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Landlord-leaning eviction courts are about to make the coronavirus housing crisis a lot worse
The United States is on the verge of a potentially devastating eviction crisis right in the middle of a deadly pandemic.
Bees' buzz is more powerful for pollination than for defense or flight
Buzzing by bees during flower pollination is significantly more powerful than that used for defense or flight, according to a new study from experts at the University of Stirling.
Big Tech's giants set to testify at congressional hearing on their power, influence
Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg, Amazon's Jeff Bezos, Google's Sundar Pichai and Apple's Tim Cook are set to answer for their companies' practices before U.S. Congress on Wednesday.
Shopify revenue doubles amid shift to online shopping in COVID-19
Shopify Inc. is reporting $36 million US in profits in the second quarter on a nearly doubling of revenues as it reaped the benefits of COVID-19 lockdowns.
How COVID-19 worsens hunger in India, the world's largest food basket
India is one of the world's largest food producers. Ironically, the country is also home to the largest population of hungry people and one-third of the world's malnourished children. The...
Engineers work out why fallen leaves on train tracks are so slippery
A team of engineers at the University of Sheffield has found an explanation for the extreme slipperiness of train tracks when leaves have fallen on them. In their paper published...
Unused buildings will make good housing in the world of COVID-19
We are entering an era of profound change in how we work, learn, socialize and live with COVID-19. Many people will adjust to this new world order and work remotely...
Watch live: Google, Facebook, Apple, Amazon CEOs face questions on digital 'dominance'
The CEOs of technology giants Amazon, Facebook, Apple and Google will appear in Congress on Wednesday to answer questions about potentially anti-competitive practices.
Letters to the Editor: With COVID-19, business aviation isn't just rich people in private jets
With airline service reduced significantly, business aviation is shuttling medical personnel and supplies to the pandemic's front lines.
Pilots union calls on FedEx to suspend Hong Kong service over COVID-19 rules
A union representing FedEx pilots has urged the company to suspend service to Hong Kong, citing unacceptable risks due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Using artificial intelligence to smell the roses
A pair of researchers at the University of California, Riverside, has used machine learning to understand what a chemical smells like—a research breakthrough with potential applications in the food flavor...
Teachers union votes to strike if schools remain unsafe after reopening
The second-largest teachers union in the country has said it will strike in districts where it feels it is unsafe for schools to resume in-class instruction.
Rep. John Lewis lies in state at U.S. Capitol for final day
The public paid tribute to civil rights leader and longtime Rep. John Lewis as he lay in state for the final day on Tuesday before he will be moved to...
Watchdog accuses Trump campaign of laundering $170M in campaign funds
A campaign finance watchdog on Tuesday accused the Trump campaign of laundering $170 million in campaign spending through firms headed by Trump's former campaign manager, Brad Parscale.
Decline of bees, other pollinators threatens US crop yields
Crop yields for apples, cherries and blueberries across the United States are being reduced by a lack of pollinators, according to new research, the most comprehensive study of its kind...
'Once-in-a-lifetime' opportunity for more sustainable food
An independent review of the UK's food policy calls for a new green revolution.
Judge orders New York to pay unemployment benefits to Uber, Lyft drivers
A federal judge on Tuesday ruled that the New York Department of Labor must pay backlogged unemployment benefits to Uber and Lyft drivers within 45 days.
State Department approves possible $59.6M sale of training ammo to Kuwait
The State Department has approved a possible $59.6 million deal to sell various M1A2K training ammunition and related equipment to Kuwait, the Defense Security Cooperation Agency announced Tuesday.
Editorial: Republicans sat for months on coronavirus relief. Their new plan is too little and far too late
Senate Republicans finally offered a coronavirus relief bill that President Trump supports. It is woefully insufficient.
Decline of bees, other pollinators threatens US crop yields
Crop yields for apples, cherries and blueberries across the United States are being reduced by a lack of pollinators, according to Rutgers-led research, the most comprehensive study of its kind...
Using artificial intelligence to smell the roses
A pair of researchers has used machine learning to understand what a chemical smells like -- a research breakthrough with potential applications in the food flavor and fragrance industries.
Column: GOP slips an attack on Social Security into its coronavirus relief bill
Social Security advocates are universally opposed to the measure, which they see as an expression of longtime conservative hostility to the program.
Former European Research Council president returns as interim leader
French mathematician Jean-Pierre Bourguignon to lead funding agency until 2021
Trump administration to stop accepting new DACA applications
The Trump administration won't accept new applications for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program, the Department of Homeland Security said in a memo released Tuesday.
Impact drivers that get the job done
Impactful and useful. (Maxim Selyuk via Unsplash/)If you enjoy DIY building projects, an impact driver is an invaluable, time-saving tool. While it might look like the typical electric power drill/screwdriver found in many...
Coronavirus bill includes $29B for weapons programs, defense contractors
The U.S. Senate's coronavirus relief proposal includes $29 billion for the Pentagon, including at least $7 billion for weapons programs and $11 billion to reimburse defense contractors for coronavirus-related expenses.
L.A. Opera calls off fall shows and projects losses up to $31 million
Los Angeles Opera postpones its fall slate for an entire year as the pandemic prompts the company to consider outdoor alternatives.
MLB postpones fourth game due to virus; Goodell writes to NFL fans
MLB postponed a fourth game Tuesday due to COVID-19 while commissioner Roger Goodell wrote about the NFL's difficult, persistent journey toward a season as the coronavirus continues to impact sports...