Global September 2020

Life In Venus’ Clouds?

Two telescopes in Hawaii and Chile have discovered that a type of gas associated with life is in the clouds of Venus’ atmosphere. This hints at the possible existence of microbes.

Health Care September 2020

Drug May Shorten COVID-19 Recovery Time

A study shows baricitinib, a drug used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, when combined with remdesivir has helped shorten the recovery time in COVID-19 patients.

Global September 2020

Big Ten Changes Course

The Big Ten has changed course; all 14 of its teams will play eight regular-season games. The Big Ten said its Council of Presidents and Chancellors voted unanimously to restart sports.

Health Care September 2020

Infection Rates Soar In College Towns

According to AP, the 20 of the 50 large United States counties with the highest percentage of student residents have consistently reported higher rates of COVID-19 since Sept. 1.

Hispanic Community September 2020

Peacock Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

The streaming service Peacock is premiering new content in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, including a short-form documentary series called True Colors.

Health Care September 2020

Virus Cases Rise In US Heartland

Coronavirus cases are rising in the Midwest and West in such states as Wisconsin, Utah, Oklahoma, Missouri, Idaho, Iowa and South Dakota, creating problems for hospitals and schools.

Technology September 2020

USM Creates Free COVID Online Course

"Understanding the Pandemic: A COVID-19 Public Service Short Course" is a free, six-part, online course being offered by the University of Southern Mississippi.

Health Care September 2020

Disney To Lay Off 28K At Its US Parks

The Walt Disney Co. said it is laying off 28,000 workers from its U.S. theme parks. Disney officials said the company would provide severance packages and job assistance.

Health Care October 2020

More Than 160 UW Students Contract COVID-19

There were 163 COVID-19 cases at UW. Health officials warn cooler weather will likely mean more time indoors, which could further facilitate the spread of the COVID-19.

Technology October 2020

Voter Beware: How To Avoid Election Mischief

PSAs from the FBI and the Department of Homeland Security's cybersecurity agency are warning voters of possible election disruptions, including cyber threats to voting systems.

Global October 2020

Trump Vows Not To Participate In Virtual Debate

The next presidential debate was supposed to be virtual because of President Donald Trump testing positive for COVID-19. The president has refused to participate in a virtual debate.

Arts and Media October 2020

American Poet Wins Nobel Literature Prize

Yale University faculty member Louise Glück became the 16th female Nobel Literature laureate when she won the Nobel Prize in Literature for her poetry.

Global October 2020

AG On Alleged Plot To Kidnap Governor

Michigan's Attorney General Dana Nessel disclosed on "CBS This Morning" that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer was regularly updated about the alleged kidnapping plot.

Financing October 2020

Missouri S&T Announces $300M Gift

Missouri University of Science and Technology is planning to use a $300 million gift to establish a new school, develop new research areas, and provide scholarships and fellowships.

Global October 2020

More Than 17M Americans Have Already Voted

With millions of Americans casting their ballots for the upcoming election, experts are predicting a record 150 million votes may be cast for the 2020 election.