A new study has revealed that rainforest are more resilient to global warming than previously imagined as they are less likely to lose biomass.
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.
NASA will be hosting a news conference Tuesday afternoon to announce the latest discoveries from the Curiosity rover on Mars.
Red tide algae is blamed for killing 174 manatees on Florida's Gulf Coast this year, reports Reuters.
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.
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.
The latest study states that older adults benefit from the home based fitness DVD exercise programs.
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.
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.
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...
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, 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.