Amid controversy and criticism from religious groups on the right and left about their decisions in recent death penalty cases, the court’s five-man majority is striking back.
Stopping Key Tech Exports To China Could Backfire, Researchers And Firms Say
Some tech firms and researchers say plans to impose export restrictions on “emerging and foundational technology” would make it hard to thwart cyber threats and to cooperate globally in science.
Trump Greets Hungary’s Hard-Right Leader In Oval Office
Critics say Trump’s hosting of Viktor Orban fits a pattern of his preference for authoritarian leaders in Turkey, Brazil, the Philippines, Russia and Egypt.
California Jury Awards $2 Billion To Couple In Roundup Weed Killer Cancer Trial
The verdict represents the third time a California jury has decided in favor of consumers who claimed their cancer was caused by the glyphosate-based Roundup weed killer.
Felicity Huffman, In Tears, Pleads Guilty In College Bribery Scandal
Huffman is hoping her guilty plea, and her unequivocal apology, will earn her some leniency at sentencing. In a statement last month, she expressed deep regret and shame for her actions.
When Technology Can Be Used To Build Weapons, Some Workers Take A Stand
Tech workers have increasingly been asking ethical questions about their industry’s involvement with the military. One such worker took her company’s CEO to task.
States Sue Drugmakers Over Alleged Generic-Price-Fixing Scheme
A new lawsuit brought by 44 states and Puerto Rico alleges an “industrywide” conspiracy by generic drug manufacturers to collude on prices and divide up the market.
Why It’s So Hard To Stop Women From Sleeping In A Menstrual Shed
In western Nepal, women often sleep in a hut outside the house during menstruation because of beliefs about impurity — and they sometimes die. The government is trying to end the practice.
How Public Health Outreach Ended A 1990s Measles Outbreak And What’s Different Now
This year’s measles outbreak is the largest in recent memory. But from 1989 to 1991, more than 55,000 people got measles. Federal funding and parents embracing vaccines halted the outbreak.
With Hurricane Season Approaching, Researchers Work To Better Predict Storm Intensity
Florida’s experience with Hurricane Michael shows how difficult it is to accurately forecast a hurricane’s intensity. Forecasters say more accurate forecasts are coming soon.
CIA Recruiting Comes Out Into The Open
Under CIA Director Gina Haspel, the spy agency is reaching out in very public ways it has never done before, from social media to superhero conventions.
Former President Jimmy Carter Suffers Broken Hip
The Carter Center said the former president was preparing to go turkey hunting when he fell in his home. It added that he is now “recovering comfortably” after undergoing surgery.
Supreme Court Rules Against Apple, As Kavanaugh Sides With Liberal Justices
The Supreme Court says iPhone users’ antitrust lawsuit against Apple can continue. The decision divided President Trump’s two appointees, Justices Brett Kavanaugh and Neil Gorsuch.
‘Fleabag’ And ‘Killing Eve’ Creator Phoebe Waller-Bridge Is Full Of Surprises
Waller-Bridge writes female characters who are flawed and unpredictable. Her Fleabag character struggles to maintain a facade of confidence, while her characters on Killing Eve hide other secrets.
The National Premieres 5 New Songs With Stirring Short Film, ‘I Am Easy To Find’
I Am Easy to Find takes a sprawling glance at life’s totality, starring Alicia Vikander (Ex Machina, The Danish Girl).
Free Gun Violence Prevention Course Launches To Educate Young Activists
Researchers want new activists to lean on decades of public health research when engaging in work with policymakers and candidates seeking elective office.
Sweden Reopens Inquiry Into Julian Assange Over Rape Allegations
Swedish prosecutors will file a European arrest warrant for the WikiLeaks founder. They had idled the case while Assange was holed up in the Ecuadorian Embassy in London.
We Gossip About 52 Minutes A Day. That May Not Be As Toxic As It Sounds
Gossip has a bad rap. Sure, it can be catty and mean, but research is turning up ways it helps groups build cohesion — and can nudge some individuals to make positive changes in their lives.
