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MTV cuts ties with Taylor Selfridge over past racist tweets
MTV ended its relationship with Taylor Selfridge and pulled her "Teen Mom OG at Home: Cory & Taylor's Baby Special" with Cory Wharton.
Tuesday primaries: Georgia races head for runoff; Nevada counting
Election officials in Georgia said Wednesday several primary nominating contests are headed to runoffs, after a late night of voting and problems at polling places in the state.
India buoyed by jump in rare Asiatic lion numbers
The population of rare Asiatic lions in India has jumped by nearly a third in the past five years to almost 700, an official survey said, with Prime Minister Narendra...
LeBron James rookie card auctioned for $50,000 more than 2016 sale
A LeBron James rookie card stunned observers by selling online for $57,100 -- nearly $50,000 more than it sold for just four years earlier.
New Hampshire rapper's poetry book sets world record for alliteration
A New Hampshire rapper set a record for the world's longest alliteration when he published a book of poetry that features 340 alliterative words.
Stanford researchers develop a way to measure economic health that accounts for nature
The way we measure economic health is flawed, according to new research from the Stanford-based Natural Capital Project. When we talk about a country’s economic prosperity, we’re almost always referring to...
Ford and Volkswagen finalize plan for electric, self-driving projects
Ford Motor Company and Volkswagen AG said Wednesday they signed an agreement to collaborate on numerous projects, including development of electric cars, self-driving technology and new commercial vehicles.
Consumer Price Index fell for 3rd month in a row in May
The U.S. Consumer Price Index, the gauge that measures change in the costs of goods and services, fell for the third month in a row in May.
Study of 62 countries finds people react similarly to everyday situations
A new study asserts the world population may have much more in common than it has differences. The researchers' finding: 'The difference among countries is smaller than expected; and the...
World's first spherical artificial eye has 3D retina
Scientists have developed the world's first 3D artificial eye with capabilities better than existing bionic eyes and in some cases, even exceed those of the human eyes, bringing vision to...
Paul Rochester, ex-Jets defender, Super Bowl champ, dies at 81
Former New York Jets defensive lineman Paul Rochester -- who helped the franchise win its lone Super Bowl appearance in 1969 -- has died. He was 81.
After list of problems, at least 5 Georgia primary races headed for runoff
Election officials in Georgia are still trying to determine some winners of Tuesday's primary after voting went late into the night and problems made polling difficult.
Bravo stars applaud 'Vanderpump Rules' firings
NeNe Leakes, Porsha Williams, Kenya Moore and Gizelle Bryant reacted after Stassi Schroeder, Kristen Doute, Max Boyens and Brett Caprioni were fired for past racist actions.
Great tasting K-cups for your morning cup of coffee
A convenient and compostable way to caffeinate. (Farhan Khan via Unsplash/)Keurig machines are hard to beat in terms of convenience, but can you get truly exquisite coffee from a pod? Yes. Specialty coffee...
Chinese hospitals to tighten security after violent attacks
Beijing city authorities are requiring tighter security checks at hospitals starting July 1 in response to fatal attacks against hospital staff, according to Chinese state media.
New remote voting risks and solutions identified
The upcoming presidential election in the middle of a pandemic has jurisdictions exploring new technologies. They're not secure.
Lizard legacy sheds new light on web of life
A special issue of Austral Ecology this month is celebrating the legacy of an internationally renowned South Australian ecologist, whose work inspired a new generation of scientists and launched a...
Moves are afoot in Africa to keep more women in science careers
Women scientists have a vital part to play in scientific leadership and in contributing to Africa's development and transformation. But they remain substantially under-represented in higher education and in science,...
Jimmy Buffett to make Grand Ole Opry debut June 27
Jimmy Buffett will perform alongside Brad Paisley and Mac McAnally during the 4,930th broadcast of the Saturday Night Grand Old Opry Show.
This video production kit is perfect for filming your own cooking show
Bring your cooking to the small screen. (Sander Dalhuisen via Unsplash/)You’ve spent your time during lockdown improving your cooking game, and now, having mastered your stove, oven, and mixer, it’s time to put...
Institute for Economics and Peace: Lower oil prices threaten U.S. shale industry
The U.S. shale oil industry could be on shaky ground due to turmoil in energy prices brought on partly by the coronavirus pandemic, analysts said Wednesday.
'Sick until proven healthy': how COVID-19 pandemic changes global security
COVID-19 has changed the international security paradigm.
Economics professor: Coronavirus destroys jobs and worsens inequality, with or without full lockdown
Coronavirus plunged the world into the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression. Many governments are trying to revitalize their economies by gradually lifting lockdown measures, including the UK.
U.S. mortgage applications increase for 8th straight week
The number of Americans applying for home mortgages has risen for the eighth straight week, according to new figures Wednesday.
Why tax refunds are taking so long to arrive
The COVID-19 pandemic sent IRS workers home during the busy tax season. Also: the hazards of reverse mortgages and early Roth IRA withdrawals.
Flexible work beyond the pandemic
Flexible work has always been a drawcard for employees, but while managers have typically been reluctant to embrace flexible work arrangements, University of South Australia researchers warn that the topic...
Editorial: The 1980s crack epidemic was a fork in the road. America chose racism and prisons over public health
America responded to the 1980s crack epidemic with police and prisons instead of public health. Now look where we are.
OECD outlook projects worst global recession in almost 100 years
The economic fallout of the coronavirus could cause the world's gross domestic product to sink 7.6 percent this year, an international economic organization warned Wednesday.