Ortho Neuro disorders

The suspect and another person were injured and taken to a hospital after the shooting at a business complex Wednesday evening, police said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OdPkB6

Johnson & Johnson confirms one vaccine batch was discarded

The company's vaccine rollout has been slower than expected. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cGifqR

Johnson & Johnson confirms one vaccine batch was discarded

The company's vaccine rollout has been slower than expected. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cGifqR

Forrest Fenn treasure hunter sentenced in illegal digs at Yellowstone

Rodrick Dow Craythorn did not find the hidden treasure, but he caused damage in Yellowstone, including to a historic grave. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3m7Kemm

Two toddlers dropped from 14-foot border barrier into U.S., officials say

A camera operator spotted the girls, 3 and 5, from Ecuador, being dropped in what was described as a remote area Tuesday evening, officials said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3doHWvd

COVID-19-associated seizures may be common, linked to higher risk of death

Some hospitalized patients with COVID-19 experience 'nonconvulsive' seizures detected through electrode tests. Among hospitalized patients with COVID-19, those who had seizures were more likely to need lengthy hospital stays and faced a higher risk of dying. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3fvxNQ1

Fast, portable test can diagnose COVID-19 and track variants

Clinicians using a new viral screening test can not only diagnose COVID-19 in a matter of minutes with a portable, pocket-sized machine, but can also simultaneously test for other viruses -- like influenza -- that might be mistaken for the coronavirus. At the same time, they can sequence the virus, providing valuable information on the spread of COVID-19 mutations and variants. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3dmlaUS

Mothers bear the cost of the pandemic shift to remote work

At the same time the pandemic was expanding the number of people working remotely, children nationwide began attending school virtually. The result? An increase in domestic work that fell disproportionately on the shoulders of mothers, according to a new study by sociologists. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2QUVjvE

How comorbidities increase risks for COVID patients

Comorbidities such as heart disease, respiratory disease, renal disease and cancer lead to an increased risk of death from COVID-19, according to new research. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2PoASGX

Why SARS-CoV-2 replicates better in the upper respiratory tract

Researchers have assessed virus growth and activation of the cellular defense mechanisms in the respiratory tract. They have shown that natural temperature differences that exist in the upper and lower respiratory tract have a profound influence on SARS-CoV-2 replication and subsequent innate immune activation in human cells. The findings can help to develop antiviral drugs and preventive measures. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3ucBzSo

Temperature sensor could help safeguard mRNA vaccines

Researchers have developed a tamper-proof temperature indicator that can alert health care workers when a vial of vaccine reaches an unsafe temperature for a certain period, which could help ensure distribution of effective mRNA vaccines. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3fuljrZ

B.1.1.7 variant of COVID-19 spreading rapidly in United States

A genetic analysis of virus samples suggests that the UK-originating variant, which is 40-50 percent more transmissible, entered the country in late November 2020. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/39yQGxF

Republicans trumpet elements of Covid-19 relief bill they voted against

While the lawmakers say there's nothing hypocritical about it, Democrats are quick to accuse them of wanting to have it both ways. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dm0dtc

New videos show what happened before George Floyd's deadly encounter with police

The convenience store cashier who said he was handed a fake $20 bill by George Floyd last May said he regrets flagging it and that he watched Floyd’s arrest with "disbelief and guilt." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3mhdE1C

Georgia legislator 'shaken' after arrest at state Capitol

State Rep. Park Cannon is spending time with family after being injured in the "violent" arrest last week, her lawyer said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3mkbkqJ

Michigan man says he beat Black teen with metal bike lock because of his race

The teen suffered facial injuries and lost several teeth after Lee James Mouat hit him in the face with the lock. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QMYyVK

Microsoft wins U.S. Army contract for augmented-reality headsets

The Pentagon announced that Microsoft has won a contract to build more than 120,000 custom HoloLe from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39xftSS

'Godzilla vs. Kong' proves sometimes you just want to watch monsters hit each other

After a tough year, sometimes you just want to watch monsters hit each other. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39yx1xR

Gaetz probe started with an associate awaiting trial on federal sex trafficking, stalking charges

The probe into the Florida congressman stemmed from an investigation into a state tax official who was enmeshed in multiple controversies during his three years in office. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3fwvTys

'The wish list': Biden to launch effort to enact far-reaching infrastructure package

In Pittsburgh, the president will detail a $2 trillion proposal that is the first part of a plan to overhaul the economy. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dpm9Ds

Biden admin to decide by Friday whether to disclose Trump child separation documents

The materials include emails between top Trump administration officials and minutes of high-level meetings during the planning of the controversial policy. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cB7lTa

Biden admin to decide by Friday whether to disclose Trump child separation documents

Missouri voters passed Medicaid expansion. Now state Republicans may not pay for it.

The state will still have to provide an additional 230,000 Missourians with Medicaid coverage, but it may have it do it without any additional funding. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39q16zt

Covid long-haulers deserve the ADA's reasonable accommodations to return to work

The Americans with Disabilities Act says employers must try to help employees with disabilities do their jobs. It's unclear if post-Covid syndrome counts. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ObcM1S

Why does it take 10 years to diagnose a disease 1 in 10 women have?

For those suffering and told it's "just a bad period," it's not. Please find a new doctor. Please know you are not alone. Please know it's not in your head. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cyDkDv

Supreme Court takes up NCAA's authority to limit benefits for college athletes

The case doesn't directly involve the hot-button issue of whether athletes should be paid, but it will determine how much authority the NCAA would have over such payments in the future. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31B76Ba

LGBTQ students file class-action lawsuit against Department of Education

The suit claims Title IX’s religious exemption allows religious schools that receive federal funds to discriminate against LGBTQ students. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ma5kAv

Britney Spears says she's 'embarrassed' by documentary

“I cried for two weeks and well .... I still cry sometimes," she wrote about the series that examines her controversial conservatorship. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3m7xs7s

NCAA official collapses during Elite Eight contest

Official Bert Smith had to be taken off the court on a stretcher after he hit his head on the floor. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39pZQfS

Three Latina scientists at forefront of Covid testing are proud to be part of 'history'

The three scientists and medical technologists analyze Covid-19 samples every day to track the spread of the virus and, more recently, to identify mutations. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3fqQogb

G. Gordon Liddy, planner of Watergate burglary, dies at 90

Liddy, 90, was one of the organizers of the break-in at the Watergate office building that would end Richard Nixon's presidency. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cBD1Yu

Boulder officer killed in grocery remembered as hero who put others first

Officer Eric Talley was honored Tuesday at a memorial service just a week after he was credited with preventing more people from dying. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dnz2hl

The 'one who causes fear' - new meat-eating predator discovered

Superbly preserved braincase of this new species is an important find - it suggests there was a greater diversity and abundance of abelisaurids late in dinosaurs' era than previously thought. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3wfvvKU

Kumon or Montessori? It may depend on your politics, according to new study of 8,500 parents

Whether parents prefer a conformance-oriented or independence-oriented supplemental education program for their children depends on political ideology, according to a study of more than 8,500 American parents. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/39wtXSO

Gaetz: DOJ probe into possible relationship with teen girl is part of extortion plot

The Florida congressman vehemently denied the allegations reported by The New York Times. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3udBrCl

Jen Shah, 'Real Housewives' star, arrested and accused of wire fraud

The reality TV star, who the New York police commissioner said "allegedly targeted and defrauded hundreds of victims," could face prison if convicted. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2PM6F4g

Gaetz: DOJ probe into possible relationship with teen girl is part of extortion plot

The Florida congressman vehemently denied the allegations reported by The New York Times. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3udBrCl

Chauvin's defense attempted to portray bystanders as angry mob that diverted officers' attention

"You can't paint me out to be angry," one witness told Derek Chauvin's attorney, Eric Nelson. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3u9e3Wt

How Asian American parents can talk to our kids about the racism we face

Many AAPI parents didn't have "the talk" with their parents or they had a very different one from what is needed now. But you don't have to start from scratch. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QOnegB

Texas lawmakers weigh changes to protect families wrongly accused of child abuse

Following an NBC News investigation, lawmakers want families to be allowed a second medical opinion before CPS takes a child from home. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3uc4xBN

Synthetic mucus can mimic the real thing

Researchers have generated synthetic mucins with a polymer backbone that more accurately mimics the structure and function of naturally occurring mucins. They also showed that these synthetic mucins could effectively neutralize the bacterial toxin that causes cholera. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2QUH2Px

Herpesvirus triggers cervical cancer affecting nearly 1 in 4 adult sea lions

Research finds that a specific strain of herpesvirus triggers cervical cancer affecting nearly 1 in 4 necropsied California sea lions. The findings show that sea lions are a critical model for understanding how cancer develops with important parallels to human cancer research. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2OdD97q

Biden names diverse slate of judicial nominees in first effort to reshape federal courts

Biden plans to nominate Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson for the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia, filling Attorney General Merrick Garland's former seat. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39rJinX

Biden names diverse slate of judicial nominees in first effort to reshape federal courts

China formalizes sweeping Hong Kong electoral shake-up, demands loyalty

The measures are part of Beijing's efforts to consolidate its increasingly authoritarian grip over the territory following the imposition of a national security law. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3defvA2

World leaders call for global treaty to fight future pandemics

The United States and China have reacted positively to the idea, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on Tuesday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3waR5Aa

Fired, interrogated, disciplined: Amazon warehouse organizers allege year of retaliation

The number of charges filed with the National Labor Relations Board accusing Amazon of interfering with workers’ right to organize more than tripled during the pandemic. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31zb9y5

Fired, interrogated, disciplined: Amazon warehouse organizers allege year of retaliation

Man seen with zip ties during Capitol riot, his mother get pretrial release

Eric Munchel and his mother had been ordered held, but a recent appeals court decision led to prosecutors dropping the motion. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dmixlK

Pharrell Williams says cousin was shot, killed by police during Virginia Beach violence

"It is critical my family and the other victims’ families get the transparency, honesty and justice they deserve," the entertainer said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3wdmVfJ

