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1. National Geographic launched their “NatGeo@Home” Digital Hub to support families, individuals & educators during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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2. The current situation is making it very hard for people to date across the globe, so Glamour Magazine compiled a list of 11 “virtual” date ideas for those looking to stay romantically involved during COVID-19.

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3. We’re not the only ones keeping the good news rolling—John Krasinski & his wife Emily Blunt rolled out their “Some Good News” series last week. Episode 2 featured a Zoom surprise from Lin Manuel Miranda and the Hamilton cast.

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4. Over the weekend, Apple announced that they will source over 20M masks to healthcare workers while beginning production on face shields with the goal of delivering 1M by week's end.

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5. Lady Gaga and WHO announced a star-studded virtual entertainment charity event featuring Lizzo, PaulMcCartney and more.

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6. With restaurants across the DMV currently closed, here are some easy-to-follow recipes to create your favorite DC spot’s brunch dishes from home.

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7. A student at Eastern Kentucky University created a unique reusable mask for the deaf & hard of hearing who rely on reading lips and facial expressions to communicate.

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8. “You’re at home, but that doesn’t mean your mind can’t travel.” With global tourism all but shuttered, Visit Greece has launched #greecefromhome, where you can explore the old country from the comfort of your couch.

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9. Alright alright alright—last week, Matthew McConaughey hosted a virtual bingo night for a senior living facility in his native state of Texas.

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10. A man in Cork, Ireland has found a heartwarming way to unite his neighborhood. He’s been projecting old movies on the wall of a nearby building and having folks to tune in via a special FM radio station.

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11. With employees across the country sequestered in their homes, some have found a workaround for staying connected “outside of work”: virtual beer pong, or: “March Sadness.”

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12. QuickTake announced Foldit, a free online game you can play to help contribute to COVID-19 research.

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13. The World Health Organization announced yesterday that they will be releasing a storybook to help children understand COVID-19. The book is available in six languages with 30 other translations to come.

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14. Next Tuesday, April 14, at 7 PM ET Sesame Street and Elmo will be hosting a “virtual playdate” including celebrity guests like Lin Manuel Miranda and Tracee Ellis Ross.

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15. Today, Apple and Google unveiled an ambitious effort to help fight the spread of COVID-19 with new tools that will allow users to track whether or not they’ve come in contact with anyone who is infected.

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