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Louisiana Black Bear Is Removed From "Threatened List"

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 11, 2016 08:58 AM EST

The government's list of federally protected species no longer features the Louisiana black bear, as it has now reportedly crossed the threshold of danger.

Novel, Plastic-Eating Bacteria May Help To Fight Pollution

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 11, 2016 09:01 AM EST

Japanese experts have hit upon a plastic-eating bacteria that might help to clean up the environment someday.

Stress Levels Shot Up For Americans Last Year: Poll

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 11, 2016 08:58 AM EST

Tension and pressure from various sources, including work, health and social practices, increased the stress levels of Americans in 2015.

AlphaGo vs Lee Sedol Match Schedule Time Table and Where to Watch Live Stream: World's Best Player down 2-0 to Super AI AlphaGo

By Daniel Lee - Mar 10, 2016 04:38 PM EST

Google's Deepmind Computer Go program AlphaGo is continuously astonishing the world with incredible skill and depth beating the long time World Go Champion Lee Sedol two times in a row.

Stephen Hawking Joins 150 Scientists in Letter Opposing UK Leaving EU

By Staff Reporter - Mar 10, 2016 09:58 AM EST

Stephen Hawking joins 150 other British Scientists in voicing their opinion on UK's stance on the European Union (EU). The scientists, including Hawkings, penned an open letter published on The Times about the importance of staying on the EU and the impact it would make to UK's economy, science, and universities if it were to leave.

New Study Reveals Patients Can Receive Kidney Transplants From Incompatible Donor

By Staff Reporter - Mar 10, 2016 09:10 AM EST

A revolutionary new study revealed that an incompatible kidney can still be transplanted and can even lengthen the life-span than those who receive a compatible kidney.

World's Oldest Chameleon Discovered in Amber Fossil Can Give Clue to Lost Ecosystem, Says Scientist

By Daniel Lee - Mar 08, 2016 04:42 PM EST

A fossilized lizard discovered in Southeast Asia contained in amber goes back roughly 99 million years.

Is It Possible to Outrun a Supervolcano? Experts Think So

By Staff Reporter - Mar 07, 2016 05:29 PM EST

Is It Possible to Outrun a Supervolcano? Experts Think So

Ancient Human Ancestor Evolved Teeth That Couldn't Crack Nuts Open

By Peter R - Feb 08, 2016 04:38 PM EST

Contrary to earlier findings, Australopithecus sediba had jaws that could dislocate following a hard bite.

Trappings Of The Ninth Planet Revealed

By Peter R - Jan 21, 2016 09:07 AM EST

The planet's orbit was estimated based on the gravitational force it exerts on some Kuiper Belt Objects.

Duggar Family Updates: Clan Upset With Amy's Negative Pregnancy Tests; Dillon King's Wife Comfortable Being The 'Rebel Duggar'

By Jenn Loro - Nov 27, 2015 11:31 AM EST

Amy Duggar does not want to have a baby soon and would stick to this plan despite the Duggar’s disapproval.

Genome Modified Mosquito Is Resistant To Malaria

By Peter R - Nov 25, 2015 09:16 AM EST

Researchers modified the genome of the mosquito to develop resistance to the malarial parasite and pass on the resistance.

NIH to Stop Funding Invasive Research Testing on Chimps

By Cheri Cheng - Nov 20, 2015 04:05 PM EST

The U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH) is ending an era of research testing on chimpanzees.

WMO Says El Niño is Strengthening, Set to Become the Biggest One in 15 Years

By Cheri Cheng - Nov 16, 2015 04:15 PM EST

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) stated that El Niño is on track to become one of the biggest ones.

Oxytocin Nasal Spray can Improve Social and Behavioral Skills of Children with Autism

By Deepthi B - Oct 28, 2015 09:43 AM EDT

Synthetic hormone Oxytocin may provide a potential treatment that improves the social and behavioral skills associated with autism.

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