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Forest
Mar 12, 2013 12:23 PM EDT

Tropical Rainforests are Becoming Resilient to Climate Change, Study

A new study has revealed that rainforest are more resilient to global warming than previously imagined as they are less likely to lose biomass.

Butterfly
Mar 12, 2013 11:10 AM EDT

University of Florida Study shows that Spiders may have driven the Evolution of Butterflies, not Birds

A recent study from the University of Florida shows that some types of a butterflie's defense may be driven by enemies one-tenth their size.

mars rock sample curiosity
Mar 12, 2013 10:54 AM EDT

What did Curiosity Rover Find on Mars: Watch Live Event Here

NASA will be hosting a news conference Tuesday afternoon to announce the latest discoveries from the Curiosity rover on Mars.

Red Tide Kill Several Manatees on Florida’s Gulf Coast
Mar 12, 2013 09:14 AM EDT

Red Tide Kills Several Manatees on Florida's Gulf Coast

Red tide algae is blamed for killing 174 manatees on Florida's Gulf Coast this year, reports Reuters.

Mar 12, 2013 08:39 AM EDT

Powerful Magnets Deadly Threat to Children: Study

Magnets are one the magical toys loved by children. Most of the children are addicted to the cluster of shinny magnets. But parents should be aware of the risk factors of this small fancy toy.

New Bacteria in Lake Vostok is Actually a Contamination: New Reports
Mar 12, 2013 07:51 AM EDT

New Bacteria in Lake Vostok Actually a Contamination: Reports

Last week, Russian scientists announced the discovery of a new type of bacterial life found in the water samples collected from the ancient Lake Vostok, but on 11 March the lab confirmed that it was not the bacteria but the contamination that generated the signal.

Healthy Lifestyle Lowers Stroke Risk in Women by Half
Mar 12, 2013 07:34 AM EDT

Home Based Fitness DVD Exercise Programs Help Senior Citizens

The latest study states that older adults benefit from the home based fitness DVD exercise programs.

Love Hormone 'Oxytocin' Increases Emotional Oversensitivity In off-label users
Mar 12, 2013 06:00 AM EDT

Inadequate Sleep Leads to Instant Weight Gain: Study

People who get just five hours of sleep are more likely to overeat and gain weight. The weight gain shown in this study was immediate when compared to previous long-term studies.

Antibiotic Resistance in Foodborne Germs an Ongoing Public Health Threat: CDC
Mar 12, 2013 04:51 AM EDT

Pet Frogs Linked to Salmonella Outbreak: CDC

A latest study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention cautions parents about the African dwarf frog, which is popular as a pet.

Child
Mar 12, 2013 01:12 AM EDT

Consumption of Sugared Beverages Linked to High Caloric Intake of Food in Children

A new study from the Department of Nutrition at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill reports that sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) may be linked to a higher caloric intake, particularly among children who consume soda on a regular basis. In addition, SSB consumption has also been linked t...

Study Links Women’s Reproductive Function to Their Immune Status
Mar 12, 2013 12:48 AM EDT

Prenatal Exposure to High Levels of Pesticide DDT Linked to High Blood Pressure in Adults

A recent study led by the University of California shows that infant girls exposed to high levels of pesticide DDT while still in the womb are three times more likely to develop hypertention when they grow to adulthood.

Aspirin
Mar 12, 2013 12:15 AM EDT

Aspirin and Skin Cancer: Helps Prevent Melanoma in Post-Menopausal Women (VIDEO)

Aspirin, the perfect pill for fighting pain, may also have a few other advantages. According to a recent study, the drug may guard against melanoma-the deadliest form of skin cancer.

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