TOP HEADLINES
Take These 5 Steps When an Employee Gets COVID-19
SHRM – August 24, 2020
Employers who learn that an employee has tested positive for COVID-19 should act immediately to ensure the safety of the employee’s coworkers and comply with all applicable laws. Here are five basic steps to take in the aftermath of an employee’s COVID-19 diagnosis.
Another Million Applied for Jobless Benefits as Coronavirus Pandemic’s Economic Toll Rises
CNBC – August 27, 2020
The number of Americans who filed for unemployment benefits for the first time came in above 1 million for the 22nd time in 23 weeks as the economy struggles to recover from the coronavirus pandemic.
New School Year Raises FFCRA Questions
SHRM – August 24, 2020
When FFCRA leave has been exhausted, many employers are getting creative to help employees deal with these challenging times. Options for workers no longer covered by the FFCRA include modified schedules, including part-time work.
Here’s Who’s Hiring Right Now
LinkedIn – August 26, 2020
Companies from industries spanning from technology to retail are hiring to meet increased demand caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Here is a regularly updated list of companies hiring right now.
What’s New from the CDC
Keep up with all the latest information on COVID-19 directly from the resources created by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
GLOBAL NEWS
AUSTRALIA
Australia — Supporting Casual and Part-Time Workers During COVID-19
Australian Capital Territory – August 17, 2020
The Australian Capital Territory government announced that it is providing further support to vulnerable members of the territory workforce as it emerges from the combined impact of bushfires and COVID-19.
CANADA
Canada Confirms 448 More Coronavirus Cases as Infections Push Past 126,000
Global News – August 26, 2020
So far, more than 6.1 million tests have been administered throughout the country and 112,456 people have recovered after falling ill.
INDIA
India’s New COVID Cases Top Global Tally for 18th Straight Day
Reuters – August 24, 2020
India reported on Tuesday the highest number of new coronavirus cases globally for the 18th straight day, remaining well ahead of the United States and Brazil, a Reuters tally based on official reporting showed.
UNITED KINGDOM
UK Sees Highest Number of New COVID-19 Cases Since Mid-June
The Guardian – August 27, 2020
The UK has recorded the highest number of new coronavirus cases since 12 June, with government figures reporting 1,522 positive cases.
UNITED STATES
Here’s Why New Cases of the Coronavirus Are Down Across Most of the U.S.
CNBC – August 25, 2020
While testing has declined in recent weeks, the number of new cases is falling faster than testing rates, indicating that at least some of the drop is real.
POLAND
Number of Confirmed Coronavirus Cases in Poland Reaches 64,689
The First News – August 27, 2020
The number of confirmed coronavirus infections in Poland increased by 887 since Wednesday morning and reached 64,689, the Ministry of Health said on Thursday morning. So far, 44,097 people have recovered.