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The pandemic has dramatically disrupted kids' normal routines, but a new study suggests the initial lockdowns of 2020 did not necessarily hinder preschoolers' language development.

Amid recent reports of civilian deaths from military drone strikes, human rights groups urged the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday to increase congressional oversight of the Pentagon's drone program.

The Washington Commanders NFL team announced Wednesday it has hired an independent investigator to probe allegations by a former employee that team owner Dan Snyder sexually harassed her.

Birk Ruud of Norway wins the gold in freeski big air, a close race during the men's 1500m short track speed skating final and Lindsey Jacobellis wins the USA's first gold of the Winter Olympics in the women's snowboard cross are among the highlights from the Beijing Olympics on February 9, 2022.

A pair of Ohio radio DJs broke a Guinness World Record when they conducted a 25-hour, 35-minute interview on the air.

Tesla recalled 26,681 vehicles over defective windshield defrosters, which increased the risk of crashes, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration said Wednesday.

Peacock said Wednesday it has ordered a limited series based on Liane Moriarty's novel, "Apples Never Fall."

Sweden ended widespread testing for the coronavirus on Wednesday, closing up mobile tent sites and drive-in centers against trends in other European countries.

Spectrum Originals announced Wednesday it has renewed its Wyoming-set crime drama, "Joe Pickett," for a second season.

K-pop star Moonbyul released a dance performance video for "Lunatic," a song from her solo EP "6equence."

The National Book Foundation and Alfred P. Sloan Foundation announced the first titles to win the Science + Literature program, created to elevate the diversity of voices and understanding in science and technology.

Kim Kardashian addressed her split from Kanye West in the March issue of Vogue magazine.

Washington Commanders defensive back Deshazor Everett has been criminally charged relating to a December auto accident that killed his girlfriend.

A new coronavirus test that provides results within 4 minutes is as accurate as a polymerase chain reaction (PCR) lab test, according to the Chinese scientists who developed it.

"The Weekend Away," a new thriller based on the Sarah Alderson novel and starring "Gossip Girl" actress Leighton Meester, is coming to Netflix.

Samsung launched new smartphones and tablets during its Galaxy Unpacked event Wednesday, unveiling the new Galaxy S22.

Animal rescuers in Britain were summoned to a water treatment plant to assist a badger that fell into an empty treatment tank.

Millions of people have tuned in to watch Netflix's scintillating true-crime film, "The Tinder Swindler," putting it in the streaming service's Top 10 list in 92 countries this month. Here are five similar documentaries.

A small new study says weight-loss surgery can reverse low testosterone in obese teen boys, improving fertility and sexual functioning.

"West Side Story," a musical drama directed by Steven Spielberg and starring Ansel Elgort and Rachel Zegler, is coming to Disney+ in March.

Elections officials and several North Carolina voters asked a federal judge this week to allow a punitive proposal -- which would bar controversial Rep. Madison Cawthorn from seeking office again -- to move forward.

The Roku Channel shared a trailer and premiere date for "Reno 911! Defunded," a new "Reno 911!" revival featuring the original cast.

Strokes caused by COVID-19 appear to be more disabling and deadly than those not associated with the infectious disease, a new study finds.

Two Democratic lawmakers proposed a bill on Wednesday to suspend the federal gasoline tax through the end of this year, to ease the burden on millions of American drivers who are paying more at the pump.

Global warming will lead to longer, hotter summers. But cranking up the A/C may not be a viable solution -- climate change could push U.S. energy demands past the nation's electricity-producing capacity within a decade.