Maryland votes to nix state song, a Confederate call to arms

The song has a reference to Abraham Lincoln as "the despot." The University of Maryland band and Pimlico Race Course already stopped playing it. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3sAP7H6

Baltimore County police have 'no idea' why man shot 5 people before killing self

Police believe Joshua Green, 27, killed his parents, then killed two others at a convenience store, before setting fire to his home and killing himself. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2PDvAXR

Arkansas passes bill to ban gender-affirming care for trans youth

Chase Strangio of the ACLU said it's the “single most extreme anti-trans law to ever pass through a state legislature.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39odoZa

Sickly black bears acting friendlier, fearless around humans

A growing number of bears captured in the Sierra Nevada have been found to have a mysterious disease. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3df7YB3

Undergraduates at Brown vote for university to offer reparations

They want reparations in multiple forms, including preferential admission for descendants of enslaved people, direct payments to descendants and targeted investments in Black communities. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3m1gVBU

Los Angeles-area murder suspect released by mistake is recaptured

Steven Manzo, charged in the 2018 killing of a man, was released from jail by mistake almost three weeks ago. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3fmreiJ

WHO report finds coronavirus probably emerged in bats, 'extremely unlikely' to be result of lab leak

The coronavirus probably emerged in bats and spread to another animal before it jumped into humans, according to a study from the WHO and Chinese scientists. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3szbxIR

Tennessee flooding death toll grows to 7

More than 7 inches of rain fell in Nashville this weekend and caused flooding. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3m48aad

Tennessee flooding death toll grows to 7

More than 7 inches of rain fell in Nashville this weekend and caused flooding. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3m48aad

Map: Where can Americans travel abroad?

NBC News is tracking travel restrictions for U.S. citizens in countries around the world. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2P8LNEJ

Air pollution and physical exercise: When to do more or less

Physical activity is important in preventing heart and blood vessel disease in young people so long as they don't undertake very strenuous activity on days when air pollution levels are high, according to a nationwide study of nearly 1.5 million people published in the European Heart Journal. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3fpeEPH

Protein rewires metabolism to block cancer cell death, may allow cancer spread

One specific protein may be a master regulator for changing how cancer cells consume nutrients from their environments, preventing cell death and increasing the likelihood the cancer could spread, a study has shown. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3sDSBZw

Drug coupons and vouchers cover only a sliver of prescription drugs

Use of vouchers and coupons offered by pharmaceutical companies to defray patients' out-of-pocket drug costs is concentrated among a small number of drugs. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3dgQiVD

Covid-19 cases spiking again in Michigan

Most of the new infections are of people under 60 without vaccinations and people from the state's conservative counties. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3u3k2fs

Covid-19 cases spiking again in Michigan

Most of the new infections are of people under 60 without vaccinations and people from the state's conservative counties. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3u3k2fs

SolarWinds hack got emails of DHS head and other top officials

The revelation throws into question how the U.S. government can protect individuals, companies and institutions if it can’t protect itself. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cyoFII

How will climate change affect hailstorms?

Hail severity will increase in most regions of the world while Australia and Europe are expected to experience more hailstorms as a result of climate change, an international review led by a UNSW Sydney researcher has found. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3w2mvZk

Watch live: Opening statements as Derek Chauvin stands trial in George Floyd's death

Watch live coverage as the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin begins with prosecution and defense teams’ opening statements. Chauvin is charged in the May 25, 2020, death of George Floyd. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3m2CuSP

George Floyd's brother says case against Derek Chauvin is 'slam dunk'

The murder trial for the former Minneapolis police officer who kneeled on George Floyd's neck for nearly nine minutes is set to begin Monday morning. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3for4aI

Convicted serial killer on death row dies in Indiana hospital

Joseph Edward Duncan, 58, was convicted of killing three family members from Idaho in 2005. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cwUm4O

Convicted serial killer on death row dies in Indiana hospital

Joseph Edward Duncan, 58, was convicted of killing three family members from Idaho in 2005. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cwUm4O

Procedures identify Barrett's esophagus patients at risk for cancer progression

A combination of esophageal brushing and extensive genetic sequencing of the sample collected can detect chromosome alterations in people with Barrett's Esophagus, identifying patients at risk for progressing to esophageal cancer, according to a new study. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3dgGXx1

People with severe gum disease may be twice as likely to have increased blood pressure

Research shows that periodontitis, severe gum disease, is linked to higher blood pressure in otherwise healthy individuals. This study of 500 adults with and without gum disease found that approximately 50% of adults could have undetected hypertension. Promotion of good oral health could help reduce gum disease and the risk of high blood pressure and its complications. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/31s7L7U

Cells rely on their crampons to avoid slipping

Scientists have highlighted the key role of a protein called paxillin, which enables cells to perceive their environment and anchor at the right place with the help of cellular 'crampons'. Indeed, without functional paxillin, the cell is unable to attach properly and slips continuously. These results shed new light on how cells adhere or migrate, mechanisms essential to the good functioning of our organs, but also involved in the development of metastatic tumors. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3szgwJw

Long-term space travelers will need high-intensity exercise to protect heart health

Sustained low-intensity exercise does not completely counteract the effects of weightlessness on the heart muscle, which will atrophy over time in a gravity-free environment. Short bursts of repeated high-intensity activity during shorter space missions may be more successful in keeping the heart healthy. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3dicnmG

China steps up pressure on brands to reject reports of Uyghur abuses

H&M, Nike, Adidas and other brands are caught in a spiraling conflict over allegations of forced labor in the production of cotton in China's Xinjiang region. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lZywKu

Mexico's coronavirus death toll is likely 60% higher than confirmed numbers

Mexico’s death toll from Covid-19 is likely at least 60% higher than the confirmed number, according to figures from the Health Ministry. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3syg26m

Mother of six killed in North Carolina road rage shooting, police say

Julie Eberly, 47, of Manheim, Pennsylvania, was shot through the passenger door of her vehicle in Lumberton, about 95 miles southwest of Raleigh. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3m2IPNZ

These states have the most coronavirus cases. See the day-by-day breakdown.

From New York to Washington, see the per-day count of new, confirmed Covid-19 cases in each state. Updated daily. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ftCO98

5 killed in Alaska helicopter crash, including richest Czech man

Petr Kellner, 56, was a businessman with a net worth of over $17 billion, according to the Forbes 2020 list of the world’s richest people. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ryE1Ro

Maryland man fatally shoots 4, including his parents, before killing self

Joshua Green, 27, was identified Sunday night as the suspect in the deadly shooting at a Royal Farms store in Essex, Baltimore County police said in a statement. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3fiaxoC

A bill was designed to tackle Islamic extremism. Critics say it attacks core French values.

“I see a blatant attack on freedom of association. This bill has no safeguards of potential abuse from public authorities,” one legal scholar said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3fk7cp7

Millennials, forged by recession and ridicule, are ascendant in Washington

The much-maligned generation is aging into the ruling class, forged by near-constant crises and institutional failures — plus a side of avocado toast. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lYaSy6

Drunk rape victim was not 'mentally incapacitated,' Minnesota Supreme Court rules

A case of sexual assault where the victim is intoxicated does not warrant a more serious charge if the alcohol or drugs were taken voluntarily, the state's high court said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dieE1l

Suez Canal ship partially refloated after huge effort to unblock key global trade route

The Ever Given "has successfully floated after the ship responded to the pulling and towing maneuvers," the chairman of the Suez Canal Authority said in a statement early Monday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3m1t0XZ

Suez Canal ship partially refloated after huge effort to unblock key global trade route

George Floyd family members, leaders hold prayer service on eve of trial

Family members of George Floyd held a prayer service Sunday night, hours before opening statements were to start in Derek Chauvin's murder trial. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ddtS7D

The charges, the jury, the judge: Here's what to know about Derek Chauvin's trial

10 months after George Floyd's death, opening statements in the former Minneapolis police officer's trial are set to begin Monday before 12 jurors and two alternates. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QxcKlA

'SNL' mocks spring break amid a pandemic

Host Maya Rudolph reprised her role as Vice President Kamala Harris. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3daj4aA

In country known for whale hunts, pandemic has been good for the deep-sea giants

Not only has pandemic helped accelerate the end of commercial whale hunting, ambient noise in the world’s oceans is also way down. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3sxjkGS

In country known for whale hunts, pandemic has been good for the deep-sea giants

Not only has pandemic helped accelerate the end of commercial whale hunting, ambient noise in the world’s oceans is also way down. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3sxjkGS

'An inflection point': Congress prepares for battle over massive voting rights bill

Progressives say the survival of the republic depends on this legislation. Republicans call it a partisan power grab. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dfBN4m

Biden's Obamacare funding shifts Medicaid expansion debate

“It’s the stimulus funds that are really the motivation. I think it has really changed some hearts and minds in the Legislature," one Wyoming lawmaker said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31qFRJE

U.S. 'horrified' after Myanmar's bloodiest day since military coup

“The courageous people of Burma reject the military’s reign of terror,” Blinken said after the worst day of violence in Myanmar since last month's coup.. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2P6hI8Q

DoorDash pushes back at fee delivery commissions with new charges

NBC News discovered 68 jurisdictions that imposed food delivery caps; DoorDash tacked on additional fees in 57 of them. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lZs1qX

'An inflection point': Congress prepares for battle over massive voting rights bill

Progressives say the survival of the republic depends on this legislation. Republicans call it a partisan power grab. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dfBN4m

Former prisoners struggle to re-enter society. What happens when society moves online?

