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Javier Bardem's 'Cortés y Moctezuma' miniseries canceled due to COVID-19

4 years ago from UPI

Amazon Studios and Amblin Partners have canceled their planned TV miniseries "Cortés y Moctezuma" because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Thom Yorke postpones, cancels fall tour dates

4 years ago from UPI

Thom Yorke of Radiohead has postponed or canceled all fall U.S. tour dates.

Justice Dept. says 2,000 arrested for violent crimes in 9 cities

4 years ago from UPI

The Justice Department said agents have arrested more than 2,000 people under a two-month law enforcement initiative targeting violent crime in nine cities.

Editorial: Amid coronavirus lockdown, we want to party like it's 2019 this Labor Day. Just don't

4 years ago from LA Times - Health

A holiday weekend, high heat and COVID-19. These are the ingredients for a toxic stew inevitably followed by a dessert of humble pie, not to mention more death and restricted...

Data on COVID-19 outbreaks in schools was sparse, so this teacher collected it herself

4 years ago from PopSci

You can search by state to find a list of confirmed COVID-19 cases at public K-12 schools across the US. (Getty/)This story originally featured on Working Mother.Alisha Morris, a theater teacher in Olathe,...

Air Force to survey members on interpersonal violence

4 years ago from UPI

The Air Force will distribute a survey next week asking members about their experiences with interpersonal violence.

Amanda Kloots records emotional duet with late husband Nick Cordero

4 years ago from LA Times - Health

Amanda Kloots completed a song her husband, Broadway star Nick Cordero, began writing before he died at age 41 in July after a battle with COVID-19.

Joe Biden says there's a chance for 'real awakening' during visit to Kenosha

4 years ago from UPI

Joe Biden said there is a chance for "a real awakening" in the United States as he visited Kenosha, Wis., following the police shooting of Jacob Blake.

Reports: 'The Batman' star Robert Pattinson tests positive for COVID-19

4 years ago from UPI

Several outlets confirm Robert Pattinson tested positive for COVID-19, causing production on "The Batman" to be put on hold in the U.K.

Most American don't think they could save a life after mass violence

4 years ago from UPI

Most Americans aren't confident that they could provide lifesaving help after mass violence or other emergencies, a nationwide poll shows.

Dr. Peter Lin offers back-to-school tips for protecting children and families from COVID-19

4 years ago from CBC: Health

Dr. Peter Lin offers parents and caregivers advice on how to protect children and families as young people return to in-class learning later this month.

China decries India mobile app ban amid renewed tensions

4 years ago from UPI

China is protesting a recent Indian decision to ban more than 100 Chinese mobile apps amid recent reports of renewed Chinese aggression.

Democracys backsliding in the international environment

4 years ago from Science NOW

If the end of the 20th century was defined by the relatively widespread acceptance of democracy, the second decade of the 21st century is marked by concerns about backsliding in...

Diversity and prosocial behavior

4 years ago from Science NOW

Immigration and globalization have spurred interest in the effects of ethnic diversity in Western societies. Most scholars focus on whether diversity undermines trust, social capital, and collective goods provision. However,...

'The Batman' production halted after positive COVID-19 test

4 years ago from UPI

Production on "The Batman" starring Robert Pattinson has been put on hold in the U.K. after a crew member tested positive for COVID-19.

Researchers identify five types of cat owner

4 years ago from Science Daily

Cat owners fall into five categories in terms of their attitudes to their pets' roaming and hunting, according to a new study.

When doing good boosts health, well-being

4 years ago from Science Daily

Performing acts of kindness and helping other people can be good for people's health and well-being, according to new research. But not all good-hearted behavior is equally beneficial to the...

5 young children found dead at home Solingen, Germany

4 years ago from UPI

Five children were found dead on Thursday at a home in western Germany and their mother is a possible suspect, authorities said.

Better customer care on Twitter leads to nearly 20% increase in customer satisfaction

4 years ago from Physorg

Social media has forever changed our society and how people do business. A 2013 report by J.D. Power found nearly two-thirds of customers have used a company's social media site...

Study recommends permanent residence for immigrants in Temporary Protected Status

4 years ago from Science Blog

As the 2020 campaign renews conversations about immigration reform, the UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Initiative today published a policy brief on the benefits of Temporary Protected Status, an immigration status that permits people...

Miley Cyrus says 'very public' divorce from Liam Hemsworth 'sucked'

4 years ago from UPI

Miley Cyrus discussed the "villainizing" she experienced following her split from Liam Hemsworth.

P.E.I. urged to allow COVID-19 tests to meet new China travel requirements

4 years ago from CBC: Health

Some members of P.E.I.'s Chinese community are asking the Island's Department of Health to expand options for COVID-19 testing to allow those wishing to travel to China to meet new...

Social experiences impact zebrafish from an early age

4 years ago from Physorg

It is commonly said that childhood experiences shape adult behavior; that events that we may not even remember can have long-lasting or even permanent effects. In a new article by...

Exposure to workplace sexual harassment linked to an increased risk of suicidal behavior

4 years ago from Science Daily

Workers who have been exposed to sexual harassment in their workplace are at greater risk of suicide and attempting suicide, a new study finds.

Bilingual children may lose less brain matter as they grow up

4 years ago from Science Daily

Children and adolescents who speak more than one language may reach adulthood with better brain structure, according to a new study.

Marie Osmond exits 'The Talk' after one season

4 years ago from UPI

Marie Osmond has departed CBS daytime talk show "The Talk" after one season, Osmond and the network have confirmed.

Usher expecting child with girlfriend Jenn Goicoechea

4 years ago from UPI

Singer and "The Sauce" judge Usher is expecting his third child, his first with Jenn Goicoechea.

Brazil announces equal pay for men's, women's soccer national teams

4 years ago from UPI

Brazil has announced that its men's and women's national teams for soccer will receive equal pay and prize money.