Review of microfinance studies finds many flaws, no conclusions

What do we know about microfinance—often touted as the solution for the economic woes of developing countries? Practically nothing, say researchers from UConn's Department of Agricultural and Resources and Economics.

Twitter breach troubling, undermines trust, experts say

A breach in Twitter's security that allowed hackers to break into the accounts of leaders and technology moguls is one of the worst attacks in recent years and may shake...

U.S. executes killer Wesley Purkey, second this week

The federal government on Thursday carried out its second execution this week after the Supreme Court again lifted a judge's order blocking the lethal injection of inmate Wesley Purkey and...

Ending 'streaming' is only the first step to dismantling systemic racism in Ontario schools

Last week, the Ontario government announced its plan to end streaming in Grade 9, something Education Minister Stephen Lecce acknowledged is a "racist, discriminatory" practice.

Retail sales in U.S. increased by 7.5% in June

Retail sales in the United States last month increased by 7.5%, the Commerce Department said in its monthly report Thursday.

U.S. gov't executes Wesley Purkey; 2nd federal inmate this week

The federal government on Thursday carried out its second execution this week after the Supreme Court again lifted a judge's order blocking the lethal injection of inmate Wesley Purkey and...

Russian wildfire smoke choking Siberian cities

Smoke from raging forest fires in Siberia was filling cities Thursday as officials scrambled to prevent the flames from reaching homes.

How Many Aliens Are in the Milky Way? Astronomers Turn to Statistics for Answers

The tenets of Thomas Bayes, an 18th-century statistician and minister, underpin the latest estimates of the prevalence of extraterrestrial life -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com

Confederate statues symbolize role of racism in America

The renewed debate in the United States about monuments to historical figures associated with the Confederacy is part of the larger debate about the role of racism in this country.

Chase Elliott wins All-Star Race in front of 20,000 NASCAR fans

Cup Series driver Chase Elliott won the All-Star Race in front of 20,000 NASCAR fans, the most allowed to attend a live professional sporting event in the United States since...

Supreme Court clears the way for federal execution of Wesley Purkey; 2nd this week

For the second time this week, the Supreme Court made a rare early morning move Thursday to lift an injunction blocking the execution of 68-year-old Wesley Purkey and two other...

Congressional researchers: North Korea developing arsenal to evade missile defenses

North Korea continues to advance its nuclear weapons and missile programs and poses a growing threat to countries in the region such as South Korea and Japan, according to a...

EU court rejects data-sharing deal due to privacy concerns

The European Union's top court on Thursday invalidated an arrangement under which social media companies like Facebook can transfer personal data of EU residents to the United States.

AEW Fight for the Fallen: Jon Moxley defends title against Brian Cage

AEW World Champion Jon Moxley defended his title against Brian Cage in the main event of Fight for the Fallen.

Twitter: Coordinated attack on employees led to high profile accounts tweeting bitcoin scam

Several high profile Twitter accounts including politicians, entrepreneurs and corporations sent out a scam message soliciting cryptocurrency payments in an apparent hack on Wednesday.

Officials: 'Massive' unemployment scam uncovered in Maryland

Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan said the state has uncovered more than 47,500 fraudulent unemployment insurance claims filed as part of "a massive, sophisticated criminal scheme" involving widespread identity theft.

Maryland uncovers 47,500 fraud unemployment claims in nationwide criminal scheme

Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan said the state has uncovered more than 47,500 fraudulent unemployment insurance claims filed as part of "a massive, sophisticated criminal scheme" involving widespread identity theft.

Health charities in Canada hit with historic loss in revenue during COVID-19

Canada's health charities expect to raise less than half of their normal funds this year because of COVID-19. The financial hit means delays in disease research and fewer supports for...

Mixed progress highlights support gaps for pupils with English as additional language

Newly-arrived pupils who speak English as an additional language (EAL) often make 'mixed' linguistic and academic progress during their first years in British schools, which need a proper framework to...

Twitter: Coordinated attack on employees led to high profile accounts tweeting bitcoin scam

Several high profile Twitter accounts including politicians, entrepreneurs and corporations sent out a scam message soliciting cryptocurrency payments in an apparent hack on Wednesday.

Washington Mystics to pay Elena Delle Donne's salary

The Washington Mystics announced Wednesday that reigning WNBA MVP Elena Delle Donne will be paid her full salary throughout the season even if she doesn't play.

U.S. imposes visa restrictions on employees of Chinese telecoms

The United States imposed visa restrictions on certain employees of Chinese technology companies on Wednesday, U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said.

Buffalo Bills, New Era ending stadium naming rights partnership

The Buffalo Bills and New Era Cap Company released a joint statement Wednesday announcing the end of their stadium naming rights relationship.

Trump announces overhaul of National Environmental Policy Act

President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced a top to bottom overhaul" of the National Environmental Policy Act, issuing a final rule limiting public review of federal infrastructure projects.

Trudeau pens op-ed with world leaders calling for equal access to coronavirus vaccine

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has joined the leaders of Spain, New Zealand, South Korea, Ethiopia and three other countries in calling for equitable access to a coronavirus vaccine when one...

No arrests, few fines under Canada's federal quarantine laws, says public health agency

High-profile Twitter accounts targeted in cryptocurrency scam

High-profile Twitter accounts, including those of Joe Biden, Bill Gates, Elon Musk and Kanye West, were hacked in an apparent scam asking for bitcoin payments. CNET senior producer Dan Patterson...

High profile Twitter accounts hacked in cryptocurrency scam

Several high profile Twitter accounts including politicians, entrepreneurs and corporations sent out a scam message soliciting cryptocurrency payments in an apparent hack on Wednesday.