When Renaldo Hudson left the Danville Correctional Center on Sept. 2, he was beaming. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3u1sHix

What both sides are expected to argue at Derek Chauvin's trial

Here’s what the prosecution and the defense are expected to argue when opening statements begin Monday in Derek Chauvin's high-profile trial in the death of George Floyd. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QMmzfK

Why some people are secretly dreading the end of quarantine

When the merry-go-round of our lives stopped last spring, some people felt comfortable with the pace of life for the first time. Now the ride is starting again. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lVczMI

How Georgia's new 'Jim Crow' voter suppression law could backfire for Republicans

There’s also the chance that this attempt to restrict voting could backfire for Republicans. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39maV1H

Suicide bomber targets Palm Sunday mass at Indonesian cathedral

The first batch of churchgoers was walking out while another group was coming in when the blast happened, said Wilhelmus Tulak, a Catholic priest. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tXeJhF

Suicide bomber targets Palm Sunday mass at Indonesian cathedral

The first batch of churchgoers was walking out while another group was coming in when the blast happened, said Wilhelmus Tulak, a Catholic priest. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tXeJhF

New York on the verge of legalizing recreational cannabis

The proposed legislation would legalize cannabis for adults over the age of 21 and create equity programs for people disproportionately affected by the drug war. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dgZyZO

'SNL' mocks spring break amid a pandemic

Host Maya Rudolph reprised her role as Vice President Kamala Harris. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39DrSov

Asian American official shows his military scars during meeting, asks 'Is this patriot enough?'

Lee Wong, chairman of the West Chester, Ohio, Township Board of Trustees, condemned anti-Asian violence during an unscripted moment that has gone viral. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3sGLD5G

'SNL' mocks spring break amid a pandemic

Host Maya Rudolph reprised her role as Vice President Kamala Harris. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39DrSov

New York on the verge of legalizing recreational cannabis

Comic-Con announces in-person Thanksgiving convention

The superhero convention in San Diego was forced to take a break because of the Covid-19 pandemic. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2P4eXot

Tornadoes, thunderstorms batter the South

More severe weather was forecast through Sunday in parts of the region. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3u1s9sQ

Oklahoma inmate fatally shot after corrections officer held hostage

The prisoner used the jailer's keys to free others being held on the 10th floor of the county jail in Oklahoma City, an official said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3u4fPrJ

Video shows Maryland police handcuffing, berating 5-year-old boy

“Does your mama spank you? Does your mama spank you? She’s going to spank you today,” one of the officers can be heard saying. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39jGPvw

Myanmar protests continue as junta chief uses Armed Forces Day to justify coup

Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing did not directly refer to the nationwide protests that show no signs of stopping. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3davIGj

Deshaun Watson allegations highlight the gross, dark side of message therapy

Historical connections between massage and sex work have created harmful stereotypes and misconceptions about the services that massage therapists provide. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31oGL9w

Biden administration kicks off vaccination outreach campaign

Officials did not provide an exact price tag for the campaign, but said much of it would come from money allocated in the Covid relief bill the president recently signed into law. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3w4WFEc

'A huge, huge toll': For households reliant on two incomes, Covid job loss changed everything

The pandemic upended the lives of millions of families who suddenly found themselves without a source of income, and experts fear the effects could be long-lasting. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3w3t51Q

Vaccine data suggests Biden equity goal remains elusive

The federal government is having trouble tracking the demographic information at the heart of the president's promise on vaccines. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lUZ7IA

China's growing firepower casts doubt on whether U.S. could defend Taiwan

In war games, China often wins, and U.S. warships and aircraft are kept at bay. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QDP9zH

'A win-win solution': Banking and booze could save the U.S. Postal Service, advocates say

“Postal banking is an elegant solution that would provide the USPS upwards of $9 billion a year in revenue and would address the high cost of being poor in America,” Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-N.Y., said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31mCyDp

Payment deferrals were a lifeline for millions during Covid. What happens when those end?

Consumer advocates warning of a looming debt crisis say they want the government's watchdog to take an aggressive role in policing predatory entities. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QK4b7h

Is your laptop battery dead? Acceptance is the first step

I’m encouraging you to have some basic self-respect instead of living in a fool’s limbo, stuck to your wall outlet and to your denial. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2PBtK9L

'Baseball signifies American normalcy': Opening day comes as pandemic nightmare wanes

"We believe this is a moment when baseball can indeed serve our fans and our communities again," Chicago White Sox owner Jerry Reinsdorf said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3w6e6UI

Julius' Bar, site of historic gay 'sip-in,' threatened by pandemic

Gay activists staged a historic protest at the bar three years before the Stonewall Uprising. Now, the owner is struggling to keep its legacy alive. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lVeh0x

What's big and blue and could save hundreds of lives?

They're big and blue and should be on the road within three weeks, the state health chief said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3w1zSJi

Calls for economic boycott grow after Georgia adopts voter restrictions

"I think all things should be considered on the table," said LaTosha Brown, cofounder of the group Black Voters Matter. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QAmtHS

Several injured in Virginia Beach shooting, police say

It was not clear how many people were hurt, but some of the victims may have sustained life-threatening injuries, officials said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3wctjUz

Woman sentenced to time served for threat to bomb D.C. Catholic school

Sonia Tabizada, 36, of California, spent a more than a year in jail after being arrested for the 2019 threat. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3fmrWwi

Sharon Osbourne leaves TV's 'The Talk'

"Sharon’s behavior toward her co-hosts during the March 10 episode did not align with our values," CBS said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cthnWB

Michigan GOP chair calls top Democratic women 'witches'

On video, Ron Weiser also joked about assassination when he was asked how to remove two GOP congressmen. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31n3S4b

Cholesterol may be key to new therapies for Alzheimer's disease, diabetes

A researcher examined the role of cholesterol in both Alzheimer's disease and Type 2 diabetes to identify a small molecule that may help regulate cholesterol levels in the brain, making it a potential new therapeutic target for Alzheimer's disease. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3w6NsLp

California's diesel emissions rules reduce air pollution, protect vulnerable communities

Since 1990, California has used its authority under the federal Clean Air Act to enact more aggressive rules on emissions from diesel vehicles and engines compared to the rest of the U.S. Extending these standards to the rest of the U.S. could dramatically improve the nation's air quality and health, particularly in lower income communities of color, finds a new analysis. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3su0zEf

HPV vaccine is protecting young women who haven't been vaccinated, CDC report finds

Human papillomavirus infections have declined dramatically in both vaccinated and unvaccinated teen girls and young women. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3rxsG4o

Man charged after Texas holdup of National Guard with vaccines

Larry Harris, 66, already faces state counts. Officials say he posed as a detective and apparently believed the vans had missing people inside. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cqTuP8

Covid-19 cases are rising. States are opening up anyway.

The uptick comes at a critical time: Americans are exhausted, but also perhaps better equipped than at any other point in the pandemic to turn the tide. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31n6LlE

Disney+'s 'Mighty Ducks' reboot is a charming underdog story undermined by cliches

But despite checking all the right boxes, this reboot doesn’t seem like it’s a game changer. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dgugT8

'It is bleak': How the pandemic economy has affected LGBTQ people

The pandemic has exacerbated existing issues LGBTQ people face, including discrimination and higher rates of mental health problems. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3dalK7U

Colleges consider requiring Covid vaccinations for students as young adults drive rise in cases

Vaccinating older teens and young adults is important, experts say, even if the age group is at low risk for severe illness. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NSlTnQ

Share your examples of anti-Asian, Pacific Islander discrimination and how you're speaking out

We want to hear from Asians and Pacific Islanders in America of all ages and backgrounds about your experiences with racism. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OZYf9N

Many Trump voters are skeptical of the Covid-19 vaccines. This may be the way to convince them.

New research sheds light on how to reach Trump fans, who are one of the largest groups of vaccine skeptics in America. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31iZC5P

Georgia legislator arrested, pulled out of state Capitol as governor signs voting law

State Rep. Park Cannon was among several people protesting restrictive new changes to the state voting laws. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3sqvkKf

New Zealand approves paid leave for miscarriage

The law gives employees three days' leave when a pregnancy ends with a stillbirth without having to tap into sick leave. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3vVWD1r

Even small increases in NO2 levels could be linked to heightened risk of heart and respiratory death

Even small increases in nitrogen dioxide levels in the air may be linked to increases in cardiovascular and respiratory deaths, according to new research. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3lRIqOc

Repurposed heart and flu drugs may help body fight sepsis

Researchers discovered that patient survival from sepsis is associated with higher platelet counts, and identified two currently available drugs that protect these blood cells and improve survival in mice with sepsis. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3d6Cmh1

Death toll from Texas winter storm grows to more than 100

Health officials are continuing to investigate the causes of deaths that may be related to the winter storm disaster that paralyzed the state in February. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31hqHq7

Miami Heat redefines VIP in Covid era: vaccinated important people

Some primo seats are being reserved for inoculated fans at Heat home games. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tSbKqE

Narcissism driven by insecurity, not grandiose sense of self

Narcissism is driven by insecurity, and not an inflated sense of self, finds a new study, which may also explain what motivates the self-focused nature of social media activity. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3dbAXpc

Exposure to flame retardants early in pregnancy linked to premature birth

Expectant women are more likely to give birth early if they have high blood levels of a chemical used in flame retardants compared with those who have limited exposure, a new study finds. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3lTNOQN

Moderate daily caffeine intake during pregnancy may lead to smaller birth size

Pregnant women who consumed the caffeine equivalent of as little as half a cup of coffee a day on average had slightly smaller babies than pregnant women who did not consume caffeinated beverages, according to a new study. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3rp6gSw

Wisdom, loneliness and your intestinal multitude

Scientists have taken the connection between wisdom, loneliness and biology one step further, reporting that wisdom and loneliness appear to influence -- and/or be influenced by -- microbial diversity of the gut. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2Pu2Dxs

Here's how we can pay for the sins we've committed against immigrants

Many European countries grant citizenship to the descendants of groups wrongly denied membership or expelled from their borders. The U.S. should do the same. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31kIiNS

Want a longer, healthier life? Resolve your arguments by day's end

A recent study found that when people feel they have resolved an argument, the emotional response associated with that disagreement is significantly reduced and, in some situations, almost entirely erased. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2QBa3Q1

A novel marker of adult human neural stem cells discovered

Researchers have discovered BASP-1, a novel biomarker of adult human neural stem cells. With this newly discovered biomarker, scientists can better understand the relevance and intricate mechanisms of neurogenesis, which may lead to new future therapeutic approaches to treat and manage neurological and neuropsychiatric disorders associated with diminished neurogenesis. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2P94acn

Lung cancer resistance: the key is glucose

Lung tumors are home to immune cells that affect their growth and resistance to treatment. Looking at neutrophils, scientists led by EPFL have discovered that the key might lie in the cells' ability to metabolize glucose, opening an entirely new target for improving radiotherapy. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vZAhMn

New title, same Biden in first White House news conference

Analysis: The president made a little news, aimed for the political middle, muddled through some answers — and stayed focused on substance. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ffQqYg

Why I liked HBO Max's abstract, intense 'The Runaway Bunny' nearly as much as my kid

Amy Schatz's faithful adaptation of the beloved children's book has more than enough for kids to enjoy while giving parents a reason to watch, too. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ckzdef

Soon Chung Park worked long days as single mom to bring 5 kids from Korea to U.S.

