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Scientists dig up Southeast Asia's largest dinosaur in Thailand

Along a meandering river in a warm and arid region that is now Thailand roughly 113 million years ago, a plant-eating behemoth almost 90 feet (27 meters) long browsed

Scientists dig up Southeast Asia's largest dinosaur in Thailand
Business|Education|Health|Technology

Big Tech turns to Sesame Street, Girl Scouts to deflect scrutiny over kids' screen time

Meta and Google enlisted trusted children's brands such as Sesame Street, Girl Scouts and Highlights magazine to teach kids to use technology in

Big Tech turns to Sesame Street, Girl Scouts to deflect scrutiny over kids' screen time
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Italy's defence minister urges decision on EU SAFE loans before deadline

Italy's defence minister said on Thursday he had written twice to the Treasury urging a decision on whether to tap a European Union arms-

Italy's defence minister urges decision on EU SAFE loans before deadline
Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Political|Science|Technology|World

Pope Leo decries European military spending as 'betrayal' of diplomacy

Pope Leo on Thursday decried rising European military spending, which grew last year by the highest amount since the end of the Cold War amid pressure from

Pope Leo decries European military spending as 'betrayal' of diplomacy
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Italy parents' group faces Meta, TikTok in Milan court over minors' social media use

An Italian parents' group and a number of families faced off against Meta and TikTok on Thursday in the first hearing of a lawsuit that seeks to restrict

Italy parents' group faces Meta, TikTok in Milan court over minors' social media use
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Anthropic, Gates Foundation launch $200 million partnership for AI in health, education

Anthropic and the Gates Foundation have pledged $200 million to back artificial intelligence-related public goods and areas including health and

Anthropic, Gates Foundation launch $200 million partnership for AI in health, education
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Trump administration will join a prayer gathering criticized for promoting Christian nationalism

President Donald Trump and several top administration officials are joining with a cast of mostly conservative Christian clergy this Sunday for a prayer gathering

Trump administration will join a prayer gathering criticized for promoting Christian nationalism
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The world's reaction to hantavirus is tinged by echoes of something else: COVID

The coronavirus pandemic's impact lingers, influencing our lives in both obvious and subtle ways

The world's reaction to hantavirus is tinged by echoes of something else: COVID
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

A ‘super El Niño?’ Why it’s too early to forecast one with certainty, but not too soon to prepare

Twin cyclones helped trigger massive ocean warming in the Pacific. But whether that leads to a strong El Niño is still uncertain. Here’s what you need to know.

A ‘super El Niño?’ Why it’s too early to forecast one with certainty, but not too soon to prepare
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Astrophysicists use ‘space archaeology’ to trace the history of a spiral galaxy

Astronomers want to understand how spiral galaxies form and get their massive spiral arms.

Astrophysicists use ‘space archaeology’ to trace the history of a spiral galaxy
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Will future missions to the Moon be sustainable? It may depend on whom you ask

Landing on the Moon can disturb its environment – people are discussing how to balance those concerns with political and economic goals.

Will future missions to the Moon be sustainable? It may depend on whom you ask
Education|Environment|Science|Technology|World

Pope decries the rise of AI-directed warfare, saying it leads to a spiral of annihilation

Pope Leo XIV has denounced investments in AI and high-tech weaponry, warning they lead to a “spiral of annihilation.”

Pope decries the rise of AI-directed warfare, saying it leads to a spiral of annihilation
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Science

How much is a bat worth? Protecting these tiny insect-eaters isn’t just good for farms – their deaths cost taxpayers and the wider economy

When bats disappear, farms become less productive, and that has broad implications far beyond the crops.

How much is a bat worth? Protecting these tiny insect-eaters isn’t just good for farms – their deaths cost taxpayers and the wider economy
Education|US

John Adams and Thomas Jefferson disagreed about the American Revolution’s meaning even as they lay dying

The founding generation in America was not of one mind. John Adams and Thomas Jefferson differed on crucial ideas, but exemplify the capacity for people to disagree and yet work for a common cause.

