USA TODAYadded this to TechnologyTechnology What's the future for cash? Target register outages prove physical loot still has its placeUSA TODAY - Edward BaigThe evidence that physical loot is on borrowed time is slowly but surely mounting. But don’t read the last rites for cash just yet. If anything, the checkout register outages at Target stores over the
USA TODAYadded this to TechnologyTechnology No longer fiction: Flying car startups aim to begin test flights as early as next yearUSA TODAY Money - Dalvin BrownAs Uber forges ahead with plans for a flying taxi service in 2023, other startups are unveiling futuristic air mobility vehicles, suggesting that a Jetsons-like transportation system may be closer than
USA TODAYadded this to OpinionMedicare I left the AMA over Obamacare. But my colleagues rejected Medicare for All so I'm back.USA TODAY - Marc SiegelThe Affordable Care Act is better now without the individual mandate. And I'm thrilled the American Medical Association has rejected Medicare for All. A decade ago, I publicly relinquished my membership
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Up to 70 Russian athletes could face doping chargesUSA TODAY SportsMOSCOW (AP) — The Russian anti-doping agency says the number of athletes accused of receiving banned treatments from a doctor could rise to 70. The agency, known as RUSADA, said last week it would file
USA TODAYadded this to OpinionJoe Biden Joe Biden says he'll cure cancer. Sounds like the kind of lie Donald Trump would tell.USA TODAY - David MastioBiden wrongly said during his time as vice president that the White House was clear of scandals. If he likes his delusions, he can keep his delusions. Donald Trump just lied again. Monday night he tweeted
USA TODAYadded this to OpinionBowe Bergdahl Here are the tough debate questions 2020 Democratic candidates should have to answerUSA TODAY - Ari FleischerPresidential debate moderators should be as tough on Democrats as they've been on Republicans. Put them on the spot about culture and economics. The upcoming Democratic presidential debates will tell a
USA TODAYadded this to Top StoriesFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoMax Scherzer LEADING OFF: Scherzer breaks nose, Judge nears returnUSA TODAY SportsNationals ace Max Scherzer has a broken nose after fouling a ball off his face during batting practice Tuesday, and it's unclear when he'll return to the mound. Scherzer was attempting a bunt when he a
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoCarrie Underwood Fever's McCall performs with Carrie UnderwoodUSA TODAY SportsNEW YORK (AP) — Erica McCall is still in a state of shock. She can't believe that she got to perform on stage with Carrie Underwood at a concert. The Indiana Fever center sang the guest verse of "The at
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Brazdeikis wrapping up pre-draft whirlwindUSA TODAY SportsWith only a few days remaining before the NBA draft, Iggy Brazdeikis enjoyed a reunion of sorts when he worked out for the Cleveland Cavaliers. That meant a chance to catch up with John Beilein. "It was
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoBoston Red Sox Kepler's hit in 17th gives Twins 4-3 win over Red SoxUSA TODAY SportsMINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Max Kepler was supposed to have the night off. Instead, the Twins outfielder wound up playing 12 innings and delivered three huge hits. Kepler's single with one out in the 17th gave
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Follow the money: Salary cap could spawn NHL trade frenzyUSA TODAY SportsMatt Niskanen wasn't totally shocked when the Washington Capitals traded him to Philadelphia last week. "I know what kind of situation Washington was in, so I knew there was a possibility," he said. General
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoAli Krieger Wedding to follow World Cup for US teammates Krieger, HarrisUSA TODAY SportsPARIS (AP) — Many World Cup teammates have special bonds. The tie that binds U.S. defender Ali Krieger and American goalkeeper Ashlyn Harris is among the strongest at the tournament. They got engaged year
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoWhit Merrifield Merrifield has 2 HR, 6 RBIs to lift Royals over Mariners 9-0USA TODAY SportsSEATTLE (AP) — With Whit Merrifield and the Kansas City Royals piling up the runs, Homer Bailey went on a mission Tuesday night. Merrifield had two homers and a career-high six RBIs, Bailey worked into
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoMichel Platini Platini: "It hurts," soccer star says of police questioningUSA TODAY SportsPARIS (AP) — After a day of police questioning centering on his former role as a top decision-maker in soccer, Michel Platini was released from custody without charge in the early hours of Wednesday and
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoLos Angeles Dodgers Hernandez hits grand slam in Dodgers' 9-0 rout of GiantsUSA TODAY SportsLOS ANGELES (AP) — Even if his velocity isn't what it used to be, Clayton Kershaw's competitive zeal hasn't waned. He combined with two relievers on a four-hit shutout, Enriquè Hernàndez had a pinch-hit
