Global Warming Could Possibly Release Century-Old Diseases

Medicine & Technology Jul 04, 2019

Long-dormant bacteria and viruses, trapped in ice and permafrost for centuries, are reviving as Earth's climate warms.

Australian Stingless Bees Build Nests in Amazing Spiral Shape

Jul 03, 2019

When one cell is completed, workers move onto another, building new cells outward and upward in a spiral pattern.

How Cutlery Evolved into a Major Environmental Threat

Jul 03, 2019

Plastic eating utensils are everywhere, and most of them are used only once. Billions of forks, knives, and spoons are thrown away each year. But like other plastic items such as bags and bottles-cutlery can take centuries to break down naturally, giving the plastic waste ample time to work its way into the environment.

Only 5 Years to Save the World from Climate Change, Warns Harvard Scientist

Jul 03, 2019

People have the misapprehension that we can recover from this state just by reducing carbon emissions.

Giant Golden Asteroid Prompts Intergalactic Mining Race Discussion

Jul 03, 2019

The massive quantities of gold, iron and nickel contained in this asteroid are mind-blowing.

Chemicals Used in Toothpaste and Cosmetics Could Be Linked to Osteoporosis, Says Research

Jul 03, 2019

Studies in animals showed that long-term exposure to the chemical increased the animal's risk for skin cancer.

Frozen Sperm Could Be Transported to Mars, Says Preliminary Study

Jul 02, 2019

It's one small step for science, and potentially one giant leap for mankind's ability to populate space.

Scientists Hope to Revive the Northern White Rhino Species Through In Vitro Fertilization

Jul 02, 2019

Scientists had preserved frozen sperm samples from several males that they now hope to use to revive the species.

Siberian Cat is Fitted with Prosthetic Paws After Frostbite

Jul 02, 2019

An adorable cat who lost all four of his paws to frostbite has been fitted with a new set of titanium feet. Abandoned tom Ryzhik was out in -40C temperatures in Siberia, causing gangrene which led to him having his paws removed. Normally, injuries like this would result in the cat being put to sleep.

Thyme Can Reduce Blood Pressure and Lower the Risk of Heart Disease

Jun 24, 2019

Thyme contains high levels of vitamins and minerals that are good for your health.

“Puppy Dog Eyes” Are a Genetic Mutation Dogs Use to Communicate with Humans, Says Research

Jun 24, 2019

Eyebrow movement plays a major role in human communication, and dogs seem to have adopted it.

Scientists Discover for the First Time Male Whales ‘Crying’ Songs for Mates

Jun 24, 2019

Song of rare whale 'crying for mate' recorded for the first time.

The Heart Really Can Be Broken, Says Doctors

Jun 22, 2019

When a patient’s heart “breaks,” the main pumping chamber weakens, leading to pain and shortness of breath.

Scientists Find Two Possibly Inhabitable Planets Nearby

Jun 21, 2019

“We will eventually see if they are actually habitable and, perhaps, even inhabited,” astronomers predict.

Google’s Chat: The Android Version of iMessage

Jun 21, 2019

Chat will exist in Android Messages and in Samsung Messages.