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Emily Moxley, Director of Product for Search, speaks during a demostration of Google's newest search features at an event in 2018. Google was sued for the third time in two months on Thursday over its dominance in search and search advertising.

Google Hit With Another Lawsuit Challenging Its Dominance

A bipartisan group of 38 attorneys general is taking aim at a broad swath of Google's practices in search and in search advertising, its biggest and most important businesses.

A survey finds many Americans get unexpected medical bills and the majority come because patients expect their insurance to cover more than it actually does.

Surprised By A Medical Bill? Join The Club. Most Americans Say They Have Been

A survey by the research group NORC at the University of Chicago shows 57 percent of American adults have been surprised by a health care bill that their insurance didn't pay for.

Goliath grouper were once a common sight at fishing docks in South Florida. They've been protected since 1990.

Florida Wildlife Officials Weigh Whether To Restart Harvest For Goliath Grouper

State wildlife officials are considering whether to allow people to catch and keep goliath grouper for the first time in more than 30 years.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says fully vaccinated adults don't need to wear masks in most situations. Some states responded cautiously and have yet to implement those new guidelines, while others have.

Mask Or No Mask? That Depends Where You Live

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says vaccinated people still must follow existing state, local or tribal laws on masks and social distancing.

People who need help getting to a vaccination site will be able to get free or discounted rides through Uber and Lyft, the White House says. Here, a woman receives her first dose of the Pfizer vaccine at a mass vaccination site in Aberdeen, Md., after getting a ride to the site from her landlord.

Uber And Lyft Will Give Free Rides To COVID-19 Vaccination Spots, White House Says

Lyft will offer up to $15 for trips to or from a vaccination site. The deal covers daytime rides on bikes and scooters, as well as in cars.

A policeman helps a public transport driver to cross a flooded street due to heavy rain caused by cyclone Tauktae in Mumbai.

Cyclone Hits India On Deadliest Day Of Pandemic

At least 16 people have been killed by Cyclone Tauktae, the most powerful storm to hit India's west coast in decades. Among those evacuated to higher ground were COVID-19 patients.

A recent study indicates that approximately 80% of Asian Americans feel a lack of respect and a sense of discrimination from fellow Americans.

42% In The U.S. Can't Name A Single Prominent Asian American, A Survey Finds

A recent survey has indicated most Asian Americans feel a sense of disrespect from other Americans. It also revealed a portion of people are unaware of increased violence against Asian Americans.

The Youth Unemployment Crisis Hits African-Americans Hardest

Hidden economic forces like job-specific segregation are keeping young minorities out of the job market.

A 2020 email from British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's private secretary shows that 10 Downing Street hosted a private party, at a time when the country was under lockdown. Johnson is seen here visiting a pharmacy in his home constituency of Uxbridge, England, on Monday.

Boris Johnson is in hot water for hosting a BYOB party during the U.K.'s 2020 lockdown

On the date of the prime minister's party, the country's COVID restrictions meant that people were required to remain in their homes and away from others unless they had a "reasonable excuse."

Artis Stevens, president and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, says MacKenzie's Scott's gift to the mentoring organization will be "transformative."

Big Brothers Big Sisters receives a $122.6 million donation to mentor kids

Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott continues her charity drive with a $122.6 million donation to Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, the group's largest gift ever from an individual.

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