This archive report was first published on 29 June 2020.
As of the latest updates, the global death toll from the coronavirus pandemic has surpassed a devastating milestone, with over 10 million confirmed cases worldwide.
On a positive note, high-profile figures such as Vice President Mike Pence have been promoting the use of face masks to slow the spread of the virus.
On a visit to Texas over the weekend, Vice President Pence was seen wearing a face mask and encouraging others to follow suit.
