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Here's what teachers really want for National Teacher Appreciation Week

Pew Research Center came out with two damning reports in the past few weeks about the state of teaching in America, including a nationwide “What’s It Like To Be a Teacher in America Today?” survey. The answer? Not great!

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 25 minutes ago

Technology - New nuclear reactor comes online in Georgia - Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort. 7H ago - 05:50

Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.

CBS News - Technology - 54 minutes ago

Science - New nuclear reactor comes online in Georgia - Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort. 6H ago - 05:50

Georgia is home to the nation's newest nuclear reactor. It's bringing clean energy to the state, but the project has run over budget and past its original completion date. Drew Kann, climate and environment reporter for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins CBS News to explore the effort.

CBS News - Science - 1 hour ago

What's at stake in U.K. local voting ahead of a looming national election

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will hope he can point to successes to douse talk that the Conservative Party will change leader again before the United Kingdom’s main election.

NBC News - World - 2 hours ago

April 26-May 2, 2024 Workers marched during a May Day rally in Jakarta, anti-nuclear protesters demonstrated in front of Taiwan's Legislative Yuan in Taipei, and people in India's northeastern Assam state crossed the Brahmaputra River in a country boat to vote in the national election.

April 26-May 2, 2024 Workers marched during a May Day rally in Jakarta, anti-nuclear protesters demonstrated in front of Taiwan's Legislative Yuan in Taipei, and people in India’s northeastern Assam state crossed the Brahmaputra River in a country boat to vote in the national election.

AP News - World - 2 hours ago

Construction begins on national monument to honour 2SLGBTQ+ community - Canada - Ottawa - | May 2

The LGBT Purge Fund broke ground on the future site of its national monument in downtown Ottawa, the first step in the construction of a landmark meant to recognize the discrimination faced by 2SLGBTQ+ people across the country.

CBC News - Politics - 3 hours ago

G7 agrees to phase out coal power -- The group of nations in the G7 have announced an agreement to phase out coal power plants by 2035. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports. -- May 1

The group of nations in the G7 have announced an agreement to phase out coal power plants by 2035. CBS News senior national and environmental correspondent Ben Tracy reports.

CBS News - Science - 3 hours ago

Biden meets with families of officers killed in North Carolina, says nation is grieving with them

President Joe Biden said Thursday he was praying for loved ones and all those left behind after he met privately with the families of law enforcement officers shot to death on the job. The visit came just a week after he sat down with the grieving relatives of two cops killed in upstate New York.

Stars and Stripes - US News - 3 hours ago

Captain sentenced to 4 years for criminal negligence in fiery deaths of 34 aboard California scuba boat

The Conception fire that broke out off the coast of California on Sept. 2, 2019, is the deadliest maritime disaster in modern U.S. history.

NBC News - Technology - 5 hours ago

New Boeing capsule heading to International Space Station -- NASA may soon have another way to get astronauts into space. Plus, the agency reconnects with an old friend and how to train a dog for a walk ... on the moon. VOA's Arash Arabasadi brings us The Week in Space.

NASA may soon have another way to get astronauts into space. Plus, the agency reconnects with an old friend and how to train a dog for a walk ... on the moon. VOA’s Arash Arabasadi brings us The Week in Space.

Voice of America - Science - 5 hours ago

More than 2,000 people arrested nationwide in pro-Palestinian campus protests

The protests provoked debates about how leaders should enforce laws without infringing on speech. A University of Texas at Austin freshman told NBC News that “hell broke loose” as she was arrested.

NBC News - Technology - 5 hours ago

House of Commons Speaker won't step down amid renewed Conservative, Bloc calls for his resignation -- May 1, 2024

Conservatives said Greg Fergus should resign after he booted Pierre Poilievre out of Question Period but the Speaker’s office flatly rejected the demand

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 5 hours ago

Biden condemns violence during campus protests -- President Biden Thursday strongly criticized the violent protests which have engulfed college campuses nationwide, leading to nearly 2,000 arrests at more than 30 schools. Mr. Biden also said the protests do not change his position on the Israel-Hamas war. Nancy Cordes report from the White House.

President Biden Thursday strongly criticized the violent protests which have engulfed college campuses nationwide, leading to nearly 2,000 arrests at more than 30 schools. Mr. Biden also said the protests do not change his position on the Israel-Hamas war. Nancy Cordes report from the White House.

CBS News - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders says her state won't comply with a federal regulation that seeks to protect the rights of transgender students in the nation's schools.

Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders says her state won't comply with a federal regulation that seeks to protect the rights of transgender students in the nation's schools.

