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Turning wastewater into a resource
A team of European researchers and engineers initiated the ULTIMATE project to turn wastewater into a resource. This initiative is co-financed by the European Commission and started in June 2020....
U.S. stocks rise in early trading on final day of 2nd quarter
A day after closing up nearly 600 points, blue chip U.S. stocks were largely flat to begin trading on Tuesday.
Watch: Kanye West references protests, COVID-19 in 'Wash Us in the Blood' video
Kanye West released on Tuesday a new music video for his song, "Wash Us in the Blood," featuring Travis Scott.
Watch live: Treasury, Fed chiefs give House update on U.S. economy
Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell testified Tuesday at a House hearing to assess the state of the U.S. economy amid the COVID-19 crisis.
Consumer confidence rises by double-digits in June
The consumer confidence index increased by double-digits in June, as states began reopening their economies after restrictions put in place to address the coronavirus pandemic.
Adventurous board games that take you to another world
Get board, not bored. (Christopher Paul High via Unsplash/)When work and real life responsibilities get to be overwhelming, the desire to just leave it all behind and set off on an adventure...
Chanterelle mushrooms as a taste enhancer
Chanterelles (Cantharellus cibarius) are one of the most popular mushrooms in Germany. Depending on the weather, chanterelle season starts in early July. Connoisseurs value the mushroom's delicate fruity aroma, which...
Racist cop shows and biased news fuel public fears of crime and love for the police
Earlier this month, President Donald Trump tweeted that defunding the police would "be good for Robbers & Rapists." Last week, after signing his tepid executive order on policing, he proffered...
'Ozark': Netflix renews series for fourth and final season
"Ozark," starring Jason Bateman, Laura Linney and Julia Garner, will return for a "supersized" two-part final season.
Sufjan Stevens announces new album for September, 'The Ascension'
Sufjan Stevens announced on Tuesday that he is set to release a new solo album, titled "The Ascension," on September 25.
EU to accept travelers from 15 nations; U.S. stays on blacklist
Travelers from the United States will still be denied entry in the European Union when the 27-member bloc reopens external borders on Wednesday, the alliance said.
The US’s flagship fighter jet simulator is now multiplayer
An F-35 lifts off from Nellis Air Force Base in 2019. (R. Nial Bradshaw / U.S. Air Force /)Pilots sometimes train in simulators—machines on the ground that do their best to mimic...
What primates can teach us about managing arguments during lockdown
The world may be reopening in some places, with people looking forward to pubs, restaurants and haircuts. Many of us will no doubt also be looking forward to some time...
Countries group into clusters as COVID-19 outbreak spreads
Mathematicians based in Australia and China have developed a method to analyze the large amount of data accumulated during the COVID-19 pandemic. The technique, described in the journal Chaos, can...
Shell expects $22 billion decline in asset value due to depressed oil prices
The coronavirus crisis is the primary factor in a forecast by energy giant Royal Dutch Shell that the value of assets will take a $22 billion hit for the quarter,...
La Liga slip leads to rift between Barcelona players, manager Setien
The relationship between FC Barcelona manager Quique Setien and his Spanish soccer squad has grown tense amid the team's slip from the top of the La Liga standings.
Putting the microscope on Pacific workers' scheme media coverage
A study of the Recognised Seasonal Employer (RSE) scheme has raised questions of how Pacific workers are portrayed in New Zealand regional media.
'Hamilton' original cast to reunite during virtual roundtable
"Hamilton In-Depth with Kelley Carter," featuring Lin-Manuel Miranda, Daveed Diggs, Renée Elise Goldsberry and more, will premiere Friday alongside the filmed version of "Hamilton" on Disney+.
Lenny Kravitz to release memoir 'Let Love Rule' on Oct. 6
Lenny Kravitz announced Tuesday that he will release a memoir titled "Let Love Rule" through publisher Henry Holt and Company on Oct. 6.
Huawei beats Samsung in global smartphone market
China's Huawei defeated Samsung Electronics in the global smartphone market in April and May, according to a research firm.
How small towns are responding to the global pandemic
Before the global pandemic hit, small towns across America were dealing with struggling economies, aging roads and bridges, and declining populations.
It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood... or is it?
Contrary to what many would think, characteristics of your neighborhood have little to do with how satisfied you are with it.
Alessia Cara, Shawn Mendes win big at 2020 Juno Awards
Alessia Cara and Shawn Mendes were among the big winners at the 2020 Juno Awards, which honors the best in Canadian music.
Wearable-tech glove translates sign language into speech in real time
UCLA bioengineers have designed a glove-like device that can translate American Sign Language into English speech in real time though a smartphone app. Their research is published in the journal Nature Electronics. “Our hope is...
Could your computer please be more polite? Thank you
In a tense time when a pandemic rages, politicians wrangle for votes and protesters demand racial justice, a little politeness and courtesy go a long way. Now researchers have developed...
Number of Australians facing housing stress doubles
The number of Australians who couldn't pay their rent or mortgage on time has more than doubled due to COVID-19, new data from The Australian National University (ANU) shows.
No. 1 basketball prospect Emoni Bates picks Michigan State
Emoni Bates -- the No. 1 boys high school basketball prospect in the class of 2022 -- has decided to attend Michigan State.
IRS, Treasury say tax filing deadline will stay at July 15
The Treasury Department and Internal Revenue Service say the tax filing deadline won't be extended beyond July 15.