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The plaza is empty in front of Faneuil Hall in Boston on Saturday, March, 14, 2020.  Gov. Charlie Baker on Friday issued an emergency order banning most gatherings of more than 250 people to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 coronavirus.  For most people, the new coronavirus causes only mild or moderate symptoms, such as fever and cough. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness, including pneumonia. The vast majority of people recover from the new virus. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)

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Americans brace for new life of no school and growing dread
March 14, 2020 3:49 p.m.

Americans brace for new life of no school and growing dread

Millions of Americans braced for the week ahead with no school for their children for many days to come, no clue how to effectively do their jobs without child care, and a growing sense of dread about how to stay safe and sane amid the relentless spread of the coronavirus.