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DE-STAR
Feb 19, 2013 10:41 AM EST

Massive 'Deathstar' Laser Could Defend Earth Against Asteroid Threats

Two California scientists have proposed creating a "Deathstar"-type laser system that could blast massive asteroids and other incoming threats from space.

Crinoids
Feb 19, 2013 09:51 AM EST

Researchers Find Ancient Fossils with Oldest Biomolecules Ever Discovered

Researchers have found ancient fossils which possess 350-million-year-old biomolecules, the oldest ever found.

Doctor
Feb 19, 2013 09:38 AM EST

Planned Parenthood Wisconsin Closes Four Clinics Due To State Funding Cuts

Thanks to the state legislature revoking taxpayer funding for abortions, it has decide to close its clinic in Chippewa Falls. Three other cities in Wisconsin will also see clinics closing, according to reports.

Dolphins
Feb 19, 2013 08:53 AM EST

Thousands of Dolphins Form 'Mega-Pod' Near San Diego (Video)

Thousands of dolphins formed a mega-pod near San Diego yesterday, surprising tourists on a boat. Check out the video!

Acupuncture
Feb 19, 2013 08:43 AM EST

Acupuncture Could Help Seasonal Allergies, Typical Session is $100 (VIDEO)

Mounting evidence suggests that acupuncture could help seasonal allergies. It could even help improve seasonal allergy symptoms in some people with runny noses and watery eyes, according to a new study.

Google Solar System
Feb 19, 2013 08:24 AM EST

Google Celebrates Nicolaus Copernicus and his Heliocentric Model

Want to know why Google is featuring a rotating model of our solar system today? Nicolaus Copernicus helped create the heliocentric model of our solar system.

Moon
Feb 19, 2013 07:55 AM EST

Moon Water: Apollo Astronauts Discover Plagioclase (VIDEO)

A new analysis of lunar samples brought back to the Earth by Apollo astronauts in the early 1970s indicates that the moon's interior may have been a little damp in the early days.

Sugar Produced by Plants Help  Them in Timekeeping
Feb 19, 2013 07:17 AM EST

Cushion Plant Helps Other Plants Survive in Harsh Environment

A recent study by researchers from the University of Gothenburg suggests that alpine cushion plants support other plants, to help them survive in the harsh mountain environments.

Two Sets of Identical Twin Boys Born to Texas Couple: 1 in 70 Million
Feb 19, 2013 06:05 AM EST

Two Sets of Identical Twin Boys Born to Texas Couple: 1 in 70M Occurrence

36-year-old Tressa Montalvo and 43-year-old Manuel Montalvo, who were trying to give their 2-and-a-half year old son a sister, gave him four brothers on Valentine's Day.

Ancient Temple Discovered in Peru
Feb 19, 2013 05:43 AM EST

Ancient Temple Discovered in Peru

An ancient temple has been discovered by archaeologists in Peru at the ancient site of El Paraiso, northeast of Lima.

 2012 was among the 10 warmest years on record: NOAA
Feb 19, 2013 05:01 AM EST

Reduction in Arctic Sea Ice Alters Balance of Greenhouse Gases

The widespread reduction in Arctic sea ice is instigating major alterations to the balance of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, reports Lund University.

Female Hormones Play a Key Role in Obesity Among Western Men
Feb 19, 2013 04:47 AM EST

Women at Greater Risk of Hip Implant Failure

A new finding published in JAMA Internal Medicine suggests that women are at a higher risk of having hip implant failure when compared to men.

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