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Libya's GNA takes full control of Tripoli
Forces supporting Libya's United Nations-backed government said Thursday they have driven out the remaining fighters loyal to rebel army commander Khalifa Haftar from Tripoli.
Prosecutors seek arrest warrant for Samsung chief Lee Jae-yong
Prosecutors sought an arrest warrant Thursday against Samsung Electronics Vice Chairman Lee Jae-yong in relation to the 2015 merger of two Samsung units.
Fighting for disabled workers rights amid pandemic
This is one in a series of profiles showcasing some of Harvard’s stellar graduates. Ariella Barker, M.C./M.P.A. ’20, has spent her life taking on the workplace challenges faced by people with disabilities. As...
Library’s steps toward restarting access to physical collections
Harvard’s libraries have provided access to extensive digital collections and services for decades, but the remarkable tangible collections they’ve built over centuries have been behind closed doors since March. Now, as Harvard plans...
Harvard museums tackle database updates, improvements
In the days since the pandemic sent Harvard’s museums online, many have been sharing their offerings with the public through virtual tours, talks, and gallery displays. But behind the scenes, staff members across...
Grad advocates for people with disabilities and their families
This is one in a series of profiles showcasing some of Harvard’s stellar graduates. A lot of what Nathan Grant did while at Harvard — and plans to do now — circles...
Scientists tap the world's most powerful computers in the race to understand and stop the coronavirus
In "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" by Douglas Adams, the haughty supercomputer Deep Thought is asked whether he can find the answer to the ultimate question concerning life, the...
Hong Kong legislature outlaws slander of Chinese national anthem
Hong Kong's Legislative Council passed a law Thursday that criminalizes insulting the Chinese national anthem, "March of the Volunteers," with a fine of up to $6,450 or a three-year jail...
FC Dallas shuts down soccer training after postive COVID-19 test
The return of the Major League Soccer season hit a roadblock after FC Dallas suspended its training sessions after one of their players tested positive for the coronavirus.
South Korean man's fall at department store ruled a suicide
A South Korean man died by suicide on Thursday in the central city of Daegu, according to local press reports.
Labor Dept.: 1.9M more Americans have filed for unemployment
The Labor Department said in its weekly report Thursday another 1.9 million American workers have filed for unemployment, which is slightly more than most analysts expected.
Could manufacturing aid Australia's economic recovery?
Following a federal government call for the reignition of domestic industrial activity, University of Sydney experts comment on the role of advanced manufacturing and boosting the digital workforce in Australia's...
Grad advocates for people with disabilities and their families
This is one in a series of profiles showcasing some of Harvard’s stellar graduates. A lot of what Nathan Grant did while at Harvard — and plans to do now — circles...
Putting the customer first is no longer the best marketing strategy
Businesses that want to thrive in the 21st century need to throw out the old marketing playbook that puts the customer first, according to new research from the McCombs School...
OHCHR: Philippines gov't has committed repeated human rights violations
A United Nations report Thursday said the Philippines government has engaged in widespread human rights violations in the name of national security and drug trafficking.
Small see-through container improves plant micrografting
A type of plant grafting that requires a tremendous amount of precision and skill has now been made faster and easier thanks to a simple transparent container. Researchers at Nagoya...
South Korea man’s fall at department store ruled a suicide
A South Korean man died by suicide on Thursday in the central city of Daegu, according to local press reports.
South Korea protesters clashing at comfort women site, report says
Tensions are rising between protesters at a weekly rally outside the Japanese Embassy in Seoul, according to a local press report.
3 men in Georgia court Thursday to face charges in Ahmaud Arbery killing
Three men charged in the killing of Ahmaud Arbery will appear in court in Georgia for a preliminary hearing on Thursday.
Garcetti: LAPD budget to be cut by $150M to fund programs in black communities
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti announced that up to $150 million will be cut from the L.A. Police Department as part of relocating some $250 million from the city's budget...
Famous birthdays for June 4: Angelina Jolie, Scott Wolf
Actor Angelina Jolie turns 45 and actor Scott Wolf turns 52, among the famous birthdays for June 4.
On This Day, June 4: Evacuation of Dunkirk completed
On June 4, 1940, the World War II evacuation of Dunkirk, France, was completed.
Wuhan tests 10 million people for coronavirus, finds 300 asymptomatic cases
The Chinese city of Wuhan, where the coronavirus was first detected late last year, has tested nearly 10 million people in an unprecedented 19-day campaign to check an entire city.
Trump administration blacklists 7 Cuban companies, jeopardizing U.S. remittances
The Trump administration on Wednesday blacklisted seven Cuban companies including the financial institution that handles U.S. remittances to the communist nation.
Stanford to alter academic calendar, offer mix of online and in-person instruction next year
Stanford University will reopen to students and teachers in the fall with an earlier start date, less student housing and continuing online education.
OMB nominee Russell Vought faces opposition from Democrats in confirmation hearing
Senate Democrats grilled Russell Vought, President Donald Trump's pick to permanently lead the White House's Office of Management and Budget during a confirmation hearing on Wednesday.
Barack Obama calls for local leaders to review police use-of-force policies
Former President Barack Obama called for local leaders on Wednesday to review their police use-of-force policies and pursue a series of other law enforcement reforms.
Senate passes fix to COVID-19 payroll loan program after businesses complain about changing rules
Paycheck Protection Program recipients say the Treasury Department shouldn't be able to change the rules after loans were made.