April 10, 2020

As the virus spreads, the world’s faithful must reckon with how to observe Easter, Passover and Ramadan while their faith leaders tell them to stay home and away from churches, synagogues and mosques. Rev. Dr. William Barber is one of America’s leading anti-poverty activists and most widely respected spiritual leaders. He explains how to celebrate faith in this challenging time.

Nearly one billion students worldwide are staying home each day, as the pandemic forces schools and colleges to close. But remote learning pioneer Sal Khan is stepping up to help: his Khan Academy is publishing schedules and learning plans for kids, while also providing support to parents and teachers.

The NHS Breathe Harmony Choir has produced a cover version of Mariah Carey’s hit single, “Anytime You Need a Friend." From the U.S. to Australia, more than 100 singers from across the globe came together to send a message of solidarity to those on the front lines of the fight against the pandemic. Christiane speaks with one of the NHS workers from the choir and the project’s musical director.