Why do some infected with the coronavirus escape COVID-19 unharmed? It’s probably their genes
Some suffer terribly from COVID-19 while others barely notice they’re sick. Researchers are looking at genes to find out why and target treatments.
Get ready for the most daylight of the year: Saturday is the solstice, the official start of summer
The summer solstice – the exact moment when the sun is at its highest point in the sky each year – is Saturday. Here’s what to know.
Protest updates: Another Confederate statue toppled in Virginia; Senate GOP to introduce police reform; Aunt Jemima brand to be renamed
Quaker Oats will replace Aunt Jemima brand. Portland protesters hit by car. Senate GOP to introduce police reform bill. More protest news Wednesday.
Mark Zuckerberg: Historic Facebook campaign will boost voter registration, turnout and voices
I believe Facebook can strengthen democracy by maintaining as open a platform as possible, accompanied by ambitious efforts to lift voter participation.
Gabrielle Union, Kerry Washington, more celebrities react to the death of Oluwatoyin Salau
Gabrielle Union and more celebrities are paying tribute to Oluwatoyin Salau, a 19-year-old protester who was found dead Saturday night.
Facebook and Instagram will allow US users to block political ads
Ahead of what’s certain to be a contentious US presidential election, Facebook and Instagram said they will let US users turn off political ads in their feeds.
MTV show ‘Siesta Key’ cuts Alex Kompothecras over alleged racist social media posts
The MTV series ‘Siesta Key’ has cut ties with Alex Kompothecras over the reality show star’s alleged past racist social media posts.
Extra $600 in weekly unemployment benefits runs out next month. Here’s how to prepare
The millions of Americans who have filed for unemployment benefits since the pandemic hit the economy in March face an unwelcome surprise next month.
Rayshard Brooks video: Legal scholars break down key moments in shooting timeline
Rayshard Brooks was shot and killed by Atlanta police June 12. Bodycam, dashcam and Wendy’s surveillance video show key points in the 40-minute interaction.
Carol Leavell Barr, wife of Kentucky Congressman Andy Barr, dies in Lexington home
The wife of U.S. Rep. Andy Barr, died Tuesday night at the family’s home in Lexington, according to the congressman’s staff.
‘Detect waste, fraud’: Watchdogs warn of potential problems in $2.4T coronavirus spending
Congress created a committee of inspectors general to keep tabs on how $2.4 trillion is spent to respond and recover from the coronavirus pandemic
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