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How can education researchers support education and public health and institutions during COVID-19?
As education researchers' ongoing work is interrupted by school closures, what can they do to support education and public health institutions dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic? An article published today...
Outdoor light linked with teens’ sleep and mental health
Research shows that adolescents who live in areas that have high levels of artificial light at night tend to get less sleep and are more likely to have a mood...
NIH researchers reframe dog-to-human aging comparisons
One of the most common misconceptions is that one human year equals seven dog years in terms of aging. However, this equivalency is misleading and has been consistently dismissed by...
Coronavirus outbreak tied to fraternity parties imperils fall semester at UC Berkeley
An outbreak of coronavirus infections tied to fraternity parties is imperiling the prospect of in-person classes at UC Berkeley this fall.
Black homeownership is lowest since 1968; what that means in an election year
As the United States gears up for a general election in one of the most tumultuous years in recent history, a new BYU study by sociology professor Jacob Rugh uncovers...
Tiger Woods to return next week at Memorial Tournament
Tiger Woods will participate in a PGA Tour tournament for the first time since the season was suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic -- at next week's Memorial Tournament in...
Lady A sues blues singer Anita 'Lady A' White over name
Country music band Lady A, formerly known as Lady Antebellum, has filed a lawsuit against black blues singer Anita White who has performed under Lady A throughout her career.
Children's books must be diverse, or kids will grow up believing white is superior
Global support for the Black Lives Matter movement isn't only about standing up against the injustice done to George Floyd, or Indigenous Australians in custody. People are also standing up...
"A liberal culture within the police force is something worth fighting for"
The police forces currently find themselves in the focus of public debate. This was triggered partly by the attacks on police officers in Stuttgart by rioting youths. For another part,...
Simply scrapping the SAT won't make colleges more diverse
When the University of California decided in early 2020 to stop using the ACT and SAT in admissions by 2025, the decision sparked discussions anew about how fair and useful...
Devon Murray, girlfriend Shannon McCaffrey expecting first child
Devon Murray, who played Seamus Finnigan in the "Harry Potter" films, is expecting a child with his girlfriend, Shannon McCaffrey.
New report sheds light on the impact of COVID-19 on gender and sustainability
Professor Sophie Harman from Queen Mary's School of Politics and International Relations was one of the lead authors on a major new report from U.N. Women, the United Nations organization...
Fishing for a theory of emergent behavior
Researchers at the University of Tsukuba used advanced metrics from information theory to describe the collective behavior of small schools of ayu fish. They found that the overall dynamics were...
New report aims to prevent incels from turning to violence
Two political science students at the University of Alberta have written a background report to help social workers, psychologists and other practitioners prevent involuntary celibates, or "incels," from turning to...
Look: Camila Nakagawa gives birth to first child, son Kai Aiden
"The Challenge" alum Camila Nakagawa took to Instagram after welcoming her first child, son Kai Aiden.
Texans' J.J. Watt: Too early to decide about playing in 2020
Houston Texans star J.J. Watt said it's still too early for NFL players to decide whether they will join the 2020 season amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Inter Miami, Orlando City relaunch MLS with protest, dramatic clash
Inter Miami CF, Orlando City SC, referees and coaches participated in a long protest for George Floyd before they launched the MLS is Back Tournament with a dramatic clash in...
Corporate activism is more than a marketing gimmick
There's been an outpouring of support for Black Lives Matter from America's largest corporations. Businesses often engage in social activism because they want to sway public policy outcomes.
WWE NXT: Adam Cole, Keith Lee have 'winner takes all' match
NXT Champion Adam Cole and North American Champion Keith Lee faced each other in a champion vs. champion, "winner takes all" match on WWE NXT.
Foreign students fear deportation over Trump visa threat
Pakistani student Taimoor Ahmed is one of hundreds of thousands of foreigners enrolled in American universities now fearing for their future after Donald Trump's administration threatened to revoke their visas.
How one video game community is trying to 'police itself' amid sexual assault allegations
The esports world is grappling with how to protect competitors — many of whom are barely in their teens — and respond to serious allegations against members. One game community has come...
Study: Street lights may harm teen sleep habits, mental health
New research is suggesting links between street lights, neon signs and other forms of nighttime outside lighting and sleeplessness and mood disorders among teens.
N.Y. AG calls for sweeping police reforms in response to protests
New York Attorney General Letitia James called for sweeping reforms of the New York Police Department, stating the public no longer had faith in their law enforcement.
Elementary, middle school absenteeism carries later life consequences
Missing lots of school between kindergarten and eighth grade may have consequences when kids grow up, a new study suggests.
S.F. mayor is awaiting coronavirus test result after she was exposed at an event
San Francisco mayor London Breed said she was informed she attended an event with someone who had COVID-19. Now she's waiting for her test results.
San Antonio Spurs' Patty Mills donating salary to social justice causes
San Antonio Spurs veteran guard Patty Mills is donating his salary from the NBA's 22-team restart in Orlando, Fla., to Black Lives Matter and other social justice causes.
Attorney seeks dismissal of charges for former officer in George Floyd's death
An attorney for former Minneapolis Police officer Thomas Lane filed a motion to dismiss charges against him in the death of George Floyd.
Why opacity cannot be the singular clean-air determinant
If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a view is worth a thousand pictures, handily! And, what does this all have to do with, exactly?! Quality is what...