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Apr 19, 2013 12:53 PM EDT

More Heterosexual Couples Go Greek, Anti-HIV Gel Can Be Used Vaginally and Anally

An anti-HIV gel developed for vaginal use has been found not only safe and acceptable by HIV-negative men and women, but can also, now be used rectally for the same safety benefits.

Apr 19, 2013 11:40 AM EDT

Straightening Out the Problem: King Richard III Went Through Traction Torture Treatments to Fix Hunchback

Some scientists believe that King Richard III may have undergone painful medical treatments to straighten out back.

Apr 19, 2013 08:53 AM EDT

Illegal Loggers Threaten Fate of Brazilian Tribe in Amazon Rainforest (Video)

Only numbering 450, the Awa people are in serious danger in Brazil. Their land is being whittled away by loggers, and an important deadline has passed to evict the illegal settlers.

Apr 19, 2013 08:38 AM EDT

‘Nipple Tittooing’- A Trend Sweeping UK for Perfect Nipples

One of the latest beauty crazes becoming popular among British women is 'tittooing': a procedure of getting the nipples tattoed in order to achieve the perfect size and color.

Apr 19, 2013 08:00 AM EDT

Wear Kilts to Increase Sperm Count and Fertility Rate

A latest study claims that men who regularly wear kilts during the year they plan to procreate have better sperm quality and higher fertility.

Apr 19, 2013 07:34 AM EDT

Price of being a Celebrity is Early Death: Study

The price for being famous is high. A study reveals that celebrities having a successful career in the entertainment or sports fields tend to die at a younger age

Apr 19, 2013 06:44 AM EDT

Smoking Hookah as Harmful as Smoking Cigarettes: Study

Hookah exposes smokers to high levels of carbon monoxide that cause great damage to the heart, as well as respiratory diseases. Apart from carbon monoxide, hookah exposes one to greater levels of benzene that is linked with the risk of developing leukemia.

Apr 19, 2013 05:26 AM EDT

High Dietary Salt Intake Combined with Ulcers Increases Cancer Risk

A latest study published in the journal Infection and Immunity states that high dietary salt intake, when combined with the bacterium Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) which causes ulcers, doubles the risk of cancer.

Apr 18, 2013 12:41 PM EDT

Children Have Less Satisfaction in United States, Country Has One of the Highest Poverty Rates Among Developed Nations

Statistics show that for children living in the United States, life may not be quite as satisfying compared to those living in other industrialized countries.

Apr 18, 2013 10:48 AM EDT

Reversing Memory Loss in Animal Cells: Study Reveals Potential Help for Alzheimer's Disease

There may be a way to reverse memory loss--at least in snails. Neuroscientists have taken a major step in their efforts to help people with brain disorders such as Alzheimer's disease by helping cells compensate for memory loss.

Apr 18, 2013 10:23 AM EDT

The Dreaded Facebook Friend Request, Social Media Activity Through Work Can Make Employees Uncomfortable and Hurt Productivity

Accepting a boss, manager or annoying work colleague as a friend on Facebook may make some employees nervous.

Apr 18, 2013 09:50 AM EDT

Poisoned Bread: Rat Poison Found in Loaves Left on Company's Doorstep in Germany, 25 Workers Consumed Food

Police confirmed that poisonous bread was left in Germany on the doorstep of a company. So far, it is believed that roughly 25 workers have consumed the bread.