While parts of New York state last week entered the 'first phase' in a process of slowly reopening, New York City likely won't see that phase until June, Mayor de Blasio says.
From touchless payments to 'quarantined' returns, the retail experience may be forever changed
Aside from new sanitation practices, stores such as Gap are temporarily closing restrooms and quarantining returns for 24 hours before putting them back on the sales floor. Nordstrom is keeping tried and returned merchandise off the sales floor for 72 hours. Gap and Kohl’s are also temporarily closing fitting rooms.
Pro baseball and soccer have returned to Korea with leagues playing in empty stadiums until the risks of coronavirus infections are lowered. With players competing in front of empty seats, some soccer and baseball teams have been trying to create a festive and humorous atmosphere by filling stands with huge team banners, pictures of mask-wearing fans, or even vegetables.
The new guidance, which was issued on by the Dutch National Institute for Health and Environment on May 16, acknowledges that it is"logical" for single people to seek physical contact, but advises minimizing risks by picking just one partner and discussing"how best to do this together.” Couples are reminded to avoid sex with partners who have been self-isolating because of coronavirus symptoms, with officials going as far to suggest safer at-distance alternatives.
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