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For elephants, like people, greetings are a complicated affair
For elephants, greetings appear to be a similarly complex affair. A study based on observations of African savannah elephants in the Jafuta Reserve in Zimbabwe provides new insight into the visual, acoustic and tactile gestures they employ in greetings, including how greetings differ depending on factors such as their sex and whether they are looking at each other. "Elephants live in a so-called 'fission-fusion' society, where they often separate and reunite, meeting after hours, days or month
3 min read - HealthReuters
New breast cancer genes found in women of African ancestry, may improve risk assessment
Twelve breast cancer genes identified in women of African ancestry in a large study published on Monday may one day help better predict their risk for the disease and highlights potential risk differences from women of European descent. Studies to identify genetic mutations linked with breast cancer have previously mainly focused on women of European ancestry. The new findings are drawn from more than 40,000 women of African ancestry in the United States, Africa and Barbados, including 18,034
2 min read - WorldReuters
Four dead, several feared trapped under billboard in freak accident during Mumbai rainstorm
At least four people are dead, 61 injured and more than 40 feared trapped after a massive billboard fell during a rainstorm in India's financial capital of Mumbai on Monday, local officials said. The rainstorm was accompanied by gusty winds, causing the billboard, located next to a busy road in the eastern suburb of Ghatkopar to collapse on some houses and a petrol pump. A rescue operation for the people remaining trapped under the billboard is ongoing.
1 min read - ScienceCNN
A strange fungus could transform emerging cicadas into ‘saltshakers of death,’ scientists say
This spring, some cicadas will be turned into sex-crazed zombies, thanks to a strange fungus called Massospora cicadina.
5 min read - ScienceThe Conversation
‘Dancing’ raisins − a simple kitchen experiment reveals how objects can extract energy from their environment and come to life
Want to bring extra life to a glass of champagne or soda water? Physicists will tell you to drop in a small object, such as a berry or raisin.
6 min read - ScienceCBS News
More geomagnetic storms likely to continue today
The forecasted conditions come after a weekend of jaw-dropping northern lights seen as far south as Florida and as "magnetically complex" sunspots bigger than Earth continue to emit solar flares.
2 min read - HealthThe Conversation
Binge drinking is a growing public health crisis − a neurobiologist explains how research on alcohol use disorder has shifted
Singer Amy Winehouse died from alcohol toxicity in 2011, the same year that the American Society of Addiction Medicine publicly recognized addiction as a brain disorder.
7 min read - USThe Conversation
Thirsty in paradise: Water crises are a growing problem across the Caribbean islands
Water is everywhere, but freshwater supplies are limited on many Caribbean islands. Rising demand and climate change are worsening water shortages for the people who live here.
6 min read - ScienceSpace
How a giant sunspot unleashed solar storms that spawned global auroras that just dazzled us all
Intense solar activity generated the most extreme geomagnetic storm since 2003 on Friday (May 10), and the action could continue into this week. Here's how it happened.
8 min read - USAssociated Press
Indonesia's Mount Ibu erupts, spewing thick ash and dark clouds into the sky
Mount Ibu, a volcano in Indonesia's North Maluku province, erupted on Monday, spewing thick grey ash and dark clouds 5,000 meters (16,400 feet) into the sky for five minutes, officials said. “The volcanic earthquakes are still intense so there is a potential for a future eruption,” Hendra Gunawan, chief of the Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation said. Officials advised residents and tourists not to conduct any activities within 5 kilometers (3 miles) of Mount Ibu's crater.
1 min read - USCNN
There’s another chance to view the stunning northern lights show Sunday night – but not for everyone
In case you missed the stunning nighttime spectacle of multicolored auroras dancing in the skies across the Northern Hemisphere, there is still a chance Sunday evening to catch a glimpse – but not for everyone.
5 min read - BusinessSpace
SpaceX launches 23 Starlink satellites from Florida (video)
SpaceX launched 23 of its Starlink satellites from Florida on Sunday (May 12), adding to its huge and ever-growing broadband megaconstellation.
2 min read - ScienceCBS News
Spectacular photos show the northern lights around the world
People from the United States and Canada to the United Kingdom, Poland, parts of China and Russia saw the northern lights this weekend.
2 min read - ScienceThe Conversation
Paying people to replant tropical forests − and letting them harvest the timber − can pay off for climate, justice and environment
It might seem counterintuitive to suggest timber harvesting when the goal is to restore forests, but that gives landholders the economic incentive to protect and manage forests over time.
6 min read - ScienceNBC News
In the mystery of Florida’s bizarre spinning fish, a leading suspect has emerged
A mysterious ailment causing fish in the Florida Keys to spin in circles and die has touched off a race to find the cause and save the endangered sawfish.
