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High-profile Twitter accounts hacked in cryptocurrency scam

6 years ago from CBSNews - Science

There appears to be a major security breach at Twitter involving several major companies and public figures. The accounts have been hacked in a scam that promises big returns on...

Nancy Pelosi calls on President Donald Trump to implement the Defense Production Act

6 years ago from UPI

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Wednesday said Donald Trump should implement the Defense Production Act to increase the production of testing supplies and personal protective equipment.

Watch: Yankees' Aaron Judge returns from stiff neck, belts homer in intrasquad game

6 years ago from UPI

After missing three straight intrasquad games because of a stiff neck, New York Yankees star outfielder Aaron Judge returned to action Wednesday and blasted a towering home run to center...

Biden, Obama, tech moguls' Twitter accounts hacked in apparent bitcoin scam

6 years ago from CBC: Technology & Science

Con artists on Wednesday apparently hacked into the Twitter accounts of politicians, technology moguls and major companies in an apparent bitcoin scam.

Coronavirus testing hits snags in Inland Empire

6 years ago from LA Times - Health

Coronavirus screening snags: Riverside County is facing delays linked to national testing labs, and San Bernardino County has a shortage of supplies.

Trump weakens environmental law to speed up infrastructure projects

The president hails the changes as "historic", but critics say they are designed to avoid scrutiny.

Britain buys General Atomics' Protector drone in $81M deal

6 years ago from UPI

San Diego-based General Atomics will build three Protector drones for Britain in an $81 million deal, the British Ministry of Defense announced on Wednesday.

Europe fines chemical makers for colluding on ethylene prices

6 years ago from C&EN

Three buyers-Celanese, Clariant, and Orbia-must pay a total of $293 million

Urban bees: Pollinator diversity and plant interactions in city green spaces

6 years ago from Science Daily

With the right mix of plants, urban green spaces can be a rich habitat to support diverse pollinators, according to a new study.

Column: Amid pandemic and peak unemployment, Trump still pushing Medicaid work requirement

6 years ago from LA Times - Health

President Trump ignores the COVID-19 pandemic and record unemployment to push work requirements for Medicaid recipients.

Trump signals continued fight against tax returns subpoena in NYC

6 years ago from UPI

Lawyers for President Donald Trump told a federal judge that they intend to continue to fight a New York grand jury subpoena seeking his tax returns less than a week...

Apple acquires distribution rights for Justin Timberlake vehicle 'Palmer'

6 years ago from UPI

Apple announced "Palmer," a drama starring Justin Timberlake and directed by Fisher Stevens, is the latest movie to be added to the company's slate of original films.

Orange County opens new COVID-19 testing sites, but appointments are hard to get

6 years ago from LA Times - Health

Demand is already outpacing availability at facilities in Irvine and Anaheim.

California state worker celebrates 77 years of service, 100 years of life

6 years ago from UPI

A California state worker is celebrating her 77th year as a Department of General Services financial analyst -- and her 100th birthday.

Move over, Siri! Researchers develop improv-based Chatbot

6 years ago from Science Daily

Computer scientists have incorporated improv dialogues into chatbots to produce more grounded and engaging interactions.

Huawei doesn't need the West to become major player in 5G, says security expert

6 years ago from CBC: Technology & Science

The United Kingdom has joined other Western countries in banning Chinese tech giant Huawei from participating in its 5G network, but one journalist says the company can become powerful without...

'Avengers' video game to release playable beta in August

6 years ago from UPI

Publisher Square Enix announced on Tuesday that a playable beta for its upcoming "Avengers" video game will be released in August.

Watch: GFriend shares 'Apple' dance practice video

6 years ago from UPI

K-pop stars GFriend shared a behind-the-scenes look at a rehearsal for their "Apple" music video.

The 2021 Rose Parade is canceled. Blame the coronavirus

6 years ago from LA Times - Health

The 2021 Rose Parade is canceled, but parade officials are looking to find a new way to celebrate during the pandemic.

Urban bees: pollinator diversity and plant interactions in city green spaces

6 years ago from Physorg

With the right mix of plants, urban green spaces can be a rich habitat to support diverse pollinators, according to a study published July 15, 2020 in the open-access journal...

'Muppets Now': Disney+ shares video call teaser for new series

6 years ago from UPI

"Muppets Now," an improv comedy series featuring the Muppets, will premiere July 31 on Disney+.

Indispensable classical music for newbies and aficionados alike

6 years ago from LA Times - Health

Coronavirus may have silenced our symphony halls, taking away the essential communal experience of the concert as we know it. But The Times invites you to join us on a...

TDSB needs millions to ensure safe return to school in fall, says one scenario includes cutting French

6 years ago from CBC: Health

The Toronto District School Board says it is preparing for new possibilities when school returns in September that may include no French classes, shortened school days and a price tag that...

U.S. blames roadside bombs in Libya on Russian-backed mercenaries

6 years ago from UPI

Russian-backed mercenaries planted roadside bombs in Libyan cities despite a ceasefire, U.S. Africa Command said on Wednesday ,citing photographic evidence.

Cannes Film Festival announce 2020 Cannes Classics roster

6 years ago from UPI

The Cannes Film Festival announced on Wednesday the lineup for the 17th annual Cannes Classics program which showcases restored, classic films and documentaries.

Climate Change Solutions Fund bets on next generation

6 years ago from Harvard Science

An octet of grants awarded just weeks before the COVID-19 crisis closed Harvard’s gates are beginning to show the fruits of the research for which they paid. The projects, which leverage the unique...

Cardi B wins big at ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards

6 years ago from UPI

Cardi B was a big winner at the 2020 ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Awards, taking home Songwriter of the Year for the second year in a row.

Geoengineering's benefits limited for apple crops in India

6 years ago from Physorg

Geoengineering—spraying sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere to combat global warming—would only temporarily and partially benefit apple production in northern India, according to a Rutgers co-authored study.