John Adams and Thomas Jefferson disagreed about the American Revolution’s meaning even as they lay dying
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Georgia High School senior finds power to face adversity through music class

Georgia High School senior finds power to face adversity through music class

Georgia High School senior finds power to face adversity through music class
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Engaging with arts and culture can slow biological aging as much as exercise, study suggests

Engaging with arts and culture can slow biological aging as much as exercise, study suggests

Engaging with arts and culture can slow biological aging as much as exercise, study suggests
Arts|Crime|Education

Muskets like those from 1776 are mostly exempt from today’s gun laws

Guns that are antiques or replicas of antiques are not considered firearms under federal law

Muskets like those from 1776 are mostly exempt from today’s gun laws
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Shakira, Madonna and BTS to headline 2026 World Cup Final halftime show

Shakira, Madonna and BTS to headline 2026 World Cup Final halftime show

Shakira, Madonna and BTS to headline 2026 World Cup Final halftime show
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

Some parents don't want their kids to use tech at school. But districts are pushing back

Parents across the country who are worried about excessive screen time in schools are lobbying educators to go back to pencils and paper

Some parents don't want their kids to use tech at school. But districts are pushing back
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Technology

Meta challenges New Mexico's $3.7 billion plan for teen mental health in social media trial

A lawyer for Meta Platforms on Wednesday argued that New Mexico's $3.7 billion proposal to address teen mental health harms goes too far, saying it would force

Meta challenges New Mexico's $3.7 billion plan for teen mental health in social media trial
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NAACP says Tennessee redistricting intentionally discriminates on basis of race

U.S. civil rights group NAACP said on Wednesday the new congressional map approved last week by Tennessee Republicans intentionally discriminated on

NAACP says Tennessee redistricting intentionally discriminates on basis of race
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

Family paints American flag in yard to celebrate 250 years of independence

Family paints American flag in yard to celebrate 250 years of independence

Family paints American flag in yard to celebrate 250 years of independence
Crime|Education

After teacher accused of sex with student in closet at high school, parents question what was taught in biology class

After teacher accused of sex with student in closet at high school, parents question what was taught in biology class

After teacher accused of sex with student in closet at high school, parents question what was taught in biology class
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King Charles III lays out UK government agenda as Starmer's job hangs in the balance

King Charles III has outlined the British government's legislative plans as Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces pressure to stay in power

King Charles III lays out UK government agenda as Starmer's job hangs in the balance
Education|Europe|Health|World

Princess Catherine arrives in Italy on first solo trip abroad after cancer goes into remission

Britain’s Princess Catherine is making her first overseas trip since announcing her cancer is in remission

Princess Catherine arrives in Italy on first solo trip abroad after cancer goes into remission
Business|Economy|Education|Finance

Intern teacher overcomes financial struggles to stay in the classroom

Intern teacher overcomes financial struggles to stay in the classroom

Intern teacher overcomes financial struggles to stay in the classroom
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Science|Technology

US FAA to equip its airport vehicles with transponders

The Federal Aviation Administration said Wednesday it will spend $16.5 million to install transponders on its airport vehicles after a fatal

US FAA to equip its airport vehicles with transponders
Crime|Education|Environment|Technology

1 injured when Cybertruck crashes into preschool, sets building on fire

1 injured when Cybertruck crashes into preschool, sets building on fire

1 injured when Cybertruck crashes into preschool, sets building on fire
Business|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady taking role as strategic adviser for Wagner College basketball

Basketball Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady is taking a position as a strategic adviser to the men’s basketball coach at Wagner College, where his son plans to play

Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady taking role as strategic adviser for Wagner College basketball
Arts|Education|Health|Sports

OG Anunoby is still not ready to practice fully, but the New York Knicks have time to wait

OG Anunoby could only participate in some parts of practice when the New York Knicks returned to work Wednesday

OG Anunoby is still not ready to practice fully, but the New York Knicks have time to wait
Arts|Business|Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

La Mesa reaffirms e-bike ban for children under 12, but critics say it misses the mark

La Mesa reaffirms e-bike ban for children under 12, but critics say it misses the mark

La Mesa reaffirms e-bike ban for children under 12, but critics say it misses the mark
Education|Europe|Technology|World

