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Letters to the Editor: Travel insurers are showing their greed in the COVID-19 pandemic
For older travelers, offering vouchers for future travel isn't good enough in a pandemic. Travel insurers need to honor claims.
Leaving out long-term care was medicare's original sin — and we're paying for it now
We should be appalled by the reports coming from the Canadian Forces about the wretched conditions in some long-term care homes — appalled, but not surprised.
How can theaters possibly reopen in the fall? The Broad Stage answer: Go outdoors
The Broad Stage in Santa Monica forges ahead with a 2020-21 season that starts outdoors in the fall and moves indoors in January — if it's safe.
Alberta auditor general will review government response to COVID-19 pandemic
Alberta's auditor general will assess the provincial government's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and review his office's outstanding recommendations related to seniors care as he determines the scope of the audit.
Couple who met in Japanese internment camp die within days of each other at 90
Joseph Yamada and Elizabeth Kikuchi were born two days apart, but they didn't meet until they were both were sent to the World War II internment camp in Poston, Ariz.
Labrador officials look for solutions as pandemic makes fighting substance abuse even harder
COVID-19 is throwing long-standing inequalities into high relief — and those factors seem to be translating to higher substance use in some communities.
New linguistic findings on the prevalence of 'LOL'
A new study involving a scientific analysis of the prevalence of 'LOL' in students' text messages demonstrates important potential applications for classroom learning.
Where stress lives
Researchers have found a neural home of the feeling of stress people experience, an insight that may help people deal with the debilitating sense of fear and anxiety that stress...
Adventures from the homes of the Harvard community
Shannon Ingraham felt shell-shocked when she started working from home. “We went from having full-time child care at day care to becoming the full-time child care ourselves,” said the department administrator in the...
U.S. coronavirus deaths pass 100,000 mark in under four months, leading the world
From the first deaths in February, as President Trump still predicted none, the U.S. has reached 100,000 lives lost to the COVID-19 pandemic.
NASCAR rookie Tyler Reddick says isolation a challenge before races
NASCAR Cup Series rookie Tyler Reddick said it has been a challenge to sit for hours in isolation before he jumps into his car to compete against other drivers.
Details on Harvard Honoring the Class of 2020
It will be a day to reflect on challenges and triumphs, growth and change. It will be a celebration of accomplishment and the shared commitment to put the wisdom gained to use...
What's the secret behind the world's stickiest brands?
Researchers from Newcastle University London, Fordham University, and University of Minho published a new paper in the Journal of Marketing that examines how some brands create "sticky" customer journeys that...
Season Interrupted: Nathaniel Gomez is a four-sport, 4.0 man
Forced to choose from the four sports he played at Rancho Dominguez, Nathaniel Gomez chose soccer: 'I believe it was my calling since I was young.'
Andrea Bocelli recovered from COVID-19, but didn't want you to know until now
In a Facebook message Tuesday, opera legend Andrea Bocelli said he tested positive for COVID-19 in March but kept his diagnosis secret for a reason.
Harvard Art Museums uses collections to help doctors decompress
David Odo from the Harvard Art Museums led a virtual conversation with a group of radiologists on a recent afternoon. The topic? A likeness of singer and songwriter Stevie Wonder. In particular,...
Anthony Fauci says hydroxychloroquine ineffective as coronavirus treatment
Dr. Anthony Fauci said Wednesday hydroxychloroquine, a drug President Donald Trump said he has taken to ward off the coronavirus, is not an effective treatment based on the latest scientific...
Watch: Stray Kids share 'Go' video trailer
K-pop group Stray Kids released a preview of its video for "Go" featuring members of JYP's upcoming girl group Nizi Project.
Six common photography mistakes to avoid for better pictures
There's nothing necessarily wrong with this photo, but if you get comfortable with a certain photography style (such as portraits), it can be hard to branch out. (Harry Guinness /)Taking great photos is...
Exploring the use of 'stretchable' words in social media
An investigation of Twitter messages reveals new insights and tools for studying how people use stretched words, such as "duuuuude," "heyyyyy," or "noooooooo." Tyler Gray and colleagues at the University...
Artificial intelligence reveals mechanism for kin selection in a wild primate
More like mom or dad?
Mindfulness may ease the emotional burden of MS
Mindfulness training may help counter the thinking and emotional difficulties caused by multiple sclerosis.
Look: Sasha Pieterse, Hudson Sheaffer expecting first child
Sasha Pieterse, who played Alison on "Pretty Little Liars," is expecting her first child with her husband, Hudson Scheaffer.
Boeing sends layoff notices to more than 6,000 employees
Boeing said Wednesday it is laying off more than 6,000 employees in the first phase of its plans to reduce its workforce by 10 percent as the airline industry reels...
Watch: Demi Lovato, Trevor Project partner on Pride Everywhere campaign
Demi Lovato celebrates the "power" and "resilience" of the LGBTQ community in a new video.
Column: Out-of-touch celebs — take a cue from Mandy Patinkin's relatable shutdown videos
Mandy Patinkin and wife Kathryn Grody display pop culture cluelessness and enviable marital togetherness in videos that make you crave matzo.
Job hunting during the pandemic: Tips for recent graduates
New graduates looking for jobs and internships are navigating a challenging landscape. Here are tips for applying, networking and acing the interview.
Children's temperament traits affect their motor skills
A recent study among 3- to 7-year-old children showed that children's motor skills benefitted if a child was older and participated in organized sports. Additionally, the study provided information about...