AP News - Politics - 7 hours ago

Republicans keep pressure on Biden after campus protest condemnation

President Joe Biden put to rest speculation over how strongly he would come down on a wave of disruptive protests engulfing college campuses.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Biden, after meeting with families of officers killed in NC, says the nation is grieving with them

President Joe Biden is detouring to Charlotte, North Carolina, to meet with the families of law enforcement officers shot to death on the job.

AP News - US News - 8 hours ago

Israel's Increasing Worries About the International Criminal Court, AP Explains

Israeli officials sound increasingly concerned that the International Criminal Court (ICC) could issue arrest warrants for the country’s leaders more than six months into the Israel-Hamas war. (May 1) AP

Military.com - US News - 9 hours ago

CTV National News: Biden speaks on campus protests

U.S. President Joe Biden has been criticized for not speaking out about the violent clashes on college campuses but that changed Thursday.

CTV News - World - 9 hours ago

Live Nation Says It's Not 'Legally Permissible' to Break Up the Company As DOJ Lawsuit Looms

The company believes the Justice Department investigation is more focused on specific business practices, rather than the Live Nation merger with Ticketmaster, which took place in 2020.

Hollywood Reporter - Business - 9 hours ago

California police flatten pro-Palestinian camp at UCLA -- Video -- 2:28

Hundreds of helmeted police swarmed the site of a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of California at Los Angeles early on Thursday, firing flash bangs, arresting defiant demonstrators and dismantling their encampment.

The Globe and Mail - World - 9 hours ago

National weather forecast for Friday May 3

National weather forecast for Friday May 3.

Sydney Morning Herald - Environment - 9 hours ago

Newsom signs new law that will raise California food menu prices yet again

California restaurant owners say they will be forced to raise menu prices even higher after a new law that bans fees and surcharges goes into effect in July.

Fox News - Business - 10 hours ago

A candidate seeking the Republican nomination for a central North Carolina congressional seat has announced she's suspending her campaign days before her primary runoff election.

A candidate seeking the Republican nomination for a central North Carolina congressional seat has announced she’s suspending her campaign days before her primary runoff election.

AP News - Politics - 10 hours ago

California drought map reveals good news

The map showed which states were expected to remain free from drought, and which states would see new drought develop this month.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

New Boeing capsule heading to International Space Station

NASA may soon have another way to get astronauts into space. Plus, the agency reconnects with an old friend and how to train a dog for a walk ... on the moon. VOA’s Arash Arabasadi brings us The Week in Space.

Voice of America - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Prince Harry makes bizarre excuse for snubbing King Charles's Coronation medals

Prince Harry had no intention of snubbing King Charles during his awards speech, Royal insiders have claimedThe Duke of Sussex faced criticism for not wearing King Charles's Coronation medals...

International The News - Entertainment - 13 hours ago

Minister of State for International Cooperation meets Saudi Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs

Doha: Minister of State for International Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs HE Lolwah bint Rashid Al Khater met on Thursday with Vice Min...

Peninsula Qatar - World - 13 hours ago

Photos: Clashes at pro-Palestinian demonstrations on California campuses

Photos: Clashes erupt at pro-Palestinian demonstrations on California campuses

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Why Israel is so determined to launch a ground offensive in Rafah -- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly rejects international pressure to call off an offensive on the southern Gaza city of Rafah.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu publicly rejects international pressure to call off an offensive on the southern Gaza city of Rafah.

CBS News - World - 13 hours ago

San Gabriel Mountains National Monument expands by more than 100,000 acres

The Biden administration added to the Southern California monument that was established by President Obama in 2014, and also expanded the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument in Northern California.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

California police flatten pro-Palestinian camp at UCLA, arrest protesters

LOS ANGELES: Hundreds of helmeted police swarmed the site of a pro-Palestinian protest at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), early on Thursday (May 2), arresting defiant demonstrators and dismantling their encampment. The pre-dawn police crackdown at UCLA marked the

Channel NewsAsia - World - 14 hours ago

'It's absolute chaos': Brigham nurses among Boston workers rallying for International Workers' Day

Several workers groups rallied in Boston on Wednesday including hotel employees, teachers, and Uber and Lyft drivers.

Boston Globe - Business - 14 hours ago

National Sports Center for the Disabled opens new adaptive program center -- The students participated in a field day where they had a chance to go on the obstacle course, grab a bow and arrow and shoot at the archery range, and tryout adaptive cycles for the launch of the new adaptive program.

The students participated in a field day where they had a chance to go on the obstacle course, grab a bow and arrow and shoot at the archery range, and tryout adaptive cycles for the launch of the new adaptive program.