From 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Soon Chung Park was always at work. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3so9EON

The world's earliest stone technologies are likely to be older than previously thought

A new study has found that Oldowan and Acheulean stone tool technologies are likely to be tens of thousands of years older than current evidence suggests. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3u8qYIr

Study illuminates the molecular details of lung development

Findings from a new study on lung development should empower the search for better treatments for lung diseases. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3sn98AU

High school fires football coach after anti-Semitic play calls

In a statement, the coach apologized "for the insensitive, crass and inappropriate language used in the game." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tQy04g

Youth activists make their mark on the LGBTQ rights movement

Young transgender activists say they’re being ignored by state representatives who have introduced more than 70 bills targeting trans people. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cith5h

Biden's first news conference offers opportunity — and risk

The president's audience is the American public, which will get to see how he handles scrutiny. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NPGR6S

Biden's first news conference offers opportunity — and risk

The president's audience is the American public, which will get to see how he handles scrutiny. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NPGR6S

Community groups help elderly, low-income Asian Americans get vaccine access

Community groups help elderly, low-income Asian Americans get vaccine access from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lPXZ91

White House announces $10B vaccine access effort aimed at hard-hit communities

Much of the funding comes from the recently enacted American Rescue Plan, the Biden administration's $1.9 trillion Covid-19 relief package. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2P6W9oj

Why are we still using a Nazi propaganda stunt to open the Olympic Games?

The spectacle risks sacrificing public health on the altar of an Olympic tradition — one established by the Nazis, no less. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lN80Ed

The subtle insult at the heart of political pundits' obsession with 'tribal' Trumpism

What does it mean that one of the most damning criticisms of the Republican Party seems to be likening it to Indigenous, brown and Black peoples around the world? from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NRmwOH

Doctor removed from expert role in diagnosing child abuse amid questions about her credibility

An NBC News investigation raised questions about the truthfulness of a Seattle-area abuse expert. Now prosecutors are reviewing cases she worked on. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3rlaSt0

How Europe's vaccine wars could hinder the fight against Covid variants

"If trade restrictions and other supply-side bottlenecks prevent universal coverage, then this would indeed make us all less safe," one expert said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cjNack

These states are rolling back Covid restrictions, including mask mandates, indoor capacity caps

Texas, Mississippi, Alabama and West Virginia all moved to end statewide pandemic restrictions like mask mandates and indoor capacity caps. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3rldQyl

Biden to direct $100 million to medical support network key to vaccine strategy

The president plans to steer the funds, drawn from the recently enacted $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan, to bolster the Medical Reserve Corps. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ckCdr5

Man arrested at Atlanta grocery with 5 guns, body armor, police say

No one was injured, and the man's motives are unknown. But the incident at a Publix comes days after two mass shootings. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ck9qCZ

Man arrested at Atlanta grocery with 5 guns, body armor, police say

No one was injured, and the man's motives are unknown. But the incident at a Publix comes days after two mass shootings. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ck9qCZ

Chrissy Teigen says 'goodbye' to Twitter, deletes her account

"It's time for me to say goodbye," the model and cookbook author wrote. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3rldUO3

Chrissy Teigen says 'goodbye' to Twitter, deletes her account

"It's time for me to say goodbye," the model and cookbook author wrote. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3rldUO3

North Korea launched two ballistic missiles, U.S., Japanese officials say

News of the launch comes after it was reported the country fired at least one missile over the weekend, action the U.S. downplayed. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3rl03av

Family of Cuban American jailed in Cuba says her health is deteriorating

The family of Alina Lopez Miyares, a Cuban American teacher jailed in Cuba on espionage charges, is asking the Biden administration for help as her health deteriorates. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Pr6Ema

AstraZeneca says vaccine trial analysis shows 76 percent efficacy

The company had faced questions about outdated information but said Wednesday that the analysis of a U.S. trial confirms it is safe and effective. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tSVRQN

Dr. Rachel Levine becomes first openly transgender person confirmed by Senate to federal post

Levine, who previously served as Pennsylvania’s secretary of health, was confirmed as the assistant secretary to Department of Health and Human Services. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3soijRt

Nightly News Full Broadcast (March 24th)

What we know about the Colorado shooting investigation, first look inside Texas facility for unaccompanied minors, and Covid cases rise in 20 states as pressure grows to reopen schools. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/31deene

Kamala Harris touting girls' empowerment with Bill Clinton is a bad joke

Why can’t the Democratic Party quit the former president? If the party is truly going to welcome women, it has to get rid of the political millstone around its neck. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lNKmHy

Virginia becomes 1st Southern state to abolish death penalty as governor signs new law

Gov. Ralph Northam signed the legislation Wednesday. There were 1,390 people put to death in the state, the first documented time was in the Jamestown colony in 1608. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ckaDKE

My childhood was white, but I'm not. How I'm reconsidering my true biracial identity.

No matter how white I felt in Westchester County, this world has always seen me as an Asian American woman. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39s5lef

Biden's all quiet on the border. That might not last.

Analysis: There's no telling how long the president's grace period on the immigration issue will last — and some Democrats want him to put himself in the center of the crisis. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2P3o8Fp

Asian American mom's heartfelt talk with her kids about anti-Asian violence goes viral

“Stop Asian hate. Hate is a virus.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tMKPMY

Why the debt still matters. (Sorry, Democrats.)

A flood of spending and a flood of debt — all of it pretty popular with voters. If they don't care, why should the politicians? from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3chM2pD

Biden's all quiet on the border. That might not last.

First, they answered Trump's call to open their wallets. Then, they stormed the Capitol.

An NBC News analysis of Federal Election Commission filings found that people alleged to be rioters upped their contributions after Election Day. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3sjysaK

Implosion of David Dobrik's Dispo shows dangers of influencer branding

"It's extremely uncommon for a venture capitalist to cut all ties with a founder or a company in which it has invested. The reaction is a testament to the severity of the accusations," said one VC expert. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3d0gmnJ

George Segal, Oscar nominee and 'Goldbergs' star, dies at 87

Top directors of the 1960s and '70s cast Segal for his everyman quality, often playing an unlucky-in-love professional or writer who gets in over his head. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3f9J3Bi

Ex-NYPD officer said to have shaken tambourine during Capitol riot is charged

Sara Carpenter, who worked for the New York Police Department for a decade, was accused of illegally entering the Capitol and charged with several misdemeanors. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3rgPKnM

My Asian American awakening echoes America's. Now it's time for an AAPI movement.

We see the watershed moment. This nation's eyes have never been wider. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ccaDw2

Victims in Colorado grocery store shooting include workers, soon-to-be grandfather

"My dad represents all things love," the daughter of victim Kevin Mahoney tweeted Tuesday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3sk24ov

After two mass shootings, Americans ask: Is this what a return to normal looks like?

"Normal for the United States, unfortunately, is a mass shooting once a week," expert says. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ravELO

Justice Department investigating prosecutor for '60 Minutes' interview about Capitol riot cases

Michael Sherwin's statements struck some former prosecutors as inappropriate, and DOJ officials notably declined Monday to say whether he had sought approval before agreeing to the interview. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3f5IDw1

'Water from the heavens': South Carolina pastor's crusade for clean drinking water

In the 20 years since she moved to Florence, South Carolina, Carolyn McMillan said she has shunned consuming water from her faucet at home. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/39bW1ei

Vivek Murthy confirmed by Senate as surgeon general, will focus on Covid, opioids

It will be Murthy's second tour as America's doctor; he also served under former President Barack Obama. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2P58wBj

North Korea fired at least one missile over the weekend, U.S. officials say

U.S. officials downplayed the launch, with one describing it as being from North Korea's "familiar menu of provocations." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3stbk9K

Nurse and correctional officer killed in assault by inmate at Iowa penitentiary

An inmate attacked multiple staff members and other inmates at the Anamosa State Penitentiary in Iowa, leaving two people dead, prison authorities said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/319HGKH

Rugby study identifies new method to diagnose concussion using saliva

A study of top-flight UK rugby players has identified a method of accurately diagnosing concussion using saliva, paving the way for the first non-invasive clinical test for concussion. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3fdcK4z

Researchers hunt for drugs that keep HIV latent

When the human immunodeficiency virus infects cells, it can either exploit the cells to start making more copies of itself or remain dormant -- a phenomenon called latency. Keeping these reservoirs latent is a challenge. A new paper has found a way to look for chemicals that can keep the virus suppressed into its dormant state. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3d1uXPV

BMI1, a promising gene to protect against Alzheimer's disease

A molecular biologist discovers a new function for BMI1, which is known to counteract brain aging. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tNaLYF

Exercise boosts blood flow to the brain, study finds

It's not just your legs and heart that get a workout when you walk briskly; exercise affects your brain as well. A new study shows that when older adults with mild memory loss followed an exercise program for a year, the blood flow to their brains increased. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vQw11E

Total knee replacement a cost-effective treatment for patients with knee osteoarthritis

Taking into consideration costs of forgoing versus pursuing total knee replacement, researchers found that across older and younger age groups, TKR is a cost-effective treatment for these patients. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tO8AV0

Reading minds with ultrasound: A less-invasive technique to decode the brain's intentions

