Brightest Galaxy Ever Discovered Could Contain 300 Trillion Suns

Medicine & Technology May 24, 2015

Scientists have discovered an ultra bright galaxy that while very far away at an estimated 12.5 billion light years, is still considered to be the most luminous galaxy every found in the universe and scientists believe it could contain more than 300 trillion suns.

Drinking Good Coffee Could Result in Better Sex

May 24, 2015

Coffee is one of the most universal drinks in our society. It helps us be more alert in the mornings, it sparks conversations in the afternoons and evenings, and much more. Now a study has revealed that for some men it may even have another added benefit – it reduces the risk of erectile dysfunction (ED).

Once Solid Peninsula in Antarctica Begins to Melt

May 24, 2015

A part of Antarctica that scientists once thought to be safe from climate change is now showing signs of instability, and the loss of this ice could lead to the rising sea levels around the world.

NASA's New Horizon Probe Could Send Crowdsourced Data to Aliens

May 23, 2015

The man responsible for the "golden record" on Voyager now wants to beam crowdsourced data to the New Horizons probe to take with it as it leaves the solar system.

NASA Releases Best Images Ever of "Alien Lights" on Ceres

May 22, 2015

NASA has released the most detailed and clear images of the mysterious lights on the dwarf planet Ceres, but unfortunately the agency is no closer to explaining exactly what they are.

SpaceX Dragon Departs International Space Station

May 22, 2015

SpaceX confirmed yesterday that their Dragon capsule successfully departed the International Space Station and successfully splashed down in the Pacific Ocean both on time and on target.

Hubble Observes Unique Star Dubbed "Nasty"

May 22, 2015

Astronomers using the Hubble Space Telescope have found surprising new clues about a large, fast aging star that has never been seen before in the Milky Way galaxy. In fact, the star is so different that astronomers have nicknamed it "Nasty 1," a play on its catalog name of NaSt1. This strange star may represent a brief transitory stage in the evolution of extremely massive stars.

Reasons Why Some Scientists Believe There is Life on Mars

May 22, 2015

While Mars is no Earth, many scientists believe that there could still could be life on the surface of the Red Planet just waiting for us to discover, despite the differences between the two planets. So why do scientists believe there could still be life on Mars?

Depression Increases Risk of Developing Parkinson's Disease

May 22, 2015

In a new study, Swedish researchers have found that people with depression were much more likely to develop Parkinson's disease years later. The new study strengthens the already existing theory that depression and Parkinson's are linked.

NASA's New Cheap Spacecraft To Explore New Worlds

May 22, 2015

Today, the cost of studying the atmosphere of a distant planet or moon is a multi-million dollar affair. However, NASA is working on a way to make the exploration of space much more affordable by using cheap, lightweight crafts known as CubeSats.

Smokers Less Likely to Vote As They Become Increasingly Marginalized

May 21, 2015

Smokers and 60 percent less likely to vote compared to non-smokers and researchers believe that one possibility of the reason is the increased marginalization of the group.

Texas Reports First Case of West Nile Virus

May 21, 2015

The Texas Department of State Health Services has reported the state's first case of West Nile virus and is now reminding people how to protect themselves from the virus caused by mosquitoes.

Paralyzed Man Drinks Beer with a Robotic Arm Controlled by His Mind

May 21, 2015

Erik Sorto has been paralyzed for more than a decade unable to move his arms or legs. However, he was recently able to pick up a beer and drink it all thanks to a new robotic arm.

Most Americans Still Don't Use Sunscreen

May 21, 2015

In spite of years of public health messages, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that barely one third of Americans use sunscreen on a regular basis.

Why the ISS Needs a Big Laser Cannon

May 20, 2015

Researchers say that the International Space Station could one day get armed with a laser to shoot down orbiting space debris.