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Benjamin Netanyahu, education minister aim to open Israel schools Sept. 1
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told his political party Monday schools will be open for all students on Sept. 1, going against a top adviser who said the start date...
L.A. rent is falling, with some big drops in luxury buildings
Rent is declining in Los Angeles County, with the largest decreases seen in luxury properties, according to reports from RealPage and CoStar.
Selena Gomez, David Henrie announce virtual event for 'This Is the Year'
Former "Wizards of Waverly Place" co-stars Selena Gomez and David Henrie announced on Monday a virtual premiere for Henrie's upcoming film, "This Is the Year."
Column: Following order on payroll tax, Trump threatens to kill Social Security if reelected
Trump's payroll tax deferral is a mortal threat to Social Security.
Amid COVID-19, she reinvented her boutique as a houseplants shop. Business is booming
Following stay-at-home orders, Amorette Brooms pivoted her fashion business to houseplants.
Restaurant customers frown on automatic gratuities, particularly after good service
Automatic gratuities leave restaurant patrons with a bad taste, even when the meal and the service were excellent, new research from Washington State University indicates.
Watch: Florida woman finds large snake inside washing machine
A Florida woman said she screamed in shock when a mysterious object inside her washing machine turned out to be a python.
Protective Macbook cases to prolong your laptop’s life
Protect your laptop. (Sahil Patel via Unsplash/)When you buy a new MacBook, your first thought might not always be to also buy a case to protect it. But if you want your...
John Legend, Melissa Etheridge join iHeart's 'Why I'm Voting' campaign and podcast
John Legend, Melissa Etheridge and more have joined iHeartMedia's new, non-partisan campaign and podcast series titled "Why I'm Voting."
North Korea sent military to flood-hit area, state media says
North Korea mobilized its military to take part in flood cleanup and recovery efforts in a region recently visited by Kim Jong Un.
Democrats, Republicans hope for COVID-19 relief bill this week
Democratic and White House negotiators have yet to resume talks Monday toward finding an agreement on the next round COVID-19 relief, but both sides are hopeful for a deal this...
Social Democrats nominate Olaf Scholz to succeed Angela Merkel as chancellor
German finance minister Olaf Scholz was nominated Monday by the Social Democratic Party to take over as chancellor if he's elected next year, succeeding Angela Merkel.
Sonia Angell, California's health director, quits after glitch skews COVID-19 figures
California's director of public health resigned abruptly late Sunday, days after officials said hundreds of thousands of records -- including coronavirus tests -- hadn't been properly recorded.
You should switch to a browser that has its own VPN
With a VPN, it'll be hard for people and companies to figure out where you are. And not just because you're using a white phone, wearing a white shirt, and standing in...
Watch: Idaho man throws chopsticks to burst 40 balloons in one minute
An Idaho man recaptured a Guinness World Record when he popped 40 balloons by throwing chopsticks in one minute.
Restaurant customers frown on automatic gratuities, particularly after good service
Automatic gratuities leave restaurant patrons with a bad taste, even when the meal and the service were excellent, new research indicates.
Research team helps Arc'teryx stay green and dry with next-generation water-repellent fabrics
A sustainable, non-toxic and high-performance water-repellent fabric has long been the holy grail of outdoor enthusiasts and clothing companies alike. New research from UBC Okanagan and outdoor apparel giant Arc'teryx...
Fragmented forests: Tree cover, urban sprawl both increased in Southeast Michigan over the past 30 years
The extent of Southeast Michigan's tree canopy and its urban sprawl both increased between 1985 and 2015, according to a new University of Michigan study that used aerial photos and...
New U.S. COVID-19 cases under 50,000 for the first time in a week
The United States saw a decline in new COVID-19 cases on Sunday -- under 50,000 -- according to updated figures Monday from researchers at Johns Hopkins University.
South Korea to invest $250B in missile defense, submarines
South Korea is to invest more than $250 billion in missile defense systems and new submarines to help deter North Korea military threats.
Land-use change disrupts wild plant pollination on a global scale
Human changes to the environment have been linked to widespread pollinator declines. New research published in Nature Communications shows that intensive land use will further decrease pollination and reproductive success...
U.S. democracy facing historic crisis
The United States is facing a historic crisis that fundamentally threatens our democratic system of government, according to Stanford political scientist Terry Moe. “The nation has entered a treacherous new era...
Puerto Rico suspends primary voting due to ballot shortage
Puerto Rico has temporarily suspended voting for its primary elections due to a shortage of available ballots, voting officials said.
Damian Lillard scores 51, Joel Embiid injured as Blazers beat Sixers
Damian Lillard scorched the nets for 51 points to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a narrow win against the Philadelphia 76ers in an NBA seeding game in Orlando, Fla.
This California school is open, 'learning as we go.' Is it a model or a mistake?
Catholic schools in California are seeking waivers to open for in-person learning. In Nevada County, one has gone back to class.
Wagyu beef passes the taste test of science
The unique flavor, texture and aroma of Australia's famous Wagyu beef can now be marketed using a world-first flavor profile developed by The University of Queensland in partnership with the...
Sharing food aids monkey business
It may be only a shared banana in a tree, but the latest research from the University of St Andrews suggests this sharing of food between monkeys could be the...
Schools in several states begin in-person, remote classes Monday
Schools in some parts of the United States were set to reopen their doors for in-person instruction on Monday, amid concerns for new COVID-19 outbreaks.