A new brain imaging application uses ultrasound to predict intended movements before they happen. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3lJF8fS

Federal agency raises 'concern' about AstraZeneca vaccine trial data

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases said a trial of the AstraZeneca vaccine "may have included outdated information." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3sdFkXp

Comedian Ken Jeong donates $50,000 to victims' families in Atlanta-area spa shootings

Five donations in the amount of $10,000 each were made by Kendrick Jeong to GoFundMe campaigns for the families. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3f6mqOj

Krispy Kreme offers free glazed donut to those who show Covid vaccine card

It isn’t just a one-time offer — those with vaccine cards can return every single day for free donuts through the end of 2021. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lEvsDi

From chips to seating foam to plastics, parts shortages continue to cripple auto industry

Some manufacturers are running out of critical petroleum-based products, notably seating foam, after freezing weather shut down Texas plants. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/395mSIR

Video shows massive fire sweeping through Rohingya camp in Bangladesh

The giant blaze destroyed thousands of homes and killed several people, officials and witnesses said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Pmu24A

Atlanta Korean community is outraged, says issue isn't actually 'complex'

Atlanta Korean community is outraged and says issue isn't actually 'complex' from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lE3nMD

As more are vaccinated, it makes economic sense to gradually open the economy, study finds

Researchers conducted a data analysis that has found that as a larger portion of the population gets vaccinated against COVID-19, it becomes economically advantageous to start relaxing social distancing measures and open businesses. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vZkRYH

Refining the hunt for SARS-CoV-2 in wastewater

A new study determines the best method yet for finding signs of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, in municipal wastewater. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2NGThOm

COVID-19 pandemic severely impacts mental health of young people

The COVID-19 pandemic severely impacted the mental health of young people, with increased levels of clinical depression being identified, a new study reports. A decrease in alcohol consumption was also identified amongst young people during the pandemic. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3cWj51I

Eric Greitens, former Missouri governor who resigned amid multiple scandals, to run for Senate

Greitens resigned in 2018 amid allegations of sexual misconduct and campaign finance violations. He denied any wrongdoing. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QmKfaa

Study outlines testing strategies for safer air travel during the pandemic

Almost 90 percent of infectious travelers could be detected with rapid SARS-CoV-2 tests at the airport, and most imported infections could be prevented with a combination of pre-travel testing and a five-day post-travel quarantine that would only lift with a negative test result, according to new research. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tK7kSx

High vitamin D levels may protect against COVID-19, especially for Black people, study suggests

In a retrospective study of individuals tested for COVID-19, vitamin D levels above those traditionally considered sufficient were associated with a lower risk of COVID-19. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/393T0wA

Long-haul COVID: Physicians review what's known

With more patients complaining of lingering and chronic effects from COVID-19, experts review what's known and why care for long-haulers requires an interdisciplinary approach. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3f6pvxK

No Covid-19 rules are a draw for South Florida

Health experts warn of trouble as people party while even more infectious variants multiply in Florida. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3fbzrX3

GOP firebrand and Trump supporter Rep. Mo Brooks enters Alabama Senate race

Brooks has been criticized for his fiery speech at the pro-Trump rally that preceded the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tOMdyq

Study identifies concerning delays in TB diagnoses in the United States

Most delays ranged between 10 and 45 days, with a median of 24 days, after a visit to a doctor, which exceeds current World Health Organization recommendations of diagnosing and treating TB within two to three weeks of symptom onset. Delays were linked to greater risk for disease complications, transmission of infection to household members Older individuals and those with compromised immunity were at greater risk for delayed diagnoses from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3riHGmA

Fans prefer teams that built success over time more than with purchased super

A new study shows people were willing to root more for the teams built over time than those assembled from free agency and deep-pocketed owners. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3s7BEWZ

A strong coffee half an hour before exercising increases fat-burning

In the afternoon, the effects of the caffeine are more marked than in the morning. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3cc6t7u

Starving tumors by blocking glutamine uptake

Scientists have identified a drug candidate that blocks the uptake of glutamine, a key food source for many tumors, and slows the growth of melanoma. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vPRbgq

Inflammation and pressure-sensing leads to 'feed-forward' loop in osteoarthritis

An unfortunate biological 'feed-forward' loop drives cartilage cells in an arthritic joint to actually contribute to progression of the disease, say researchers. Excessive loading under inflammatory conditions can create a situation that can lead to progressive cartilage degeneration. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/392TbIb

Spring breakers accused of drugging, raping woman who later died in Miami Beach

Officials in Miami Beach have struggled to handle waves of beachgoers who've flocked to the area since last month. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/316jxVF

Why veterans like me want to stay in Afghanistan a little longer

I believe extending the May 1 deadline is the best of the bad options. If I were still in uniform today, I'd readily sign up to end the war right. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3sdn5Bi

Boston Mayor Marty Walsh confirmed as Biden's labor secretary

Walsh, 53, previously led the Boston Building Trades Council, a union group, before entering elected office. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tHziyv

California high school player dies after collapsing during game

Emmanuel Antwi, a senior at John F. Kennedy High School in Sacramento, was taken to the hospital after he fell during a game Friday night. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cZfm3p

Shocked, afraid and 'blessed': Cruise line workers remained on board for months to keep ships operational

While some workers were happy to be safe and healthy, others said "just floating around" made people "crazy." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3vOLbEz

Two Americans charged with helping ex-Nissan CEO flee Japan

Authorities say the Michael Taylor and his son, Peter, were paid at least $1.3 million to secure the businessman's escape from to Lebanon. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3947897

Texas Roadhouse CEO Kent Taylor dies amid Covid struggle

"Kent battled and fought hard like the former track champion that he was, but the suffering that greatly intensified in recent days became unbearable,” a statement said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cZ6pH4

AstraZeneca says U.S. trial data shows its Covid-19 vaccine is 79 percent effective

"We can expect strong impact against Covid-19 across all ages and for people of all different backgrounds," said Oxford University's vaccine chief. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/393wwf2

Tennessee man loses $1 million lottery ticket — but finds it again in parking lot

"It's a million-dollar ticket, and someone stepped right over it," Nick Slatten said of his winning ticket that briefly went missing. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3f57Gz8

Why teenage terrorism is on the rise — and what to do about it

When radicalization occurs in the living room and acts of terrorism no longer require complex planning, even teenagers can take part in them. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3r9nhA3

Netanyahu again bids for power but this time he'll need to win without Trump as centerpiece

The prime minister's rocky relations with Democrats are a millstone that his opponents are trying to hang around his neck. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lH7MOH

GOP Rep. Tom Reed apologizes, announces retirement amid misconduct claim

Reed, who was considering a run against embattled Gov. Andrew Cuomo, said the incident occurred “at a time in my life in which I was struggling.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OMBHcv

'Hunger hormone' ghrelin affects monetary decision making

Higher levels of the stomach-derived hormone ghrelin, which stimulates appetite, predict a greater preference for smaller immediate monetary rewards over larger delayed financial rewards, a new study finds. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vNSuML

Weekly insulin helps patients with type 2 diabetes achieve similar blood sugar control to daily insulin

A new once-weekly basal insulin injection demonstrated similar efficacy and safety and a lower rate of low blood sugar episodes compared with a daily basal insulin, according to a phase 2 clinical trial. The study results compared an investigational drug called basal insulin Fc (BIF) with insulin degludec, a commercially available long-lasting daily insulin, in patients with type 2 diabetes. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/392Q7fb

Medical cannabis can reduce essential tremor: Turns on overlooked cells in central nervous system

Medical cannabis can reduce essential tremor in mice. By injecting a specific synthetic cannabinoid into the spinal cord of mice suffering from essential tremor, researchers have shown that the drug can reduce involuntary shaking - as the cannabinoid activates a particular type of cell, the so-called astrocytes. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3cWVQ7p

New antibiotic clears multi-drug resistant gonorrhea in mice in single dose

A new antibiotic compound clears infection of multi-drug resistant gonorrhea in mice in a single oral dose, according to a new study. The compound targets a molecular pathway found in bacteria but not humans and could lead to new treatments for gonorrhea and infections from other bacteria, such as tuberculosis and MRSA. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2QjUsnO

Endocrine disruptors threatens semen quality

Epidemiologists analyzed the potential impact of endocrine disruptors on semen quality of men whose mothers were working at the early stages of their pregnancy. Their results show that men who have been exposed in utero to products known to contain endocrine disruptors are twice more likely to have semen volume and total sperm count per ejaculation below the reference values set by the WHO. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3lBVNBU

Hidden genetic defects contain real risks for serious diseases

Researchers have gained insight into the 'hidden genetic defects' of the general European population. This is important because these defects, if inherited from both father and mother, can lead to all kinds of illnesses in their children. Research in the Dutch and Estonian population shows that every person has two to four such hidden genetic defects. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3d0p4Tg

How flashlight fish communicate with light signals in the school

Flashlight fish have the ability to generate situation-specific blink patterns resembling a visual Morse code. Researchers have shown in laboratory and field experiments that the animals use these light signals to coordinate their behavior in the school when visibility is limited. Both the light intensity and the blinking frequency affected the animals' behavior. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2OLwiCt

Health declining in Gen X and Gen Y, US study shows

Recent generations show a worrying decline in health compared to their parents and grandparents when they were the same age, a new national study reveals. Researchers found that, compared to previous generations, members of Generation X and Generation Y showed poorer physical health, higher levels of unhealthy behaviors such as alcohol use and smoking, and more depression and anxiety. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2PcawYq

Difficulty learning nonsense words may indicate a child's high risk of dyslexia

A combined brain-scanning and behavior study has explored dyslexia in 7 & 8-year-old children learning how to read. Dyslexic youngsters were shown to have different activation in the left hemisphere compared to the control group - the area of the brain that specializes in processing language and speech. A related study by the group also found that self-confidence in reading ability helps young readers overcome some of the symptoms of dyslexia. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3c808Kf

How RNA editing affects the immune system

Researchers offer new insight into how the immune system relates to cancer. A new articl looks at how an enzyme called ADAR1 operates in pathways associated with cancer. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2PfGi6R

Study shows stronger brain activity after writing on paper than on tablet or smartphone

A study of university students and recent graduates has revealed that writing on physical paper can lead to more brain activity when remembering the information an hour later. Researchers say that the unique, complex, spatial and tactile information associated with writing by hand on physical paper is likely what leads to improved memory. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3lD6X9D

Combination therapy may provide significant protection against lethal influenza

A significant proportion of hospitalized patients with influenza develop complications of acute respiratory distress syndrome. Investigators have found that treatment with an immune receptor blocker in combination with an antiviral agent markedly improves survival of mice infected with lethal influenza and reduces lung pathology in swine-influenza-infected piglets. Their research also provides insights into the optimal timing of treatment to prevent acute lung injury. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vNMuDJ

Chemical cocktail creates new avenues for generating muscle stem cells

A research team has identified a chemical cocktail that enables the production of large numbers of muscle stem cells, which can self-renew and give rise to all types of skeletal muscle cells. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3c79Mg4

Pancreatic cancer tumors use multiple mechanisms to avoid starvation: new target for treatment?