CBS News - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

International students will be allowed to work 24 hours a week starting in September -- Nojoud Al Mallees -- News -- - -- Politics -- April 29

Immigration Minister Marc Miller says international students will be able to work off-campus for up to 24 hours per week starting in September.

CBC News - Business - 15 hours ago

Biden expands 2 national monuments in California significant to tribal nations

President Joe Biden has expanded two culturally significant California landscapes: the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument in Southern California and Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument in Northern California.

AP News - Politics - 15 hours ago

California second-grade teacher becomes rare traveler to visit every country in the world

“The more I travel, the more I realize I haven’t seen anything yet,” Lucy Hsu tells TODAY.com.

NBC News - Business - 17 hours ago

How AI is used to fight seasonal allergies -- Pollen counters are turning to artificial intelligence as seasonal allergies worsen due to climate change. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff explains how technology is changing the long and tedious process of pollen counting. -- Apr 30

Pollen counters are turning to artificial intelligence as seasonal allergies worsen due to climate change. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff explains how technology is changing the long and tedious process of pollen counting.

CBS News - Science - 20 hours ago

US policy in Gaza undermines its own national security

Opinion: Washington’s about-face on Gaza plays into Hamas' hands, weakening war on terror and making hostage deal less likely

YNET News - Opinion - 20 hours ago

National Day of Prayer 2024: 'People need a safe place to be with God'

For this year's National Day of Prayer, faith leaders and fervent believers shared thoughts and hopes about the importance of prayer at this time in our nation.

Fox News - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

Clippers on brink of playoff elimination after losing Game 5 to Mavericks

Luka Doncic has 35 points and 10 assists to lead the Mavericks to a Game 3 victory on Wednesday night, putting the Clippers down 3-2 in best-of-seven series.

Los Angeles Times - Sports - 1 day ago

Live Nation Concert Week: How to get $25 tickets to hundreds of shows

Concerts by 21 Savage, New Kids on the Block, Vampire Weekend are among the shows available through the promotion.

Chicago Sun-Times - Entertainment - 1 day ago

California's oil watchdog calls out industry for high gas prices; refiners push back

The average price for a gallon of regular in San Diego stood at $5.347 on Wednesday

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Business - 1 day ago

National weather forecast for Thursday May 2

National weather forecast for Thursday May 2.

Sydney Morning Herald - Environment - 1 day ago

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he has qualified for California's presidential ballot

In 1968, segregationist George Wallace ran for president backed by the American Independent Party. Now, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will too.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 1 day ago

Top summer travel destinations for 2024: These international spots were the most searched

Summer travel is nearing as families across the country search for vacation destinations. Delta Air Lines said these international spots are popular this year.

Fox News - Business - 1 day ago

'Lack of Respect': Army National Guard Criticized by Lawmakers for Bungling Enlistment Bonus Payments -- The Army National Guard recently sent out thousands of letters to former soldiers regarding potentially missed bonuses --...

The Army National Guard recently sent out thousands of letters to former soldiers regarding potentially missed bonuses -- asking them to figure out whether they're owed money.

Military.com - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Major Tony Award nominations announced -- Only on CBS Mornings, Tony Award-winning actors Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Renee Elise Goldsberry announced the nominations in six key categories for the 77th Annual Tony Awards. -- Apr 30

Only on CBS Mornings, Tony Award-winning actors Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Renée Elise Goldsberry announced the nominations in six key categories for the 77th Annual Tony Awards.

CBS News - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Hell's Kitchen, Stereophonic lead Tony Awards with 13 nominations each -- News -- - -- Entertainment

Two Broadway shows celebrating the origins of sonic creativity — the musical Hell's Kitchen powered by Alicia Keys songs, and the play Stereophonic about a '70s rock band at the edge of stardom — each earned a leading 13 Tony Award nominations Tuesday, a list that also saw a record number of women nominated for best director.

CBC News - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Stuart Varney: Where is Biden's condemnation of blatant antisemitism?

FOX Business' Stuart Varney discussed Biden's unwillingness to condemn anti-Israel protests on college campuses after pro-Hamas and pro-Israel groups clashed at UCLA.

Fox News - Business - 1 day ago

International students will be allowed to work 24 hours a week starting in September -- April 29, 2024

Immigration Minister says the reduced limit for off-campus work will ensure international students come to Canada to receive an education rather than find a job

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 1 day ago

High school researchers advance to international science fair

STUDENTS from Angeles City Science High School (ACSHS) gear up for the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair 2024 (ISEF 2024) from May 11 to 17 in Los Angeles, California.

