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Justice Dept. says Yale discriminated against Asian, White applicants
The Justice Department on Thursday accused Yale University of discriminating against Asian and White applicants in its undergraduate admissions process.
COVID-19 has altered how and where Americans go online, experts say
Much like what's been seen in the brick-and-mortar economy, the coronavirus pandemic is producing clear winners and losers online, according to an analysis of web traffic in the United States.
Google stops responding directly to data requests from Hong Kong government
Alphabet Inc.'s Google has said it will no longer provide data in response to requests from Hong Kong authorities following the enactment of a new national security law imposed by...
Mauritius oil spill: Are major incidents less frequent?
Oil slicks can lead to major environmental disasters but industry experts say regulations are now much tighter.
U.S. seizes millions in cryptocurrency from 3 terrorist groups
The Justice Department announced it has seized millions of dollars worth of cryptocurrency intended to finance the activities of al-Qaeda, the al-Qassam Brigades and the Islamic State.
Fortnite developer Epic Games sues Apple after removal of video game from App Store
Apple Inc. on Thursday removed popular video game Fortnite from its App Store for violating the company's in-app payment guidelines — prompting developer Epic Games to sue the iPhone maker, seeking...
Justice Department accuses Yale of discriminating against Asian, White applicants
The Justice Department on Thursday accused Yale University of discriminating against Asian and White applicants in its undergraduate admissions process.
A $400 unemployment extension is unlikely to arrive soon, if at all. What you need to know
President Trump's order for a $400 unemployment extension might end up being $300 -- if it arrives at all. Here's everything you need to know.
Biden calls on governors nationwide to issue mask mandates
Former Vice President Joe Biden on Thursday called for governors nationwide to mandate that Americans wear masks outside their homes for at least three months to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.
US EPA changes PFAS rule after signing
Top Democrat on Senate environment committee asks inspector general to investigate
L.A. County sues church for violating COVID-19 orders with indoor worship services
Earlier, Grace Community Church in Sun Valley filed suit against state and county officials, including Gov. Gavin Newsom and L.A. Mayor Eric Garcetti.
Charles Lieber pleads not guilty to charges of tax offenses and lying to investigators
Federal authorities allege Harvard nanoscientist didn't disclose a Chinese bank account or income he earned from Wuhan University of Technology in tax filings
Ontario education minister 'unlocks' $500M to improve distancing, ventilation for back-to-school
Ontario Education Minister Stephen Lecce also announced an additional $50 million for upgrades to ventilation systems and $18 million for online learning amid concerns over student safety during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Big dogs face more joint problems if neutered early
Heavier mixed-breed dogs have higher health risks if neutered or spayed early, according to a new study.
Navy acquisition chief says the branch needs COVID-19 relief funds to avoid cuts
The Navy will need to make cuts to procurement and modernization efforts if it doesn't get relief funding to cover acquisition costs related to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Navy...
Lady Gaga to perform at 2020 VMAs
Lady Gaga announced Thursday that she will perform a song from her new album "Chromatica" live at the MTV Video Music Awards on Aug. 30.
Team is researching at-home coronavirus testing, Garcetti says
A coalition of scientific experts, bioscience firms, government leaders and foundations is researching at-home coronavirus testing, L.A. mayor says.
Amazon cuts ties with several U.S. delivery contractors
Retailer Amazon has ended contracts with several small delivery companies in the United States, which resulted in more than 1,200 layoffs.
Watch: Minnesota woman dubbed world's fastest backward speller
A Minnesota woman's unusual talent made her a Guinness World Record holder when she spelled 56 words backward in 1 minute.
Man lets clerk choose lottery ticket, wins $500,000
A Michigan man said allowing a store clerk to choose his lottery ticket for him paid off when he scored a $500,000 jackpot.
U.S. Supreme Court rules Rhode Island residents can vote by mail without witnesses
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday ruled in favor of Rhode Island's decision to allow residents to vote by mail without witnesses observing them.
Pushing an electric Corvette to 212 mph isn’t easy without causing a meltdown
The 800-horsepower electric Genovation GXE costs $750,000. (Genovation /)Earlier this month, before the country knew who former Vice President Joe Biden’s running mate would be, the presumptive Democratic presidential nominee punningly tweeted about his...
Employers reject transgender people
Employers in Sweden more often reject job applications from transgender people—especially in male-dominated occupations. Moreover, transgender people face discrimination from two different grounds for discrimination. This is according to a...
Artificial intelligence recognizes deteriorating photoreceptors
A software based on artificial intelligence (AI) enables the precise assessment of the progression of geographic atrophy (GA), a disease of the light sensitive retina caused by age-related macular degeneration...
$400,000 security fence to be built around South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem's home
Officials in South Dakota say $400,000 will be spent to put a security fence around of Gov. Kristi Noem's mansion in the coming months, but the reason for the barrier...
Listen: Linkin Park shares 'She Couldn't' demo ahead of 'Hybrid Theory' reissue
Linkin Park shared "She Couldn't," an unreleased track from the 20th anniversary edition of its album "Hybrid Theory."
Dolly Parton to unwrap first holiday album in 30 years on Oct. 2
Dolly Parton said Tuesday her first holiday album in 30 years, 'A Holly Dolly Christmas,' will arrive on Oct. 2.
U.N. investigator ‘worried’ about defectors in South Korea
The United Nations' top official on North Korea human rights said he is considering filing a rights violation notification in connection with a South Korean decision to audit North Korean...