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Ceres
Jun 11, 2015 03:47 PM EDT

Dawn Captures Closest Ever Look at Dwarf Planet Ceres

Scientists have gotten their closest look yet at the dwarf planet Ceres. The spacecraft dawn has captured new images of the dwarf planet, located between Mars and Jupiter.

Great White Shark
Jun 11, 2015 02:51 PM EDT

Expert Diver High-Fives a 20-Foot Great White Shark (VIDEO)

Imagine seeing one of the largest creatures in the sea: the massive, great white shark. Now imagine giving that shark a high-five and living to tell the tale; that's exactly what one diver did off of the coast of Mexico.

Banded Wild Mongoose
Jun 11, 2015 10:16 AM EDT

Social Wild Mongooses Avoid Inbreeding by Choosing Cousins Over Sisters

How do wild mongooses avoid inbreeding? That's a good question.

Saturn
Jun 11, 2015 09:51 AM EDT

Saturn's Massive Phoebe Ring: Thicker Than Previously Thought

Saturn is known for its rings. Until now, though, scientists didn't realize exactly how big they were. They've now found that Saturn's outer ring is far larger than anyone thought.

Tiger Shark
Jun 11, 2015 09:30 AM EDT

Tiger Shark Tracking Reveals the Massive Migration of Deadly Predators

Scientists have revealed the first ever continuous, two or more-year satellite tagging tracks for tiger sharks

Plant
Jun 11, 2015 09:04 AM EDT

Climate Change: Plants May Not Grow Well Under Temperature Changes

As the climate changes, what will happen to the plants? Scientists have taken a closer look at the consequences of global warming to see how it will impact vegetation across the world.

Cave
Jun 11, 2015 07:54 AM EDT

Dramatic Ice Sheet Collapse Triggered Global Climate Change in the Past

An ice sheet collapse may just trigger climate change--just like it did in the past.

Yamnaya Skull
Jun 11, 2015 07:09 AM EDT

How Modern Europe was Created: Ancient DNA Reveals Massive Migration

How did the Bronze Age change Europe? Scientists have taken a closer look at Europe's genetic past and establish how the foundation for modern Eurasia was laid.

Only 40 Percent Canadians Exercise to Relieve Stress, Study Finds
Jun 10, 2015 10:51 PM EDT

Aerobic Exercise May Lower Severity Of Asthma Symptoms

New findings published in the journal Thorax reveal that aerobic activity may help to reduce asthma symptoms and potentially the need for related drug treatments.

Elderly Couple
Jun 10, 2015 10:39 PM EDT

June Is Alzheimer's And Brain Awareness Month: Here's What's Important

As June marks Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness month, it's time to shed more awareness on the illness. Many health officials are encouraging individuals to look for early warning signs of the problem, including short term memory loss, social isolation and/or speech changes.

Talk Therapy Effective in Treating Social Anxiety Disorder
Jun 10, 2015 08:49 PM EDT

Pedophiles More Likely To Have Facial Deformities, Be Left-Handed

New findings published in the journal Archives of Sexual Behavior reveal that pedophiles may have developed physical deviations in their face and head during the prenatal period.

Moderate Weekly Intake of Alcohol Tied to Poorer Sperm Quality
Jun 10, 2015 08:22 PM EDT

Insomnia and Alcohol: Teens Who Drink More May Suffer Increased Sleep Problems, New Study Suggests

New findings published in the journal Sleep and presented Wednesday at the 29th annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies LLC reveal that sleep problems as well as energy products may ultimately contribute to a teen's risk of drinking alcohol.

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