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Isolation and sanitation during COVID-19 may affect human microbiome, scientists say

Isolation and sanitation during COVID-19 may affect human microbiome, scientists say

VANCOUVER — As people around the world remain isolated in their homes, avoiding close contact with others and meticulously sanitizing their hands and surfaces, scientists warn there may be unintended consequences of these necessary pandemic protocols
Deal reached in suit alleging James Franco sexual misconduct

Deal reached in suit alleging James Franco sexual misconduct

LOS ANGELES — A tentative settlement has been reached in a lawsuit that alleged James Franco intimidated students at an acting and film school he founded into gratuitous and exploitative sexual situations, attorneys for the plaintiffs said Saturday.
As 'Kimye' become Kim and Kanye, will it stay peaceful?

As 'Kimye' become Kim and Kanye, will it stay peaceful?

LOS ANGELES — Initial signs suggest a smooth and amicable split between Kim Kardashian West and Kanye West.
Pandemic makes prostitution taboo in Nevada's legal brothels

Pandemic makes prostitution taboo in Nevada's legal brothels

LAS VEGAS — Before the coronavirus pandemic, tourist-dependent Nevada had a notorious attraction: It was the only place in America where someone could legally pay for sex. These days, even in the state known for sin, the business is taboo.
Boy Scouts celebrate the first group of female Eagle Scouts

Boy Scouts celebrate the first group of female Eagle Scouts

Growing up in Minneapolis, Isabella Tunney followed the progress of her older brother with admiration and occasional envy as he worked toward earning the Boy Scouts’ prestigious rank of Eagle Scout.
With no crowds, Louvre gets rare chance to refurbish

With no crowds, Louvre gets rare chance to refurbish

PARIS — The 518-year-old Mona Lisa has seen many things in her life on a wall, but rarely this: Almost four months with no Louvre visitors.
Princess Eugenie and husband pick a name for their baby son

Princess Eugenie and husband pick a name for their baby son

LONDON — Britain’s Princess Eugenie and her husband Jack Brooksbank have named their baby boy August Philip Hawke Brooksbank, Buckingham Palace said Saturday. The baby — a ninth great-grandchild for Queen Elizabeth II — was born Feb.
Kim and Kanye: Tales of an uber celeb marriage gone wrong

Kim and Kanye: Tales of an uber celeb marriage gone wrong

NEW YORK — Holograms and Twitter rants, roving gospel gatherings and billion-dollar business ventures. If there's one word that defines the lives of Kanye West and Kim Kardashian West, it's BIG.
'Kimye' is no more: Kardashian files to divorce West

'Kimye' is no more: Kardashian files to divorce West

LOS ANGELES — “Kimye” is kaput Kim Kardashian West filed for divorce from Kanye West Friday after 6 1/2 years of marriage, court records show.
Police eye Marilyn Manson in domestic violence investigation

Police eye Marilyn Manson in domestic violence investigation

LOS ANGELES — Detectives are investigating allegations of domestic violence against rocker Marilyn Manson involving incidents that occurred about a decade ago in West Hollywood, authorities said Friday.
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