Disney is producing face masks decorated with some of its most popular characters, with proceeds going to a medical charity. Designed for all ages, the masks will be especially helpful to families with young children trying to make social distancing a little less scary for their little ones.

Face masks are the ubiquitous item of 2020, but the fact that they cover our mouths makes it hard to communicate. Donut Robotics, a Japanese start-up, has launched a smart mask that not only amplifies people’s voices but translates speech into eight languages, offering people augmented capabilities.

As COVID-19 has forced people to spend more time at home, one of the parts of daily life impacted has been office style. How might Zoom meetings and remote working reshape workwear in the long term? And what role can fashion play in creating a sense of normality post-lockdown?

The novel coronavirus that began sweeping the globe in early 2020 has made it difficult – and sometimes impossible – to engage in time-honored holiday traditions with loved ones. With no return to normal in sight, how will Americans adapt their celebratory habits for the short- and long-term?