Researchers describe how pancreatic cancer cells use an alternative method to find necessary nutrients, defying current therapies, to help them grow and spread. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vQ0yMS

DHS Secretary Mayorkas defends handling of border surge, tells migrants not to come now

The DHS Secretary responded Sunday to the sharp rise in unaccompanied migrant children arriving at the U.S-Mexico border. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3vGEvIJ

Defense Secretary Austin makes unannounced visit to Afghanistan

The trip comes as the Biden administration faces a decision on whether to withdraw troops by a looming deadline as required in an agreement with the Taliban. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OMSRqq

How Gal Gadot's cringeworthy 'Imagine' video may have changed celebrity culture

Increasingly, we want celebrities to actually do something about the problems they profess to care about. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tGcD5x

The LAPD tried to change its image after Rodney King. Here's what a photographer saw.

Searing photographs of the LAPD in 1994 are on display in a virtual exhibition hosted by New York City's Bronx Documentary Center. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3f2TiHQ

Why China may be the last bipartisan issue left in Washington

The issue brings together every wing of American politics, from progressive populists to "America First" nationalists to traditional security hawks. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3c2BXga

Tired of political text messages? A new 'score' might mean fewer

Wireless companies are starting to roll out a system requiring organizations running texting campaigns to submit to a “trust score” determined by algorithms. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/316oo8Y

Summers could last half the year by the end of this century

Summers in the Northern Hemisphere could last nearly six months by the year 2100 if global warming continues unchecked, according to a recent study that from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/391HotE

Is Temujin Kensu a 'ninja killer' or wrongfully convicted man?

In 1987, Kensu was convicted of murdering a Michigan college student despite multiple alibi witnesses and an elaborate theory for how he pulled off the crime. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3c44iTm

He helped spark a revolution when he was a boy. Now he wonders if it was worth it.

"Who would have believed that the regime would kill its own people with chemicals and warplanes?" Bashir Abazayd asks, reflecting on a decade of conflict. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3twTJOC

Florida's DeSantis positions himself as Trump's heir to the White House

Bashing lockdowns and dissing the press, the GOP governor emerges as a strong potential 2024 hopeful. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tF3kCN

What happened with convalescent plasma for Covid? Don't count it out yet, some say

The most promising use of the blood plasma treatment might come from “super donors,” people who were infected with Covid-19 and then vaccinated. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QijDak

Beth Moore split highlights strife in the Southern Baptist Convention

Moore is the latest prominent Southern Baptist to publicly leave the Southern Baptist Convention amid its struggles over race, gender and Trump's legacy. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/391EzZX

Saudi Aramco oil company's profit down 44 percent after Covid-battered year

Saudi Arabia’s behemoth state oil firm reported net income of $49 billion in 2020. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3r6KXVQ

I'm a queer lesbian. Here's why I refuse to be called a 'wife.'

I’ve actively eschewed the word in favor of less fraught terms like “spouse” or “partner” in an effort to protest domestic limitations and gendered expectations. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3eY5pFR

The LAPD tried to change its image after Rodney King. Here's what a photographer saw.

Searing photographs of the LAPD in 1994 are on display in a virtual exhibition hosted by New York City's Bronx Documentary Center. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3c5L3sm

John Wayne Gacy docuseries asks if he might have killed more people than known

“John Wayne Gacy: Devil in Disguise” features a lengthy prison interview with the serial killer, only minutes of which have ever been seen by the public. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3c3u9ea

U.S. to open overflow facility for unaccompanied migrant children

The facility in Pecos, Texas, will initially house about 500 children with the potential to expand to 2,000. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3rcGz7W

Rallies across U.S. protest anti-Asian hate after deadly spa shootings

"We must stop hate against Asian Americans in this country," former San Antonio Mayor Julián Castro said during a Saturday rally. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3rab1zk

Polls close in Louisiana special congressional elections

In the first special congressional elections of the year, voters in Louisiana are choosing replacements in two heavily partisan districts. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3c4M5VG

NCAA women's basketball players celebrate new weight room

"Thank you NCAA for listening to us. We appreciate you all," one player said in a social media post. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3c3dYgI

Virus bounces VCU from NCAA Tournament

The seventh-seeded Ducks will advance to the second round without playing. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3r6Gu5A

What's an NFT? Behind the boom for digital collectibles

NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, are suddenly everywhere in digital media. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38P3OOP

Muscle cramp? Drink electrolytes, not water

If you reach for water when a muscle cramp strikes, you might want to think again. New research has revealed drinking electrolytes instead of pure water can help prevent muscle cramps. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2OKBFBX

Oscar-winning directors of Tina Turner documentary on doing justice to her story

"We didn’t necessarily need to make something that serviced the fans. We could actually be true to Tina’s narrative, and that was really liberating." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lCzgF9

'Spoiled, ungrateful millionaires:' Meghan and Harry's Oprah interview divides Britons and Americans

"This interview has removed all remaining sympathy I had for the couple," one English man said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/310Zbgw

Unbearable pain: How bear spray became a prized weapon for violent protesters

“It took three shots of fentanyl to get me to a place where I wasn’t screaming,” said a journalist who was hit with the chemical irritant last August. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30XZLeT

'Chaotic situation': Puerto Ricans indignant at tourists breaking Covid mandates

Experts and residents worry that tourists’ unwillingness to follow Covid-19 measures could reverse the island's successful efforts at containing the virus. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cNWGU9

Covering Italy's Covid crisis is his job. Then it took a personal turn.

The fact that I couldn’t come close, let alone hug her, made the collateral damage caused by the virus apparent. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3eZZu31

Arizona Republicans push new laws to limit mail voting

One bill would purge infrequent voters from an early voting list while others seek to add restrictions to mail ballots. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3901Viu

Justin Bieber's new 'wife guy' album is earnestly cheesy — and catchy as hell

The singer has been labeled the ultimate “wife guy” for a reason. But Bieber's new album proves artists don’t have to be in pain to make great music. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OIujij

He was praised after the movie 'Hotel Rwanda,' now he faces terrorism charges

Paul Rusesabagina used top-shelf liquor and Cuban cigars to distract extremists from murdering Rwandans posing as his guests. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3vCL6nk

Letters of recommendation only ensure that the privileged stay privileged

I long for a day when my work can speak for itself, when I can simply apply for whatever I want without having to ask anyone else to vouch for me. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tyIa9m

'Race against the vaccine' as some states see uptick in Covid-19 cases

“There are some states that are pulling back now, I believe more prematurely than they should,“ said Dr. Anthony Fauci. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3vH2Myc

Iceland volcano dormant for 6,000 years erupts near Reykjavík

Meteorological officials said the eruption at this stage appeared small. The prime minister said no towns are considered threatened. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lBSrPp

Father accused of bringing, dropping child in San Diego Zoo's elephant habitat

The man allegedly dropped the child in the enclosure where an animal appeared ready to charge, authorities said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3eYJkqY

Do you know where your pandemic flight credits are?

U.S. travelers are holding an estimated $10 billion in outstanding flight vouchers. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3vHx042

Businesses in Austin, Texas, feel the pain of SXSW going virtual

"So many businesses and workers in these spaces pretty much bank their whole year on that money,” said the director of a local nonprofit cultural center. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lym5oD

How 'sex addiction' has historically been used to absolve white men

“It is often used as an excuse to pathologize misogyny,” one psychology scholar told NBC Asian America of the term. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3vHin0I

Former UCLA coach gets 8 months in college admissions cheating case

Jorge Salcedo's sentence is one of the longest handed down so far in the "Operation Varsity Blues" case. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tDpVzH

SUV hits pedestrians on Hollywood Boulevard

The driver of the SUV that drove into a storefront was under investigation for DUI, police said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tvAJQu

Disney+'s 'The Falcon and The Winter Soldier' wants to ignore America's real legacy

Based on the first episode of “The Falcon and The Winter Soldier,” Marvel's approach looks likely to be less serious, and less thoughtful, than its predecessors. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cP49Cf

Feeding cattle seaweed reduces their greenhouse gas emissions 82 percent

A bit of seaweed in cattle feed could reduce methane emissions from beef cattle as much as 82 percent, according to new findings from researchers at the University of California, Davis. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tBhp4i

New bioink brings 3D-printing of human organs closer to reality

Researchers have designed a new bioink which allows small human-sized airways to be 3D-bioprinted with the help of patient cells for the first time. The 3D-printed constructs are biocompatible and support new blood vessel growth into the transplanted material. This is an important first step towards 3D-printing organs. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/30YOxGP

Elusive protein complex could hold the key to treating chromosomal disorders

The cells in our body are constantly fighting off the threat of cancer by repairing damaged DNA. In a new study, scientists investigate the structure of an elusive protein complex that plays a key role in the activation of the 'Fanconi anemia pathway' involved in DNA repair, and report on the factors governing its stability. Their insights can potentially help find novel treatments disorders involving chromosomal instability, including cancer. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tQEK2f

Solving ancient problem of nucleic acid synthesis helps to design new antiviral drugs

Scientists have solved a long-standing mystery of how living organisms distinguish RNA and DNA building blocks during gene expression paving the way for the design of new antiviral drugs. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3cIlOeM

Stimulating the immune system to fight cancer

Cancer cells have evolved mechanisms to escape the body's immune defense. Agents that prevent immune escape are attractive targets for the development of new cancer therapies. Scientists have now developed a new cell-based test system to identify immunoregulatory modulators. Screening a library of over 150,000 substances revealed several potent substances with unprecedented structure. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3s69Sdk

Canadian tried in China on spy charges, no verdict announced

Canada said its officials were refused permission to attend the proceedings against Michael Spavor, who is accused by China of stealing state secrets. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Qo2sUX

Forecast for spring: Nasty drought worsens for much of U.S.