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Allen makes strong debut for Padres in 4-1 win over BrewersUSA TODAY SportsSAN DIEGO (AP) — Left-hander Logan Allen will have so many memories of his major league debut that he might not know where to start. There was the moment in the bullpen warming up when a fan handed him
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoNolan Arenado Arenado, Senzatela lead Rockies to rout of D-backsUSA TODAY SportsPHOENIX (AP) — The Colorado Rockies were in search of a return to some form of normalcy on the heels of a wild four-game split with the San Diego Padres in which they scored 48 runs and allowed 44. Nolan
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoBaltimore Orioles Athletics hit 6 home runs in 16-2 rout of OriolesUSA TODAY SportsOAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Brett Anderson might have been the only player in the home dugout who got tired of watching Oakland hit home runs in its 10-run sixth inning. Even then, the Athletics' left-hander
USA TODAYadded this to Top StoriesRefugees Nearly 71 million displaced by war, violence at home, UN report saysUSA TODAY - Jamey KeatenGENEVA – A record 71 million people have been displaced worldwide from war, persecution and other violence, the U.N. refugee agency said Wednesday, an increase of more than 2 million from last year and
USA TODAYadded this to Top StoriesIndiana Politics ‘Lorax’ tree legend, butter Elmo, meth squirrel: News from around our 50 statesUSA TODAYAthens: Investigators say a man kept a caged “attack squirrel” in his apartment and fed it methamphetamine to ensure it stayed aggressive. The News Courier reports authorities are seeking 35-year-old Paulk
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoWashington Mystics Atkins scores 22, Mystics spoil Parker's return, rout SparksUSA TODAY SportsLOS ANGELES (AP) — Ariel Atkins hit five 3-pointerss and scored 22 points Tuesday night to lead the Washington Mystics to an 81-52 win over Los Angeles, spoiling the return of former MVP Candace Parker
USA TODAYadded this to SportsHall of Fame Former Yankees star Bernie Williams to perform music at Baseball Hall of Fame inductionsUSA TODAY SportsCOOPERSTOWN, N.Y. – Four-time World Series champion Bernie Williams will perform at the Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremony next month in Cooperstown. Williams, a former teammate of Class of 2019
USA TODAYadded this to SportsCONCACAF Gold Cup U.S. men's national team wins Gold Cup opener vs. Guyana behind two Tyler Boyd goalsUSA TODAY SportsST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Newcomer Tyler Boyd scored two goals to guide the United States past overmatched Guyana 4-0 to start the CONCACAF Gold Cup on Tuesday night, getting the Americans back on track their
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoGuyana Newcomer Boyd gets 2 goals for US in 4-0 win over GuyanaUSA TODAY SportsST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — After newcomer Tyler Boyd scored early in the second half to give the United States a two-goal lead, the sure sign this was going to be a good night for the Americans was visible
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoBrazil Brazil jeered again at home after 0-0 draw against VenezuelaUSA TODAY SportsSALVADOR, Brazil (AP) — For the second straight time in the Copa America at home, Brazil was jeered by its fans. The hosts followed a lackluster win over Bolivia with a scoreless draw against Venezuela
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoChicago White Sox Jiménez homers in 9th to power White Sox past Cubs, 3-1USA TODAY SportsCHICAGO (AP) — Eloy Jiménez came up in a big spot and delivered. It was exactly how he pictured the moment when he became a professional ballplayer. Jiménez hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the ninth
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoMiami Marlins Rookie Yamamoto blanks Cardinals again, Marlins win 6-0USA TODAY SportsST. LOUIS (AP) — In his first two starts, Jordan Yamamoto has done things that have been accomplished once, or not at all, in the past century. It's been a dream debut for the 23-year-old rookie, who acquired
USA TODAYadded this to Top StoriesCoal Coal comeback? Trump plan would breathe new life into aging power plantsUSA TODAY - Ledyard KingWASHINGTON – President Donald Trump is keeping a signature campaign promise to boost the coal industry but environmentalists say the energy plan his administration is expected to unveil Wednesday would
USA TODAYadded this to SportsFlipboardIcon version of the Flipboard logoSports Jason deGrom, Alonso lead Mets past East-leading Braves 10-2USA TODAY SportsATLANTA (AP) — Jacob deGrom took a shutout into the ninth inning, Pete Alonso homered to highlight the first four-hit game of his young career, and the New York Mets routed the first-place Atlanta Braves
