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​How did CIA head get hacked? Easier than you think

6 years ago from CBSNews - Science

By hacker's own account, it came down not to technological prowess, but a clever trick played on an AOL customer service rep

U.S. homebuilder confidence up slightly in May following record plunge

6 years ago from UPI

Homebuilder confidence in the U.S. housing market has rebounded somewhat following a record one-month plunge in April, according to an industry survey released Monday.

Look: 'The Politician' S2 returns June 19, Ben Platt, Bette Midler pose in poster

6 years ago from UPI

"The Politician" Season 2 will arrive on Netflix on June 19, the streaming service announced on Monday.

Excellent tennis bags for beginners and experts alike

6 years ago from PopSci

A place for all your things. (Prashant Gurung via Unsplash/)When it comes to getting your equipment from your home to the court and back again safely, there’s no adequate alternative to a...

Economic benefits of illegal immigration outweigh the costs, study shows

6 years ago from Physorg

The economic benefits of illegal immigration are greater than the costs of the public services utilized, according to an expert at Rice University's Baker Institute of Public Policy.

Churches in Oceanside and Chula Vista hold in-person services despite public health orders

6 years ago from LA Times - Health

The number of local coronavirus cases reached 5,836 in San Diego County, on a weekend when protesters again demanded leaders lift public health orders.

Watch: Man dons 10 T-shirts to win Guinness challenge, set world record

6 years ago from UPI

In Idaho man set a new world record as the winner of a Guinness World Records weekly challenge by putting on 10 T-shirts only 15.61 seconds.

Dow soars in early trading Monday after promising vaccine report

6 years ago from UPI

The Dow Jones Industrial average soared after the opening bell on Monday, climbing several hundred points due partly to positive news about a potential coronavirus vaccine.

How can the global aviation industry chart its way out of COVID-19?

6 years ago from Physorg

The travel and commercial airline industry has suffered considerable damage as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Ryanair to cut pay, as many as 3,000 jobs due to travel slowdown

6 years ago from UPI

Ireland-based Ryanair said Monday it may end up cutting thousands of jobs due to economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic.

Developing economies hardest hit by pandemic downturn

6 years ago from Physorg

Along with a global health pandemic, many countries are also facing an economic recession unlike any seen in decades.

Apple reopens more than two dozen stores in 6 states

6 years ago from UPI

After being closed for business for weeks, more than two dozen Apple stores in the United States were scheduled to reopen Monday.

Chargers considered addition of Cam Newton

6 years ago from UPI

The Los Angeles Chargers considered signing Cam Newton this off-season before they picked former Oregon quarterback Justin Herbert in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft.

Uber now requires all riders, drivers to wear face coverings

6 years ago from UPI

Beginning Monday, ride-sharing giant Uber will require all drivers and riders to wear face coverings as more governments start to lift coronavirus restrictions for businesses.

Alums offer Class of 2020 advice on career in community service

6 years ago from Harvard Science

Jose Cerda III ’88, Koma Gandy Fischbein ’95, and Theresa Reno-Weber, M.P.P. ’08, have followed different paths since graduating, but they have one important thing in common: the drive to give back to...

Japan's economy slips into recession amid pandemic

6 years ago from UPI

Japan has slipped into a recession as its economy sank for a second straight quarter, officials said Monday, making it the strongest economy to see its productivity greatly decline amid...

Ghani, Abdullah sign Afghan power-sharing deal ending political turmoil

6 years ago from UPI

Afghanistan's President Ashraf Ghani and his political rival Abdullah Abdullah signed a power-sharing agreement, ending months of political confusion that has hampered the Kabul government.

To balance California's budget, state will stick it to its most vulnerable citizens

6 years ago from LA Times - Health

1.2 million Californians who are aged, blind or disabled and clinging to government benefits — take a hit in Governor Gavin Newsom's revised state budget.

Siberian Husky Nick named Best in Show at the 'Beverly Hills Dog Show'

6 years ago from UPI

Nick, a Siberian Husky, was crowned the winner of the "Beverly Hills Dog Show," which was taped in February and aired on NBC Sunday night.

Kevin Harvick earns 50th career win as NASCAR season resumes at Darlington

6 years ago from UPI

Kevin Harvick edged Alex Bowman to win The Real Heroes 400 on Sunday at Darlington Raceway in NASCAR's first race back following a 10-week layoff due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Just Sam wins 'American Idol' Season 3 on ABC

6 years ago from UPI

Just Sam was crowned the Season 3 winner of "American Idol" on ABC Sunday night.

Periodic Graphics: The science of exercise

6 years ago from C&EN

Chemical educator and Compound Interest blogger Andy Brunning explores the chemicals at work when we work out.

Medical companies rush to develop accurate coronavirus test kits

6 years ago from CBSNews - Science

Medical companies are trying to develop coronavirus test kits that can be used at home. But creating a quick, affordable and accurate test is proving to be a challenge. Imtiaz...

Coronavirus concerns encourage use of digital payments

6 years ago from CBSNews - Science

In the U.S., mobile payments have spiked dramatically since the coronavirus outbreak. The U.K. saw ATM withdrawals drop 60%, according to the BBC while many businesses all over the world...

New Hampshire: Latest updates on coronavirus

6 years ago from Live Science

Here's a look at the number of coronavirus cases in New Hampshire and the latest news on the COVID-19 outbreak.

Obama criticizes coronavirus response, gives advice to college graduates

6 years ago from UPI

Former President Barack Obama criticized the Trumps administration's handling of the coronavirus pandemic, saying "folks in charge don't always know what they're doing," during two virtual commencements.

Look: Kaia Gerber shares photo of arm in cast after 'little accident'

6 years ago from UPI

Model Kaia Gerber posted a photo of her wearing a bikini and a full-arm cast this weekend.

'It's still kind of weird': L.A. area businesses say reopening with limits has challenges

6 years ago from LA Times - Health

Los Angeles area businesses this weekend began to figure out the new normal while reopening amid the coronavirus. Here is a snapshot of how it went.