5 min read - ScienceSpace
The stormy sun erupts with its biggest solar flare yet from a massive sunspot — and it's still crackling (video)
Just when we think we’ve seen the most powerful of flares from a colossal sunspot, the sun unleashed kicked off the strongest eruption of the weekend yet and is still crackling with solar storms.
3 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
2024 NBA Mock Draft 7.0: Who will the Hawks take at No. 1? Our projections for every pick with lottery order now set
With the lottery order set, here's a look at Yahoo Sports' projections for both rounds of the 2024 NBA Draft.
16 min read - PoliticsYahoo News
Trump trial live updates: Michael Cohen testifies in hush money case, recounts arranging deal to silence Stormy Daniels
The former president’s criminal hush money trial resumes Monday in Manhattan, where his former lawyer and fixer is expected to take the stand.
1 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
NBA Draft Lottery: Hawks get No. 1 pick, despite 3 percent chance of winning
The Atlanta Hawks won the No. 1 overall selection in the NBA Draft Lottery. The Hawks had a 3 percent chance of winning the top pick.
4 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
How rich homebuyers are avoiding high mortgage rates
Homebuyers with means are turning to an old strategy to get around a new crop of high mortgage rates: all-cash deals.
5 min read - BusinessYahoo Personal Finance
How to earn a defensive driving discount
Learn about defensive driving courses, including how to find an approved class and how much a discount will save on your car insurance.
6 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
2024 NBA Draft Combine: 7 players to watch, including Bronny James
Here's a look at seven players who could help their draft stock the most this week at the 2024 NBA Draft Combine.
6 min read - CelebrityYahoo Canada Style
'I want to feel liberated': Shania Twain, 58, has no interest in undergoing surgeries to look younger. Everything the star has said about aging
"A surgery that is not necessary for my wellbeing is removing my cellulite," Twain said.
5 min read - PoliticsYahoo Finance
Biden's coming new tariffs on China reflect 'lessons learned'
A sweeping White House move on China tariffs that is expected to be unveiled early next week "reflects lessons learned," according to a former official who was involved in the process.
5 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
One stock is dragging down the S&P 500's earnings growth
S&P 500 companies have had a solid Q1 earnings season, with one key exception: drugmaker Bristol Myers Squibb.
3 min read - LifestyleAutoblog
Best used cars to buy in 2024: From trucks and SUVs to EVs
The best used cars to buy in 2024 include small and midsize cars, trucks, crossovers and SUVs, and even a couple of used electric cars.
19 min read - LifestyleYahoo Life Shopping
The 40+ best Amazon deals this week: Save up to 80% on vacuums, gardening tools, tech goodies and more
We've got our eye on a viral Bissell carpet cleaner on rare sale for $99, plus an Apple iPad marked down by $80, to name a few.
2 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
Can anyone beat the Las Vegas Aces?
The Aces are loaded, but that doesn't mean teams aren't going all in to knock them off their perch.
7 min read - BusinessYahoo Finance
Fed’s Jefferson calls for holding rates steady until inflation cools further
Federal Reserve vice chair Philip Jefferson on Monday became the latest central bank official to call for holding interest rates at current levels until inflation shows more signs of cooling.
2 min read - StyleYahoo Life Shopping
Cher loves these flared pants from Amazon that make her look 'bootyfull,' and they're down to $20
More than 28,000 shoppers agree with the legendary performer — and at over 30% off, the savings are un-'Believe'-able.
4 min read - SportsYahoo Sports
There are 11 times as many WNBA MVP bets on Caitlin Clark than any other player
The Indiana Fever are a popular bet to win the WNBA title, as well.
3 min read - LifestyleAutoblog
Save up to 47% on an Armor All car cleaning kit today thanks to these Amazon deals
Need to pick up some car cleaning gear? Armor All is one of the best brands in the game. Claim up to 47% off thanks to this Amazon sale!
4 min read - BusinessEngadget
Amazon workers become the first to unionize at one of the company's Canadian warehouses
Amazon workers at a Quebec facility have become the first to form a union at one of the company's Canadian warehouses.
2 min read - EntertainmentYahoo News Canada
'Drag Race' star Jimbo brings Jimbo's Drag Circus tour home to Canada, including our favourite characters
Canada's Drag Race, RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars and UK vs. the World legend, Jimbo, is travelling around Canada for Jimbo's Drag Circus.
