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Wandering cows stampede through streets of Welsh town
A wandering herd of cows -- one with a plastic chair stuck over its head -- paraded into a Welsh town and ended up stampeding through the streets.
Yosemite may reopen in June, with half the number of visitors, ticketed entry
Lodgings and some campgrounds would reopen under a draft plan that still requires approval from the state and the feds.
Australian man credits trip to the dentist with lottery win
An Australian man said a trip to the dentist to get a tooth pulled went from painful to lucky when he scored a lottery jackpot worth more than $650,000.
The future is knocking: Global food production to be transformed using new technology
The world's growing population will necessitate a 30-70% increase in food production over the next 3 decades. If we are to succeed, it will require a complete overhaul of the...
Tracking the tinderbox: Stanford scientists map wildfire fuel moisture across western US
Researchers have developed a deep-learning model that maps fuel moisture levels in fine detail across 12 western states, opening a door for better fire predictions.
Transportation policymaking in Chinese cities
In recent decades, urban populations in China’s cities have grown substantially, and rising incomes have led to a rapid expansion of car ownership. Indeed, China is now the world’s largest market for automobiles....
Is California ready for the "big one"?
Scientists are warning people in all of California to be ready when the long-dreaded "big one" strikes. The state is spending more than $16 million to install thousands of quake-detecting...
Facebook uses AI to protect minors from messenger scams
Facebook unveiled Thursday an AI-powered messenger to protect minors from scams and unwanted contacts.
TSA seeks to limit passenger, screener interaction with new procedures
The Transportation Security Administration announced new guidelines Thursday to limit the amount of contact passengers must have with screeners as more people return to the skies during the coronavirus pandemic.
Jumping rope is an unbeatable cardio workout—if you do it correctly
It's challenging. (Photo by dylan nolte on Unsplash/)Jump ropes are more complex than you may realize. They range from the classic, nostalgia-inducing beaded ropes of playgrounds, to speed ropes equipped with a light,...
Colombia warlord's son tapped to lead victims' program, sparking outrage
The Colombian government this week named the son of one of the country's most notorious warlords to run a program meant for victims of its long-running civil war.
40 of California's 58 counties get OK for more robust reopening
Ventura and San Diego counties are among the latest to get state approval to push through Phase 2. Orange County hasn't been given the green light yet, and L.A. County...
'13 Reasons Why': Netflix teases 'wild ride' with Season 4 posters
"13 Reasons Why," starring Dylan Minnette, Alisha Boe, Brandon Flynn and Ross Butler, will return for a fourth and final season June 5.
Should you fix that yourself? How to handle home repair during the pandemic
Will bringing in a handyman put your safety at risk? Industry experts weigh in on how to handle home repair during coronavirus stay-at-home orders.
Doorknobs, trash cans, gas pumps: Citizen scientists search for coronavirus on everyday surfaces
The research effort aims to paint a picture of how the virus moves through our world.
How a debunked COVID-19 video kept spreading after Facebook and YouTube took it down
Although social media giants such as Facebook and YouTube have largely removed a debunked documentary about the COVID-19 pandemic from their platforms, copies and variations of the video are still up on alternative...
Katy Perry, Mariah Carey join 'GMA' Summer Concert Series
Katy Perry, Mariah Carey, John Legend and more have joined the lineup for "Good Morning America's" Summer Concert Series.
U.S. stocks rise early Thursday before falling flat
U.S. stocks gained ground after the opening bell on Wall Street Thursday before turning around and hovering flat by early afternoon.
U.S. home sales see greatest decline since 2010, figures show
Sales of existing U.S. homes declined by nearly 18 percent last month due partly to COVID-19 restrictions in most areas of the United States, an industry report said Thursday.
First ancient cultivated rice discovered in Central Asia
Rice has always been the most important food in Asia and the world. About half of the population on earth use rice as their main food source. The origin, spread,...
Carly Rae Jepsen releases surprise album, 'Dedicated Side B'
Carly Rae Jepsen released on Thursday a surprise new album, titled "Dedicated Side B."
British PM Boris Johnson won't face inquiry over ties to Jennifer Arcuri
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson won't face a police inquiry for misconduct related to dealings with an American businesswoman while he was mayor of London, officials said Thursday.
1 injured in shooting at Texas Navy base
A member of the Naval Security Forces was injured in a shooting Thursday at a U.S. Navy base in southeastern Texas, military authorities said.
'Smash' musical, based on NBC series, coming to Broadway
A musical based on former NBC series "Smash" is being developed for Broadway.
Pence talks Trump's plan to revive human exploration in space
The celebrations of Apollo 11's historic feat are happening all across America. In Florida, Vice President Mike Pence attended a ceremony at the Kennedy Space center. Major Garret sat down...
D.C. attorney brings passion for environment to Harvard Extension
This is one in a series of profiles showcasing some of Harvard’s stellar graduates. Pragmatic, socially conscious, and deeply curious about the world around him, Bradley Ashton Thomas is forever seeking ways to...
MTV announces virtual 'Teen Wolf' reunion for June 5
MTV announced on Thursday that a virtual "Teen Wolf" reunion, featuring the cast and creator of the television series, will take place on June 5.
After the bushfires, we helped choose the animals and plants in most need. Here's how we did it
No other event in our lifetimes has brought such sudden, drastic loss to Australia's biodiversity as the last bushfire season. Governments, researchers and conservationists have committed to the long road...