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U.N. envoy: Yemen civilians need 'urgent' end to fuel shortages
A top United Nations envoy to Yemen asked Monday for an end to the fighting and an "urgent" solution for fuel shortages in Houthi-controlled areas.
LAUSD enrollment decline continues during online learning, with unexpected 6,000 kindergarten drop
Principals and district officials are concerned about enrollment numbers in the Los Angeles Unified School District, especially among the youngest students.
Pesticide-free farming strategies offer billions of dollars in benefits across Asia-Pacific
Pesticide-free pest control strategies paid serious economic dividends throughout the Asia-Pacific over the last century, yielding annual benefits between $14.6 to $19.5 billion across 23 countries.
U.S. sees 35K new COVID cases; national total now over 6 million
New COVID-19 cases in the United States declined to about 35,000 on Sunday -- the lowest figure in more than a week -- and the U.S. total surpassed 6 million...
Rosalia named MAC Cosmetics Viva Glam ambassador
Rosalía collaborated with MAC Cosmetics on a new lipstick that will help raise funds for women's rights and LGBTQ communities.
China’s top diplomat warns Czech politicians on Taiwan visit
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said leaders of the Czech Republic would "pay a heavy price" as a Czech delegation began a trip to Taiwan.
Watch live: Joe Biden outlines 'vision for better future' at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania event
Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden will make a campaign visit to Pennsylvania on Monday to lay out a vision of a "better" America, his campaign says.
Pesticide-free farming strategies offer billions of dollars in benefits across Asia-Pacific
Pesticide-free pest control strategies paid serious economic dividends throughout the Asia-Pacific over the last century, yielding annual benefits between $14.6 to $19.5 billion across 23 countries.
Brandy, Monica set for 'Verzuz' battle on Monday
Brandy and Monica will be facing off in a "Verzuz" battle on Monday at 8 p.m. EDT on Apple Music on Instagram.
Study: Phone data shows stay-at-home advisories slow COVID-19 spread by 19%
Staying home helps slow the spread of COVID-19, according to the authors of a study published Monday by JAMA Internal Medicine, based on an analysis of cellphone use data across...
Study finds insect shows promise as a good, sustainable food source
With global food demands rising at an alarming rate, a study led by IUPUI scientists has found new evidence that a previously overlooked insect shows promise as alternative protein source:...
Amateur Drone Videos Could Aid in Natural Disaster Damage Assessment
It wasn’t long after Hurricane Laura hit the Gulf Coast Thursday that people began flying drones to record the damage and posting videos on social media. Those videos are a...
McDonald's: Ex-CEO Steve Easterbrook's effort to keep severance pay 'morally bankrupt'
Fast food giant McDonald's said in a court filing Monday that ousted CEO Steve Easterbrook has no legal ground to stand on to keep millions of dollars he received after...
Intelligent software tackles plant cell jigsaw puzzle
Scientists have developed a machine learning-based algorithm to study the morphogenesis of plants at a cellular level. So far it was impossible to solve this evolving and changing puzzle.
Climate change could increase rice yields
Rice is the most consumed staple food in the world. It is especially common in Asia, where hunger concerns are prevalent.
South Korea appoints new military chiefs amid OPCON plans
South Korea is moving forward with a reshuffle of top brass, nominating military officials specializing in OPCON or wartime operational control from the United States.
Sudan signs historic peace deal with 5 rebel groups to end fighting
The transitional government in Sudan agreed Monday to sign a historic peace agreement with five major rebel groups in a major step to end violent conflicts stemming from the leadership...
The best first aid kits for at home and on the go
Emergency supplies at the ready. (Jeffrey F Lin via Unsplash /)There is nothing worse than having a wound and realizing your daughter used the last bandage on her stuffed animal. Or, in...
Is mathematics real? A viral TikTok video raises a legitimate question with exciting answers
While filming herself getting ready for work recently, TikTok user @gracie.ham reached deep into the ancient foundations of mathematics and found an absolute gem of a question:
From identification to a chemical fingerprint for explosives in forensic research
The police frequently encounter explosives in their forensic investigations related to criminal and terrorist activities. Chemical analysis of explosives can yield valuable tactical information for police and counter-terrorist units. Within...
Stonehenge enhanced sounds like voices or music for people inside the monument
Welcome to Soundhenge. Better known as Stonehenge, this ancient monument in southern England created an acoustic space that amplified voices and improved the sound of any music being played for people standing within...
Military jets intercept British flight after device found in lavatory
British authorities arrested two men after a Ryanair flight was intercepted by military jets following reports of a suspicious device on board, officials said.
U.S. sees 35K new COVID cases; record surges in Midwest
New COVID-19 cases in the United States declined to about 35,000 on Sunday -- the lowest figure in more than a week, according to data Monday from Johns Hopkins University.
Cardinals' Adam Wainwright gets complete game win vs. Indians on birthday
Veteran pitcher Adam Wainwright allowed just four hits and two runs in a dominant complete game performance to lead the St. Louis over the Cleveland Indians in St. Louis.
Nuggets' Jamal Murray scores 50 vs. Jazz to force Game 7
Jamal Murray erupted for nine 3-pointers and totaled 50 points to lead the Denver Nuggets to a win over the Utah Jazz and force a decisive Game 7 in the...
The search engine boss who wants to help us all plant trees
Christian Kroll is the boss of Ecosia, which donates 80% of its profits to tree-planting projects.
Amazon fires: Are they worse this year than before?
Blazes are continuing to rage in the Amazon rainforest, despite the Brazilian president's fire ban.
MTV VMAs: Lady Gaga, The Weeknd win big
The Weeknd and Lady Gaga won big at the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards Sunday.