Manila Times - Sports - 1 day ago

Officials warning of hotter temps this summer -- Officials from the National Weather Service and the CDC are already warning Americans about record-high temperatures in the coming months thanks to seasonal changes in the La Ni a climate pattern. With these rising temperatures, there's also a higher risk of wildfires and droughts. Scott Dance, a climate reporter for The Washington Post, joined CBS News to discuss the forecast. -- Apr 29

Officials from the National Weather Service and the CDC are already warning Americans about record-high temperatures in the coming months thanks to seasonal changes in the La Niña climate pattern. With these rising temperatures, there's also a higher risk of wildfires and droughts. Scott Dance, a climate reporter for The Washington Post, joined CBS News to discuss the forecast.

CBS News - Science - 1 day ago

REPORT: Transgender Athlete to Compete in National Women's Water Polo Championship

A transgender athlete will compete in the national women's water polo championship this weekend at Texas A&M University.

Breitbart - Sports - 1 day ago

Pro-Israel Demonstrators Attack UCLA Student Encampment as Protests Continue Nationwide

Pro-Palestinian student protesters were arrested and attacked at multiple universities as law enforcement escalated its crackdown on demonstrators.

Rolling Stone - Politics - 1 day ago

2024 Tony Award nominations announced -- See who's nominated for the 77th annual Tony Awards. The Tonys​​ will air live on CBS and Paramount+​ on Sunday, June 16. -- Apr 30

See who's nominated for the 77th annual Tony Awards. The Tonys​​ will air live on CBS and Paramount+​ on Sunday, June 16.

CBS News - Entertainment - 1 day ago

DEA's big marijuana shift could be a lifeline for California's troubled pot industry

How will the DEA's decision to reclassify marijuana affect California's ailing pot industry?

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Alicia Keys' musical 'Hell's Kitchen' and 'Stereophonic' tie for most Tony nominations

Daniel Radcliffe, Eddie Redmayne and Rachel McAdams are among the nominated stars.

NBC News - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Campaign to build new California city near Air Force base submits signatures to get on November ballot

A wealthy Silicon Valley-backed campaign to build a green city for up to 400,000 people near Travis Air Force Base in the San Francisco Bay Area has submitted what it says are enough signatures to qualify the initiative for the November election.

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Chicago productions on Broadway among 2024 Tony Award nominations

A total of 28 shows earned a Tony nod or more, with the musical “The Outsiders,” an adaptation of the beloved S. E. Hinton novel and the Francis Ford Coppola film, earning 12 nominations.

Chicago Sun-Times - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Campaign to build new California city submits signatures to get on November ballot

A wealthy Silicon Valley-backed campaign to build a green city for up to 400,000 people in the San Francisco Bay Area has submitted what it says are enough signatures to qualify the initiative for the November election.

CTV News - Science - 2 days ago

CTV National News: U.S. condemns campus protests

The White House is condemning the takeover of a Columbia University campus building by pro-Palestinian protesters. Joy Malbon reports.

CTV News - World - 2 days ago

National weather forecast for Wednesday May 1

National weather forecast for Wednesday May 1.

Sydney Morning Herald - Environment - 2 days ago

Hell's Kitchen, Stereophonic lead Tony Awards with 13 nominations each -- News

Two Broadway shows celebrating the origins of sonic creativity — the musical Hell's Kitchen powered by Alicia Keys songs, and the play Stereophonic about a '70s rock band at the edge of stardom — each earned a leading 13 Tony Award nominations Tuesday, a list that also saw a record number of women nominated for best director.

CBC News - World - 2 days ago

Tesla sales have peaked in California, industry group predicts

Tesla's sales fell in California for the second straight quarter, suggesting its popularity in the state may have peaked, industry group says.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 2 days ago

Former Fox News executive is named president of news and politics for NewsNation

Cherie Grzech joins NewsNation, while former president of news Michael Corn moves to New York to oversee prime-time programming.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 2 days ago

'Hell's Kitchen' and 'Stereophonic' tie for most 2024 Tony nominations

Alicia Keys' musical "Hell's Kitchen" and 1970's rock inspired "Stereophonic" led the nominations for the 2024 Tony awards.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Jonathan Groff earns 3rd Tony Award nomination for role in Sondheim revival on Broadway

Ronks native Jonathan Groff earned his third Tony Award nomination Tuesday morning, as announced by

Lancaster Online - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Opinion: California's budget deficit will force difficult cuts. This one should be the easiest

While Gov. Gavin Newsom has closed corrections facilities, the state's shrinking incarcerated population could enable several more.

Los Angeles Times - Opinion - 2 days ago

National weather forecast for Tuesday April 30

National weather forecast for Tuesday April 30.

