South Korea reported hundreds of new infections, and Iran said at least 12 people there had died. In Europe, Italy is working to contain a spike in cases.
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The Dow Jones industrial average dropped more than 900 points following sharp declines in other global markets.
Here’s what you need to know:
- Europe confronts coronavirus as Italy seeks to contain spike in cases.
- Death toll in Iran rises to at least 12, drawing fears of further spread in the Middle East.
- Global stocks plummet over coronavirus concerns.
- W.H.O. says world isn’t prepared for a global outbreak.
- Wuhan walks back an announcement that it will ease lockdown