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$70k for Zoom classes? Virus crisis leaves US students miffed
The cost of a university education in the United States has long been eye-watering, with a year costing tens of thousands of dollars.
Latest far-right tactic: Naming names, threatening people who report coronavirus lockdown violations
A far-right group has posted names, email addresses and phone numbers of thousands of people who reported suspected violations of Washington state's stay-at-home order.
How Florence Nightingale used mathematics to improve health care
Born 200 years ago on May 12, she's famous for her work in nursing, but was an accomplished medical statistician as well.
Famous birthdays for May 10: Bono, Helio Castroneves
Musician Bono turns 60 and race car driver Helio Castroneves turns 45, among the famous birthdays for May 10.
Justin Gaethje prevails at UFC 249 in what could be beginning of sports' slow return
Justin Gaethje pummels interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson, while bantamweight champion Henry Cejudo tops Dominick Cruz and then retires at 33.
As demand for food skyrockets due to coronavirus, food banks play catch-up
The need for food in L.A. County has reached record levels, putting food banks under pressure to deliver even while their normal supply chains are disrupted.
Tesla sues California county as Musk threatens to move operations
Tesla filed a lawsuit Saturday against Alameda County, Calif., and CEO Elon Musk threatened to move the company's headquarters and operations out of state.
Kennedy School grad will return to the South with a plan in hand
This is one in a series of profiles showcasing some of Harvard’s stellar graduates. Growing up in the small, blue-collar Mississippi town Pascagoula, Deeneaus Polk could not have predicted that his path would...
The impact of COVID-19 on Native American communities
This is part of our Coronavirus Update series in which Harvard specialists in epidemiology, infectious disease, economics, politics, and other disciplines offer insights into what the latest developments in the COVID-19 outbreak may...
L.A. County judges and other staff required to wear face masks in courts due to coronavirus
All L.A. County Superior Court bench officers will be required to wear face coverings while on the bench or in courthouse public areas, the court said.
Britain to launch 14-day quarantine for arriving travelers, airlines say
British airlines said they have been told the government is planning a 14-day quarantine for anyone arriving there from any country other Ireland.
Memo: Prior COVID-19 diagnosis 'permanently disqualifying' for U.S. military service
Military Entrance Processing Stations won't process individuals who have had COVID-19 for military service, even if they've fully recovered from the virus, the Pentagon confirmed this week.
New York plans to expand coronavirus testing for those hit hardest: minority and low-income communities
As states across the nation continue to reopen despite coronavirus cases climbing, the impacts on minority and low-income groups become more apparent.
N.Y. to expand COVID-19 testing in low-income, minority communities, Gov. Cuomo says
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Saturday the state plans to expand COVID-19 testing in low-income and minority communities.
Army solicits bids for wearable technology to detect COVID-19 in early stages
The Army is requesting bids for a $25 million contract for wearable sensors to detect early symptoms of COVID-19.
The industry behind prisons profits, even during the coronavirus outbreak
During the coronavirus crisis, inmates continue to work in American prisons, and businesses connected to the system reap profits.
New Jersey nursing home with overwhelmed morgue fined for violations
Federal health officials fined a New Jersey nursing home where last month authorities discovered 17 bodies piled in a small morgue.
Coronavirus: £2bn for 'once in a generation change' to transport
The money will be used to improve infrastructure for cycling and walking, Grant Shapps says.
HTC’s Vive Cosmos Elite headset gets you the VR you actually want—for a price
The square devices are beacons that you need to install in the corners of your room to improve tracking. (HTC/)The phrase “VR headset” can have quite a few meanings in the consumer...
China offers to help North Korea respond to coronavirus pandemic
China's President XI jinping offered Saturday to help North Korean leader Kim Jong Un respond to the coronavirus pandemic.
The role of European policy for improving power plant fuel efficiency
A new study published in the Journal of the Association of Environmental and Resource Economists investigates the impact of the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS), the largest international...
What works to flatten the curve and what science says on easing restrictions
As provinces move to loosen their coronavirus pandemic lockdowns, a new Canadian study analyzing what's worked elsewhere could guide the easing of restrictions.
Riverside County officials vote to rescind all local coronavirus public health orders
After nearly seven hours of debate, Riverside County officials voted unanimously late Friday to rescind all of the county's stay-at-home orders that go beyond the governor's restrictions.
'Shoeless' Joe Jackson baseball card from 1910 sells for $492K at auction
A "Shoeless" Joe Jackson baseball card from 1910 sold at auction for $492,000 this week.
Facebook and YouTube race to squash viral video full of coronavirus lies
The "Plandemic" video was the latest breakout hit from the coronavirus conspiracy theory industry. Social media companies are scrambling to ban it from their platforms.
Panthers' Derrick Brown to become first 2020 Round 1 pick to sign rookie deal
Former Auburn defensive tackle Derrick Brown agreed to his rookie contract with the Carolina Panthers on Friday.
The role of European policy for improving power plant fuel efficiency
A new study investigates the impact of the European Union Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS), the largest international cap-and-trade system for greenhouse gas emissions in the world, on power plant...
Newsom warns defiant counties they could lose coronavirus cash for reopening early
Gov. Gavin Newsom's administration sent letters to Modoc, Sutter and Yuba counties warning that the areas could be ineligible for disaster funding unless they adhere to the state's coronavirus reopening...