Новости за 21.06.2019

There are plans for a half dozen new stores and an e-commerce site

In April 2001, a joint resolution passed the Texas House and Senate that declared Whataburger, the state’s beloved fast-food chain, to be a “Texas Treasure.” In the most Texan fashion imaginable, the bill honoring the burger institution was introduced by the state chair of the Texas Public Health Committee. “They deserve credit for capturing the…

As lawmakers around the world debate how best to fight climate change, one goal is rapidly becoming standard: net-zero emissions by 2050. That means that greenhouse gases would be dramatically reduced — most likely by using a combination of switching from coal and gas to wind and solar, becoming more energy-efficient and putting taxes or…

She's been held for three years on controversial charges

The leading Brexiteer is about to take over for Theresa May

Women in more than 100 countries can buy birth control pills without a prescription. Now, some members of Congress from both parties are arguing that the United States should allow it as well. Earlier this month, Texas Sen. Ted Cruz became the latest Republican to voice support for making birth control available over the counter,…

Robert Rosenberg reflects on the making of the film and what it still has to teach

The U.S. and Iran moved to defuse rising tensions Friday after a tense 24 hours in which the world waited to see if President Donald Trump would authorize military action for a shoot-down of a Navy drone. In a string of four morning tweets, Trump said he called off launching airstrikes on three sites in…

The summer solstice makes today the longest day and shortest night of 2019

"I wouldn't be here without my mom," said Zion Williamson in an ESPN interview.

Why many experts disagree with the theory

Whether it’s creating an inclusive beauty line or trolling her fans’ thirst for new music with her new fashion line, Rihanna always seems to be the ace at whatever she sets her mind to. Case in point: her day drinking adventure with Seth Meyers, which included some very inventive mixology inspired by Ri Ri’s greatest…

They all go back to one study

Try to top this mother-in-law nightmare.

Consider this viral video captured by a Florida father a helpful reminder of how thrilling the simple joys of life can be. Spencer Fitch discovered his three-month-old tot experiencing the childish wonderment of a fan in a moment of pure joy that is making the rounds online. “I personally feel that it takes the audience…

United Airlines has canceled some direct flights after the Federal Aviation Administration banned U.S. carriers from Iranian airspace following Iran’s shoot-down of a high-altitude U.S. drone in the area. Other airlines around the world are following suit and avoiding the area. The FAA order comes after Iran shot down an unarmed RQ-4 Global Hawk surveillance…

The blockade follows the occupation and shutting down of government offices and law courts

Trump tweeted that he was ready to retaliate until learning 150 people could die

A video showing a U.K. Member of Parliament aggressively grabbing a female climate protester by the neck and marching her out of a banquet dinner is dividing the country. The footage, filmed by TV news cameras on Thursday night and widely shared on social media, shows Mark Field, who is also a minister in the…

New research has linked its production to many issues, including wildlife deaths

Can the prestigious ranking stay relevant in the social media age?

Biden has faced intense scrutiny for his recent fumbles on abortion and race

Law enforcement agencies have long seen domestic abuse almost exclusively in physical terms. That's changing

"It shows the chaos in this administration," said Democratic Sen. Chuck Schumer of New York.

President Trump reportedly approved the strikes, but then called them off