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Farmers call on Congress to pass COVID-19 relief
U.S. farmers have called on Congress to pass legislation giving more emergency funding to agricultural businesses as the industry faces billions of dollars in losses due to the coronavirus crisis.
Orange County now has second-worst coronavirus outbreak in California
COVID-19 cases in Orange County have reached 29,986, just ahead of Riverside County's 29,983. Only L.A. County, with about 160,000 infections, has more.
NIH delves into COVID-19 racial disparities with 'All of Us'
The NIH has launched studies of the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on Black and Latino Americans, hoping to prepare the country for the next epidemic.
Lego builds anaesthesia skills according to new study
Lego could be used as a practical tool to train doctors in anaesthetic skills according to new research that has shown a simple task using the building bricks can help...
Nationals' Strasburg sharp in start after bus ride to Baltimore
Reigning World Series MVP Stephen Strasburg looked sharp in his final start of summer camp, as he led the Washington Nationals to a 4-2 win against the Baltimore Orioles.
Air Force inks deal to buy F-35s built for Turkey
The Air Force will buy 8 F-35As built for Turkey under a $862 million contract, the Pentagon announced. Turkey was removed from the F-35 program after buying a Russian missile...
Watch: Kyuhyun teases 'Dreaming' music video
K-pop star Kyuhyun shared a preview of "Dreaming," his single for Super Junior's "Project: Season" series.
U.S. charges 2 Chinese nationals with hacking COVID-19 vaccine research companies
The Justice Department has charged two Chinese nationals with hacking pharmaceutical companies that are developing coronavirus vaccines, and accused China of sponsoring the alleged conspiracy.
Ford unveils 1,400-HP, all-electric Mustang MACH-E
Ford Motor Co. announced on Tuesday that its new all-electric Mustang Mach-E -- which puts out 1,400 horsepower -- is ready to run on the racetrack.
NIH delves into COVID-19 racial disparities with 'All of Us'
The NIH has launched studies of the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on Black and Latino Americans, hoping to prepare the country for the next epidemic.
Committee says Commons should prepare for remote voting this fall
The parliamentary committee that oversees the way the House of Commons works says the chamber should spend the rest of the summer getting ready for MPs to participate and vote...
'Rocket League' announces plans to go free-to-play this summer
Developer Psyonix announced on Tuesday that its popular online multiplayer game Rocket League, will be going free-to-play this summer.
Ohio House speaker, 4 others arrested in bribery case
Federal authorities arrested Ohio State Republican House Speaker Larry Householder Tuesday morning and former State GOP chairman Matt Borges in connection with a $60 million bribery case.
Costa Mesa threatens $100 fines for not wearing masks in public
The city is working to remind people who go out without masks that they could be fined, though skeptical citizens are challenging the authority.
Look: Elon Musk holds X AE A-Xii, his son with Grimes
Tesla and SpaceX founder Elon Musk shared a new photo with X Æ A-Xii, his son with singer Grimes.
Microsoft, Nike, 7 other companies create net-zero initiative
Leaders of nine companies announced Tuesday the launch of the Transform to Net Zero emissions initiative.
Mark Esper denies ordering U.S. troop reductions in South Korea
U.S. Secretary of Defense Mark Esper dismissed a recent press report suggesting the Trump administration plans to reduce U.S. troops in South Korea.
Armed man hijacks commuter bus, holds hostages in Lutsk, Ukraine
A man armed with weapons and explosives commandeered a bus in western Ukraine Tuesday and held at least 10 hostages, national police said.
UK's Modern Slavery Act challenging for universities
The UK's universities are struggling to live up to the spirit and ambition of the Modern Slavery Act, hampered by poor oversight of their supply chains, a lack of skills...
BTS, Coldplay join 2020 iHeartRadio Music Festival
BTS, Coldplay and more have been announced for the 2020 iHeartRadio Music Festival, which is scheduled for Sept. 18-19.
Greta Thunberg to donate $114,000 to help fight COVID-19 in the Amazon
Teenage climate change activist Greta Thunberg said Monday she plans to give away the $1.14 million Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity she won, starting with a donation to help fight COVID-19...
The best touchscreen laptops for efficient, portable work
Another way to work. (Sigmund via Unsplash/)Touch screen laptops do all the work of regular laptops—with an efficient twist. These thin, lightweight computers allow you to interact with all your apps through a...
Store and transfer images and video quickly with these SD cards
You can never take enough photos. (Markus Winkler via Unsplash/)When you’re first starting out in the world of photography and videography you may not be paying much attention to the tiny memory card...
Best surround-sound systems for your home entertainment center
Get immersive sound. (Amazon/)Yes, an immense screen goes a long way toward creating a great home-theater experience, but if you want the full immersion you’re going to need a quality surround-sound system that...
Column: This bank is worried scammers may be cruelly paying off people's credit cards
Capital One froze a SoCal customer's credit card because it was concerned a bank transfer to pay off $14,000 in debt may have been made by a scammer.
Seahawks' Russell Wilson: Games will be like practice, defense will hear plays
Seattle Seahawks star Russell Wilson says there will be a learning curve when the NFL returns for games amid COVID-19, as the defense will be able to hear offensive play...
Amazon delays Prime Day in U.S. due to COVID-19
Online retailer Amazon officially announced Tuesday that it's delaying its annual Prime Day shopping event in the United States, which is typically held in mid-July, due safety reasons over the...
L.A. may face a grim distinction: the biggest U.S. city with a second stay-home order
Mayor Garcetti has warned for weeks that L.A. is close to another stay-at-home order because of surging coronavirus. A decision is expected soon.