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Famous birthdays for June 22: Kris Kristofferson, Cyndi Lauper
Singer/actor Kris Kristofferson turns 84 and singer Cyndi Lauper turns 67, among the famous birthdays for June 22.
Apple's Tim Cook on a "giant leap" in social progress
Tim Cook has been the CEO of Apple for nearly a decade now, and still carries on an Apple tradition: their Worldwide Developers Conference, which starts tomorrow (though in an...
Host your own Olympics with these five yard games
Kubb is a little like bowling and a little like horseshoes. (Jarren Vink/)KubbArrange the rubberwood pieces from the Kubb Empire standard size set into two rows, 26 feet apart. Players hurl six batons...
Mayor of Nevada City in Northern California lashes out at face coverings rule
In a Facebook post Saturday, the mayor of a Northern California city lashed out at Gov. Gavin Newsom's order requiring face coverings. Other places are saying they don't have resources...
Florida to increase inspections of businesses as coronavirus cases surge
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis pledged increase inspections of businesses such as bars, restaurants and hair salons as the state reported more than 4,000 new COVID-19 cases on Sunday.
Metro adjusts bus service to promote social distancing
Changes in Los Angeles MTA's bus service to promote social distancing amid the coronavirus pandemic are taking effect Sunday.
2020 EPA Green Chemistry Challenge Awards given virtually
4 companies and an academic scientist recognized for work to make chemicals and their syntheses more environmentally friendly
How a historic drought led to higher power costs and emissions
Researchers studied the impact of a historic drought in California on economic and environmental impacts for electric power systems.
A lifeline for working parents, L.A. County day camps struggle to adapt to new rules
At day camps, masks will be everywhere. Shared snacks will be banned. There will be no field trips, no clap games, no capture the flag. And many camps won't open...
'Please come back': Out of coronavirus lockdown, Europe begs tourists to return
Foreign visitors are vital to many European economies, which are clamoring — and competing — for tourists to return as coronavirus lockdowns ease.
Cole Hauser: Fascinating characters, gorgeous vistas captivate ‘Yellowstone’ fans
"Yellowstone" star Cole Hauser credits the success of Paramount Network's contemporary western to excellent writing, a compelling story, well-rounded characters and a beautiful backdrop.
Police used cellphone data to find Idaho children's remains
Police used cellphone data to track the locations of two children found buried on their stepfather's property in eastern Idaho earlier this month, according to court records released Friday.
Final day of Royal Ascot belongs to Frankie Dettori with three wins, a title
Frankie Dettori won three races on the final day of Royal Ascot 2020, tying his idol, Pat Eddery, on the all-times wins list and landing the only Group 1 he...
Belmont Stakes runs without fans
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the 152nd running of the Belmont Stakes was rescheduled for June 20, 2020. The horse race was held in Elmont, N.Y., Saturday without attendees or...
Trump holds first campaign rally in Tulsa since start of pandemic
Thousands gathered in Tulsa, Okla., for President Donald Trump's first campaign rally since the start of the coronavirus pandemic. The event took place June 20, 2020, at the BOK Center.
Federal judge declines to block release of John Bolton book
A federal judge on Saturday denied the Justice Department's request to block the publication of former national security adviser John Bolton's upcoming book on his time in the White House.
Brazil hits 1 million coronavirus cases
Brazil reported more than 54,000 new COVID-19 cases in the past 24 hours, bringing the total number of cases in the country to more than 1 million Saturday.
Beyonce releases new song 'Black Parade'
Pop music icon Beyonce has released online a new song called "Black Parade."
Better internet could be a simple router upgrade away
It's highly likely this looks a lot better than the one you got from your internet service provider. (Eero/)When you sign up with an internet service provider, you get a router to...
Oklahoma Supreme Court declines to enforce precautions at Tulsa rally
Oklahoma's Supreme Court denied a request to require organizers at a President Donald Trump rally to enforce certain coronavirus mitigation guidelines, giving Saturday's event the all-clear to proceed as planned.
On This Day, June 20: Germany votes to move capital to Berlin
On June 20, 1991, the German Parliament voted to move its capital from Bonn to Berlin.
Famous birthdays for June 20: Lionel Richie, Christopher Mintz-Plasse
Actor Tika Sumpter turns 40 and actor John Goodman turns 68, among the famous birthdays for June 20.
Look: Alaska National Guard uses helicopter to move 'Into the Wild' bus
The Alaska National Guard used a helicopter to relocate the iconic "Into the Wild" bus due to the "hazard" it presents to tourists seeking to find the remote vehicle.
Trump says he'll push forward with plans to end DACA
President Donald Trump said Friday he plans to continue his effort to dismantle the Deferred Actions for Childhood Arrivals program one day after the Supreme Court blocked his attempts to...
Tulsa, Okla., prepares for Trump visit, protests with health precautions, closures
As President Donald Trump readies for his first rally since the coronavirus pandemic shut down large, public gatherings, the city of Tulsa, Okla., is preparing for the health implications of...
These sudoku puzzles only use 1s and 0s. Can you crack them?
Can you solve this pair of puzzles? (PopSci/)We know you are bored at home right now—we are too. Here are some puzzles and brainteasers to challenge your family and friends...
WHO reports largest single-day total of coronavirus cases -- 150K
The number of new coronavirus cases reported worldwide hit about 150,000 on Thursday, the largest single-day total since the start of the pandemic, the World Health Organization said Friday.
House Majority Whip James Clyburn shares the value of communication
House Majority Whip James Clyburn, the highest-ranking African American in Congress, brought a unique perspective to Harvard for Juneteenth. Speaking with Kennedy School Professor Cornell Brooks via Zoom on Thursday evening, Clyburn said...