Amazon managers have been told to keep performance-improvement plans secret from employees,...

Summary List PlacementAmazon managers have been directed not to tell employees when they are put on performance-improvement plans, The Seattle Times reported. The guidance was posted on an...

Chris Hayes Keeps Blasting Tucker Carlson's Vaccine Comments: 'Despicable'

The MSNBC host took aim at Tucker Carlson for the second night in a row on the issue of COVID-19 vaccines.

Black Sea drills showcase strong NATO-Ukraine defense ties

Ukraine and NATO warships and military planes have conducted Black Sea drills in a two-week show of their strong defense ties and capability

Review prompted by building collapse closes Miami courthouse

The Miami-Dade County Courthouse will begin undergoing repairs immediately after a review, prompted by the deadly collapse of a nearby condominium building, found that safety concerns exist within...

I Decided to Follow the Trend of Praising Children Even If They Behave Like Little Monsters

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10 things we learned about Covid travel this week

Planning travel this summer is a lot like struggling through high school math.

Omaha-area storm downs trees, flips plane, leaves thousands without power

Severe thunderstorms in Nebraska left nearly 200,000 customers without power overnight Friday, according to reports.

Yeah, man, but it's a dry heat

Grizzly bear shot dead after killing woman in Montana

Leah Davis Lokan, 65, was on a mountain biking trip when she was attacked by the bear.

We need help': Haiti's interim leader requests US troops

“We definitely need assistance and we’ve asked our international partners for help,” Interim Prime Minister Claude Joseph said late Friday. “We believe our partners can assist the national police...

Attempted Republican Troll Of Joe Biden’s Obama Quip Goes Awry

The Republican National Committee’s tweet was branded “the dumbest f**king thing possible."

China imposes security checks on tech companies seeking overseas listings

Beijing fears sensitive data could be obtained by foreign regulators

Wave of speculation and uncertainty grips Haiti after President's assassination

The charred shells of three burned-out cars marked the road to the president's house on Friday in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Just up the hill, former leader Jovenel Moise had been murdered in his...

The founder of a $15 billion crypto finance firm explains why it can offer up to 7.5% interest...

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DOJ sounds alarm over Trump's insinuations that he'll be "reinstalled" in August

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security also expressed concern about Trump's "reinstatement" fantasies

Arizona Gov. Ducey signs bill banning critical race theory from schools, state agencies

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey announced Friday that he signed two bills regarding the education of the state's children.

Mega Millions Numbers for 07/09/21: Did Anyone Win the $94 Million?

The Mega Millions jackpot on Friday night had a cash option of $67 million but did anyone take it home?

Tesla CEO Elon Musk goes to trial Monday to defend $2.6 billion SolarCity acquisition

Drake's Been Dating Johanna for Months, Mentoring Son Too

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Livestream Panels: Easily generate custom panels for your livestreams for free.

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Bristol musicians challenging gender norms

Mandi went through their transition from male to female while working as a DJ in Bristol.

Duck Dynasty' Star Kay Robertson Healing Nicely After Dog Bite

Kay Robertson's recovery's going so well following her recent dog attack, she might be back to her old self sooner than expected ... and without surgery. The matriarch of the "Duck Dynasty" family...

Advice on the privacy and personal data protection aspects of a digital euro [pdf]

Iran officials: No casualties from reported Tehran explosion

Iranian police say there are no casualties or damage from a reported explosion at a public park near state TV headquarters in the capital Tehran

Donald Trump Jr. Mocks Texas At CPAC Dallas And Gets The Tumbleweed Treatment

“Way to insult the people you want on side,” one Twitter user responded to Donald Trump’s son. “Tough room,” joked another.

Finally, a fire in California not caused by a gender reveal party [Spiffy]

Extreme temperatures kill 5 million people a year with heat-related deaths rising, study finds

More people died of cold than heat in past 20 years but climate change is shifting the balance

New virus surge sends younger patients to Spain's hospitals

Julio Miranda had never felt the threat of the coronavirus too close. With an appointment for his first COVID-19 jab scheduled for mid-July, the 48-year-old house painter was, like many in the...

LLVM 12.0.1 Released

Lewis Hamilton: ‘Everything I’d suppressed came up

He’s the most successful driver Formula One has ever seen, and its only Black star. Now Lewis Hamilton has a new mission: to change the sport that made him.As Lewis Hamilton rose through the ranks...

