Nevada casinos to reopen; America in lockdown devours pizza

The outbreak of the coronavirus has dealt a shock to the global economy with unprecedented speed. Following are developments Wednesday related to the national and global response, the work place and the spread of the virus.

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TRAVEL & LEISURE: Viral videos out of places like Lake of the Ozarks over the holiday weekend showed how willing people are to gather, even in a pandemic. Tourist destinations, from countries to theme parks, are laying out plans with hopes of avoiding such scenes.

— Nevada's casinos will reopen next week, including those on the Las Vegas Strip. The casino's, which power Nevada's economy, were ordered closed more than 11 weeks ago. They will be allowed to open June 4, right before the weekend.

— Disney World and SeaWorld will reveal their plans for a phased reopening in Florida. If there is such a thing as an amusement park mecca for both companies, it's Florida. Disney runs four parks at its Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando. The parks attract more than 150 million people annually. Executives will address the Orange County Economic Recovery Task Force before noon Wednesday. Any plan will have to be approved by Gov. Ron DeSantis. Universal and Six Flags outlined new park guidelines earlier this month.

— Boeing is cutting more than 12,000 jobs through layoffs and buyouts as the coronavirus pandemic seizes the travel industry. The Washington company warned Wednesday that more cuts are coming.

— Cyprus has pledged to cover all costs for anyone testing positive for the coronavirus while on holiday in the east Mediterranean island nation. That includes lodging, food, drink and medication for COVID-19 patients and their families.

A 100-bed hospital will cater exclusively to foreign travelers who test positive. A...