Sydney Morning Herald - Environment - 3 days ago

International students will be allowed to work 24 hours a week starting in September

Immigration Minister says the reduced limit for off-campus work will ensure international students come to Canada to receive an education rather than find a job

The Globe and Mail - Business - 3 days ago

Family reunited with cat accidentally mailed 600 miles from Utah to California in an Amazon return box

Galena got into shoe box before it was shipped out to California and survived a week without food or water

Independent UK - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Trudeau calls on institutions to learn from Air Canada mishandling of First Nations headdress -- April 26, 2024

The airline has issued a statement calling the situation regrettable, and said it had reached out to the National Chief directly to better understand and apologize for her experience

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 3 days ago

Alan and Aidan Knipe steer Long Beach State's push for national volleyball title

Long Beach State setter Aidan Knipe and his father, the team's coach, have worked to avoid hints of favoritism while pushing to win a national title.

Los Angeles Times - Sports - 3 days ago

Climber in Alaska's Denali Park National Park dies after 2 fall 1,000 feet off mountain

Robbi Mecus, 52, died Thursday at Denali National Park in Alaska after falling about 1,000 feet while climbing Mount Johnson with a partner, officials said.

Fox News - US News - 3 days ago

California climbers train for Mt. Everest from the comfort of their own beds

Everest guide Adrian Ballinger is breaking with decades of tradition to create what he believes are better and more ethical ways to climb the world’s tallest mountain.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 3 days ago

S.F. International Arts Festival on the move, with events all over the Mission

Priced out of its longtime home in Fort Mason, the festival is moving to the Mission District, where it’s collaborating with more than a dozen venues.

San Francisco Chronicle - Entertainment - 4 days ago

Face shields, dry suits, showers: Lifeguards in South County adapt to persistent sewage contamination

Coronado lifeguard is leading effort to establish safety standards. 'This is the lifeguard’s cancer.'

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Environment - 4 days ago

California doctor was suffering delusions when he drove Tesla off cliff with family inside: psychologist

Dharmesh Patel allegedly tried to kill his wife and two children by driving his Tesla off a 250-foot cliff in California in January 2023.

Fox News - US News - 4 days ago

Opinion | The 'Ever-Giving' Woman: The Skewed Realm Of Organ Donation In India

Most women are ready to offer their organs to their sick husbands to save their lives, but the reverse rarely happens. Such is the deep-rooted patriarchal bias in society.

NDTV - Opinion - 4 days ago

National weather forecast for Sunday April 28

National weather forecast for Sunday April 28.

Sydney Morning Herald - Environment - 5 days ago

Though migration affects both US and Mexico, Mexican politicians rarely mention it -- Virtually everyone in a community meeting says they are uncomfortable with the new population, which has overwhelmed public services and become a flashpoint in local and national elections

Virtually everyone in a community meeting says they are uncomfortable with the new population, which has overwhelmed public services and become a flashpoint in local and national elections

Voice of America - Politics - 5 days ago

Vacationing at these destinations? You will pay tourist taxes, fees

Travelers may encounter a tourist tax or fee depending on their destination. Locals like New Zealand, Japan and Venice, Italy have them.

Fox News - Business - 5 days ago

NY vs. Trump: Cross examination of DA Bragg's first witness unravels important truths

In the Trump hush money trial, prosecutors have been shameless in tossing out incendiary words like "conspiracy" and "fraud." But Trump is not charged with either.

Fox News - Opinion - 5 days ago

Activities slated for National Small Business Week and Month in Delaware

The Delaware Division of Small Business is highlighting activities taking place during National Small Business Month in May and for National Small Business Week, April 28 through May 4.

Bay to Bay News - Business - 6 days ago

Northwestern students set up pro-Palestinian encampment, joining protesters nationwide

Students linked arms and formed a line against police after Northwestern leaders said the tent encampment violated university policy. By 9 p.m. protest leaders were told by university officials that arrests could begin later in the evening.

Chicago Sun-Times - US News - 7 days ago

California battery storage increasing rapidly, but not enough to end blackouts, Gov. Newsom says

Gov. Gavin Newsom said Thursday that California continued to rapidly add the battery storage that is critical to the transition to cleaner energy, but admitted it was not enough to avoid blackouts during heat waves.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 7 days ago

California Has Plan for Dramatic Health Care Change

The state has previously introduced laws that would bring universal health care to residents, but so far, none have been successful.

