Seattle’s carbon-neutral NHL venue will be Climate Pledge Arena, thanks to Amazon
Amazon paid for the naming rights to Seattle's new NHL arena. The company is calling it the Climate Pledge Arena based on its commitment to carbon neutrality.
Flushing the toilet may spread coronavirus germs, study finds
Toilet plumes are the aerosols that are released into the air after flushing. Researchers did simulations to see how the coronavirus may spread via plumes.
All the COVID-19 treatments currently in clinical trials
Institutions around the world are working to find treatments and vaccines for COVID-19, the novel coronavirus. The pathway is a long and difficult one.
Here’s what Bill Gates says should be on your summer reading list
What is Bill Gates reading this summer? Mainly nonfiction books, but one fiction pick is from 2004. He also opts for some a prescient book about pandemics.
The FDA has shut down a Bill Gates-backed coronavirus testing program
The FDA has requested the shutdown of SCAN, a Seattle-based coronavirus testing program backed by Bill Gates, while it awaits an emergency use authorization.
Now is the perfect time to watch Avatar: The Last Airbender on Netflix
Avatar: The Last Airbender is back streaming after a long break. It's on Netflix, and if you've never seen the delightful yet deep show, now is the time.
Why is the CDC still using fax machines in its coronavirus response?
While many health records are electronic, not all public health agencies have the technology to efficiently get the needed data amid the coronavirus pandemic.
The FBI accuses China of trying to steal U.S. coronavirus vaccine research
The FBI and Department of Homeland Security accused China of attempting to steal coronavirus vaccine research from the U.S. and urged researchers to be wary.
FDA authorizes at-home coronavirus test that uses your spit
The coronavirus test from a Rutgers University laboratory allows you to collect a saliva sample at home before sending it back to the lab for a diagnosis.
Coronavirus antibody tests aren’t created equal. Here’s what you need to know
The Food and Drug Administration recently changed its standards around accuracy for coronavirus antibody tests. Previously, there wasn't a lot of guideance.
How to watch the Disney Family Singalong: Volume II
ABC will air a second Disney Family Singalong on Mother's Day. There will be songs from Aladdin, The Little Mermaid, and more, and plenty of songs to belt out.
FDA authorizes experimental drug remdesivir as coronavirus treatment
The Food and Drug Administration granted emergency authorization to Gilead Sciences' remdesivir drug to treat the coronavirus. It's shown promising results.
Elon Musk sends Tesla stock tumbling after bizarre tweets
In another Twitter rant, Tesla's CEO Elon Musk said the company's stock was too high, causing the stock to drop immediately. He's been having quite a week.
Why is it so difficult to get tested for coronavirus in the United States?
Coronavirus testing in the U.S. hasn't met any of the benchmarks various experts have proposed in order to ease social distancing measures. Here's why.
Coronavirus testing: Everything you need to know
The U.S. needs more tests for the coronavirus pandemic, but these tests have accuracy issues that need fixing as well before lockdown measures can be eased.
A blessing in the skies: How coronavirus is affecting Earth’s atmosphere
China, Italy, and the U.S. have all seen reductions in pollution levels as people shelter in place. What would it take to make it last after the pandemic?
On May 27, NASA will launch a crew from U.S. soil for first time in a decade
NASA hasn't launched a crewed mission from U.S. soil in nearly 10 years. With SpaceX's help, it will do so on May 27, with the Crew Dragon and two astronauts.
WHO says these six things need to happen before lockdowns are liftedÂ
The World Health Organization has six recommendations countries need to follow before ending lockdowns, if they don't want COVID-19 cases to spike again.
Avoid Twitter’s swamp of misinformation by following these epidemiology experts
Epidemiologists, public health experts, and others are spending time on Twitter to bring the public some good, reliable COVID-19 information amid the pandemic.
Should you wipe down or sanitize your groceries?
Amid the coronavirus outbreak, many people have taken to deep-cleaning all their groceries — but is it a good idea?