A global disease outbreak isn’t the kind of risk that many investors were trained to react to.

Spiraling Virus Fears Are Causing Financial Carnage

Mr. Mulvaney, a central figure in the president’s pressure campaign on Ukraine, defied a subpoena to testify in the House impeachment inquiry and was never called by the Senate.

Trump Names Mark Meadows Chief of Staff, Ousting Mick Mulvaney

Despite efforts by President Trump and others to reassure the public that tests are getting disseminated quickly, several states, doctors and patients complained that access was limited.

With Test Kits in Short Supply, Health Officials Sound Alarms

Not much. That’s partly because they’re investing for the long term, and partly because they’re protecting you from your own worst instincts.

The Market Is Rocky. Will Target-Date Funds Change Their Strategy?

Brian Michelz has never worn a political T-shirt or been to a campaign rally. But when he voted for the first time in his life, it was for Bernie Sanders. What will he do if Mr. Sanders loses?

A Sanders Voter, Weary of Debt at 29: ‘I Have Nothing to Lose’

Frustrated and exhausted by the lingering problems from the 2015 crisis, Greeks once generous with refugees are turning hostile, some violently.

Vigilantes in Greece Say ‘No More’ to Migrants

Mr. Prince, a contractor close to the Trump administration, contacted veteran spies for operations by Project Veritas, the conservative group known for conducting stings on news organizations and other groups.

Erik Prince Recruits Ex-Spies to Help Infiltrate Liberal Groups

Beijing says its heavy-handed measures are working. Can other countries battling the outbreak learn from its efforts — or is the cure worse than the disease?

China May Be Beating the Coronavirus, at a Painful Cost

The restrictions affect Milan and the regions that serve as Italy’s economic engine, and are the most sweeping measures outside China.

Italy Locks Down Much of the Country’s North Over the Coronavirus

The administration’s response to the coronavirus has repeatedly matched public health experts against a hesitant White House, where worry of panic dominates.

Inside Trump Administration, Debate Raged Over What to Tell Public

As anxiety about coronavirus gave way to fear, investors dumped shares, watched the news and fielded client calls. “I have no energy left to speak.”

Wall Street Had 2 Terrible Weeks. Here’s How 7 Traders Dealt With It.

The surf school will provide the board and a wet suit if necessary, but here are a few things to keep yourself safe and comfortable while still able to move around freely.

What to Bring on Vacation if You Want to Learn How to Surf

Atkinson, who was in his fourth season, and the team “mutually agreed to part ways,” according to a statement on Saturday.

Kenny Atkinson Is Out as Nets Head Coach

For now, the New York City health department is developing more extensive guidance for property owners and managers, and advising them to clean more often and use disinfectant products.

What Should My Building Be Doing to Prevent Coronavirus?

“If you’re scared of me, get up and leave.”

I’m Chinese. That Doesn’t Mean I Have Coronavirus.

Americans in their mid-60s could live nearly three more decades, research shows, so a healthy dose of stock in your portfolio is actually prudent now.

Retiring Into a Shaky Market? Think Long Term Anyway

RJ Barrett is the latest in a long line of high-profile rookies who have tried to make it in New York. Current and former Knicks say he has what it takes.

Learning the Hard Way What It Means to Be a Top Pick for the Knicks

Quotation of the Day for Saturday, March 7, 2020.

Quotation of the Day: No Cell Service. No Wi-Fi. Just Childhood.

He set the tone, determined the issues and tugged the party toward him.

Bernie Sanders Has Already Won the Democratic Primary

Four women recount how Quebec’s new secularism law has changed their lives.

A Quebec Ban on Religious Symbols Upends Lives and Careers

The agency proposed the penalty over the installation of unapproved equipment in the 737 Max and other aircraft.

Boeing Faces $20 Million Fine by F.A.A.

A juicy boss-from-hell story illuminates the tensions between Britain’s radical new government and its solicitous but unyielding civil service.

Boris Johnson Launches War on U.K.’s Own ‘Deep State’

Christophe Girard, a deputy mayor of Paris, disavowed years of association with the writer and said he learned only recently of the author’s abuses.

Supporter of Gabriel Matzneff Says He Was Unaware of Pedophilia

The decision will appease protesters who have clamored for the government to prioritize domestic concerns. But it does little to solve the nation’s financial woes.

Lebanon Will Default on Foreign Debt Payment Amid Deepening Economic Crisis

With their marquee basketball tournaments looming, college sports officials have discussed whether they could — or should — play at fewer sites.

March 7, 2020

Headlines from March 7, 2020

Spiraling Virus Fears Are Causing Financial Carnage

Trump Names Mark Meadows Chief of Staff, Ousting Mick Mulvaney

With Test Kits in Short Supply, Health Officials Sound Alarms

The Market Is Rocky. Will Target-Date Funds Change Their Strategy?

A Sanders Voter, Weary of Debt at 29: ‘I Have Nothing to Lose’

Billboard 200

MAP OF THE SOUL : 7

Still Flexin; Still Steppin

Ordinary Man

Changes

Please Excuse Me For Being Antisocial

Historical Context for March 7, 2020