Newsweek - Health - 7 days ago

'Rivers in the sky' have drenched California, yet even more extreme rains are possible

Despite considerably back-to-back rainy winters in California, new research finds the region has seen much wetter years in the last 3,000 years. Experts worry that variability, coupled with climate change, could leave the state unprepared.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 7 days ago

Bird flu outbreak attacks US: Here's explanation

Outbreaks of Avian flu have been reported in a poultry facility in Michigan and a Texas egg producer this week.Infected dairy cows and the first known instance of a human catching Bird flu from a...

International The News - Health - 7 days ago

Mosquito season is upon us. So why are Southern California officials releasing more of them?

Vector control officials in Southern California are starting to release sterilized male mosquitoes to combat the summertime onslaught of ankle biters.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 7 days ago

Shareholders, State Officials Allege Political, Religious Discrimination by Bank of America

‘This isn’t the right way to do business in America,’ Indiana State Treasurer Daniel Elliott stated.

Epoch Times - US News - 8 days ago

Nation-state hackers exploit Cisco firewall 0-days to backdoor government networks

Perimeter devices ought to prevent network hacks. Why are so many devices allowing attacks?

Ars Technica - Business - 8 days ago

Updating California's grid for EVs may cost up to $20 billion

Charging electric vehicles at home will exceed most power lines' capacity.

Ars Technica - Science - 8 days ago

The first big-rig hydrogen fuel station in the U.S. opens in California

The Port of Oakland is home to the United States' first commercial hydrogen fuel station for big-rig trucks. It's a step on the road to cleaner trucking.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 8 days ago

Young girl survives cancer thanks to little sister's lifesaving donation: 'A perfect match'

A 10-year-old girl in the U.K. who had acute lymphoblastic leukemia is in remission thanks to her little sister, who was the perfect match for a bone marrow donation.

Fox News - Health - 9 days ago

Vandenberg Space Force Base Deemed Contaminant Free Amid Rising Cancer Concerns Among Missile Personnel -- The findings "found no instances of contamination above regulatory action levels" after testing for polychlorinated biphenyls...

The findings "found no instances of contamination above regulatory action levels" after testing for polychlorinated biphenyls, or PCBs, and volatile organic compounds that are believed to have negative health effects."

Military.com - Opinion - 10 days ago

Millions could lose internet access in California if this program expires

The Affordable Connectivity Program, which offers a $30 subsidy, helping millions of households across the U.S. connect to the internet, is slated to expire.

Los Angeles Times - Technology - 10 days ago

Paris NGOs file complaint against Israeli-French national for alleged torturing of Palestinians

Pro-Palestinian organizations demand prosecution to look into a video in which the IDF soldier is allegedly taunting Palestinian detainees during his service in Gaza

YNET News - World - 14 days ago

Travel -- See these Arizona natural wonders on Free National Park Day this weekend

Check out some of the most beautiful places in the state for free on April 20.

Phoenix New Times - Entertainment - 15 days ago

Supreme Court makes it easier to sue for job discrimination over forced transfers

The Supreme Court has made it easier for workers who are transferred from one job to another against their will to pursue job discrimination claims under federal civil rights law, even when they are not demoted or docked pay

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Politics - 15 days ago

News publishers' alliance calls on feds to investigate Google for limiting California links

The tech giant said it would limit some users' access on its search engine to articles from California news outlets, in response to proposed legislation to help publishers.

Los Angeles Times - Technology - 16 days ago

'West v China' as island nation holds vote that could shape region

Solomon Islands’ election overshadowed by secretive deals, disinformation and Beijing’s growing influence

Telegraph UK - World - 16 days ago

California woman dies after using toxic, lead-filled hemorrhoid cream

The California Department of Health has issued a public warning about a Vietnamese ointment after a Sacramento woman died of lead poisoning in March.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 17 days ago

California Supreme Court to hear appeal seeking to overturn new rooftop solar rules

Environmental groups say the California Public Utilities Commission made the wrong call on its NEM 3 decision

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Environment - 17 days ago

Israel concerned international alliance may dilute response to Iran

Analysis: Israeli officials argue that despite prior intelligence on Iran's attack, assessment on response to Damascus assassination was lacking and doubt effectiveness of forming official coalition

YNET News - Opinion - 17 days ago

Robots cook your burger and fries at this new California fast food restaurant

A new California restaurant claims to be the first fully autonomous restaurant, with its burgers and fries made by robots. As fast food chains increasingly try to find ways for machines to replace some human workers, NBC News’ Elwyn Lopez gets an inside look.

NBC News - Technology - 19 days ago

Google says it will reduce some user access to California news sites

Google said it will remove links to California news sites for some users because of concerns about a state bill that may require Google to pay publishers.