'Spark Interactive' trailer brings Holocaust education into the digital age

'Spark Interactive' trailer brings Holocaust education into the digital age

'Spark Interactive' trailer brings Holocaust education into the digital age
Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Technology

Girl's hearing loss sparks TikTok community and awareness

Girl's hearing loss sparks TikTok community and awareness

Girl's hearing loss sparks TikTok community and awareness
Education|Environment|Science

Impassioned students working to raise $10M to save bald eagle habitat in Big Bear Valley

Impassioned students working to raise $10M to save bald eagle habitat in Big Bear Valley

Impassioned students working to raise $10M to save bald eagle habitat in Big Bear Valley
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Hatchery delivers chicks to care home for therapy

Hatchery delivers chicks to care home for therapy

Hatchery delivers chicks to care home for therapy
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Technology

'It does give you choices': Man working to teach people about EVs through non-profit organization

'It does give you choices': Man working to teach people about EVs through non-profit organization

'It does give you choices': Man working to teach people about EVs through non-profit organization
Business|Crime|Education|Health|Political

'Jacob deserves these answers': Family of slain officer sues, says ambush was preventable

'Jacob deserves these answers': Family of slain officer sues, says ambush was preventable

'Jacob deserves these answers': Family of slain officer sues, says ambush was preventable
Business|Economy|Education

Elementary students open savings accounts after completing financial literacy program

Elementary students open savings accounts after completing financial literacy program

Elementary students open savings accounts after completing financial literacy program
Education|Environment

Historic Louisville documents discovered in Kentucky Cavern reveal stories from slavery era

Historic Louisville documents discovered in Kentucky Cavern reveal stories from slavery era

Historic Louisville documents discovered in Kentucky Cavern reveal stories from slavery era
Americas|Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Europe|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Procession honors Maine Warden who died in Tuesday plane crash

Procession honors Maine Warden who died in Tuesday plane crash

Procession honors Maine Warden who died in Tuesday plane crash
Education|Health|Sports

West Park High School staff honored for saving student’s life after sudden cardiac arrest

West Park High School staff honored for saving student’s life after sudden cardiac arrest

West Park High School staff honored for saving student’s life after sudden cardiac arrest
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Top French court rejects Amazon challenge over French book delivery fees

France's highest administrative court, the Conseil d'Etat, rejected on Wednesday a challenge by Internet giant Amazon over minimum delivery fees on books, as the country

Top French court rejects Amazon challenge over French book delivery fees
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle

'Pan's Labyrinth' returns to Cannes 20 years after record 22‑minute ovation

Mexican director Guillermo del Toro received the longest-ever standing ovation at the Cannes Film Festival two decades ago for his historical fantasy "

'Pan's Labyrinth' returns to Cannes 20 years after record 22‑minute ovation
Education|Health|Science

Ancient teeth hint at canoodling between early human relatives

An analysis of ancient teeth is giving scientists a rare peek into interactions between human relatives hundreds of thousands of years ago

Ancient teeth hint at canoodling between early human relatives
Business|Education|Environment|Sports|Technology

A Philadelphia golf course seeks to reclaim its status as a force for opportunity and inclusion

The Philadelphia region is rich in golf history, yet the area's greatest contribution to the game may have come from public course in West Philadelphia

A Philadelphia golf course seeks to reclaim its status as a force for opportunity and inclusion
Education|Europe|Health|Travel|World

Italy says ciao to Princess Kate on her first overseas trip since illness

Britain’s Princess of Wales on Wednesday visited the Italian city of Reggio Emilia, renowned for its approach to early

Italy says ciao to Princess Kate on her first overseas trip since illness
Economy|Education|Environment|Opinion|Science

Detroit’s water affordability crisis is tied to the uneven distribution of stormwater management costs – a fraught history explains why

Some Detroit residents spend as much as 25% of their disposable income on water bills. Many are struggling to keep up.

