to bail out industries hurt link by the outbreak and to get cash directly into the hands of Americans. Without action, the US Treasury Secretary warns the coronavirus pandemic could drive up US unemployment to 20 percent . Elsewhere, Italy called on the European Union which sealed its external borders yesterday for coronavirus bonds to tackle the link socio economic tsunami , while other locked down European nations are writing blank checks to save their economies, link Charles Riley writes dot France has promised that no company will go bankrupt over the virus, Spain announced a $220 billion aid package that amounts to about 20 percent of its GDP, and the UK will guarantee $400 billion of business loans. Despite the largesse, there are concerns that millions of people will still fall through the cracks. And as the longer term impacts of the crisis set in, millions of newly locked down people are grappling with a new normal: Being stuck at home. THE LATEST NUMBERS As of 7:30 a dot m. ET, March 18 Global Cases 184,975 Global Deaths 7,529 graphic Image link Like our newsletter? link Tell your friends to sign up here. WHAT'S IMPORTANT TODAY Pandemic politics in US primaries link The coronavirus doesn't care if you're a Democrat or Republican. Those were the words of former Vice President Joe Biden, who now has a near insurmountable lead in the Democratic presidential race after sweeping Tuesday's primaries in Arizona, Florida and Illinois; rival Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders has questioned voting in the midst of the coronavirus. Some polling stations practiced social distancing and employed a one in, one out policy, while others ordered voters to stay 6 feet apart. As calls grow for a World War II style national mobilization to fight the pandemic, America is readying troops and clamping down on borders. The link Pentagon is preparing Navy hospital ships , and more than 1,500 National Guard personnel in 22 states have been activated. The Trump administration is also pushing to pass link tough immigration restrictions, including blocking entry to asylum seekers dot A plan to turn back all migrants seeking asylum would have its most immediate effect on the US Mexico border. And the US and Canada may be on the verge of suspending nonessential travel between the two countries. And early this morning, US President Donald Trump announced he will hold a press conference today to discuss very important news from the Food and Drug Administration. Lockdowns, travel restrictions widen In the US, link nearly 8 million northern California residents are now being told to shelter in place. New York City’s mayor told residents to prepare for the same, before New York’s governor dismissed the possibility of an imminent order, leading to confusion there. link Hawaii , which depends heavily on tourist dollars, is now asking visitors to postpone their vacations. link Here’s a list of the latest link emergency measures in US states dot Elsewhere, a ban on all non essential travel to the EU for 30 days has now gone into effect, and today Belgium became the latest member state to join the likes of Italy, Spain and France in shutting down public life. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia has suspended private sector work, and prayer in all mosques. Places that have so far managed to contain the virus are now worried international travelers will bring it back. That’s the case in link Hong Kong a city of some 7 million people where fears are link growing of a potential second wave of cases , imported from outside the territory. Macao has banned anyone from overseas countries from entering, while Shanghai is enforcing quarantine for travelers from 12 countries. US and China pin the blame on each other The Trump administration and China agree on at least one thing with the coronavirus crisis: It's someone else's fault. Trump has defended his use of the term Chinese virus, which has been widely viewed particularly in Beijing as an attempt to blame China for the pandemic itself. But as link James Griffiths reports , creating confusion or disagreement over the virus’ origin could actually help push the blame away from China for its initial handling of the outbreak just as Trump and other US officials' taking swipes at China helps move the conversation away from their own highly criticized response. Aggressive’ action needed in Southeast Asia Countries in South and Southeast Asia must link urgently scale up aggressive measures and widespread testing to prevent the coronavirus from spreading further, World Health Organization officials have said, after officials delayed containment efforts and downplayed the threat. Eight countries in the region have confirmed cases now, with numbers rising in the past week: Thailand, Indonesia, India, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Bangladesh, Nepal and Bhutan. Indonesia has extended a travel ban across much of Europe and the Middle East. In Sri Lanka, all incoming flights are suspended for the next two weeks. India has asked the WHO for a million test kits, and expanded a ban on incoming travelers. Nepal has canceled all Mount Everest expeditions for the rest of the season. Malaysia has shut its border with Singapore, and Taiwan has banned entry for most foreign nationals. But not all are acting quickly enough, according to the WHO. ON OUR RADAR list with 9 items bullet The link lead author of a dire report that pushed the UK and US to scale up their coronavirus responses believes he’s infected. bullet China's lockdown has curbed deadly pollution, link likely saving the lives of tens of thousands dot bullet St. Patrick’s Day parades in Ireland were swapped for link miniature Lego gatherings shared on social link media dot bullet Amazon knows you’re ordering toilet paper in bulk. link It says it’s trying to stock more essentials dot bullet John Legend, Coldplay’s Chris Martin and other musicians are link live streaming concerts from link self isolation dot bullet The vice president of Japan’s Olympic committee tested positive for the virus. The IOC still says there’s no need for drastic decisions right now. bullet link UK police may detain infectious persons under new emergency bill proposals. bullet Poland’s entire cabinet is under quarantine after its environment minister tested positive. bullet link CNN Philippines is going off air for at least 24 hours after an employee of another company in their building tested positive. out of list TODAY'S TOP TIP list with 4 items bullet How do you manage fighting kids during a lockdown? link We asked the experts dot bullet Working from home? link Here’s how to do it without losing your sanity dot bullet And once you clock off, link here’s a list of TV shows to help you find your happy place dot bullet One dangerous self check test' is circulating on social media. link Here’s why you should avoid it dot out of list YOU ASKED. WE ANSWERED. Q What are the best foods to buy when you know you're going to be stuck at home? A Well, here's some good news: You can still make nutrition a priority which is especially important if your immune system may be compromised even when your trips to the grocery store are limited. link Alyssa Pike, a registered dietitian, recommends choosing shelf stable foods like canned goods, pastas, rice and legumes, and utilizing your freezer where you can store breads, meats, vegetables, fruits and more. Note: The FDA has advised all Americans should only purchase enough food and essentials for the week ahead. Thousands of people have asked us questions about the outbreak. link Send yours here dot FROM TODAY'S PODCAST I think it's enough to check in twice a day, but not to be obsessed with the news cycle. Dr. Deepak Chopra Living in a pandemic can be scary, isolating and, overwhelming. 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