With nearly two-thirds of the United States abnormally dry or worse, the government’s spring forecast offers little hope for relief. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3s35R9E

NFL investigating sexual misconduct allegations against Houston Texans QB Deshaun Watson

Three massage therapists accused star NFL quarterback Deshaun Watson of sexual misconduct in lawsuits filed this week in Texas. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2ONxAg8

The role of adult playfulness in romantic life

While play and playfulness have been studied well in children, their structure and consequences are understudied in adults. A new article highlights available research on this topic and also examines why playfulness is important in romantic relationships. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/30YRAPq

Evidence of 55 new chemicals in people

Scientists have detected 109 chemicals in a study of pregnant women, including 55 chemicals never before reported in people and 42 'mystery chemicals,' whose sources and uses are unknown. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3eUWPYw

Researchers identify head impact rates in four major high school sports

A new study used head impact sensors in four different sports and studied male and female athletes to determine which of these sports put students at the highest risk for head impacts that could lead to concussions. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/2NAcgKw

Gunmen ambush police convoy near Mexico City, killing 13

The massacre of the 13 law enforcement officers in the State of Mexico was the country’s single biggest slaying of law enforcement since October 2019 from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3s1SC93

Former Florida state senator charged with three criminal counts in sham candidate scheme

An arrest warrant says Frank Artiles, the former senator from the Miami area, gave more than $44,000 to a fake candidate in the 2020 election. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QawjzZ

Ex-wife of Trump Org executive has spoken to investigators 'multiple times'

Jennifer Weisselberg said it appears investigators have been seeking information about her former father-in-law, Allen Weisselberg, the company’s CFO. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3vATN1D

As rape allegations rock Australia's Parliament, thousands of women say enough is enough

“It’s a Parliament problem, it’s an Australian problem, it’s a global problem," one women said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cTFsVA

8-year-old throws mattress out window to jump to safety, escape fire

"You have to give a credit to the kid for really thinking of something like that,” a fire official said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3s3ViTA

A 'new generation' of leaders: NYC council candidate on being part of progressive wave

Her campaign isn't about becoming the first trans woman of color elected to the New York City Council, Crespo said. It's about improving people's lives. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3c0etZ9

What a hurting community says it needs from its Asian American vice president

"In this moment, the lived experiences of our leaders matter," Jiny Kim, vice president of policy and programs for Asian Americans Advancing Justice, said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3ls2uGQ

Houston-area restaurant manager stabbed in mask dispute

An arrest warrant has been issued after a Jack in the Box shift manager in League City was stabbed three times. The manager was treated and released. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tBLalq

100-year-old found dead at L.A. home shortly after nearby assault

The LAPD said detectives were trying to determine if the man arrested in an assault killed the elderly man found in his home nearby. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3qYkiud

More than 500 migrant children have been in Border Patrol custody more than 10 days

As of Thursday, some border facilities in the Rio Grande Valley, the epicenter of the recent surge, held 10 times their capacity of migrants of all ages. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OR7xod

Top U.S., China diplomats have public spat as Alaska summit opens

China’s Yang Jiechi says ‘not just American people, but also the people of the world’ will judge success of U.S. democracy. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38ThqZi

A newlywed mother, an Army veteran: What we know about the Atlanta-area victims

"My brother is a very hardworking, loving husband; a good brother," said the family member of Paul Andre Michels, one of the victims. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tAJ05H

Vaccines could prevent asymptomatic infection. Here's why that's key to ending the pandemic.

Encouraging signs have emerged that Covid-19 vaccines protect against asymptomatic infections, a factor that scientists say is crucial to ending the pandemic. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cOoh7K

Armie Hammer accused of rape and emotional abuse, LAPD investigating

A woman publicly alleged that Hammer raped her in 2017 during a yearslong affair. Hammer denied the rape claim but did not deny a relationship with her. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cLv7ef

The GOP's voter suppression crusade is costing them donors. This is why they won't stop.

They now believe keeping people from the polls and pleasing Donald Trump is more fundamental to holding onto power than funding their own campaigns. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OPE2TV

How the Snyder cut of 'Justice League' was powered by fans

The 'Justice League' Zack Snyder cut was released by Warner Bros. on HBO Max after an unprecedented fan campaign called to #ReleasetheSnyderCut. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3vAxUj3

Novel coronavirus circulated undetected months before first COVID-19 cases in Wuhan, China

Using molecular dating tools and epidemiological simulations, researchers estimate that the SARS-CoV-2 virus likely circulated undetected for two months before the first human cases of COVID-19 were described in Wuhan, China in late-December 2019. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/30WerLp

Advanced mouse embryos grown outside the uterus

To observe how a tiny ball of identical cells on its way to becoming a mammalian embryo first attaches to an awaiting uterine wall and then develops into nervous system, heart, stomach and limbs: This has been a highly-sought grail in the field of embryonic development for nearly 100 years. Scientists have now accomplished this feat. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/39aOegT

Tokyo Olympics official quits over 'Olympig' remarks about female entertainer

Creative director Hiroshi Sashaki's resignation comes just a month after the president of the organizing committee was forced to resign after making sexist comments. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30VcI9m

Russia recalls its ambassador to U.S. after Biden brands Putin a 'killer'

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters Thursday that President Joe Biden’s comments were “very bad.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30Wq58Z

Tanzania's Covid-skeptic leader dies after weeks of rumors about his health

John Magufuli's death, the first of a Tanzanian leader while in office, opens the prospect that the country will gain its first female president. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cKnXXt

Democrats, Republicans hope Biden will take a harder line on China as summit begins

“We inherited a very challenging situation from not just the previous administration, but going back a long way,” one Biden official said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3vAZHja

3 key numbers scientists are watching to track the pandemic

There won't be an on/off switch for the pandemic, but epidemiologists are watching certain metrics for signs of improvement. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tpmUmC

Why Atlanta suspect's 'sex addiction' defense isn't fooling Asian American women

Contrary to the insinuations and assumptions made by Georgia law enforcement officials, I can't remember ever experiencing racism separate from sexism. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bYDdkp

Remote work means more time cleaning house. Guess who ends up doing it?

Women are not reaping the same benefits from teleworking opportunities as men, because they are taking on even more of the at-home responsibilities. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3qVgutH

Critics say regulatory holdup is delaying key weapon in coronavirus fight

Public health officials and some members of Congress say FDA protocols and other hurdles are stalling the arrival of cheap, rapid antigen tests in widespread use across Europe. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3r04NSB

His arrest helped trigger the Syrian uprising. 10 years on he doubts whether it was worth it.

Despite some gains, violence against women remains a global 'pandemic'

The deadly shootings in Atlanta and the killing of Sarah Everard in London underscore a crisis that starts for many victims in their teens, experts say. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tKxHYT

Texas man charged in with crash that killed 8 migrants

Sebastian Tovar allegedly led authorities on a pursuit near the border before crashing head-on with a pickup. Eight migrants in Tovar's truck died. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cLnlB2

Former Mavericks player Shawn Bradley paralyzed after being struck by vehicle

The former NBA player, who played for Dallas for eight seasons, was struck while riding his bike in Utah in January. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cL3vG4

Boston wants to diversify admissions to elite high schools: Why some parents are suing

Exam schools loom large as symbols of opportunity and inequality in American public schools. Now, the nation's twin crises are shaking them to their core. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NqUCJ7

In Atlanta, Black residents stand with Asian Americans to end hate

"We are supposed to be united, but it feels more and more like we are divided,” said Jesus Estrella, 21. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3rT8GKl

Georiga sheriff official under fire for anti-Asian social media post

“Place your order while they last,” Captain Jay Baker wrote above a photo of two t-shirts that said, “Covid 19 IMPORTED VIRUS FROM CHY-NA. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3eSFjUW

A woman lost her pregnancy but was jailed for abortion. She later died.

A pregnant woman in El Salvador was accused of abortion and homicide after she lost her baby, she later died of cancer in jail. This violates human rights, said groups in court. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3vDMVAD

21 Republican-led states sue Biden over Keystone XL rejection

Lawsuit alleges president exceeded his authority by revoking pipeline permit on first day in office. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tsSNe3

America is breaking my Asian-American heart right now. Why I refuse to give up on it.

This is a battle for our humanity. Please stand with us. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QgNCzz

Racism, sexism must be considered in Atlanta case involving killing of six Asian women, experts say

While police said the suspect denied having racial motivations, experts and activists alike say it's nearly impossible to divorce race from the discourse, given the historical fetishization of Asian women. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2QhzYfB

Is 3 feet enough for social distancing in schools? CDC looking into relaxing guidelines

The current CDC recommendation of 6 feet limits the number of students who can fit in a classroom. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38QZoa5

Britney Spears legal team wants temporary conservator to serve with father Jamie Spears

Britney Spears’ attorney said he plans to file a petition to bring Jodi Montgomery, who took on her case in 2019, to the conservatorship permanently. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/316Iost

Intel shows just how much Trump misled us on China. Now we're paying for it.