Detroit’s water affordability crisis is tied to the uneven distribution of stormwater management costs – a fraught history explains why
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Political

Family searches for stolen boat belonging to late Zumbrota officer: "It's a vessel of memories"

Family searches for stolen boat belonging to late Zumbrota officer: "It's a vessel of memories"

Family searches for stolen boat belonging to late Zumbrota officer: "It's a vessel of memories"
Arts|Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

How tarot readers are using AI – and what it says about our growing reliance on chatbots for emotional support and advice

Our engagement with AI is at a crossroads: Will we treat it as an all-knowing oracle or as a tool to expand our own way of seeing the world?

How tarot readers are using AI – and what it says about our growing reliance on chatbots for emotional support and advice
Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

Most people don’t know what they don’t know, but think they do – correcting your metaknowledge can make you a better teacher and learner

Do you actually know how a bicycle or a zipper work, or what a penny or a common brand logo look like? Intellectual humility can help reduce overconfidence in what you don’t understand.

Most people don’t know what they don’t know, but think they do – correcting your metaknowledge can make you a better teacher and learner
Education|Europe|Health|Travel|World

Princess Kate visits Italy in first official overseas trip since cancer treatment

Princess Kate visits Italy in first official overseas trip since cancer treatment

Princess Kate visits Italy in first official overseas trip since cancer treatment
Business|Economy|Education|Opinion|Political|World

Why Trump’s call to pull 5,000 US troops from Germany will hurt America

Overseas US military bases are integral to combat operations and can burnish the country’s image to advance its foreign policy goals.

Why Trump’s call to pull 5,000 US troops from Germany will hurt America
Business|Economy|Education|Finance|Political|US|World

Soros' Open Society Foundations commit $30M to groups fighting antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate

Open Society Foundations, the family philanthropy founded by hedge fund billionaire George Soros, is putting $30 million toward groups fighting antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate

Soros' Open Society Foundations commit $30M to groups fighting antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate
Education|Health|Science

Kids are in a ‘reading recession,’ as test scores continue to decline

Researchers are warning that the U.S. is experiencing a reading recession, a slide that predates the COVID-19 pandemic

Kids are in a ‘reading recession,’ as test scores continue to decline
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Environment|Political|World

Israel steps up attacks on Gaza since Iran truce, as military says Hamas rearming

Israel has escalated its attacks in Gaza in the five weeks since halting its joint bombing with the

Israel steps up attacks on Gaza since Iran truce, as military says Hamas rearming
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology

Seeking free money advice from AI? Don’t be so quick to upload any financial statements

Seeking free money advice from AI? Don’t be so quick to upload any financial statements

Seeking free money advice from AI? Don’t be so quick to upload any financial statements
Arts|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Science|Technology|World

US tariff whiplash pushed toy factory in China to brink of collapse

Had the United States kept tariffs on Chinese imports at triple digits for just one more day last year, Huntar Company would have collapsed, said David

US tariff whiplash pushed toy factory in China to brink of collapse
Economy|Education|Political|World

Mass protests in Argentina decry Milei's funding cuts to prized public universities

Tens of thousands of Argentines were flooding the streets of major cities nationwide to protest funding cuts by libertarian President Javier Milei to the public university system — a near-universal point of pride in this crisis-prone country

Mass protests in Argentina decry Milei's funding cuts to prized public universities
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Trump's redistricting push fizzles in South Carolina Senate but wins in Missouri's top court

President Donald Trump's efforts to reshape U.S. House districts have seen mixed outcomes

Trump's redistricting push fizzles in South Carolina Senate but wins in Missouri's top court
Crime|Education

Grieving father of murdered 17-year-old girl sues Meta and NYC in $50 million lawsuit

Grieving father of murdered 17-year-old girl sues Meta and NYC in $50 million lawsuit

Grieving father of murdered 17-year-old girl sues Meta and NYC in $50 million lawsuit
Arts|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Black Sabbath bass player, Debbie Gibson praise effort to find new homes for beagles

Pop star Debbie Gibson and Terry “Geezer” Butler, co-founder of the heavy metal band Black Sabbath, are singing the same tune when it comes to sparing dogs from medical experiments

Black Sabbath bass player, Debbie Gibson praise effort to find new homes for beagles
Education|Political|World

