The Big Payback’s Erika Alexander and Whitney Dow on reparations in America
In an interview with Digital Trends, directors Erika Alexander and Whitney Dow discuss reparations in America in their new PBS documentary The Big Payback......»»
Lawsuit accuses Stellantis, Maserati of blocking sale of N.Y. dealerships
Dualed Alfa Romeo and Maserati dealerships in Great Neck, N.Y., have sued Stellantis and Maserati North America for denying an application to transfer the franchises......»»
If you have to watch one Peacock movie this August, stream this one
One of the best, and most controversial, movies ever made in America is now streaming on Peacock. Here's why you need to stream it this month......»»
Rare butterfly only found on Pa. military base should be listed as endangered, feds say
The eastern subspecies of the regal fritillary butterfly, marked by orange forewings and dark hindwings, is found in only one location in North America and is threatened with extinction......»»
35 years ago, one of the best consoles of all time changed gaming forever
Thirty-five years ago, Sega didn't just release the Genesis in North America. It created the playbook for the modern console wars......»»
Scientists develop a unique approach to conserve the monarch butterfly
The monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus L.) is one of the most widely popular butterfly species in North America. We are accustomed to seeing its beautiful orange wings with black-veined outlines flying in gardens and wildflower fields during the sum.....»»
40 years ago, this ’80s action movie captured America’s imagination. Does it still hold up in 2024?
Four decades ago, a low-budget action movie captured America's Cold War moment. All these years later, does it still hold up?.....»»
When godliness goes up, financial advisor misconduct goes down
Every day, financial advisors take perhaps the toughest ethical test in America. Entrusted with managing more than $30 trillion in assets by clients who are relatively naïve in the ways of financial markets, they face constant temptations and opport.....»»
New study unveils 16,000 years of climate history in the tropical Andes
A new study that explores ancient temperatures and rainfall patterns in the tropical Andes of South America has revealed how 16,000 years of climate history in this part of the world was driven by carbon dioxide levels and ocean currents from global.....»»
Those with the biggest biases choose first, according to new math study
In just a few months, voters across America will head to the polls to decide who will be the next U.S. president. A new study draws on mathematics to break down how humans make decisions like this one......»»
Bank of America, Wells Fargo are under investigation for handling of customers funds on Zelle
Bank of America, Wells Fargo are under investigation for handling of customers funds on Zelle.....»»
Colombia, Guatemala learn from each other in rainforest preservation
In the lush jungle of northern Guatemala—in the largest protected area in Central America—30 leaders from Colombia's Amazon basin region are swapping strategies with local ethnic Maya farmers on how to live off this dense forest without destroyin.....»»
How America"s elites may hold the key to lowering murder rates
New crime laws, police funding and similar efforts may have some effect on homicide rates in the United States—but the biggest impact will come from the actions of our political and economic elites......»»
Groundwater plays an invisible role supporting lakes
Nearly 90% of North America's lakes are located in Canada. That's why they make up such an enormous part of our landscape. Among their many vital functions, lakes are essential to the biodiversity of our territory and constitute indispensable oases f.....»»
35 years later, the Game Boy still shapes how we play games
Nintendo's Game Boy launched in North America 35 years ago, but its impact on gaming hardware and the games we play can still be felt today......»»
Monarch butterflies need help, and research shows a little bit of milkweed goes a long way
Monarch butterflies, with their striking orange and black wings, are some of the most recognizable butterflies in North America. But they're in trouble......»»
Goodyear hires former Stellantis executives Mamatha Chamarthi, Will Roland
Goodyear CEO Mark Stewart, formerly Stellantis COO for North America, is bringing two former colleagues to senior executive posts at Goodyear. .....»»
Study finds friendships in America may be in less peril than previously thought
American adults may typically have more friends than indicated by other recent surveys, with fewer Americans having no friends at all—though many would like closer friendships. Natalie Pennington of Colorado State University, US, and colleagues pre.....»»
Dark and gritty The Penguin trailer debuts at San Diego Comic-Con
"America's a hustle, not that I'm complaining." Colin Farrell stars as Batman villain Oswald Cobblepot in HBO's new series, The Penguin. The merging of Warner Bros. and Discovery effectively put an end to one DC Extended Universe er.....»»
Marvel has cast Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom in two new Avengers movies
Also news re: Captain America: Brave New World, Thunderbolts, Fantastic Four: First Steps. Enlarge / Robert Downey Jr. will play Doctor Doom in two new Avengers movies from the Russo brothers. (credit: Marvel Studios) Th.....»»
New research shows how global warming is messing with our rainfall
The past century of human-induced warming has increased rainfall variability over 75% of the Earth's land area—particularly over Australia, Europe and eastern North America, new research shows......»»