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Apr 13, 2013 03:21 AM EDT

Massive Wasp Nest Discovered in Abandoned Home in Spain

A massive 22 foot wasp nest was discovered in an abandon house in San Sebastian de la Gomera after which the house has been cordoned.

Apr 12, 2013 05:29 AM EDT

Excess of Social Media Can Damage Strong Relationships

Social media that help in fostering many new relationships have a darker side to it. A latest study conducted by researchers from the Oxford Internet Institute states that, too much of social media can damage strong relationships.

Apr 12, 2013 04:37 AM EDT

Airport Scanner Tech Reveals Hidden Artwork Beneath A Fresco at Louvre Museum

For the first time a team of researchers have used the TSA style scanner on a fresco and discovered another hidden artwork that went unnoticed by other techniques.

Apr 12, 2013 04:20 AM EDT

Study Reveals Why You Can't Stop At Just One Potato Chip

Hedonic hyperphagia is the scientific term for recreational over-eating. It is used to describe eating in excess for pleasure rather than hunger.

Apr 12, 2013 03:24 AM EDT

Weight Loss Surgery Affects Genes: Study

According to a study conducted by researchers at the Karolinska Institute and the University of Copenhagen, obesity and weight loss alters markers on DNA that are known to control gene expression.

Apr 12, 2013 02:31 AM EDT

Study Links Apple-Shaped Body to Increased Risk of Kidney Disease

Generally, apple-shaped bodies are known to carry several health risks. A recent study published in the Journal of the American Society of Nephrology states that people with apple-shaped bodies are more inclined to suffer from renal diseases.

Apr 10, 2013 10:51 AM EDT

Rare Stone Curlews found Dead in UK due to Starvation

The reports from RSPB state that one of UK's rarest bird is put at gurther risk due to the cold spring.

Apr 10, 2013 07:40 AM EDT

Aroma of Rosemary Oil Improves Memory in Healthy Adults: Study

A latest finding from researches at the Northumbria University states that the aroma of rosemary essential oil boosts memory in healthy adults.

Apr 10, 2013 04:16 AM EDT

Researchers Calculate Ice Flow Velocity in Antarctica Using Satellite Imagery

It is an important parameter to measure the environmental health of Antarctica because it greatly influences the world's climate. And the best way to monitor this is by focusing on the ice flow.

Apr 10, 2013 03:53 AM EDT

Scientists Develop Nontoxic Alternative to Control Bedbugs

Drawing inspiration from a traditional Balkan remedy that uses kidney bean leaves to trap bedbugs, scientists at UC Irvine and the University of Kentucky have incorporated a technique to document how microscopic hairs on the leaves can trap biting insects effectively.

Apr 09, 2013 08:31 AM EDT

Development of Immune System Depends on Month of Birth

Though a new born is not as strong as the older infants, it is said that its immune system is remarkably competent. Focusing on development of the immune system, the latest study states that the levels of vitamin D and immune system development in newborn babies differ according to their month of bi...

Apr 09, 2013 07:55 AM EDT

Scientists Track Early Genetic Origins of Childhood Leukemia in Womb

A new study published in the scientific journal PNAS uncovers clues to the origin of leukemia during childhood in two pairs of identical twins. Researchers hope that by tracing the early genetic origins of childhood leukemia, they could help develop a new cancer drug.