Los Angeles Times - Technology - 20 days ago

Georgia health officials link third measles case to unvaccinated international traveler

Georgia health officials have confirmed a third case of measles linked to an individual who does not live in the U.S. and had traveled internationally with a group of students.

Fox News - Health - 20 days ago

Opinion: My son was killed with a gun. Like too many California parents, I don't know who did it

Low homicide clearance rates help perpetuate gun violence. Legislation under consideration in Sacramento would help more families reopen cold cases.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 20 days ago

A California dog missing since the summer is found in Michigan

A dog missing in California since last summer turned up more than 2,000 miles away in Michigan. Police in a Detroit suburb responded to a call about a stray dog last week, picked up the terrier mix and contacted an animal welfare group.

AP News - Weird - 28 days ago

How AI powered robots are helping small farms -- From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting. -- Mar 28

From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.

CBS News - Technology - 1 month ago

'We could have national power outages lasting days,' electricity grid monitor says

National Emergency Management Authority head Yoram Laredo warns a war with Hezbollah will disrupt Israeli supply chains and power grids, leading to massive blackouts

YNET News - Business - 1 month ago

International conference held on AI in the service of medicine

More than 500 attend event hosted by non-profit Lemaanchem at Weizmann Institute including executives from international tech firms, medical professionals hospital administrators, researchers

YNET News - Science - 1 month ago

Chevron Will Pay Record Fines for Oil Spills in California

The penalties come after an investigation by The Desert Sun and ProPublica found that companies were profiting from illegal spills and California’s oversight of the industry was lax.

ProPublica - Environment - 1 month ago

Ikea to open new Irish store next month as part of nationwide expansion plan

Swedish furniture giant Ikea is set to open another Irish ‘plan and order point’ store next month.

Independent.ie - Business - 1 month ago

Fenced in by Sulawesi national park, Indigenous women make forestry breakout

SOUTH KULAWI, Indonesia — In a forested valley in the interior of Sulawesi Island, Elisabet Heta gathers up a clutch of farming tools used by the Moa Indigenous people and leaves home. “I want to go to the pampa,” Elisabet told Mongabay Indonesia, before the mother of four set out for the fields here in […]

Mongabay - Top Stories - 1 month ago

California could ban snacks like Flamin' Hot Cheetos in schools -- Cheetos varieties, including the spicy Flamin' Hot version, and other chips like Doritos include red 40, yellow 5 and yellow 6 - all on the list of ingredients that would be banned if the bill is enacted. Here are other foods that include dyes.

Cheetos varieties, including the spicy Flamin' Hot version, and other chips like Doritos include red 40, yellow 5 and yellow 6 – all on the list of ingredients that would be banned if the bill is enacted. Here are other foods that include dyes.

CBS News - Health - 1 month ago

Taiwan has a 'delegation' at China's National People's Congress

The fake representatives are another example of absurdist dramas Beijing creates for itself.

Radio Free Asia - Opinion - 1 month ago

Authorities struggle to protect Bolivian national park from drug-fueled deforestation

In 2020, a Mongabay reporting team visited Bolivia’s Amboró National Park and Integrated Management Natural Area and found that portions of its protected forest had been cleared and replaced by illegal coca crops. Coca is a plant native to South America and is used to produce cocaine. Satellite imagery and data show that deforestation has […]

Mongabay - Environment - 2 months ago

'White Christian Nationalism' Targets Black Voters in 2024: Activists

"The clear and present danger is Trump," says Black Votes Matter Fund co-founder Cliff Albright. This election, Albright says, is "very critical for the Black community because we are being directly targeted."

Inside Edition - Politics - 2 months ago

Hours on hold, limited appointments: Why California babies aren't going to the doctor

Most California kids rely on Medi-Cal for vital preventive care, but many are missing necessary health screenings because of trouble accessing its services.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 2 months ago

Marines Field New Technology that Can Measure Bullet Trajectory, Simulated Wounds in California Exercise -- In its largest annual war game, the Marine Corps outfitted thousands of Marines with new technology meant to measure just how...

In its largest annual war game, the Marine Corps outfitted thousands of Marines with new technology meant to measure just how deadly they can be -- an effort to shed decades-old equipment and usher the service into a new age of combat data collection.

