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Climate Change Is Threatening Komodo Dragons, Earth's Largest Living Lizards
Saturday, September 04, 2021
According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature's Red List, an assessment of the health of tens of thousands of species, Komodo dragons went from "vulnerable" to "endangered."
'Parasite's Park Seo-joon May Soon Star In A Marvel Movie
Saturday, September 04, 2021
The South Korean actor's agency said the name of the film would be announced later, but reports have speculated that it is The Marvels, an upcoming sequel to the 2019 hit Captain Marvel.
Stunned By Ida, The Northeast Begins To Recover And Worry About The Next Storm
Saturday, September 04, 2021
At least 49 people are confirmed dead, and in some areas, the search for the missing continues. Residents digging out from the wreckage are asking whether the region is prepared for the next storm.
Feds Are Reportedly Looking Into Why McDonald's Ice-Cream Machines Are Always Busted
Thursday, September 02, 2021
It's well known among connoisseurs of the fast-food giant's frozen desserts that McDonald's ice-cream machines often break down. It can make McFlurries, shakes and other treats unattainable.
You Can Now Carry A Handgun In Texas Without A License, Training Or Background Check
Thursday, September 02, 2021
Gun rights advocates lauded the new state law for removing what they considered an unfair burden on firearms owners, but gun safety groups and law enforcement organizations opposed it.
You May Have Gotten Shortchanged By $125 On That COVID Rebate For Your Car
Wednesday, September 01, 2021
Auto insurers returned some premium payments to drivers last year when driving slowed at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. But consumer groups say policyholders should have received a larger rebate.
A Search Is Underway For 5 Crew Members Missing After A U.S. Navy Helicopter Crash
Wednesday, September 01, 2021
One crew member has been rescued, and five additional sailors aboard an aircraft carrier were injured, officials said. The crash occurred about 60 nautical miles off the coast of San Diego.
Children's Hospitals Are Pleading For Federal Help As They Run Out Of Beds
Wednesday, September 01, 2021
Pediatric hospitals are "at or near capacity" and expect to see more young COVID-19 patients as the school year resumes, according to the Children's Hospital Association.
Hate Crimes Reach The Highest Level In More Than A Decade
Tuesday, August 31, 2021
The 6% spike in hate crimes reported by the FBI for 2020 follows a recent upward trend in incidents. But some experts and advocacy groups say the true number is probably even higher.
As Ida Weakens, More Than 1 Million Gulf Coast Homes And Businesses Are Without Power
Monday, August 30, 2021
Officials expect the death toll to rise as rescue efforts get underway in Louisiana. Ida continued to move north, bringing rain and heavy winds.
McDonald's Is Out Of Milkshakes In The U.K. And A Truck Driver Shortage Is To Blame
Monday, August 30, 2021
A shortage of tens of thousands of drivers is affecting McDonald's and many other businesses after scores of European truckers left the U.K. in the aftermath of Brexit.
The U.S. Launches A Drone Strike On An ISIS-K Target
Friday, August 27, 2021
ISIS-K had claimed responsibility for the attack at the Kabul airport. President Biden vowed, "We will not forgive. We will not forget. We will hunt you down and make you pay."
What We Know About ISIS-K, The Group Behind The Kabul Attack
Thursday, August 26, 2021
A regional Islamic State affiliate is a major rival to the Taliban in Afghanistan. The U.S. says ISIS-K has long planned attacks on its personnel in the country.
Veterans Can Train And Adopt Service Dogs Under A New Law Signed By Biden
Thursday, August 26, 2021
The Department of Veterans Affairs program aims to connect service dogs in training to veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder.
Rachel Nichols' ESPN Show Is Canceled After Her Comments About Maria Taylor
Thursday, August 26, 2021
Nichols has been removed from NBA coverage and The Jump was canceled a few weeks after remarks she made became public suggesting that Maria Taylor was promoted because she is Black.
Reversing A Planned Ban, OnlyFans Will Allow Pornography On Its Site After All
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
OnlyFans said just days ago that it would block sexually explicit material starting in October in response to concerns from banks and other financial services companies.
J&J Says A Booster Shot For Its Vaccine May Have Big Benefits
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
Johnson & Johnson said that when it gave study participants a second jab after six months, their antibody levels were nine times higher than they were 28 days after a first dose of the COVID vaccine.
The Paralympics Are Getting A Higher Profile And Have More Athletes Than Ever
Wednesday, August 25, 2021
With prime-time coverage and more competitors than ever before, the Tokyo Paralympic Games have a number of "firsts."
The Tokyo Paralympic Games Have The Most Athletes — And The Most Women — In History
Tuesday, August 24, 2021
There are 4,403 athletes taking part in the international competition getting underway Tuesday, according to the organizing committee for the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games.
Badminton And Taekwondo Are Making Their Paralympic Debuts In Tokyo
Tuesday, August 24, 2021
The two new sports are among the 22 that athletes will be competing in during this year's Summer Games. Taekwondo will be the first full-contact Paralympic sport ever.