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Maternal mortality increased sharply at start of COVID-19 pandemic, study says

Health News // 15 hours ago

Maternal mortality increased sharply at start of COVID-19 pandemic, study says

In another worrying sign of COVID-19's sad toll on U.S. society, a new study finds that maternal mortality increased sharply at the start of the pandemic, disproportionately affecting Black and Hispanic mothers.

Mo Willems: 'Naked Mole Rat' is a coming-out, accepting-in story

TV // 22 hours ago

Mo Willems: 'Naked Mole Rat' is a coming-out, accepting-in story

Study: Medicare could waste up to $605M on Alzheimer's drug vials

Health News // 1 day ago

Study: Medicare could waste up to $605M on Alzheimer's drug vials

South Korean unification minister warns of 'much sterner' response to North

World News // 1 day ago

South Korean unification minister warns of 'much sterner' response to North

Richard Dreyfuss 'had a ball' playing 'Yellowstone City' saloonkeeper

Movies // 4 days ago

Richard Dreyfuss 'had a ball' playing 'Yellowstone City' saloonkeeper

Richard Dreyfuss says the chance to play a Shakespeare-spewing barkeep in the mystery-western, "Murder at Yellowstone City," was simply too irresistible to pass up.

Lebanon, Israel at a crossroads for gas wealth prospects

World News // 4 days ago

Lebanon, Israel at a crossroads for gas wealth prospects

Europe's growing need for gas caused by Russia's war on Ukraine is increasing interest in speeding exploration of gas fields in the Mediterranean Sea -- and pushing Lebanon and Israel to settle their border dispute.

John Early: 'Would it Kill You to Laugh?' is 'timeless and silly'

TV // 4 days ago

John Early: 'Would it Kill You to Laugh?' is 'timeless and silly'

John Early and Kate Berlant say their new Peacock sketch-comedy special "Would it Kill You to Laugh?" mines ordinary, relatable situations rather than current events for humor.

Kim Jong Un orders front-line 'war deterrent' amid mounting nuclear concerns

World News // 4 days ago

Kim Jong Un orders front-line 'war deterrent' amid mounting nuclear concerns

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un called for boosting the country's "war deterrent," state media reported Friday, amid a planned reshuffling of front-line units that has raised nuclear concerns.

Screening to predict development of kidney disease underutilized, doctors say

Health News // 4 days ago

Screening to predict development of kidney disease underutilized, doctors say

Finding better ways to determine whether a person is at risk of chronic kidney disease could help introduce lifestyle changes to prevent a condition that affects roughly 38 million adults in the United States.

Gwendoline Christie: 'Flux Gourmet' is 'an expression of my personality'

Movies // 4 days ago

Gwendoline Christie: 'Flux Gourmet' is 'an expression of my personality'

Gwendoline Christie tells UPI why her new movie, "Flux Gourmet," is closer to her personality than her roles in "Game of Thrones" or "Star Wars."

CBD marketing for dogs way ahead of the science, experts say

Health News // 4 days ago

CBD marketing for dogs way ahead of the science, experts say

Dog owners give their furry companions CBD-based products to treat everything from anxiety to arthritis, but just like with humans, benefits of the compound for canines remain unproven, experts told UPI.

Director, stars say Ethan Hawke creates unique, terrifying villain in 'Black Phone'

Movies // 4 days ago

Director, stars say Ethan Hawke creates unique, terrifying villain in 'Black Phone'

Scott Derrickson says Ethan Hawke, who plays a mask-wearing, serial child killer in his 1970s-set horror movie, "The Black Phone," almost didn't take the role because he typically doesn't play villains.

Najib Mikati remains Lebanon PM, but difficult times ahead

World News // 5 days ago

Najib Mikati remains Lebanon PM, but difficult times ahead

Najib Mikati, chosen Thursday to remain as Lebanese prime minister, faces the difficult task of forming a new government and slowing the country's collapse until the election of a new president in October, analysts said.

Title IX at 50: huge gains for women's sports, but more work to do

Sports News // 5 days ago

Title IX at 50: huge gains for women's sports, but more work to do

As Title IX marks its 50th anniversary, supporters credit the law for sparking more participation, profits and opportunities for women in sports. Critics say a cash-driven NCAA and those who ignore the law stymie growth.

Jeremy Allen White: 'The Bear' shows chefs' 'sacrifice and commitment'

TV // 5 days ago

Jeremy Allen White: 'The Bear' shows chefs' 'sacrifice and commitment'

Jeremy Allen White describes his cooking lessons to play a chef in "The Bear," premiering Thursday on FX.

From 'Crown' to 'Chloe': Erin Doherty wants to keep surprising people

TV // 5 days ago

From 'Crown' to 'Chloe': Erin Doherty wants to keep surprising people

Erin Doherty said she signed on to play cyber-stalker and con artist Becky in Prime Video's "Chloe" because the character was so unlike Princess Anne, whom she portrayed on "The Crown." The series premieres Friday.

South Korea launches homegrown Nuri rocket in major space milestone

World News // 1 week ago

South Korea launches homegrown Nuri rocket in major space milestone

South Korea successfully launched its first homegrown rocket on Tuesday, deploying a satellite into low-Earth orbit in a major milestone as the country jumps into the space race with commercial and military implications.

'Beavis and Butt-Head' creator Mike Judge: 'They don't change much'

Movies // 1 week ago

'Beavis and Butt-Head' creator Mike Judge: 'They don't change much'

Mike Judge discusses the return of his animated teenager in "Beavis and Butt-Head Do the Universe" and an upcoming Paramount+ revival series.

Human-rights based U.S. ban on goods from China's Xinjiang region takes effect

U.S. News // 1 week ago

Human-rights based U.S. ban on goods from China's Xinjiang region takes effect

A new law restricting imports from China's western Xinjiang Province goes into effect on Tuesday, giving U.S. customs officials broad authority to stop goods linked to forced labor of the Uighur minority.

Zahn McClarnon: 'Dark Winds' is chance for Native Americans to tell their own stories

TV // 1 week ago

Zahn McClarnon: 'Dark Winds' is chance for Native Americans to tell their own stories

Zahn McClarnon says he wanted to star in "Dark Winds," AMC's adaptation of Tony Hillerman's beloved Leaphorn & Chee book series, because it would be the rare TV show with a mostly Native American cast and writing team.

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