San Francisco leaders commemorate landmark Yick Wo case that shaped U.S. civil rights movement

San Francisco leaders commemorate landmark Yick Wo case that shaped U.S. civil rights movement

San Francisco leaders commemorate landmark Yick Wo case that shaped U.S. civil rights movement
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Political

A bus carries the untold story of Colorado's Native peoples; "We're still here"

A bus carries the untold story of Colorado's Native peoples; "We're still here"

A bus carries the untold story of Colorado's Native peoples; "We're still here"
Arts|Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Lakers want LeBron James to return for another season alongside Luka Doncic, GM Rob Pelinka says

If LeBron James wants to keep playing professional basketball, the Los Angeles Lakers want it to be with them

Lakers want LeBron James to return for another season alongside Luka Doncic, GM Rob Pelinka says
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

'They're ruining it for everybody': Bishop Ward parent frustrated after vandalism, postponed graduation

'They're ruining it for everybody': Bishop Ward parent frustrated after vandalism, postponed graduation

'They're ruining it for everybody': Bishop Ward parent frustrated after vandalism, postponed graduation
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|Health|Political

Who could replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader and Britain’s prime minister?

Who could replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader and Britain’s prime minister?

Who could replace Keir Starmer as Labour leader and Britain’s prime minister?
Education|Health|Lifestyle

Family of nurses continues generations of saving lives at Christ Hospital

Family of nurses continues generations of saving lives at Christ Hospital

Family of nurses continues generations of saving lives at Christ Hospital
Education|Entertainment|Environment|Science|Technology

Rare dinosaur species being studied at the Cincinnati Museum Center

Rare dinosaur species being studied at the Cincinnati Museum Center

Rare dinosaur species being studied at the Cincinnati Museum Center
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

Remembering the Virginia leader who helped bring MLK to Peanut Park

Remembering the Virginia leader who helped bring MLK to Peanut Park

Remembering the Virginia leader who helped bring MLK to Peanut Park
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Science

New Smithsonian exhibit traces bison’s rise, near extinction and comeback

New Smithsonian exhibit traces bison’s rise, near extinction and comeback

New Smithsonian exhibit traces bison’s rise, near extinction and comeback
Education|Political|US

Man who helped shape Oklahoma's civil rights history being honored with public memorial

Man who helped shape Oklahoma's civil rights history being honored with public memorial

Man who helped shape Oklahoma's civil rights history being honored with public memorial
Education|Entertainment|Health|Sports

Teen athlete performs with band after season-ending injury

Teen athlete performs with band after season-ending injury

Teen athlete performs with band after season-ending injury
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Student rescues woman from burning home

Student rescues woman from burning home

Student rescues woman from burning home
Business|Education|Environment|Lifestyle|Science

Great horned owls may help homeowners with rodent control

Great horned owls may help homeowners with rodent control

Great horned owls may help homeowners with rodent control
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

After a court win and first spring practice as Ole Miss' No. 1 QB, Chambliss is ready to recharge

Mississippi quarterback Trinidad Chambliss says he's looking forward to getting away after winning a long legal challenge and going through his first spring practice as the Rebels' projected starting quarterback

After a court win and first spring practice as Ole Miss' No. 1 QB, Chambliss is ready to recharge
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Science|Technology

Neil deGrasse Tyson takes on aliens and how we should greet them in 'Take Me to Your Leader'

Neil deGrasse Tyson has turned his lifelong fascination with aliens into a new book, “Take Me to Your Leader: Perspectives on Your First Alien Encounter.”

Neil deGrasse Tyson takes on aliens and how we should greet them in 'Take Me to Your Leader'
Crime|Education

Their sons were killed in police shootings. Now, these mothers are fighting to change Colorado law.

Their sons were killed in police shootings. Now, these mothers are fighting to change Colorado law.

Their sons were killed in police shootings. Now, these mothers are fighting to change Colorado law.
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Sports

A whole lot of heart: Teacher turns masks into works of art for former students

A whole lot of heart: Teacher turns masks into works of art for former students

A whole lot of heart: Teacher turns masks into works of art for former students
Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Firefighter creates program to help women break into the fire service

Firefighter creates program to help women break into the fire service

Firefighter creates program to help women break into the fire service
Business|Economy|Education|Finance

New York Fed finds ongoing student loan woes in first quarter

By Michael S.

