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SCOTUS clears way for federal executions to resume
The Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal by four inmates, clearing the way for the first federal executions in about 17 years.
GM Defense wins $214.3M contract to build troop carriers
GM Defense was awarded a $214.3 million contract to build the U.S. Army's first Infantry Squad Vehicles, the Defense Department announced.
Japan to boost space cooperation with US in revised policy
Japan said Monday it will step up its defense capability in space and improve its ability to detect and track missiles, while cooperating with the United States in response to...
Tweak your Samsung Galaxy to give it that stock Android look
Ditch Bixby while still keeping Samsung's great hardware. (Daniel Romero / Unsplash/)I’ve been a diehard user of Google’s pure Android phones—like the Nexus and Pixel lines—for years, preferring the unadulterated stock Android experience...
Cam Newton's MVP odds, Patriots' division title prospects gain after agreement
The New England Patriots adding free agent quarterback Cam Newton has boosted the team's odds to win the AFC East division title and Newton to win his second NFL MVP...
Development of a small sensor capable of continuously monitoring the phytohormone ethylene
NIMS and AIST have developed a small sensor capable of continuously monitoring the plant hormone ethylene. Ethylene gas promotes ripening in fruits and vegetables, but excessive exposure promotes them to...
Eleven new iOS 14 features to look forward to, from translation to privacy labels
Widgets can now occupy different parts of your home screen along with typical app icons. (Stan Horaczek /)Last week, Apple took to the virtual stage at its online Worldwide Developers Conference to announce...
HHS, Miami leaders blame COVID-19 surge on irresponsible behavior
U.S. and local leaders on Monday blamed lack of responsibility for the surge in new COVID-19 cases across the United States as Democratic leaders in Congress urged new negotiations on...
Wild West tribute town in New Zealand listed for $7.5 million
A New Zealand town built in 2006 as a tribute to the U.S. Wild West is for sale with an asking price of $7.5 million for the 10 buildings and...
Multifunctional nanofiber protects against explosions
Since World War I, the vast majority of American combat casualties has come not from gunshot wounds but from explosions. Today, most soldiers wear a heavy, bullet-proof vest to protect...
Pharrell Williams, Kenya Barris launch Juneteenth Pledge campaign
Pharrell Williams, Kenya Barris, Ellen DeGeneres, Van Jones, Global Citizen and Teneo are working to make Juneteenth a national paid holiday.
Collectivism drives efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19
Research from the University of Kent has found that people who adopt a collectivist mindset are more likely to comply with social distancing and hygiene practices to help reduce the...
A snapshot of a new working-from-home economy
The new "working-from-home economy," which is likely to continue long past the coronavirus pandemic that spawned it, poses new challenges—from a ticking time bomb for inequality to an erosion of...
Even during lockdown, California moves to decarbonize trucking
America's current catastrophes of disease, racist policing, and economic disorder dominate our lives and politics, but crisis creates opportunity and the optimist in me sees signs of hope. The protests against racism are...
Iran issues arrest warrant for Trump over Qassem Soleimani killing
Iranian prosecutors on Monday issued arrest warrants for U.S. President Donald Trump and 35 other American officials in connection with the January slaying of top Iranian military commander Qassem Soleimani.
GPS isn't just for road trips anymore
When it comes to nifty farm gadgets and technology, there are many neat tools. Tractor guidance is definitely one of them, thanks to how it helps farmers better use their...
Some homeowners struggled to pay PACE improvement loans. The coronavirus made it harder
Consumer groups are raising concern over a potential foreclosure wave tied to PACE home improvement loans.
Researchers print, tune graphene sensors to monitor food freshness, safety
Researchers are using high-resolution printing technology and the unique properties of graphene to make low-cost biosensors to monitor food safety and livestock health.
COVID-19 cases continue surge in Florida; Dallas leader seeks stay-at-home order
A surge in COVID-19 cases continued in Florida as more than 8,500 infections were logged Sunday while a top official in Dallas called on Texas' governor to reimpose stay-at-home orders...
In photos: Pride caravans take place in NYC, St. Louis
With many of the usual parades and other events canceled amid the coronavirus pandemic, the LGBTQ community gathered via caravan to celebrate Pride Month in New York City and St....
Green Party gains against Macron in local French elections
France's Green Party took key wins in several large cities Sunday, upending President Emmanuel Macron's plans to sure up his base and threaten his expected 2022 re-election bid.
California's mask order tests the limits of Newsom's executive power
Since shortly after the coronavirus outbreak began, Gov. Gavin Newsom has faced criticism from some over his ample use of executive authority during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus drove a boom in virtual content; to protect artists, copyright law must catch up
As more live events take place on screens, creators and producers will need new ways to license and protect copyrighted material, writes an intellectual property attorney.
U2 band members invest in Irish tech fund
Two members of the Grammy-winning band U2 are backing a new technology fund in Ireland dedicated to raising about $112 million for companies in the country that produce "technology for...
Midnight Bisou, Tom's d'Etat win Breeders' Cup berths
Midnight Bisou and Tom's d'Etat won Breeders' Cup berths with victories at Churchill Downs.
Benzema heels nutmeg assist in Real Madrid win over Espanyol
Karim Benzema provided a skillful nutmeg assist with his heel to set up the only goal in Real Madrid's 1-0 win over Espanyol in La Liga.
Pirates pitcher Edgar Santana gets 80-game PED ban
Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Edgar Santana has been suspended for 80 games for violating Major League Baseball's performance-enhancing drug policy.
Famous birthdays for June 29: Lily Rabe, Camila Mendes
Actor Lily Rabe turns 38 and actor Camila Mendes turns 26, among the famous birthdays for June 29.