UFC 264 Full Fight Video: Watch Conor McGregor Knock Out Dustin Poirier In First Fight

Conor McGregor faces Dustin Poirier in a third fight tonight in the main event of UFC 264.

There’s no evidence a Covid booster shot is necessary, says Dr. Ashish Jha

Dr. Ashish Jha explains why he's following the scientific evidence when it comes to a Covid booster shot.

Send the abysmal chump to Romania! Hell, buy his ticket!"

In June 2017, a woman wrote to E. Jean Carroll, "About a month ago, I discovered that my husband has been conducting an expensive, three-month affair with a 25-year old Romanian Cam Girl. He...

Readstack: Zero-stress app to save the articles you want to read later

“ Hi! We are happy to share a product we've been working on. Traditional reading list apps are super stressful: you see dozens of unread articles you need to read and you often skip...

Malaysia's AirAsia bought Gojek's Thai business in an all-stock deal, giving Gojek a 4.76% stake...

Malaysia carrier furthers its "superapp" ambitions via deal with Indonesia unicorn

Tripping in LSD's Birthplace: A Story for "Bicycle Day"

After consuming magic mushrooms in Basel, Switzerland, I ran into Albert Hofmann, the chemist who catalyzed the psychedelic era. ... In his writings, Hofmann occasionally divulged misgivings about...

Intel offers to spread $20bn chip factory investment across EU

Semiconductor maker talks of ‘ecosystem-wide project’ as it lobbies for support from bloc

Recommend working at Walmart? Never, say Black managers in survey

A survey of 56 senior Black executives at largest private employer in US found they would not urge people of color to join the retailerSome Black senior managers at US retail giant Walmart do not...

China's internet regulator says any Chinese company with data for more than 1M users must...

China's cyberspace regulator said on Saturday any company with data for more than 1 million users must undergo a security review before listing its shares overseas, broadening a clampdown on its...

Artifice or Intelligence?

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19 People Whose Willpower Is Simply Unimaginable

It’s believed that boasting isn’t good — at least that’s what our parents told us when we were kids. But sometimes, we achieve things that make us incredibly proud, and we just can’t help but tell...

39 Beauty Products Reviewers Over 50 Swear By

You'll wonder how you went so long without them in your life.

Disney Snags Rights to Animation ‘Dalia and the Red Book’ in Latin America (EXCLUSIVE)

Disney is making moves on Cannes market titles. The company has acquired the rights to the upcoming animated pic  “Dalia and the Red Book” across all of Latin America. Disney plans to release the...

CAT&Docs Takes World Rights to Timely Afghan Girls Doc ‘Melting Dreams’ (EXCLUSIVE)

CAT&Docs, the Paris-based sales agency run by veteran Catherine Le Clef and partners Maelle Guenegues and Aleksandra Derewienko, has acquired the international rights to Haidy Kancler’s “Melting...

Amid Declining Popularity, Bolsonaro's Disapproval Rating Surpasses 50% for First Time

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's disapproval rating passed 50 percent for the first time, according to a poll published by the Datafolha Institute, marking a new low in the far-right leader's...

Opportunity Ahead? A Week Of Negatives Increases Probability Of Stock Market Correction

Four negative issues are creating uncertainties that could lessen investor optimism

33 Organization Products To Make Your Home Look Put Together On The *Surface*

They'll never even suspect you have a secret junk closet.

Surging California wildfire prompts Nevada evacuations

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The Pentagon's JEDI Contract Is Dead -- but It Will Return

A controversial $10 billion Defense Department cloud contract is back to square one.

Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani in rare company with upper-deck home run in Seattle's T-Mobile Park

Los Angeles Angels' Shohei Ohtani in rare company with upper-deck home run in Seattle's T-Mobile Park  ESPN7/9/21: Open Game Thread  Lookout LandingLos Angeles Angels at Seattle Mariners odds,...

Awaiting news, families of condo victims bond together

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) — At the Seaview Hotel in Surfside, a vast and once impersonal ballroom has become a refuge — a shared space of hope and sorrow where grieving families comfort each...

Buena Park police respond to shooting outside of Knott's Berry Farm; no active shooter

Buena Park police were responding Friday night to a shooting outside of Knott's Berry Farm.