New York Fed finds ongoing student loan woes in first quarter
Education|Environment|Science

Many of the Caribbean’s most important reefs are going unprotected

Healthy coral reefs can significantly reduce hurricane damage for coastlines, yet many still face harms, including pollution and ship damage, that people have the power to stop.

Many of the Caribbean’s most important reefs are going unprotected
Crime|Education|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

20 beagles from Ridglan Farms arrive at Wisconsin Humane Society's Milwaukee campus

20 beagles from Ridglan Farms arrive at Wisconsin Humane Society's Milwaukee campus

20 beagles from Ridglan Farms arrive at Wisconsin Humane Society's Milwaukee campus
Crime|Education|Health|Lifestyle

MPS employee arrested after student says he was 'slammed' to the ground

MPS employee arrested after student says he was 'slammed' to the ground

MPS employee arrested after student says he was 'slammed' to the ground
Business|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Sports

College Sports Commission wins key NIL arbitration in case brought by Nebraska football players

An arbitrator ruled in favor of the College Sports Commission in a case brought on behalf of Nebraska football players that is viewed as a key test for the new entity in charge of approving third-party name-image-likeness deals in college sports

College Sports Commission wins key NIL arbitration in case brought by Nebraska football players
Crime|Education|Technology

Data stolen in Canvas hack that hit thousands of schools has been returned, company says

Data stolen in Canvas hack that hit thousands of schools has been returned, company says

Data stolen in Canvas hack that hit thousands of schools has been returned, company says
Education|Health|Science

You can change your emotions – but it’s a 2-step process that takes some effort

When you’re upset, finding a new way to think about a negative situation can help you feel better. But researchers find the process takes some effort to really work.

You can change your emotions – but it’s a 2-step process that takes some effort
Education|Science|Technology

Button-pushing explorers: How to grasp that AI agents can do amazing things while knowing nothing

Today’s AI systems are powerful, and it’s natural to see them as having humanlike intelligence. Shaking that illusion is important – and difficult to do.

Button-pushing explorers: How to grasp that AI agents can do amazing things while knowing nothing
Education|Environment|Health|Science|Technology

Genome sequencing is rewriting the history of disease outbreaks – but without social context, it can tell only part of the story

From the Black Death to the COVID-19 pandemic, combining the genetic data of a pathogen with historical records, archaeological artifacts and epidemiological studies can uncover its origins.

Genome sequencing is rewriting the history of disease outbreaks – but without social context, it can tell only part of the story
Education

How America’s independence from England revolutionized US philanthropy

US charitable institutions rapidly changed in the 1780s as Americans established groups to support people in need and to reform society.

How America’s independence from England revolutionized US philanthropy
Arts|Education|Entertainment

Rick Riordan unveils new 'Camp Half-Blood' novels, starting this fall

Fans of Rick Riordan's “Percy Jackson” books can explore new adventures at Camp Half-Blood this fall

Rick Riordan unveils new 'Camp Half-Blood' novels, starting this fall
Business|Crime|Education|Technology|World

Deal reached with hackers to delete data stolen from the Canvas educational platform

Instructure, the company behind the online learning system Canvas, has reached a deal with hackers to delete data stolen in a cyberattack

Deal reached with hackers to delete data stolen from the Canvas educational platform
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Technology

Waymo recalls 3,800 robotaxis over risk of entering flooded roads

Waymo said on Tuesday it is recalling about 3,800 robotaxis in the United States after identifying a risk that vehicles could enter flooded roads

Waymo recalls 3,800 robotaxis over risk of entering flooded roads
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Election|Environment|Finance|Political|World

Ecuador's Espinosa joins battle to lead United Nations

Antigua and Barbuda has nominated Ecuador's Maria Fernanda Espinosa as candidate to be the next United Nations Secretary-General, a U.N. official told Reuters on Tuesday.