Executive Privilege Fight Inches Democrats Closer To Impeachment
Congressional Democrats are warming to the idea of beginning impeachment proceedings if it is a mechanism to get the Trump administration to cooperate with their oversight efforts.
China Puts New Tariffs On $60 Billion Of U.S. Goods, Retaliating For Trump Action
U.S. stock markets plunged on the news, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling by more than 700 points as of 1:15 p.m. ET.
In Trump, Hungary’s Viktor Orban Has A Rare Ally In The Oval Office
When the Hungarian prime minister meets with President Trump on Monday, it will mark a coming together of two leaders known for their nationalist worldviews and hard-line immigration policies.
In Arizona, It’s No Longer A Felony To Own Nunchucks
A 1970s ban on nunchucks was lifted in Arizona on Friday. Nunchucks were taken off the state’s list of deadly weapons, making it no longer a felony risk to carry them in public.
World War II Veteran and Navajo Code Talker Fleming Begaye Sr. Dies At 97
Begaye was one of hundreds of Navajos recruited to develop a miltary code based on their native language during World War II.
Royals Show Off New Baby Archie’s Arches In Honor Of Mother’s Day
Meghan Markle celebrated her first Mother’s Day since giving birth six days ago. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex shared a photo of their new baby, with a nod to the late Princess Diana.
The Decelerator: How Do You Shutdown A Startup?
By one measure, between 30% to 40% of all startups fail. So how do you actually go about closing down shop?
Peggy Lipton, Star Of ‘The Mod Squad’ And ‘Twin Peaks’, Dies At 72
The singer and actress was best known for her roles in the 1960s counterculture police show and the 1990s crime drama. She died Saturday from cancer, “with her daughters and nieces by her side.”
How You (And Your Dog) Can Avoid Snake Bites — And What To Do If You Get Bitten
It was a warm, wet winter this year across much of the U.S., which means more snakes and a higher risk of bites. Here are some tips for avoiding vipers and their venom.
Rihanna Disrupts Luxury Fashion World, Joining LVMH With ‘Fenty’ Brand
The singer will become the first woman to start a new fashion line with the luxury group, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, and the first woman of color to lead one of its fashion houses.
‘A Million Elephants’ No More: Conservationists In Laos Rush To Save An Icon
The Laos government and conservationists estimate there are only about 800 elephants left in all of Laos, just half of them living in the wild.
Penguins and Seals Create Invertebrate Hotspots On Antarctica…With Poop
In Antarctica, researchers have found patches of life, sustained in large part by droppings from seals and penguins. Changes in those populations could have ripple effects down the ecosystem.
How Did Chickpea Flour, A Staple Of Indian Cuisine, Become A Health Food Sensation?
Indians, along with the Nepalese, Pakistanis and many others, have been cooking with it for centuries. As Americans now embrace this ingredient with gusto, will its culinary heritage get blurred?
Houthi Rebels In Yemen Say They Have Begun Withdrawing From 3 Strategic Ports
The move would be the first step towards implementation of a ceasefire agreed to by the Houthis and Saudi-backed government forces in December. The ports serve as a lifeline for humanitarian aid.
Lawyer Made Famous In O.J. Simpson Trial Steps Away From Nipsey Hussle Case
Christopher Darden prosecuted O.J. Simpson. Until Friday, he had been defending the man accused of killing rapper Nipsey Hussle. Darden cited threats to his family adding: “Cowards never change.”
In Largely Catholic Philippines, A Muslim Woman Shakes Up Senate Campaign
Samira Gutoc, a women’s rights advocate, is fighting an uphill battle in Monday’s election. But she has already won a loyal following.
South African President Ramaphosa And ANC Hold On To Power In National Elections
President Cyril Ramaphosa will argue that he has a mandate to unify the country and turn around the struggling economy. South Africa’s stagnant unemployment rate is hovering at 27%.
In ‘The British Are Coming,’ Rick Atkinson Turns His Gaze To The American Revolution
The Pulitzer Prize-winning author and historian says there are lessons from the Revolution that hold true even today, 244 years after the shot heard ’round the world.