AP Week in Pictures: Global

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The Suns Have Gone Old School at Center. It’s Working

The center matchup between Milwaukee’s Brook Lopez and Phoenix’s Deandre Ayton is pitting two eras of basketball against each other.

Companies Target a New Market: The Stressed Out

Makers of goods from cars to cereal push products and marketing that aim to soothe pandemic-fueled consumer anxieties.

Why the Hell Is Everyone Watching ‘Mother’s Day’ on Netflix?

This is a preview of our pop culture newsletter The Daily Beast’s Obsessed, written by senior entertainment reporter Kevin Fallon. To receive the full newsletter in your inbox each week, sign up...

These Republicans Are Tiptoeing Toward a Green New Deal

If you had told climate activists a year ago that the country was on the cusp of $25 billion for electric transmission lines and a smart grid, $7.5 billion for charging stations and $3.5 billion...

Samsung makes its free TV Plus streaming service available on the web

Even people who don't own Samsung devices can now enjoy its ad-supported streaming service. According to Protocol, the tech giant launched TV Plus — something that used to be exclusively available...

Heat wave and Oregon wildfire lead Flex Alert to be extended to Saturday

The California Independent System Operator, which runs the electric grid for most of the state, has extended its Flex Alert in response to a heat wave and a wildfire in Oregon.

10 July 2021 movies not to miss (and where to watch them)

From actioners like "Black Widow" & "Snake Eyes" to family films like "Jungle Cruise," summer movie season is here

Get a lifetime of access to 12min Micro Book Library and get a $30 store credit free

Americans spend almost three hours a day watching TV, and another half-hour playing games or surfing the web. And so how much time does the average American spend reading for pleasure? 16 minutes....

Biden sending strike force to ​help combat skyrocketing crime in Chicago and four other cities

President Joe Biden ordered a strike force to help curb crime in Chicago, Illinois, and four other cities as homicides skyrocketed over the Fourth of July weekend. Chicago experienced its most...

CBS Evening News, July 9, 2021

FDA and CDC push back on need for COVID-19 booster shots; Seamstress gives Navy veteran his dream uniform.

Arizona Gov. Ducey signs bill aiming to prohibit critical race theory training for government employees

Amid an ongoing societal debate over the teaching of critical race theory, Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey signed a bill on Friday that will bar state and local governments from making employees...

Haiti calls on U.S. to send troops

Haitian authorities have asked the United States to send troops to the country to help protect critical infrastructure following the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse, the New York Times...

Suspect charged in murders of golfer Gene Siller and two others

Bryan Anthony Rhoden faces three counts of murder, three counts of aggravated assault and two counts of kidnapping, officials said Thursday.

FTC Launches Investigation Into Amazon's MGM Acquisition: Report

FTC Launches Investigation Into Amazon's MGM Acquisition: Report  GizmodoAmazon-MGM merger under scrutiny as FTC reportedly launches investigation  CNETHow Joe Biden Administration’s Stricter...

Greg Clark, Former 49ers Tight End, Dies at Age 49

Former San Francisco 49ers tight end Greg Clark has died at the age of 49. Clark's family released a statement Friday announcing his passing, per <a...

A Deep Dive Into Every One Of The Best Swimsuit Brands

We’ve got a checklist going to make sure we have everything we need to do for the hottest-girl summer on record: stock up on top-rated sunscreen; book the best lake house rental on Airbnb; acquire...

Jim Cramer on looming earnings season

Jim Cramer on looming earnings season  CNBC TelevisionJim Cramer blames market sell-off on government failures to contain delta spread  CNBCJim Cramer's Take on the Selloff, Pfizer and...

Watch and cringe: Trump Jr. tries to be funny on CPAC stage and is met with humiliating silence

Yeesh. This video is hard to watch. Donald Trump Jr. was trying to be funny at a CPAC conference today but was met with dead silence. His lame attempt at humor looked almost promising at first....

Binx The Cat, A Survivor Of The Florida Condo Collapse, Was Reunited With His Family

Binx was found in the vicinity of the collapsed building and brought to an animal shelter. He was reunited with his family on Friday.

California set to require face masks at schools this fall

Ahead of new school guidelines expected next week, health officials in California said Friday that requiring face coverings will allow all schools to reopen this fall for full in-person instruction.

Biden Warns Putin to Act Against Russian Ransomware Group

Mr. Biden’s phone call appeared to be a pointed ultimatum to stop the hackers, who have attacked computer networks in the United States with relative impunity.