Ecuador's Espinosa joins battle to lead United Nations
Business|Crime|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Health|Political|Stock Markets|US

Laws on veterans, 9/11 families and election certification face threat in proxy voting case

Laws on veterans, 9/11 families and election certification face threat in proxy voting case

Laws on veterans, 9/11 families and election certification face threat in proxy voting case
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Environment|Health|Lifestyle

Adults relive the musical camaraderie of their youth at band camps reprised for grown-ups

Some adults are turning to music camps as an antidote to a world of increased isolation as they decide on their summer plans

Adults relive the musical camaraderie of their youth at band camps reprised for grown-ups
Education|World

Mexico keeps school calendar unchanged after backlash over World Cup plan

Mexico's education authorities agreed on Monday to keep the 2025-2026 school calendar unchanged, reversing a proposed early end to the academic year that had drawn

Mexico keeps school calendar unchanged after backlash over World Cup plan
Crime|Education|Technology

Developer of education tool Canvas issues apology after hack

The developer of Canvas, widely used by U.S. institutions for grades and class materials, issued an apology after a hack that ​blocked students from

Developer of education tool Canvas issues apology after hack
Education|Science|Technology|World

US scientists warn that termination of National Science Board hurts ability to compete with China

More than 2,000 scientists warned the U.S.

US scientists warn that termination of National Science Board hurts ability to compete with China
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Police and firefighters play kickball with foster children to build trust

Police and firefighters play kickball with foster children to build trust

Police and firefighters play kickball with foster children to build trust
Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Volunteers deliver surprise bouquets to mothers facing infertility, pregnancy loss on Mother's Day

Volunteers deliver surprise bouquets to mothers facing infertility, pregnancy loss on Mother's Day

Volunteers deliver surprise bouquets to mothers facing infertility, pregnancy loss on Mother's Day
Crime|Education|Technology|US

Lawsuit blames ChatGPT maker OpenAI for helping plan a school shooting

The widow of a man killed in a mass shooting at Florida State University is suing ChatGPT maker OpenAI, blaming the artificial intelligence chatbot for contributing to the tragedy

Lawsuit blames ChatGPT maker OpenAI for helping plan a school shooting
Business|Crime|Education|Environment|Health

Family of Boeing worker who died after workplace injury demands transparent investigation

Family of Boeing worker who died after workplace injury demands transparent investigation

Family of Boeing worker who died after workplace injury demands transparent investigation
Business|Education|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle

Is your relationship emotionally unsafe? Experts explain the signs and what to do

Is your relationship emotionally unsafe? Experts explain the signs and what to do

Is your relationship emotionally unsafe? Experts explain the signs and what to do
Education|Health|Lifestyle|Science

Pediatrics group issues new guidance on recess for the first time in 13 years

For the first time in more than a decade, a leading pediatricians group has put out new guidance about recess, saying it’s crucial for good health and good grades and should be part of the school day for students of all ages

Pediatrics group issues new guidance on recess for the first time in 13 years
Business|Education|Entertainment

A new $250,000 prize aims to spotlight those bringing American history to life

The New York Historical has launched a $250,000 prize to honor those who help the public better understand the past

A new $250,000 prize aims to spotlight those bringing American history to life
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology

NBC orders ‘Wordle’ game show hosted by Savannah Guthrie

NBC orders ‘Wordle’ game show hosted by Savannah Guthrie

NBC orders ‘Wordle’ game show hosted by Savannah Guthrie
Arts|Celebrity|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle

Tony Award for educators won by a Georgia teacher who stresses self-empowerment and storytelling

Freddie Hendricks, a middle school theater teacher in Georgia, is getting a Tony Award

Tony Award for educators won by a Georgia teacher who stresses self-empowerment and storytelling
Arts|Education|Entertainment

Lower East Side street named for ‘King of Comics’ Jack Kirby, a nod to one of the countless kids of immigrants who shaped the genre

New York City played a starring role in the golden age of comics. And like Kirby, many of the genre’s most famous artists were Jewish.

