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Galaxy
Jul 09, 2015 11:40 AM EDT

Dormant Supermasive Black Hole Springs to Life in Distant Galaxy

A team of astronomers have watched a previously dormant black hole wake up in a dramatic display. They've seen material fall into the black hole for the first time in perhaps millions of years.

facebook
Jul 09, 2015 11:19 AM EDT

Internet: New Tools Help Users See Specific News Feed Updates

Facebook has made it easier to control some of the posts that are sifting in and out of your News Feed.

Sun
Jul 09, 2015 10:57 AM EDT

NASA X-Ray Telescope Captures the Sun in a Spectacular New Image

NASA's black hole telescope has captured an amazing picture of our sun.

Wave
Jul 09, 2015 10:34 AM EDT

Surfer's Waves in Space Rush by Earth from the Sun

The universe overflows with repeating patterns-from the smallest cells to the largest galaxies. Now, scientists have taken a closer look at surfer's waves which occur not only on the ocean, but also in space.

Volcano
Jul 09, 2015 10:07 AM EDT

Climate Change: Volcanic Eruptions Changed Human History

It's well known that large volcanic eruptions can impact the climate. Now, scientists have found that volcanic eruptions may be responsible for cooling the Earth during the early Roman period.

Storm Clouds
Jul 09, 2015 09:18 AM EDT

Climate Change: Record-Breaking Heavy Rain and Floods Caused by Rising Temperatures

As climate change continues, we may be in for some heavier rain. Heavy rainfall events have been increasing strikingly in the past 30 years and now, scientists have taken a closer look at what might cause these events.

Sand Tiger Shark
Jul 09, 2015 08:45 AM EDT

Shark Count: New Shark Week Initiative to Count World's Population of Sharks

Sharks are important for the health of our world's oceans. Now, scientists have started an effort to count world sharks with the help of baited cameras.

Breast Cancer
Jul 08, 2015 11:00 PM EDT

Breast Cancer And Hormones: Survival Rates Higher With Female Hormone Progesterone

New findings published in the journal Nature reveal that the common female hormone progesterone may boost the lifespan of breast cancer patients.

Dinosaur Reconstruction
Jul 08, 2015 07:13 PM EDT

Wendiceratops: Strange, New Horned Dinosaur Reveals Evolutionary History of Triceratops

A new horned dinosaur may reveal a bit more about the famous Triceratops.

Baby Eye
Jul 08, 2015 06:01 PM EDT

Diet And Pregnancy: High Fat Foods Affect Baby's Risk Of Substance Abuse

Of course health officials are well aware that a woman's diet during pregnancy can ultimately influence her child's life and development later. Yet did you know that her diet, too, may affect her future child's likelihood of alcohol or nicotine use later in life?

Supernova
Jul 08, 2015 05:26 PM EDT

Powerful Explosions with Gamma-Ray Bursts are Fueled by Magnets

Some of the biggest explosions in the universe are associated with gamma-ray bursts. Now, scientists have taken a closer look at these bursts to better understand the explosions behind them.

Playing Video Games
Jul 08, 2015 04:39 PM EDT

3D Printing: Video Game Character Customization Possible Through Sandboxr

Amazon announced Wednesday that users can now use 3D printing for customization with a number of their favorite video game characters. Over 30 customizable characters are now available, each capable of carrying armor, bases and/or weapons.

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