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MIT Researchers Plan a World Without Traffic Signals

By Kanika Gupta - Mar 20, 2016 03:16 PM EDT

Imagine a world without the frustrating traffic lights, getting from one place to another in less time and enjoying a stress-less drive. While this idea may seem like a dream to you, MIT thinks it is possible.

Guantanamo Bay: From a Notorious Prison to a Peace Park

By Kanika Gupta - Mar 20, 2016 03:11 PM EDT

President Obama gets ready for his Cuba visit this weekend. On this occasion, scientists recommend a rare proposal that could ease cold war relations between Cuba and US.

Astronomers Find New Star With Record Variation Period

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 20, 2016 11:26 AM EDT

Experts have located a new star with a record variation period of about 69 years.

The Earliest Form Of Earth May Have Been Ice Cold

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 20, 2016 06:30 PM EDT

In its early years, the planet earth was probably ice cold, rather than warm, as believed.

Study Proves that Your Heart and Brain Are Allies, Not Foes

By Kanika Gupta - Mar 19, 2016 03:14 PM EDT

The link between heart health and that of our brain has been documented for years. Researchers, however, now revealed that to maintain strong cognitive abilities, it may be a good idea to look after your heart.

New Crew of Three Astronauts Sent to International Space Station

By Kanika Gupta - Mar 19, 2016 03:07 PM EDT

Three astronauts have been shipped off to International Space Station joining the existing team of British Tim Peake, NASA’s Tim Kopra and Yuri Malenchenko from Russia.

Baby Monkeys That Are In Danger Of Being Killed By Adult Males Grow Fast

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 19, 2016 11:09 AM EDT

Examining wild ursine colobus monkeys showed that mother monkeys speed up the development of their babies to prevent them getting killed by adult males.

Checking your Smartphone Often May be a Sign of Impulsiveness

By Kanika Gupta - Mar 19, 2016 08:16 AM EDT

A new study says that people who check their smartphones often have very strong impulses and do not like delayed gratification.

Implantable Device In Brain May Destroy Plaques That Lead To Alzheimer's Disease

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 19, 2016 11:09 AM EDT

Scientists tried to implant a capsule to releases antibodies that may help to strengthen a patient's immune system against Alzheimer's disease.

Ocean Acidification Most Damaging During Night Time, New Study Finds

By Daniel Lee - Mar 18, 2016 08:03 PM EDT

Ocean Acidification Most Damaging During Night Time, New Study Finds

Mark Zuckerberg's Jog In Beijing Smog Sets Fire To Chinese Social Media

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 19, 2016 08:50 AM EDT

Even though Facebook is banned in China, Mark Zuckerberg managed to hit the headlines when he went for a jog in smog-ridden Beijing.

There May Be A Link Between Nightmares And Suicidal Tendencies: Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 18, 2016 12:48 PM EDT

Nightmares are linked with feelings of defeat, entrapment and hopelessness, which also lead to suicidal behavior.

Female Birds Look Plain And Drab To Ward Off Sexual Harassment

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 18, 2016 12:48 PM EDT

Scientists conclude that female birds look plain not to merge with the background, as thought earlier, but to avoid getting sexually harassed.

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