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Familial incarceration negatively impacts mental health for African American women
More than half of all African American women in the United States report having at least one family member who is incarcerated, causing higher levels of depressive symptoms and psychological...
Kenosha mayor lifts curfew, citing nights of relative peace
More than a week after protests in the Wisconsin city of Kenosha erupted following the police shooting of Jacob Blake, officials have ended a state of emergency curfew, citing several...
Dwayne Johnson announces he and his family are recovering from COVID-19
Dwayne Johnson said Wednesday that he, his wife, Lauren Hashian, and his two daughters are "on the mend" after testing positive for COVID-19 about three weeks ago.
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson and his family tested positive for the coronavirus
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson shared some unfortunate news on his home front: He and his family tested positive for the coronavirus.
Mets Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver, 75, dies of dementia, COVID-19
Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver, who helped guide the New York Mets to a World Series title in 1969, has died at age 75.
Hall of Fame pitcher, Mets legend Tom Seaver dies at 75
Hall of Fame pitcher Tom Seaver, who helped guide the New York Mets to a World Series title in 1969, has died at age 75.
For vulnerable families, the pandemic's effect on mental health is swift and harsh
In just a few months, the COVID-19 pandemic swiftly and substantially worsened mental health among US hourly service workers and their children -- especially those experiencing multiple hardships, according to...
The science behind how an aircraft glides
Today, gliding is so commonplace, we don't think to ask when we see a plane or a helicopter doing it. (Carlo Giambarresi/)This story originally featured on Flying Magazine.I was quite young when...
Column: I thought the Apocalypse would involve fewer Zoom meetings and more lava. Lessons of 2020
The good news: Plague, fire, political corruption and social media are not the four horsemen of the Apocalypse. The bad news: There's no heavenly or magical fix for all our...
How screen time and green time may affect youth psychological outcomes
Less screen time and more green time are associated with better psychological outcomes among children and adolescents, according to a new study.
Gamifying interventions may improve mental health
A new randomized control trial has found that turning mobile mental health intervention into a smartphone game can potentially improve well-being. The five-week study shows that gamifying the content of...
Insights into behavior during Chimney Tops 2 Fire could improve evacuation planning
To understand what motivates people to evacuate during a wildfire, researchers surveyed affected residents. Their analysis of the responses identified key factors at play, including risk perception, gender, warnings from...
Wear a mask while having sex with someone new, Canada's top doctor suggests
Skip kissing and consider wearing a mask when having sex with a new partner to protect yourself from catching the coronavirus, Canada's chief public health officer said on Wednesday, adding...
Heavy electronic media use in late childhood linked to lower academic performance
A new study of 8- to 11-year olds reveals an association between heavy television use and poorer reading performance, as well as between heavy computer use and poorer numeracy--the ability...
Garcetti shuts off power at Cahuenga Pass party house after COVID-19 violations
The move is at least the second time the city has disconnected utility service at a residence accused of hosting crowded gatherings amid stay-at-home orders.
Look: Stray Kids tease 'We Go,' 'Wow,' 'My Universe' from 'In Life'
K-pop group Stray Kids shared a highlight medley featuring three songs from its repackaged album "In Life."
Heavy TV and computer use impacts children's academic results
Grade 3 students who watch more than two hours of TV daily or spend more than one hour a day on a computer experience a decline in academic results two...
Watch: Dog stranded by COVID reunited with Australian family 5 months later
A dachshund left behind in the United States when her owners had to fly home to Australia amid the COVID-19 pandemic was reunited with her family after five months and...
Cyberbullying less common in teens that feel loved, supported, study finds
Cyberbullying is less common among teens who feel loved and supported by their parents, new research shows.
Study examines the benefits of virtual stroke rehabilitation programs
While virtual medical and rehabilitation appointments seemed novel when COVID-19 first appeared, they now seem to be part of the new norm and might be paving the way to the...
Paper ballots, risk-limiting audits can help defend elections and democracy, study finds
With just over two months before the 2020 election, three professors at the Indiana University Kelley School of Business offer a comprehensive review of how other nations are seeking to...
Gut microbiome composition is associated with age and memory performance in pet dogs
Our gut microbiota can crucially influence our behavior and neurodevelopment. New research from the Ethology Department at the Faculty of Science at Eötvös Loránd University indicates that dogs' aging mechanism...
John Boyega says diverse 'Star Wars' characters were 'pushed to the side'
John Boyega discussed Finn's treatment in the "Star Wars" sequel trilogy and how his experience with the franchise was dictated by his race.
Study sheds light on brain mechanism activated by uncertainty
A new study examined the brain's reactions in conditions of uncertainty and stressful conflict in an environment of risks and opportunities. The researchers identified the areas of the brain responsible...
Shaken and stirred: The relation between stress and alcohol
There are many unknowns with the COVID-19 pandemic, but people’s relationship with alcohol and rationale for drinking seem to be consistent. Julia Chester, professor of psychological sciences at Purdue University,...
Paper ballots, risk-limiting audits can help defend elections and democracy, study finds
With just over two months before the 2020 election, three professors at the Indiana University Kelley School of Business offer a comprehensive review of how other nations are seeking to protect their...
Watch: Teens ask to be heard in new Netflix series 'Grand Army'
"Grand Army," a new teen drama starring Odley Jean, Amalia Yoo, Amir Bageria, Maliq Johnson and Odessa A'Zion, will premiere Oct. 16.
Keeping the beat – it’s all in your brain News
How do people coordinate their actions with the sounds they hear? This basic ability, which allows people to cross the street safely while hearing oncoming traffic, dance to new music...