Steph Curry Outshines Mahomes, Rodgers in Round 1 of American Century Championship

Even though they are renowned for their ability in their own sport, Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs, Aaron Rodgers of the Green Bay Packers and...

COVID-19 cases surge across U.S. due to Delta variant

As vaccination rates dwindle and the Delta variant becomes a growing public health concern, COVID cases appear to be surging across the U.S.The big picture: "Twenty-four states have seen an uptick...

USDA unveils $500 million plan to help build more, smaller meat processing plants

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, announced the program Friday in addition to another $150 million to be used for existing small processing facilities to help them...

San Diego Comic-Con 2021: All The Panels We Can’t Wait To Watch

To help you figure out which panels you simply cannot miss, here are some of the highlights from this year's SDCC.

Samsung quietly launched its free TV service on the web

Samsung recently launched a web version of its free and ad-supported Smart TV Plus streaming service for live and linear programming as well as added casting support for Chromecast devices. The...

Didi Tried Balancing Pressure From China and Investors. It Satisfied Neither

The ride-sharing giant gave regulators in Beijing the impression it would pause the IPO. It told bankers in New York it had a green light. The resulting backlash has cast a fresh pall over China’s...

Death valley hits 130℉, within 4 degrees of world record!

Biden’s executive order puts net neutrality back in the spotlight

Earlier today President Biden signed the Executive Order on Promoting Competition in the American Economy, and in it there were several provisions relating to net neutrality. The prior...

Netflix's anime adaptation of classic manga 'Spriggan' debuts in 2022

Netflix has shared a new trailer for Spriggan, its upcoming adaption of Hiroshi Takashige and Ryoji Minagawa’s seminal manga of the same name. The streaming giant first announced series in 2019,...

Why TAL Education Group Shot 9% Skyward Today

An arm of a storied international banking group has bought a stake in the company.

I Once Called English Football a ‘Tragedy’ on the Cover of TIME. Who Knew It Might Have a Happy Ending?

Once again, English fans are chanting that 'it's coming home.' Only this time, the expectations are real

You Are Now Entering the Switchcourse

We all love the Switch, we just want it to be better.

Jon Hamm And John Slattery Are Getting The ‘Mad Men’ Back Together For The New ‘Fletch’ Movie

The two SCDP partners will reunite to tackle 'Confess, Fletch,' a reboot of the Chevy Chase film series based on the original novels.

An Office Phone Flaw Can’t Be Fixed By Cisco Alone

The company released a patch this week but security researchers say the root of the problem is beyond its control—and symptomatic of a larger issue.

Dave Lampert, Inventor of the Sybian Sex Aid, Dead at 90

The professional dance instructor developed the Sybian Sex Machine — a vibrating, mountable device that brought women to climax — in the 1980s

6 Months After The Insurrection, The Remaining Capitol Fencing Comes Down

Although the last of the temporary fencing will be removed in the next few days, the Capitol itself will remain closed to most members of the public.

After 20 Years Of War, These Photos Capture The US Quagmire In Afghanistan

"I think this is in many ways the worst possible outcome."

Taschen's Having a Big Flash Sale, So Grab These Amazing Art Books

From Tom of Finland and Salvador Dali, to sneakerhead bibles and occult iconography, there's something for everyone on big-time markdown RN.

Dierks Bentley’s 2021 Seven Peaks Festival Canceled Over Capacity Restrictions

Music and camping event's third year had been set for September 3rd to 5th in Buena Vista, Colorado

Personal Finance Daily: What to know if your Wells Fargo personal line of credit is canceled and...

You're Gonna Need a Bigger Shirt

Slim-fits are for suckers.

Market Snapshot: A crazy week for U.S. stocks came with a change in the market narrative

Goodbye, inflation scare. Hello, growth fears. A topsy-turvy week for the stock market is accompanied by a change in the market narrative --- should investors believe it?

To Protect Against Existential Anxiety, Give Yourself Some Limits

There’s real power in minimizing your choicesContinue reading on Forge »

10 Video Games for Newbies Who Always Wanted to Become Gamers

Video games offer a wide range of genres and gameplay styles, and there’s probably a game out there for everyone. But despite the variety of experiences, jumping into console or PC gaming can be...

After Donald Trump, Is Cruelty Still the Point for Republicans?

