In this summer of covid freedom, disease experts warn: ‘The world needs a reality check’

Scientists point to ominous pandemic trends as coronavirus variants spread.

Private Israeli spyware used to hack cellphones of journalists, activists worldwide

Military-grade spyware licensed by an Israeli firm to governments for tracking terrorists and criminals was used in attempted and successful hacks of 37 smartphones belonging to journalists, human rights activists, business executives and two women close to murdered Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi, according to an investigation by The Washington Post and 16 media partners.

FBI failed to pursue Nassar sex-abuse allegations, inspector general finds

For many months, FBI agents did not act on the allegations. And dozens more appear to have been abused in the meantime, the report said.

The U.S. is backsliding on covid-19. Republicans seem to have decided that’s acceptable.

Too many Republicans are finding a way to hide from the truth: Vaccines are effective and they'll stop the pandemic from killing people.