Lower East Side street named for ‘King of Comics’ Jack Kirby, a nod to one of the countless kids of immigrants who shaped the genre
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Expectations already sky-high for the NBA's draft class of 2026, and the picks are still weeks away

AJ Dybantsa is calling it already: The NBA draft class of 2026, in his mind, is one of the best in the history of the league

Expectations already sky-high for the NBA's draft class of 2026, and the picks are still weeks away
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What makes a good teacher? Ask a Republican and a Democrat, and they are likely to agree

Most American adults will say that they most valued teachers who really knew them, cared about them and made learning relevant to their lives.

What makes a good teacher? Ask a Republican and a Democrat, and they are likely to agree
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The missing link in America’s critical minerals push isn’t mining – it’s processing expertise

America was once the global leader in rare earth element production, but as processing moved to China, the US lost capacity and expertise. It can get them back.

The missing link in America’s critical minerals push isn’t mining – it’s processing expertise
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'It's sick': Animal advocates react after kennel workers charged in dog deaths

'It's sick': Animal advocates react after kennel workers charged in dog deaths

'It's sick': Animal advocates react after kennel workers charged in dog deaths
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The middle is a ‘unique place to be’ — what it’s like in the dead-center of America

The middle is a ‘unique place to be’ — what it’s like in the dead-center of America

The middle is a ‘unique place to be’ — what it’s like in the dead-center of America
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Why did ‘Tyrannosaurus rex’ have such short arms?

If humans had the same arm proportions as a T. rex, a 6-foot-tall person would have arms about 11 inches long.

Why did ‘Tyrannosaurus rex’ have such short arms?
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Delta-8, delta-9, THCA? What sets the different THC forms available in regulated cannabis products apart

Hemp-derived THC products are federally legal, for now. A chemist describes the different THC forms these products can contain and the legal restrictions placed on them.

Delta-8, delta-9, THCA? What sets the different THC forms available in regulated cannabis products apart
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How does your brain decide between the road not taken or the same old route? Resolving conflicting memories is key to navigation

Habit helps take the mental load off figuring out how to get somewhere. But relying on the familiar can make it harder to adapt to changes to your route and to find better ones.

How does your brain decide between the road not taken or the same old route? Resolving conflicting memories is key to navigation
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Older Americans say it’s a good time to find a job. Younger people aren’t buying it, new poll finds

A new poll finds that younger Americans are more pessimistic than older ones about the state of the job market

Older Americans say it’s a good time to find a job. Younger people aren’t buying it, new poll finds
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EU imposes sanctions on Russia individuals, entities in Russia over Ukrainian children

The European Union has imposed sanctions on 16 individuals and seven entities in Russia for systematic unlawful deportation of Ukrainian children, the EU Council said in a

EU imposes sanctions on Russia individuals, entities in Russia over Ukrainian children
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Tulsa Race Massacre reparations is soul-redeeming work for the US, Oklahoma civil rights lawyer says

Civil rights attorney Damario Solomon-Simmons learned about the Tulsa Race Massacre during college

Tulsa Race Massacre reparations is soul-redeeming work for the US, Oklahoma civil rights lawyer says
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Quarterback RJ Day, son of Ohio State coach Ryan Day, commits to Northwestern in 2027

Quarterback RJ Day says he is committing to play at Northwestern beginning in 2027

Quarterback RJ Day, son of Ohio State coach Ryan Day, commits to Northwestern in 2027
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Restaurant offers free meals to people grieving their moms this Mother's Day

Restaurant offers free meals to people grieving their moms this Mother's Day

Restaurant offers free meals to people grieving their moms this Mother's Day
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University of Michigan program pairs college students, older adults to combat loneliness

University of Michigan program pairs college students, older adults to combat loneliness

University of Michigan program pairs college students, older adults to combat loneliness
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Take a journey from pioneer life to present day at Farmamerica

Take a journey from pioneer life to present day at Farmamerica

Take a journey from pioneer life to present day at Farmamerica
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NAMI, family of young Annunciation shooting victim call on Minnesota lawmakers to pass gun violence bill

NAMI, family of young Annunciation shooting victim call on Minnesota lawmakers to pass gun violence bill

NAMI, family of young Annunciation shooting victim call on Minnesota lawmakers to pass gun violence bill