Military.com - Technology - 2 months ago

International operation tales down dangerous Lockbit cybercrime gang

Law enforcement from 11 countries join in operation against cybergang collecting $120 million in ransom; Israel cyber authority published updated manual outlining tactics used in cyberattacks and the means of defense against them

YNET News - Technology - 2 months ago

UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron asks Chinese FM Wang Yi to use influence on Iran to pressure Houthis -- Iran-backed Houthis' drone and missile action in the Red Sea since the start of the war between Israel and Hamas in October 2023 has disrupted the movement of commercial vessels, affecting international trade and forcing many ships to change routes

Iran-backed Houthis’ drone and missile action in the Red Sea since the start of the war between Israel and Hamas in October 2023 has disrupted the movement of commercial vessels, affecting international trade and forcing many ships to change routes

First Post - Technology - 2 months ago

Imran Khan's party vows nationwide protest against alleged election rigging, to join opposition in Pak's parliament

PTI leader Barrister Muhammad Ali Saif announced on Friday that following the instructions of PTI founder Khan, the party has decided to sit in the Opposition both at the Centre and in the key province of Punjab

First Post - World - 2 months ago

Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu rejects international recognition of Palestinian state

'Israel will continue to oppose unilateral recognition of a Palestinian state,' Netanyahu said in a post in Hebrew on social media platform X

First Post - World - 2 months ago

Companies and Universities Can Help Reverse Military Recruiting Shortfalls Threatening America's National Security

Military recruiting shortfalls threaten our national security during a critical time as two wars that could quickly escalate are being waged.

Military.com - Opinion - 2 months ago

A record number of Californians are visiting emergency rooms for dog bites

Dog bites led to about 48,600 California emergency room visits in 2022, the highest in at least 18 years. 2022 saw about 125 ER visits for dog bites per 100,000 California residents, about 70% higher than 2005.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 3 months ago

Medicare Certifies Hospices in California Despite State Ban on New Licenses

The agency has rolled out sweeping changes to target end-of-life care providers that were billing for unneeded services, but some fraud hot spots continue to evade scrutiny.

ProPublica - Health - 3 months ago

Lawmakers take on court rulings that apply sex discrimination rules to religious schools, churches

New legislation in Congress would stop federal judges from applying Title IV sex discrimination rules on religious schools or churches because of their tax-exempt status.

Washington Times - Top Stories - 3 months ago

NASA Eyes Billion-Dollar Space Vehicle to Avert International Space Station's Uncontrolled Reentry -- Companies have until March 4 to propose their plans for what NASA is calling the United States Deorbit Vehicle to try to...

Companies have until March 4 to propose their plans for what NASA is calling the United States Deorbit Vehicle to try to safely bring the International Space Station back to Earth.

Military.com - Technology - 3 months ago

Nations strike deal at COP28 to transition away from fossil fuels

Negotiations for a climate deal spilled into overtime at the COP28 summit in Dubai on Wednesday, as nearly 200 countries sought to bridge divisions on the future role of fossil fuels — by far the most contentious issue.

Reuters - Environment - 4 months ago

Child poverty levels in the UK worst among world's richest nations, UNICEF report finds

Child income poverty rates in the United Kingdom were the highest among the world's richest countries, a report by U.N. children's agency UNICEF said, ranking bottom of the table for changes in those rates in the past decade.

Reuters - Health - 4 months ago

Kyrgyzstan moves to rid national flag of likeness to 'fickle' sunflower

Kyrgyzstan's parliament voted on Wednesday to tweak the design of the national flag after critics, including President Sadyr Japarov, said its central element looked like a sunflower which in the local culture symbolises fickleness and servility.

Reuters - Weird - 5 months ago

How Dominica's designation of the world's first sperm whale sanctuary can help fight climate change

More sperm whale excrement equals more plankton, which translates into more CO2, a greenhouse gas, being trapped.

Global Voices - Science - 5 months ago

The Historic Claims That Put a Few California Farming Families First in Line for Colorado River Water

Twenty families in the Imperial Valley received a whopping 386.5 billion gallons of the river’s water last year — more than three Western states. Century-old water rights guarantee that supply.

ProPublica - Environment - 5 months ago

National Clean Energy Week: Celebrating U.S. Clean Energy Leadership

“National Clean Energy Week: Celebrating U.S. Clean Energy Leadership” is a Special Advertising supplement to The Washington Times.

Washington Times - Top Stories - 7 months ago

Supreme Court Keeps Navajo Nation Waiting for Water

Decades of negotiations between the tribe and Arizona over water rights have proven fruitless. The court case was the Navajo Nation’s bid to accelerate the process and secure water for its reservation.

ProPublica - Environment - 10 months ago

It Will Cost Up to $21.5 Billion to Clean Up California's Oil Sites. The Industry Won't Make Enough Money to Pay for It.

An expert used California regulators’ methodology to estimate the cost of cleaning up the state’s onshore oil and gas industry. The study found that cleanup costs will be triple the industry’s projected profits.

ProPublica - Environment - 11 months ago