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In a First, Scientists Pinpoint Biological Sensor Animals’ Use the Earth’s Magnetic Field to Navigate

By Dustin M Braden - Jun 21, 2015 06:02 PM EDT

The University of Texas announced on their website that the Austin-based college's researchers managed to identify for the very first time the sensor an animal uses to navigate using the Earth's magnetic field. The animal researchers managed to identify the sensor in was a tiny worm, their website said.

Swedish Mummy's Secret Exposed: 350-Year-Old Bishop Buried With Baby Hidden in Coffin

By Dustin M Braden - Jun 21, 2015 05:47 PM EDT

Swedish Bishop Peder Winstrup died some 350 years ago and his body was mummified to preserve it, which worked so well that it is said to be among the best preserved bodies of his century, The Guardian reported.

Earth In Its Sixth Phase Of Mass Extinction, Courtesy to Humans

By Peter R - Jun 20, 2015 07:19 PM EDT

A new study warns that only rapid intervention by reversing climate change and preventing extinction of species, can save life as we know.

A “Cure” for Ebola, AIDS and MERS? North Korea claims to have it all in one!

By Dustin M Braden - Jun 20, 2015 02:24 PM EDT

The government of North Korea declared on state television that the scientists of their nation had discovered a new-almost magical-drug, which is capable of both preventing and curing some of world's most deadly diseases such as Ebola, AIDS, MERS, and SARS.

Are You There, Life In Space?

By R. Siva Kumar - Jun 20, 2015 02:28 PM EDT

Scientists claim that life in space can be found out in another decade or so.

From The Eyes of Google's AI

By Peter R - Jun 20, 2015 02:28 PM EDT

Researchers posted images as seen by artificial neural networks.

Polar Winds On Titan Make It Earth-Like

By Peter R - Jun 20, 2015 02:29 PM EDT

Nearly a decade after the phenomenon of polar winds was observed, researchers have explained it is caused by interaction of sunlight with Titan's atmosphere.

Want to decrease your risk of diabetes, cancer and heart disease??

By Dustin M Braden - Jun 19, 2015 08:06 PM EDT

According to a new study, reducing your calorie intake by half for five days in row every month can decrease your risk of getting cancer, diabetes and heart disease, Daily Mail reported.

Music Therapy: Heavy Metal Strangely Promotes Peace and Calmness

By Cheri Cheng - Jun 19, 2015 04:20 PM EDT

A new study conducted in Australia found that heavy metal and other types of "extreme music" could have a soothing effect.

Bitter 'Kennewick Man' Feud Finally Settled: DNA Proves His Native American Brothers Were Right

By Peter R - Jun 19, 2015 02:02 PM EDT

Researchers in Denmark claim DNA analysis shows the Kennewick Man was related to Native Americans.

Nepal Earthquake 2015: April 25's Deadly Disaster Literally Moved Mount Everest by a Whole Inch

By Cheri Cheng - Jun 19, 2015 11:29 AM EDT

The earthquake that hit Nepal was so powerful it moved Mount Everest by one inch.

Oil Drilling Blamed for Rocketing Eathquake Rates in Oklahoma

By Peter R - Jun 19, 2015 10:50 AM EDT

Seismic events increased manifold in recent years. Researchers have attributed this to increased disposal of waste water obtained when drilling for oil and natural gas.

Migraine Meds That Kill Pain Before It Starts May Soon Be on the Market

By Ashwin Subramania - Jun 19, 2015 09:43 AM EDT

Patients suffering from migraine attacks can now try out a new class of drugs, which experts say show great potential towards effective migraine management.

Emotional Robot with "Feelings" to Sell for the Very First Time on Japanese Market

By Ashwin Subramania - Jun 19, 2015 09:50 AM EDT

Pepper, the chatty and charming robot is said to have the ability to respond to human emotions and will go on sale in Japan this weekend.

Wild Kangaroos Are Natural Lefties, Biologists Say

By Ashwin Subramania - Jun 19, 2015 09:57 AM EDT

A new study suggests that most wild kangaroos tend to favour their left hands while accomplishing common tasks like feeding and grooming.

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