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Lee Daniels, Fred Savage working on new 'Wonder Years' pilot
"Empire" creator and "Precious" filmmaker Lee Daniels is working with actor-director Fred Savage on a pilot for a new version of "The Wonder Years."
Facebook takes down accounts tied to Roger Stone, others amid civil rights audit findings
Facebook on Wednesday said it has removed dozens of accounts linked to the hate group Proud Boys, to U.S. President Donald Trump's longtime ally Roger Stone and to employees of...
NASCAR star Jimmie Johnson cleared to race after two negative coronavirus tests
Seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson has been cleared to compete Sunday at Kentucky Speedway after testing negative for the coronavirus twice.
Newsom says reopening of California schools to be based on safety, not pressure from Trump
Gov. Gavin Newsom said Wednesday that the decision on reopening schools this fall will be made by local education and health officials and he does not feel pressured by statements...
Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman retires from Army citing 'bullying,' 'retaliation' by Trump
Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman said he will retire from the military following a campaign of bullying and retaliation in response to his testimony in President Donald Trump's impeachment inquiry.
Study: News media, influencers can double efficacy of COVID-19 prevention messages
People who saw educational messages on social media about the importance of hand-washing and social distancing in preventing the spread of COVID-19 were up to twice as likely to engage...
Politics Influences the Science of COVID-19
Many of us are still shell-shocked by the changes in our lives that have been imposed this spring. We’re reacting to each unexpected event as it comes. But to anyone...
These survival tips might actually get you killed
The way you respond to a grizzly attack could determine if you become a scavenger's next meal. (272447 from Pixabay/)This story originally featured on Outdoor Life.My grandmother Inez used to stuff towels under...
These survival tips might actually get you killed
The way you respond to a grizzly attack could determine if you become a scavenger's next meal. (272447 from Pixabay/)This story originally featured on Outdoor Life.My grandmother Inez used to stuff towels under...
Facebook civil rights audit finds 'serious setbacks,' including hate speech and misinformation
A two-year audit of Facebook's civil rights record found 'serious setbacks' that have marred the social network's progress on matters such as hate speech, misinformation and bias.
'Real Housewife' Denise Richards juggles other roles, too
Denise Richards discusses her return to "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" and "The Bold and the Beautiful," a cameo in new movie "Money Plane," her non-profit Quantum Reach Foundation...
NYC schools to rotate in-person classes; CDC to clarify guidelines
New York City announced Wednesday that public schools will reopen for fall with reduced in-person classes. Vice President Mike Pence said the CDC would clarify its guidelines after criticism from...
British police: Do not call 999 for wrong-address freezer delivery
A British police department took to social media with an important reminder for local residents: a freezer delivery to the wrong address is not a police emergency.
Listen: Jeong Eun-ji teases new song 'Simple is the Best'
K-pop star Jeong Eun-ji shared a track trailer for "Simple is the Best," a song from her forthcoming EP "Simple."
Study shows 'Bystander Effect' not exclusive to humans
A rat is less likely to help a trapped companion if it is with other rats that aren't helping, according to new research from the University of Chicago that showed...
'Real Housewife' Denise Richards juggles other roles, too
Denise Richards discusses her return to "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" and "The Bold and the Beautiful," a cameo in new movie "Money Plane," her non-profit Quantum Reach Foundation...
Mahmoud Abbas tells Vladimir Putin Palestinians want to negotiate with Israel
Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas told Russian President Vladimir Putin in a phone call Wednesday Palestinians are ready to revive peace talks with Israel with help from other countries.
The effects of smartphone use on parenting
Parents may worry that spending time on their smartphones has a negative impact on their relationships with their children. However, a new comprehensive analysis found that this is unlikely to...
Enforcing gender quotas increases boardroom diversity and quality
An organization that is required by national law to have significant female representation on its board of directors sees higher diversity and skills than those in countries that simply advise...
Six tips for writing emails that aren’t absolute garbage
Unless you're writing to a close friend or provider of illegal goods, "Yo Chucky" is never a good way to start an email. ( NeONBRAND / Unsplash/)Despite dozens of services trying to...
Watch: Indian teenager hops across ruler 101 times in 30 seconds
An Indian teenager living in the United Arab Emirates broke a Guinness World Record by hopping over a ruler 101 times in 30 seconds.
Harvard, MIT sue Trump govt over order revoking visas for foreign students
Harvard and MIT asked a court Wednesday to block an order by President Donald Trump's administration threatening the visas of foreign students whose entire courses have moved online because of...
Cities have stopped providing middle-class work
The great U.S. economic boom after World War II was an urban phenomenon. Tens of millions of Americans flocked to cities to work and forge a future in the nation’s...
Research explores how youth are excluded from public spaces, design practices
America's youth have historically been excluded from using public spaces how they want, in addition to being left out of design discussions. Including them in this process will have long-term...
Paolo Sorrentino to direct Netflix film 'The Hand of God'
"The Young Pope" creator Paolo Sorrentino will write and direct "The Hand of God," an "intimate and personal" new movie, for Netflix.
U.S. soccer star Christian Pulisic gets left-footed, top-corner goal in Chelsea win
Christian Pulisic continues to impress this season at Chelsea. The United States Men's National Team star's latest exploit was a left-footed, top-corner finish in a 3-2 win against Crystal Palace.
Gabrielle Union calls for more change after NBC expands employee protections
Former "America's Got Talent" judge Gabrielle Union responded after NBC outlined plans to stop gender and racial discrimination in the workplace.
Binders for transmasculine, nonbinary, and gender-nonconforming folks
Affordable and effective binders. (Amazon/)For transgender and gender-nonconforming people who choose to bind—the compression of chest tissue to create a flat appearance—shopping online for binders can be an overwhelming yet affirming experience. In...