The coronavirus has been intensely spreading in some parts of the world, finally lightening up in others, and just beginning in other parts. But that hasn't stopped amazing things from happening.
In a time of social-distancing, shelves at grocery stores disheveled and empty, and chaos seemingly all around us at all times, it's easy to forget that humanity has a tendency to do beautiful, hilarious, and inspiring things, and even moreso in the midst of crisis.
Here are 13 things that have happened only because of the spread of coronavirus.
1. Italians are joining together and singing the national anthem and it's actually beautiful
Despite Italy being on lockdown due to coronavirus, a nationwide flash mob event saw Italians singing the national… https://t.co/ITx6hpFf1p— BBC News (World) (@BBC News (World)) 1584184351.0
2. Arnold introduced us to his adorable friends
Stay at home as much as possible. Listen to the experts, ignore the morons (foreheads). We will get through this to… https://t.co/YkUiQbDkRT— Arnold (@Arnold) 1584327098.0
3. Spanish residents literally applauded, as a group, for health care workers and it felt like a concert
ROUND OF APPLAUSE: As Spain and Italy face lockdowns over the spread of the novel coronavirus, residents showed the… https://t.co/B91UoJxKlE— ABC News (@ABC News) 1584298379.0
4. These penguins got to roam the zoo and make new friends
5. Max and Mel Brooks put together a hilarious and timely message
A message from me and my dad, @Melbrooks. #coronavirus #DontBeASpreader https://t.co/Hqhc4fFXbe— Max Brooks (@Max Brooks) 1584384451.0
6. This woman is doing some incredible things for the elderly in her community
This woman's 91-year-old grandfather was the inspiration for her good deed – spending each lunch breaking going gro… https://t.co/sBAIHYVZZ1— CBS News (@CBS News) 1584449990.0
7. In Spain, one man is leading workouts for a whole building of residents that are in lockdown
How the Spanish workout during lockdown! It’s important to stay positive during these times, and this is lovely to… https://t.co/Y5ehe6JvYl— BLM (@BLM) 1584394652.0
8. These kids gave their elderly neighbor a cello concert as she self-isolates
Sharing with y’all https://t.co/75pqmsY8bg— Jackie Borchardt (@Jackie Borchardt) 1584375623.0
9. The canals in Venice are clear and the swans have returned
Here's an unexpected side effect of the pandemic - the water's flowing through the canals of Venice is clear for th… https://t.co/YKGuSO0ln4— Kaveri 🇮🇳 (@Kaveri 🇮🇳) 1584393009.0
10. Italy is literally having a lockdown rave
Get me to Italy quick hahaha the place is bouncing https://t.co/ryAZuCRlrm— Karen but not THAT Karen (@Karen but not THAT Karen) 1584315578.0
11. Jose Andres is opening up his Michelin star restaurants to offer meals to those in need
People of America...Important News: All my restaurants in DC area are closed until further notice. Here at… https://t.co/iJaimysE50— Please wear a mask! Do it for USA, please... (@Please wear a mask! Do it for USA, please...) 1584287837.0
12. Italy's air pollution is actually dissipating because they are on lockdown
Satellites show Italy's air pollution dissipating as covid-19 outbreak worsens https://t.co/Kwc3upUK8k https://t.co/XJzLpnsRKf— Gizmodo (@Gizmodo) 1584126103.0
13. Artists are going live and doing free at-home concerts for fans
Most of America is self-isolating right now – including stars. These artists live-streamed at-home concerts to give… https://t.co/Ih2lROaDwD— CBS News (@CBS News) 1584458424.0
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