3 min read - USWPIX New York City, NY
Police search for man who punched actor Steve Buscemi on Manhattan street: NYPD
KIPS BAY, Manhattan (PIX11) — Police are searching for a man accused of punching actor Steve Buscemi in the face in New York City on Wednesday, according to the NYPD. Police were called to 369 Third Ave. in Manhattan around 12 p.m. Buscemi was taken to the hospital to be treated for bruising, swelling and […]
1 min read - CelebrityParade
Halle Berry Leaves Nothing to the Imagination in Bare Photo
The 57-year-old posed for the picture on an outdoor balcony wearing nothing but her birthday suit.
2 min read - SportsMMA Junkie
Joe Rogan says Mike Tyson in savage mode: ‘If I was Jake Paul, I would be sh*tting my pants’
Joe Rogan likes what he sees out of Mike Tyson's mentality ahead of his fight against Jake Paul.
2 min read - PoliticsHuffPost
Springsteen Fans Roast Trump For Bizarre Boast About Size Of New Jersey Crowd
A spokesperson for the city of Wildwood said Trump spoke to 80,000 to 100,000 people, but video of the event made that hard to believe.
3 min read - PoliticsAssociated Press
Harris utters a profanity in advice to young Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders
Vice President Kamala Harris used a profanity on Monday while offering advice to young Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders about how to break through barriers. Harris was participating in a conversation moderated by actor and comedian Jimmy O. Yang when he asked her what it means to be the first vice president of Asian descent and how that heritage has informed her views and roles as a leader. Harris' mother was from India and her father was from Jamaica, and she's the firs
1 min read - USAssociated Press
Actor Steve Buscemi is OK after being punched in the face in New York City
Actor Steve Buscemi is OK after he was punched in the face by a man on a New York City street, his publicist said Sunday. The 66-year-old star of “Fargo” and “Boardwalk Empire” was assaulted late Wednesday morning in Manhattan and taken to a nearby hospital with bruising, swelling and bleeding to his left eye. “Steve Buscemi was assaulted in Mid-Town Manhattan, another victim of a random act of violence in the city,” according to a statement Sunday from his publicist.
1 min read - CelebrityMiami Herald
‘Now I know what he sounds like’: Listen to Barron Trump’s voice in resurfaced video
The teenager is about to graduate high school
1 min read - BusinessGOBankingRates
Dave Ramsey: Why You Shouldn’t Pay Off Your Mortgage Early Even If You Can
Dave Ramsey, the renowned financial guru, has long been a proponent of financial discipline and savvy money management. This can include paying off your mortgage early, but only under specific...
7 min read - WorldParade
King Charles Gives Unsettling Health Update Amid Cancer Battle
The 75-year-old monarch only recently returned to his royal duties after announcing he was diagnosed with cancer.
2 min read - PoliticsHuffPost
Jim Mattis Gave Absolutely Brutal Description Of Donald Trump, New Book Claims
A former Trump aide also detailed the ex-defense secretary's reported tactic of avoiding the then-president.
1 min read - SportsDeadline
Mike Tyson Drawing Concerns From Boxing Peers Over His Jake Paul Fight
Mike Tyson was once the baddest man on the planet as the heavyweight boxing champion. But at age 57, and better known for his roles in such projects as The Hangover films and the Mike Tyson Mysteries TV series over the last 19 years, Tyson has raised concerns that he’s making a big mistake by …
2 min read - CelebritySheKnows
John Travolta’s Alleged New Romance May Have a Major Hurdle on His End
While the internet and friends of the two are shipping John Travolta and Kristin Davis together, their alleged romance could have a huge hurdle on Travolta’s side. Insiders said to Closer Weekly on May 8 that Travolta is having a hard time moving on from the passing of his late wife, Kelly Preston. Now, this …
2 min read - WorldCBS News
8 people killed in mass shooting near resort town in Mexico
The town's mayor, Rafael Vargas, called the attack "a terrible violent act."
2 min read - BusinessAssociated Press
Small, well-built Chinese EV called the Seagull poses a big threat to the US auto industry
A tiny, low-priced electric car called the Seagull has American automakers and politicians trembling. The car, launched last year by Chinese automaker BYD, sells for around $12,000 in China, but drives well and is put together with craftsmanship that rivals U.S. electric vehicles that cost three times as much. Tariffs on imported Chinese vehicles will keep the Seagull out of America for now, and it likely would sell for more than 12 grand if imported.
5 min read - HealthBuzzFeed
"Dead Butt Syndrome" Is A Real Thing — Here's How To Tell If You Have It
If you sit most of the day, there's a solid chance you have this.
7 min read - LifestyleSTYLECASTER
Weekly Tarot Horoscope May 13-19: Expect the Unexpected
When you pull The Tower, it's an unpredictable hour.
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