Weekly News Update

Coronavirus-Related News & Resources  

• The Washington Post suggested how to help others during the pandemic, especially during the holidays.
• Gen talked to essential workers about what they want people working from home to understand.
• The Huffington Post explained how to loved one about their risky behavior regarding COVID-19.
• The New York Times declared, “Goodbye, blazers; hello, coatigans.”

In Other News… 

• Elle noted that Macy's, Bloomingdale's, and Bluemercury have joined the 15 Percent Pledge and committed to devoting 15% of their shelf space to Black-owned businesses, while The New York Times listed self-care gifts from Black-owned businesses.
• Above the Law shared an update on the woman who took the bar exam while in labor, gave birth, and then finished from the hospital: She passed. 
• Time highlighted portraits of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's favorite collars and the stories behind them.
• Real Simple looked into services like Affirm, Afterpay, and Klarna.
• Outside recommended plus-size ultrarunners, kayakers, and other outdoorspeople to follow. 
• Lit Hub ranked every Mr. Darcy (that you care about). 
• The Washington Post offered recommendations for the latest holiday movies. 
• Do you like Hamilton? You like Janet Yellen? This Laugh of the Week is for you.