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Inter Miami, Orlando City relaunch MLS with protest, dramatic clash
Inter Miami CF, Orlando City SC, referees and coaches participated in a long protest for George Floyd before they launched the MLS is Back Tournament with a dramatic clash in...
Corporate activism is more than a marketing gimmick
There's been an outpouring of support for Black Lives Matter from America's largest corporations. Businesses often engage in social activism because they want to sway public policy outcomes.
WWE NXT: Adam Cole, Keith Lee have 'winner takes all' match
NXT Champion Adam Cole and North American Champion Keith Lee faced each other in a champion vs. champion, "winner takes all" match on WWE NXT.
Foreign students fear deportation over Trump visa threat
Pakistani student Taimoor Ahmed is one of hundreds of thousands of foreigners enrolled in American universities now fearing for their future after Donald Trump's administration threatened to revoke their visas.
How one video game community is trying to 'police itself' amid sexual assault allegations
The esports world is grappling with how to protect competitors — many of whom are barely in their teens — and respond to serious allegations against members. One game community has come...
Study: Street lights may harm teen sleep habits, mental health
New research is suggesting links between street lights, neon signs and other forms of nighttime outside lighting and sleeplessness and mood disorders among teens.
N.Y. AG calls for sweeping police reforms in response to protests
New York Attorney General Letitia James called for sweeping reforms of the New York Police Department, stating the public no longer had faith in their law enforcement.
Elementary, middle school absenteeism carries later life consequences
Missing lots of school between kindergarten and eighth grade may have consequences when kids grow up, a new study suggests.
S.F. mayor is awaiting coronavirus test result after she was exposed at an event
San Francisco mayor London Breed said she was informed she attended an event with someone who had COVID-19. Now she's waiting for her test results.
San Antonio Spurs' Patty Mills donating salary to social justice causes
San Antonio Spurs veteran guard Patty Mills is donating his salary from the NBA's 22-team restart in Orlando, Fla., to Black Lives Matter and other social justice causes.
Attorney seeks dismissal of charges for former officer in George Floyd's death
An attorney for former Minneapolis Police officer Thomas Lane filed a motion to dismiss charges against him in the death of George Floyd.
Why opacity cannot be the singular clean-air determinant
If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a view is worth a thousand pictures, handily! And, what does this all have to do with, exactly?! Quality is what...
Lee Daniels, Fred Savage working on new 'Wonder Years' pilot
"Empire" creator and "Precious" filmmaker Lee Daniels is working with actor-director Fred Savage on a pilot for a new version of "The Wonder Years."
Facebook takes down accounts tied to Roger Stone, others amid civil rights audit findings
Facebook on Wednesday said it has removed dozens of accounts linked to the hate group Proud Boys, to U.S. President Donald Trump's longtime ally Roger Stone and to employees of...
NASCAR star Jimmie Johnson cleared to race after two negative coronavirus tests
Seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson has been cleared to compete Sunday at Kentucky Speedway after testing negative for the coronavirus twice.
Newsom says reopening of California schools to be based on safety, not pressure from Trump
Gov. Gavin Newsom said Wednesday that the decision on reopening schools this fall will be made by local education and health officials and he does not feel pressured by statements...
Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman retires from Army citing 'bullying,' 'retaliation' by Trump
Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman said he will retire from the military following a campaign of bullying and retaliation in response to his testimony in President Donald Trump's impeachment inquiry.
Study: News media, influencers can double efficacy of COVID-19 prevention messages
People who saw educational messages on social media about the importance of hand-washing and social distancing in preventing the spread of COVID-19 were up to twice as likely to engage...
Politics Influences the Science of COVID-19
Many of us are still shell-shocked by the changes in our lives that have been imposed this spring. We’re reacting to each unexpected event as it comes. But to anyone...
These survival tips might actually get you killed
The way you respond to a grizzly attack could determine if you become a scavenger's next meal. (272447 from Pixabay/)This story originally featured on Outdoor Life.My grandmother Inez used to stuff towels under...
These survival tips might actually get you killed
The way you respond to a grizzly attack could determine if you become a scavenger's next meal. (272447 from Pixabay/)This story originally featured on Outdoor Life.My grandmother Inez used to stuff towels under...
Facebook civil rights audit finds 'serious setbacks,' including hate speech and misinformation
A two-year audit of Facebook's civil rights record found 'serious setbacks' that have marred the social network's progress on matters such as hate speech, misinformation and bias.
'Real Housewife' Denise Richards juggles other roles, too
Denise Richards discusses her return to "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" and "The Bold and the Beautiful," a cameo in new movie "Money Plane," her non-profit Quantum Reach Foundation...
NYC schools to rotate in-person classes; CDC to clarify guidelines
New York City announced Wednesday that public schools will reopen for fall with reduced in-person classes. Vice President Mike Pence said the CDC would clarify its guidelines after criticism from...
British police: Do not call 999 for wrong-address freezer delivery
A British police department took to social media with an important reminder for local residents: a freezer delivery to the wrong address is not a police emergency.
Listen: Jeong Eun-ji teases new song 'Simple is the Best'
K-pop star Jeong Eun-ji shared a track trailer for "Simple is the Best," a song from her forthcoming EP "Simple."
Study shows 'Bystander Effect' not exclusive to humans
A rat is less likely to help a trapped companion if it is with other rats that aren't helping, according to new research from the University of Chicago that showed...
'Real Housewife' Denise Richards juggles other roles, too
Denise Richards discusses her return to "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" and "The Bold and the Beautiful," a cameo in new movie "Money Plane," her non-profit Quantum Reach Foundation...