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Gallup: 23% say U.S. economy in good shape; more see improvement
Less than a quarter of Americans believe the economy is in good shape, but more U.S. adults say it appears to be improving, a survey said Thursday.
Are peaceful protests more effective than violent ones?
As unrest erupts across the world after the killing of a Black man, George Floyd, by a white police officer, even some peaceful protests have descended into chaos, calling into...
Younger people vulnerable to loneliness, despite increased connectedness
Even with social media keeping more people connected than ever before, young people in many nations are more likely to feel lonely, British researchers report.
Heartbreak on the 49th parallel: Lives interrupted by the Canada-U.S. border closure
It's been a dismal few days for Canada-U.S. relations. Specifically, for people in relationships with someone on the other side of the border, dealing with depressing news about their life-altering limbo....
Drivers v cyclists: it's like an ethnic conflict, which offers clues to managing 'road wars'
Motorists and cyclists are akin to ethnic groups, our research shows. This means we might want to look to multiculturalism in managing relations on the roads.
Watch: Robert De Niro says Tribeca Drive-In is the 'safest' way to hold festival
Robert De Niro praised how the Tribeca Film Festival will take place across drive-in movie theaters due to the COVID-19 pandemic while appearing on "The Tonight Show."
Rapinoe says protests 'always worth it' as U.S. Soccer repeals kneeling ban
United States Women's National Team soccer star Megan Rapinoe says her peaceful protests, including kneeling before games, have always been "worth it" as U.S. Soccer recently repealed a rule against...
Coronavirus batters finances of African American healthcare centers in the Bay Area
Several Bay Area health clinics provide crucial services to African Americans and other neglected populations. But the pandemic has hurt their finances and those of other clinics nationwide.
Local news volume does not increase pro-social behaviors during COVID-19
During this pandemic, there are countless voices urging Americans to engage in the kind of civic behaviors that keep us all safe, like social distancing and frequent hand washing. These...
WWE NXT: Adam Cole faces Dexter Lumis, Scarlett delivers a message from Karrion Kross
NXT Champion Adam Cole faced off against Dexter Lumis for the first time in a non-title match on WWE NXT.
AEW Dynamite: #FTR make in-ring debut, Cody defends TNT Championship
Tag Team #FTR made their AEW in-ring debut on Dynamite in a match against The Butcher & The Blade.
Young people more vulnerable to loneliness than thought
Even with social media keeping more people connected than ever before, young people in many nations are more likely to feel lonely, British researchers report.
Secondary school admissions system is still a work in progress
New research, examining how parents choose secondary schools, questions England's 'success rate' for admissions and suggests the 'good news' revealed today may not tell the full story. Researchers believe the...
Pompeo: China is intensifying its 'war on faith'
State Secretary Mike Pompeo chastised China over its "war on faith" while presenting the 2019 Report on International Religious Freedom that described the Asian nation as increasing its repression of...
Lots of us adopted dogs in quarantine: 'Dog Whisperer' César Millán has some tips
Animal shelters were emptied this spring as people adopted dogs to keep them company during quarantine. Now, they aren't behaving the way we want, but César Millán — the "Dog...
10 L.A.-based, Black-owned fitness businesses with virtual classes
Here are L.A. Black-owned fitness businesses that pivoted to online and virtual workouts during coronavirus quarantine.
First impressions can sway financial professionals' forecasts of firms for up to 6 years
First impressions can have long-term effects on people's perceptions and behavior. A new study looked at the influence among finance professionals of first impression bias of firms' performance, which spurs...
Ontario education minister tests negative for COVID-19 as premier, health minister await results
Ontario's Education Minister Stephen Lecce has tested negative for COVID-19 after he recently came into contact with someone with a confirmed case. Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Health Minister Christine Elliott are...
Woman attempts to rescue uncooperative squirrel from pool
A Texas woman attempting to rescue a squirrel from a backyard kiddie pool received a caught-on-camera fright when the animal jumped and climbed up her body.
Watch: BTS recreates first birthday party in 'Festa' teaser
K-pop group BTS celebrated and reflected on its time together ahead of its seventh anniversary.
Fighting Social Isolation with Robots
Social distancing can be particularly tough for elementary-age children; talking with friends on Zoom isn’t the same as playing hide-and-seek or just running around with their peers. A team of...
Simple way of 'listening' to chicks could dramatically improve welfare
New research suggests a simple and low-cost method of 'listening' to chicks may allow welfare issues to be picked up at the earliest possible opportunity.
How the brain controls our speech
Speaking requires both sides of the brain. Each hemisphere takes over a part of the complex task of forming sounds, modulating the voice and monitoring what has been said. However,...
'Karma': Teens go off the grid in trailer for HBO Max series
"Karma," a new reality competition hosted by Michelle Khare, features 16 teenagers completing outdoor challenges.
Rachel Adedeji leaves 'Hollyoaks' after racism claims
Rachel Adedeji, who played Lisa Loveday on "Hollyoaks," exited the British soap opera after sharing her experiences with racist behavior.
Iggy Azalea has a son: 'I love him beyond words'
"Fancy" rapper Iggy Azalea, who is dating Playboi Carti, confirmed she has a son but said she will keep his life private.
Olympians face punishment if they kneel in protest at Tokyo 2021
The International Olympic Committee has kept guidelines in place for disciplinary action for athletes who participate in protests, which includes taking a knee, for the 2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo.
Penn Med students create apenndx, a new journal for body and spirit in the age of COVID-19
In the beginning of this past school year, a bunch of first-year University of Pennsylvania medical students gathered to discuss creating a new student magazine. A diverse group of young...