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Quarantine put more fitness classes online, and many trainers say they're staying there
As gyms across North America prepare to reopen, many trainers who have managed to gain a following online during quarantine aren't sure whether they need to go back.
Once the pandemic ends what will be the ozone picture in the San Joaquin Valley?
There is just no way to know what way the air-quality pendulum will swing for California’s San Joaquin Valley (or simply, “the Valley”) post-COVID-19, well, not at this juncture, anyway....
COVID-19 is setting back recovery from opioid addiction
Efforts to treat drug dependence have been scaled back during the pandemic. (Amixstudio/Deposit Photos/)Melissa Cyders is an associate professor of psychology, IUPUI. Kevin L. Ladd is a professor at Indiana University. Melissa S....
COVID-19 lockdowns impact Eid al-Fitr holiday celebrations
Many Muslims will celebrate the Eid al-Fitr holiday, marking the end of the Muslim holiday Ramadan differently this weekend due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
As U.S. nears 100,000 coronavirus deaths, governors loosen more restrictions
With all 50 states at least partially reopened, people across the U.S. face a medley of options and restrictions for celebrating Memorial Day.
New York allows gatherings up to 10 people as cases ease
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has signed an order allowing people to gather in groups of 10 people or fewer, loosening some social distancing protocols ahead of the holiday weekend.
National Memorial Day Concert with Cynthia Erivo: Your weekend quarantine must-watch
How to watch the "National Memorial Day Concert" featuring Cynthia Erivo, Renée Fleming, Trace Adkins and CeCe Winans, plus other holiday picks.
President Donald Trump donates paycheck to HHS; Kayleigh McEnany reveals bank account number
President Donald Trump donated his latest paycheck to the Department of Health and Human Services, but White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany may have shown reporters more of the check...
NAV's 'Good Intentions' tops the U.S. album chart
Rapper NAV's "Good Intentions" is the No. 1 album in the United States.
Robot dog tries to herd sheep
The Spot robot was designed for search and rescue - but may find work in the farming industry.
Column: First one death in the family, then another, and the toll kept mounting for Inglewood couple
A healthcare activist has seen a grim example of healthcare disparities in his own family's COVID-19 tragedies
Column: Is the 'Karen' meme sexist? Maybe, but it's also apt
The "Karen" meme has taken on new meaning during the coronavirus crisis as a label for someone who feels entitled to prioritize her own desires over public safety
Opinion: To pro-Trump readers, some L.A. Times news articles read too much like opinion pieces
An article that reported the president was trying to "distract" and "deceive" struck some readers as editorializing on the news pages.
On This Day, May 23: South Korean President Roh Moo-hyun dies amid scandal probe
On May 23, 2009, police said South Korean President Roh Moo-hyun, 62, linked to a corruption investigation, died in a leap from a cliff near his home after leaving a...
See's Candies reopens candy kitchens, paying attention to coronavirus concerns
After shutting down two months ago due to coronavirus concerns, See's Candies is opening up candy kitchens in San Francisco and Los Angeles.
Trump demands churches open, despite coronavirus fears, as Memorial Day weekend begins
Memorial Day Weekend traditionally means family barbecues, road trips, crowded parks and carefree days spent basking by the water, but Americans venturing out after weeks of sheltering in place are...
Businesses are reopening. If you're older or sick, what happens to your job?
Older people and those with preexisting medical conditions face greater risk from the coronavirus. How will they return to work as businesses reopen?
Watch: Robot dog herds sheep in New Zealand
A U.S. engineering firm and a New Zealand software company are testing out a robotic dog's abilities to emulate its biological counterparts with a traditional canine task: herding sheep.
Sex bias in pain research
Most pain research remains overwhelmingly based on the study of male rodents, continuing to test hypotheses derived from earlier experiments on males. This points to an important blind spot in...
Can California enjoy Memorial Day without spreading coronavirus? It will be a big test
Many parks, beaches and trials will be open, but officials are urging people to keep their distance and not overcrowd these outdoor spaces.
President Donald Trump threatens to 'override' governors if they don't reopen places of worship
President Donald Trump on Friday called for the country's places of worship to be deemed "essential" and threatened to override governors if they don't allow them to reopen.
Unconscious: 'Sniff test' predicts recovery of consciousness
If an unconscious person responds to smell through a slight change in their nasal airflow pattern -- they are likely to regain consciousness. This is the conclusion from a new...
Celebrating Eid? 5 ways to safely enjoy the holiday
Coronavirus will change the way Muslims observe the Eid holiday that marks the end of Ramadan. Here are safe ways to celebrate.
The coronavirus doesn’t care about your long weekend plans.
As long as you practice safe social distancing, the outdoors is a low-risk way to spend your long weekend. (Pixabay/)It has been a frustrating couple of months to say the least. Social...
Social distancing circles drawn on grass at San Francisco parks
Four San Francisco parks are being outfitted with social distancing circles to remind people to stay away from each other while outdoors during the coronavirus outbreak.
How to celebrate Memorial Day during the pandemic
Memorial Day will be very different in 2020. Instead of large gatherings with friends and family, try some of these alternatives.
What to stream this weekend: 'The Lovebirds,' 'Mythic Quest'
Issa Rae and Kumail Nanjiani's "The Lovebirds" and a special episode of "Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet" are just some of the entertainment options available this weekend as viewers stay home...
Harvard seniors reflect on friendships forged with College roommates
Walburga Khumalo likes to joke that Harvard should set her up with her future husband because her College roommate of four years, Tatiana Patino, turned out to be the perfect match. Khumalo...