Adam Serwer, author of The Cruelty Is the Point, talks about Donald Trump and whether other Republicans have the “sauce” to capitalize on cruelty.

Influencers Aren't Really Feeling The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale This Year

After years of complaints that influencers have “ruined” the sale once called the “Super Bowl of swipe-ups,” many are moving on.

The Difference Between Aluminum and Tin Foil

We recently posted about the many ways aluminum foil is helpful around the house and quickly found that mentioning “tin foil” was scientifically incorrect (and I’m always willing to admit my...

Haitian opposition leader hired D.C. lobbyist two days before president's assassination

Pierre Reginald Boulos now seeking U.S. support for what he described as a newly signed agreement to establish an interim Haitian government.

The First Cast Photo Of The Sex And The City Reboot Is Here & Fans Can’t Stop Talking About It

Leave it to the die-hard Sex And The City fans to give their honest and unfiltered opinions on the first cast photo from the series’ highly anticipated reboot And Just Like That. Since Sarah...

Violence Over a Transphobic Hoax Shows the Danger of Dismissing Anti-Trans Hate

Police suspect the viral L.A. Wi Spa video is fake—but it still got two people stabbed.

The 10 Best Moisturizers for Every Type of Skin

Give your face that dewy glow.

Ahuehuete de Chalma in Chalma, Mexico

The ahuehuete (Taxodium mucronatum), is officially Mexico's national tree and several specimens throughout the country have become notable attractions due to their beautiful surroundings or...

President Biden Signs Sweeping Executive Order Targeting Big Business and Anticompetitive Practices

(WASHINGTON) — President Joe Biden signed an executive order on Friday targeting what he labeled anticompetitive practices in tech, health care and other parts of the economy, declaring it would...

Brazil's 2022 presidential vote will be between 'fascism and democracy', ex-leader Lula says

Lula, 75, led the Latin American country between 2003 and 2010 and is now considering mounting a challenge to Bolsonaro for a third and final term after his corruption convictions were overturned.

5 Things To Know About ‘Black Widow’

5 Things To Know About The Miami Beach Condo Collapse

America Turned Its Back on Afghanistan”: Stranded Afghan Journalist Sees US Betrayal

The US government is marching toward its goal of pulling most military forces out of Afghanistan by the end of August. The abrupt departure from Bagram Airfield—according to Afghan officials, the...

Why I’m Supporting England at Euro 2020

I am not from England. I have no family in England. And I have not spent a considerable amount of time on English soil. So my investment in the success of England’s soccer team, at face value,...

Alderly Edge Mines in Nether Alderley, England

The Alderley Edge mines in Cheshire were mined from the Bronze Age (about 4,000 years ago) until the early 20th century. the mining has left miles of underground passages. Although they are often...

Twitter Finally Bans Nick Fuentes

For years, extremism experts have wondered why Nick Fuentes, a white-nationalist media figure, has been able to maintain a verified Twitter account. Even through denying the Holocaust, attending...

We All Live in Gossip Girl’s World

The late Janet Malcolm, writing about the Gossip Girl novels for The New Yorker in 2008, delighted in the heartlessness of the teenage characters—their voyeuristic cruelty and the sharp...

Showdown in Texas as GOP tries again on voting bill

Republicans are promising to do whatever it takes to pass a bill that adds restrictions to ballot access during a special state legislative session.

The Olympics Bars Fans, Pfizer Eyes Boosters, and More News

Catch up on the most important updates from this week.

Biden’s plan to make stuff cheaper

The president’s big antitrust push could impact how much you pay for plane tickets and prescription drugs. President Biden will issue a sweeping executive order on Friday, making the case to...

The best cool clothes for hot summer workouts

From innovations in fabric tech to breezy, featherweight design, these are the clothes I would wear to workout when it’s hot, hot hot. If I have to. There are few things in the world that can...

The Life and Suspicious Death of Cachou the Bear

Conservationists saw the 6-year-old brown bear as a symbol of hope. Villagers saw him as a menace. Then he turned up dead.

Cut water use by 15% this summer, California governor says

Emergency drought conditions have reduced the state’s reservoirs by 50%. California Governor Gavin Newsom has asked residents and businesses statewide to cut their water usage by 15% this summer,...

In Brazil, There’s a Legal Term for What Britney Spears Says Is Happening: Sexual Violence

In Brazilian and international law, the rights of disabled people over their reproductive systems are clear. The post In Brazil, There’s a Legal Term for What Britney Spears Says Is Happening:...

