Social

Torture is Okay, Says American Psychological Association

By Dustin M Braden - Apr 30, 2015 07:42 PM EDT

A new report shows that the American Psychological Association played a key role in justifying the legality of the Central Intelligence Agency's torture program.

Many Patients Are Unaware Of Risks Linked With Medical Scans

By Staff Reporter - Apr 30, 2015 06:35 PM EDT

More than half of people who undergo medical scans such as X-rays do not know if they are exposed to radiation and many have unanswered questions even as they are waiting to undergo the test, a small U.S. survey found.

Fingers May Reveal REAL Gender, Brain Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 30, 2015 06:31 PM EDT

The position and length of your fingers show whether your brain is predisposed towards male or female characteristics.

Baseball Team Embraces a Peanut-Free Game For ‘Peanut Allergy Awareness Night’

By Staff Reporter - Apr 30, 2015 06:24 PM EDT

In solidarity with Peanut Allergy Awareness Night, no peanuts or peanut candy will be allowed at the Indianapolis Indians' baseball game.

Nepal Earthquake: 10 Facts That Illuminate Recent Disaster

By Ajay Kadkol - Apr 30, 2015 04:42 PM EDT

The Nepal earthquake disaster has shocked the world. the number of victims are increasing day after day, while the death numbers have found no end point. Rescue operations have been carried out officials from different countries. The world nations have extended their help to the situation in Nepal.

Teen Drinking Dents Adult Memory, Study

By Peter R - Apr 30, 2015 10:09 AM EDT

Duke researchers have shown alcohol causes memory problems in the brains of adolescents as they grow older.

Mormons and Muslims Beware: Polygamy QUADRUPLES Heart Disease Risk

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 30, 2015 09:54 AM EDT

Research shows that the more the number of wives (at the same time), the greater the risk of cardiovascular attacks.

"Double-Chin" Drug Approved By FDA

By Peter R - Apr 30, 2015 09:43 AM EDT

The drug Kybella destroys cell membrane to kill cells and melt fat. It is approved for use only below the chin.

Probiotics May Improve Workplace Health And Productivity

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 30, 2015 09:44 AM EDT

Studies on the impact of probiotics on the workplace show some mixed results.

Gonorrhoea Cases in Washington Jump by Nearly 40 percent

By Ashwin Subramania - Apr 30, 2015 09:46 AM EDT

State Officials on Wednesday announced that gonorrhoea cases in Washington rose by nearly 40 percent and is spreading in the city.

Fun Stuff

Real Time Analytics