The news to know for Monday, May 18th, 2020! We’ll break down what experts are saying about staying home versus going outside, and some simple ways to limit your risk when you leave the house. We also have a COVID-19 update from around the world, and we’ll tell you about the new controversy back in the U.S. that has nothing to do with the virus. Plus, we’re talking Tropical Storm Arthur, an at-home testing hit, and the new ride-sharing rules taking effect today. Those stories and more in 10 minutes!  This episode is brought to you by www.NETGEAR.com/bestwifi.       Sources: COVID-19 Progress: Axios, Reuters, CNN, LA Times Case Count/Death Toll: Johns Hopkins Europe Lifting Restrictions: BBC, AP, Bloomberg Russia New Hot Spot: CNN, Time Thailand Malls Reopen: Bloomberg, AP State Dept. Watchdog Firing: NBC News, Axios, Reuters, Press Release Tropical Storm Arthur: CNN, USA Today, ABC News, The Weather Channel At-home Coronavirus Test Approved: TechCrunch, Axios, NY Times, FDA, Everlywell Auto Factories Reopen: WSJ, NY Times Uber’s New Rules: Business Insider, Reuters, Uber Facebook to Acquire Giphy: The Verge, TechCrunch, Axios, Facebook Fossilized Footprints Found: USA Today, CNN Monday Monday - Struggle to Pay CC Bills: WSJ, CNBC