It should go without saying that manufacturing false allegations against foreign states to score domestic political points is not just wrong but exceedingly dangerous. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3qXp9vF

Immigration challenges mount for Biden amid migrant influx

The Democratic-controlled House is eyeing a vote this week on popular legislation to help young "Dreamers." But the left flank of the Democratic Party wants more. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cEw7R7

Get ready for Brood X: The once-every-17-years cicada swarm is coming

Billions of Brood X cicadas that have spent 17 years patiently growing in complete darkness⁠⁠ will emerge across the United States next week. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3vwhEzj

California's surprising recall effort highlights failures of America's top governors

The challenges posed by the Covid vaccine surge will be huge. Unfortunately, the leaders of Texas, California, New York and Florida seem mostly focused on their political self-interests. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lpuA5r

Passengers 'ready to reclaim that lost period,' says Delta Air Lines CEO

Airline executives believe business will eventually return to full strength — and Wall Street has already rewarded that optimism. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bV2goq

There were 3,800 anti-Asian racist incidents, mostly against women, in past year

“There is an intersectional dynamic going on that others may perceive both Asians and women and Asian women as easier targets,” one professor said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/313H9dz

Uber grants U.K. drivers worker status after losing major labor battle

On the heels of losing a major labor battle in the United Kingdom, Uber will reclassify all U.K.- from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tsqAnv

Low-income families to benefit most from child tax credit, experts say

"This bill is completely historic because it would ... make sure that low-income children receive the full credit,” one expert said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3qU9zkr

Favorability of Black Lives Matter, Blue Lives Matter central in jury screening for trial in Floyd's death

"Your goal as a lawyer is not to get an impartial jury," said a former chief public defender of Hennepin County. "You're looking for jurors who are favorable to your theory of the case." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OFVMkv

Mother of baby shot in the head by police speaks out: 'My son didn't deserve this'

Daisha Smalls was pumping gas March 3 when police officers chasing a robbery suspect shot into her car, injuring her 1-year-old baby. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3f0jVx9

2 dead after fireworks explosion rocks California neighborhood

The Ontario Fire Department said it is responding to multiple "unexploded ordinance" after a fireworks cache detonated in a residential neighborhood. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OE9Drz

In a shift, Joe Biden endorses a 'talking filibuster' to change Senate rules

The president's support for the idea could add momentum to a cause pushed by progressive activists — and help advance his agenda. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3twJM3p

Non-DNA mechanism is involved in transmitting paternal experience to offspring

A new study has made a significant advance in the field of epigenetics by identifying how environmental information is transmitted by non-DNA molecules in the sperm. It is a discovery that advances scientific understanding of the heredity of paternal life experiences and potentially opens new avenues for studying disease transmission and prevention. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vvwJkF

Brain disease research reveals differences between sexes

Scientists highlight a growing body of research suggesting sex differences play roles in how patients respond to brain diseases, as well as multiple sclerosis, motor neuron disease, and other brain ailments. They are urging their colleagues to remember those differences when researching treatments and cures. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3vwFzPa

Trump touts Covid-19 vaccine safety amid skepticism from Republicans

Trump's remarks come as recent polls suggest the largest group of Americans either hesitant about the Covid-19 vaccine or outright opposed to it are Republicans. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Q7IVrz

Picking up a book for fun positively affects verbal abilities

A new study shows that the more people read any kind of fiction the better their language skills are likely to be. Researchers found that people who enjoyed reading fiction for leisure and who identified as a reader scored higher on language tests, whereas those who read to access specific information scored more poorly on the same tests. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3lsdFz9

Biden says Cuomo should resign and could face prosecution if sexual harassment claims true

Biden said in his ABC News interview that "a woman should be presumed telling the truth and should not be scapegoated and become victimized by her coming forward." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bREAkU

Tiger Woods back at home after rollover crash

"I will be recovering at home and working on getting stronger every day," the 45-year-old golfing legend said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3eNEXyE

Some migrants now sending their kids across the border alone so the kids won't be expelled, say lawyers

Currently the Biden administration is expelling all new asylum seekers arriving in the U.S., citing Covid precautions — except children who arrive alone. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3lq3E5r

North Korea could soon test new intercontinental missile, U.S. general testifies

"Now they’re up to three missiles that we assess could strike our homeland,” head of U.S. Northern Command says, but, “I think we have a good posture for deterrence.” from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cElMoq

How Covid exacerbated NYC taxi drivers' long-standing debt from inflated fees

When Partap Singh bought a taxi medallion — a permit to independently operate a cab in New York City — in 1993, he thought he’d struck gold. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bRTrvy

3 dead in shooting at Georgia massage parlor, suspect on loose

There is only one suspect in the shooting that happened around 5 p.m. Tuesday, but a motive is unknown. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3eQxEX0

'I am worried': California Gov. Newsom kicks campaign into gear as recall looms

"I'm going to fight this thing, because I'm going to fight for California values and the things I hold dear," Newsom said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3rTMvUs

How Covid exacerbated NYC taxi drivers' long-standing debt from inflated fees

When Partap Singh bought a taxi medallion — a permit to independently operate a cab in New York City — in 1993, he thought he’d struck gold. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bRTrvy

A look inside the case to take down a massive college cheating scheme

The criminal case against dozens of parents exposed how the wealthy and connected were paying to get their children into elite universities. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3cAlezY

Yevgeny Vindman, fired by Trump White House, now says Army set to promote him

Yevgeny Vindman says his promotion came despite "intense pressure" from the Trump administration on the U.S. Army. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3vthDwb

Capitol police officer suspended after anti-Semitic material found near work station

A copy of the Protocols of the Meetings of the Learned Elders of Zion was found near the officer's work area, authorities said. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3qRWPLg

Actor Elliot Page wants to advocate for other transgender people

The actor told Time magazine that he wanted to use his "privilege and platform to help in the ways I can." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3bNof0t

Biden heads to Pennsylvania to tout $1.9 trillion Covid relief package

Biden joins the swing-state tour with Vice President Kamala Harris and their spouses, who are criss-crossing the country this week to promote the plan. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3vDfQ7Z

Prince Philip, Queen Elizabeth II's husband, leaves hospital

Buckingham Palace says Philip underwent a successful medical procedure on a heart condition during his time in hospital. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30NdODT

Yaphet Kotto, James Bond villain and star of 'Alien,' dies

"You played a villain on some of your movies but for me you're a real hero and to a lot of people also," his wife of 24 years wrote on Facebook. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2Nm0UcS

Biden aides ask U.S. officials to avoid provoking North Korea with heated rhetoric

When a Justice Department official called North Korea a "criminal syndicate," some of Biden's national security aides complained to the Justice Department. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38K0IM4

Green groups launch $10M ad campaign pressuring Biden, Congress to spend huge on climate

"The Great American Build" campaign aims to set an aggressive starting point for negotiations over the size and scope of the infrastructure package. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2NpFYlm

For some queer teens, school clubs were their only safe space. Covid upended that.

Many LGBTQ teens find community through Gender-Sexuality Alliance clubs, or GSA clubs. But the pandemic has made them largely inaccessible. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/2OtHAv3

The simple reason you shouldn't ask friends why they qualify for a Covid shot

In the midst of this evolving and occasionally ugly reality, an understated phenomenon around personal health and public disclosure has emerged. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30NWT4g

Student who joined white supremacists in calling in fake attacks gets nearly 3 years

John William Kirby Kelley, 20, pleaded guilty to hosting an internet chatroom in which he and others called in fake bomb threats and attacks on 100 targets. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3vtWDFG

Michelle Obama reacts to Meghan Markle's tell-all interview with Oprah

In a discussion with Jenna Bush Hager, the former first lady said she's hoping the royals' disputes can be a "teachable moment." from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3qMIO1v

Grammy ratings fall to all-time low, setting off alarm for Oscars

Viewership for Sunday's 63rd annual Grammy Awards fell 53 percent from last year, to 8.8 million viewers, CBS said Monday. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tmnp0x

Two-time trespasser arrested at Prince Harry and Meghan's California estate

Nickolas Brooks, 37, of Ohio was booked on misdemeanor charges late last year after deputies said they found him on the Montecito property. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30KJcTB

Haaland confirmed as interior secretary, first Native American Cabinet head

The New Mexico representative will now lead an agency with a long history of influence on tribes for more than two centuries. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/38HZHEh

One in four House members have opted not to receive Covid-19 vaccine so far

Lawmakers have had access to the vaccine since December, when shots were first approved in the U.S. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3li3EVk

Florida man faces charge after allegedly spitting at Disney guard over mask

The incident last month occurred after the man was asked to wear a mask. He "adamantly" denied spitting on the guard, an arrest report says. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30JSHT3

Cellist Yo-Yo Ma gives impromptu performance at vaccine clinic

Yo-Yo Ma treated strangers to an impromptu performance Saturday after getting his Covid-19 vaccine at Berkshire Community College in Massachusetts. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/30LPoKV

Doorbell video captures moment plane crashes into car near Miami, killing two

Video from a local resident’s porch camera showed the small plane falling from the sky and striking a car as it was driving along the street. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3rRb5p1

Is it safe to go to the airport now?

"It doesn't matter how clean the plane is if the airport isn't clean and healthy," said one airport director. from NBC News Top Stories https://ift.tt/3tmcqEu

Tweens and TV: 50-year survey reveals the values kids learn from popular shows

A new report assesses the values emphasized by television programs popular with tweens over each decade from 1967 to 2017, charting how 16 values have waxed and waned during those 50 years. How important is fame? Self-acceptance? Among the findings: Fame, after nearly 40 years of ranking near the bottom (it was 15th in 1967, 1987 and 1997), rose to the No. 1 value in 2007, then dropped to sixth in 2017. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3tlhRna

Blight may increase public health risk from mosquito-borne diseases

Researchers published findings that blight leads to an increased abundance of disease-carrying mosquitoes. The researchers investigated the presence of several mosquito species in two adjacent but socio-economically contrasting neighborhoods in Baton Rouge: the historic Garden District, a high-income neighborhood, and the Old South neighborhood, a low-income area. from Top Health News -- ScienceDaily https://ift.tt/3eJP5IW

Beta-blockers not likely to cause depression yet may contribute to sleep disturbances