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Telehealth skyrocketing among older adults
More older Americans have been seeing their doctors virtually since the pandemic began than ever before, a new poll finds.
Yukon students go back to class for the 1st time since COVID-19 shutdown
Schools will not look the same as when they shut down in March, featuring distanced desks and a lot more hand sanitizer.
Shifting public health messaging about face coverings could improve uptake
Encouraging the public to see face masks as a social practice, which they can use to express their cultural background or their personality, could encourage more people to use them...
Most Americans oppose universal basic income, Pew Research poll shows
Most Americans do not favor the notion of a universal basic income in the United States -- an idea that's gained more popularity amid post-COVID-19 economic challenges, a new survey...
Flint water crisis: Michigan 'agrees to pay $600m'
The crisis left at least 12 dead and exposed tens of thousands of children to lead poisoning.
An active and social lifestyle reduces fearfulness in dogs, but differences between breeds are great
Noise sensitivity, fear of novel situations, and, for example, fear of slippery surfaces and heights are common behavioral problems among dogs. According to a behavioral survey of nearly 14,000 dogs...
Trying to use your phone less? Get a smartwatch.
Look at that: This guy's not distracted by social media. (Björn Antonissen/Unsplash/)It’s traditional to start an article like this by proclaiming that everyone spends too much time staring at screens. And, while some...
'Catastrophe' or 'new era'? Mail shake-up at L.A. public housing complex alarms residents
Mail would no longer be delivered to residents' doors at Mar Vista Gardens under a new plan. Officials say it would keep letter carriers safer, but residents are skeptical.
The best children’s utensils sets for neat eating
Utensils made for them. (Providence Doucet via Unsplash/)It’s no secret that toddlers are notoriously messy diners who’d rather squish, squeeze, and slam their food than actually eat it. But with the right set...
People trust decisions made by groups, but information markets are more accurate
Organizations that use ad hoc groups or committees to make decisions might do better to crowdsource their decisions, says forthcoming UC Riverside-led research.
How a simple nudge can motivate workers to save for retirement
Motivating people to save for retirement isn't easy. Fraught decisions around when to start a nest egg, how much to set aside, and where to invest can be so overwhelming...
Schools Have No Good Options for Reopening during COVID-19
Bringing students back into classrooms or keeping them home can both have negative consequences -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
How racism and classism affect natural ecosystems
Structural racism and classism could profoundly affect the existence of flora and fauna in our cities, according to a recent landmark publication in the academic journal Science.
China says trade talks with U.S. will resume soon
U.S. and Chinese negotiators will resume trade talks "in the coming days" to review the "phase one" deal that led to a pause in the conflict, Beijing said Thursday.
Supportive stickers to help prevent suicide adorn B.C. bridge
Government-funded stickers have been installed at the Peterson Creek bridge in Kamloops, B.C., in an effort to prevent suicide.
Netflix: What's coming and going in September 2020
"Ratched," "Away," "The Devil All the Time" and "I'm Thinking of Ending Things" are headed to Netflix.
Quick fixes won't stop sexual harassment in academia, experts say
While many academic institutions are searching for ways to prevent sexual assault and sexual coercion among their faculty members, staff and students, they are failing to address the most common...
L.A. Mayor Garcetti orders power shut off at TikTok influencer house
Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti ordered the power cut at a swanky Hollywood Hills residence that police say held parties in violation of public health orders and is the home...
Increasing graduation rates of students of color with more faculty of color
A new analysis published in Public Administration found that student graduation rates improve as more faculty employed by a college or university share sex and race/ethnic identities with students.
Facebook removes 790 QAnon groups
Facebook said it has removed 790 groups, 100 pages and 1,500 ads connected to the far right-wing conspiracy theory QAnon as the social media giant targets movements and organizations that...
Oscar De La Hoya, 47, resuming boxing career after 11-year retirement
Oscar De La Hoya, 47, is planning to end his retirement and resume his boxing career after a 12-year hiatus.
Words used to describe alcohol intoxication may give clues to drinking habits
Research suggests the language young adults use to describe the effects they feel from drinking may give insight into their drinking habits.
Older adults with existing depression show resilience during the pandemic
A multi-site study finds that seniors are more concerned with being infected with COVID-19 than the effects of social isolation.
We rely on science. Why is it letting us down when we need it most?
Science is suffering from a replication crisis. Too many landmark studies can't be repeated in independent labs, a process crucial to separating flukes and errors from solid results. The consequences...
Naming guides how 12-month-old infants encode and remember objects
Even for infants just beginning to speak their first words, the way an object is named guides infants' encoding, representation and memory for that object, according to new research. Encoding...
Supreme Court to hear Affordable Care Act challenge one week after election
The Supreme Court on Wednesday scheduled to hear arguments one week after Election Day in Republicans' lawsuit against the constitutionality of the Affordable Care Act.
Watch: Will Butler rows a boat in 'Close My Eyes' music video
Will Butler released a video for "Close My Eyes," a new song from his third solo album, "Generations."
EU declines to recognize Belarus election; condemns violence against protesters
The European Union on Wednesday said it's didn't recognize the results of the Belarusian presidential election, which has spurred growing protests in the country.