Mix-and-Match COVID Vaccines: The Case Is Growing, but Questions Remain

Empty vials of vaccines by Pfizer-BioNTech and AstraZeneca against Covid-19 caused by the novel coronavirus are pictured at the vaccination center in Rosenheim, southern Germany, on April 20, 2021.

How Yellowstone Was Saved by a Teddy Roosevelt Dinner Party and a Fake Photo in a Gun Magazine

Chilling photos of slain buffalo in Yellowstone Park helped pass an act outlining punishment for poaching on public lands. But the photos were fakes

Cities along the Great Lakes Face Rising Water and Costs

High water levels in Lake Michigan erode a walkway and threaten homes in Chicago's Rogers Park neighborhood on Nov. 18, 2019.

Finally, The Truth Behind The 'Haunted' Dybbuk Box Can Be Revealed

The 'cursed' cabinet inspired a Hollywood film and spooked Post Malone. Now the man who first sold it on eBay in 2003 is coming clean.

The Scream

After the election of Narendra Modi in 2014, Muslim journalists covering Hindu extremism noticed a change. The masks came off; the facade of courtesy, once flimsy, crumbled altogether.

Why You Shouldn’t Rinse Your Mouth With Water After Brushing Your Teeth

When you rinse after brushing to get rid of all the toothpaste residue, you’re getting rid of some good stuff, too.

Andy Serkis Will Narrate The Lord of the Rings Audiobooks

Andy Serkis’s Gollum is back—and this time, he’s scheming, snarling, and sniveling right into your headphones.

Critical race theory hysteria overshadows the importance of teaching kids about racism

I teach high school. My students are mature and smart enough to handle these kinds of topics. It was a normal day in one of my 11th grade US history courses. During class, a kid, I’ll call him...

There Are Only Two Supplements Proven To Help You Build Muscle

A balanced diet is best, but these additions could help.

Does A Star Point Guard Really Need A Former Point Guard As His Coach?

When NBA teams hire head coaches, they’re not just looking for a person to organize the practice schedule and call the plays on game day. They’re also looking for a specific type of leader. Maybe...

The Space Race for Insurers

As Richard Branson and Jeff Bezos set off into space, without liability insurance, providers are planning ahead for future demand.

El Salvador expels prominent Mexican journalist, draws sharp criticism from human rights groups

Authorities expelled Daniel Lizárraga, saying they could not verify his work credentials. His publication, El Faro, says the move is part of a campaign of harassment.

Can You Solve This Astronomical Enigma?

Welcome to The Riddler. Every week, I offer up problems related to the things we hold dear around here: math, logic and probability. Two puzzles are presented each week: the Riddler Express for...

Before He Was UVA Police Chief, Timothy Longo Helmed DNA Dragnet That Targeted Black Men

A closer examination of a two-decade-old operation in Charlottesville, Virginia, shows that it was larger in scope than previously reported. The post Before He Was UVA Police Chief, Timothy Longo...

How Much Longer Can Martin Shkreli Control a Pharma Firm From Prison?

A group of shareholders has set up a showdown with Martin Shkreli, who they say continues to exert influence over a pharmaceutical company from prison.

Priscilla Johnson McMillan, historian who knew both JFK and Oswald, dies at 92

Her 1977 book “Marina and Lee” was a critically acclaimed account of the John F. Kennedy assassination, told through the lens of Lee Harvey Oswald and his wife.

The 5 Best Water Adventures in Texas

Especially during the summer, hanging out on the water is Texas’s favorite pastime. But the fun isn’t limited to lazy days at the swimming hole (though those are great). You can harness the wind...

A Magical Realm of Crabs and Chickens

Long before I found my place in the West, I grew up in Salisbury, Maryland, a town so perfectly boring and flat that a highway overpass near Bubba’s Breakaway offered the airiest views around....

Can New Tools Help Beachgoers Predict the Likelihood That a Shark Is Nearby?

Great whites have returned to Cape Cod, and efforts are underway to help people coexist with them

Andy Jassy is off to a propitious start as boss of Amazon

A day after the departure of Jeff Bezos, the digital giant’s thriving cloud business got a boost from the Biden administration

China seems intent on decoupling its companies from Western markets

Nearly $2trn dollars in shareholder wealth are on the line