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United Arab Emirates abolishes 1972 boycott law against Israel
United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed issued a decree Saturday to abolish a 1972 boycott law against Israel.
LA crews paint 'All Black Lives Matter' mural on Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles city workers have installed an "All Black Lives Matter" mural on Hollywood Boulevard to commemorate demonstrations against racism in the wake of George Floyd's death.
'Women of the Movement' limited series set for ABC in 2021
ABC has announced it plans to air a limited series called "Women of the Movement" in 2021.
Stars mourn the death of actor Chadwick Boseman
Celebrities have taken to social media to mourn the death of "Black Panther" and "Get On Up" star Chadwick Boseman.
Belarus cracks down on journalists; world leaders decry violence
Belarusian authorities have detained dozens of journalists and stripped them of their accreditation after reporting on protests against President Alexander Lukashenko.
Which OCD treatment works best? New brain study could lead to more personalized choices
New research could improve the odds that people with obsessive-compulsive disorder will receive a therapy that really works for them - something that eludes more than a third of those...
New York Yankees put star OF Aaron Judge back on injured list
The New York Yankees placed star outfielder Aaron Judge on the 10-day injured list with a strained right calf, just days after the slugger returned from the injury.
Saints, Pelicans owner Gayle Benson tests positive for coronavirus
Gayle Benson, the owner of the NFL's New Orleans Saints and NBA's Pelicans, has tested positive for the coronavirus.
U.N. North Korea investigator: Seoul’s singling out of defectors a mistake
A recent South Korean government decision to audit North Korean defector-led human rights groups has led to the increased stigmatization of activists.
New book helps teachers, principals confront their own racism
When Sarah Fiarman and Tracey Benson met in 2014 as class instructors at the Graduate School of Education (GSE), they bonded over their common experience as former school principals and their shared desire...
Mississippi Supreme Court orders new trial for Eddie Lee Howard Jr.
The Mississippi Supreme Court has ordered a new trial for a death row inmate convicted of murder based on bite-mark evidence, a technique that has since been discredited.
First-years arrive on campus with excitement leading the way
For first-year students, move-in day is a milestone filled with excitement — and a touch of anxiety. The COVID-19 pandemic has given double meaning to this “once-in-a-lifetime” experience. We asked students to describe...
President Donald Trump pardons Alice Johnson after her RNC speech
President Donald Trump pardoned Alice Johnson on Friday, two years after granting her clemency for a life sentence she received as a non-violent drug offender.
How cats and dogs see the world
What can dogs see? (Stan Horaczek /)Take a quick flash picture of your dog or cat and their eyes will light up in a way that’s equal parts cool and unnerving. That...
Jackie Robinson Day: MLB players pledge salaries for racial justice
Dozens of Black players announced that they will donate game salaries to initiatives to fight racial injustice Friday, as MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson Day.
In photos: Moments from Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's career
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe announced his resignation from the office on August 28, 2020, citing health reasons. The nation's longest-serving prime minister, Abe, 65, said he will remain until...
A coffee and catnap keep you sharp on the nightshift, study suggests
A simple coffee and a quick catnap could be the cure for staying alert on the nightshift as new research shows that this unlikely combination can improve attention and reduce...
Prosecutors charge 74 with crimes related to Portland civil rights protests
Federal prosecutors say they have charged at least 74 people with crimes associated with weeks of civil rights protests in Portland Ore., following the death of George Floyd in Minnesota.
NBA, NHL playoffs, college football highlight weekend sports
The return of college football and the NHL and NBA playoffs highlight live sports action this weekend.
Can't be away from your phone? Study finds link to higher levels of obsession-compulsion
Feelings of panic when a person is away from their smartphone could be connected to general feelings of inadequacy and inferiority, a new study of young people suggests.
U.S. Open tennis: Williams-Keys, Gauff-Osaka possible matchups after draw
The 2020 U.S. Open will lack a bit of star power because some tennis greats have opted out of the Grand Slam over COVID-19 concerns. But the tournament draw still...
Watch: Christina Aguilera shares video for new 'Reflection' from 'Mulan'
Christina Aguilera released a music video for her new version of "Reflection," a song for Disney's live-action remake of "Mulan."
Amnesty International: India police 'indulged' in violence, torture during mass protests
Amnesty International on Friday accused police in India of human rights violations in dealing with activists during mass demonstrators this year that resulted in more than 50 deaths, mostly among...
Preschoolers are mask-licking germ bombs — yet few catch the coronavirus, data show
It's hard to predict what may happen when California's primary schools reopen. But when it comes to the state's youngest students, data are more robust — and more reassuring.
Watch: Smashing Pumpkins return with black and white 'Cyr' music video
The Smashing Pumpkins released a music video for their latest track, "Cyr."
Watch: Maren Morris on son Hayes, writing new music
Country music singer Maren Morris discussed her son, Hayes, and confirmed she's writing new music on "The Late Late Show with James Corden."
Study finds 'nomophobia' is associated with poor sleep health in college students
A new study found that the fear of being out of mobile phone contact -- 'nomophobia' -- is extremely common among college students and is associated with poor sleep health.
Monopoly, video games, study groups: How COVID-19 is spreading at USC
Small gatherings, like students studying together and, in one case, playing games like Monopoly, have led to a surge in COVID-19 cases on USC lately.