Imitating Babies Give Off Positive Results with Interaction; Study Reveals

Medicine & Technology May 27, 2020

Got a baby in your home? Try imitating them and see how they react. Researchers from Lund University have found that babies consider imitating gestures as friendly and respond positively to it. Click the link above to watch a video explaining more.

China's Bat Woman Warns Coronavirus is Just the 'Tip of the Iceberg': More Virus Outbreaks From Wild Animals Possible

May 26, 2020

Shi Zhengli, a virologist who has extensive experience in studying bats and the viruses they carry, has a warning for people all over the world. China's 'bat woman' says what the world is currently experiencing is merely the 'tip of the iceberg'. Click the link above to find out more.

Astronomers Discover a New Doughnut-Shaped Galaxy 11 Billion Light Years Away

May 26, 2020

New research reveals the discovery of a new galaxy 11 billion light-years away from our solar system. The new galaxy is named R5519, but many call it the 'cosmic ring of fire' due to its ability to produce stars faster than the Milky Way. Click the link above to learn more.

Arthritis Patients Resort to Using Industrial Lubricant Over Fears Ibuprofen Might Worsen Coronavirus

May 26, 2020

Patients with arthritis are scared to take ibuprofen for their joints over fears that the drug might worsen coronavirus symptoms. Instead, some lather their joints up with the industrial lubricant, WD-40.

Scientists Discover New Sexual Hormone in Zebrafish that Could Offer Better Fertility Treatments

May 25, 2020

Scientists have discovered new sex hormones in zebrafish. According to the researchers, the new study could shed light on providing better fertility treatments for humans in the future. Click the link above to read more.

WHO Stops Hydroxychloroquine Coronavirus Trials Over Safety Concerns

May 25, 2020

The World Health Organization is temporarily putting a hold on clinical trials for the antimalarial drug, hydroxychloroquine. This decision was after studies showed that the drug potentially caused heart problems and even death. Click the link above to learn more.

Researchers Develop Breakthrough Electroceutical Fabric that Zaps Coronavirus Upon Contact

May 25, 2020

Researchers from the Indiana University released a study involving an 'electroceutical' fabric designed to eliminate the coronavirus upon contact. Imagine using this technology on surfaces in hospitals, offices, schools, homes, and other places. Click the link above to learn more.

The Show Must Go On: New Zealand Prime Minister Carries on with Live Interview During an Earthquake

May 25, 2020

A 5.6 magnitude earthquake suddenly shook the studio on Monday morning while NZ Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern had a live television interview. She interrupted the host on the other line and told him how objects were shaking behind her. The quake ended after a few short minutes.

Positive COVID-19 Test Doesn't Automatically Equate to Virulence; 11 Days After Illness Renders Uninfectious, Singapore Study Reveals

May 24, 2020

Researchers from Singapore say that there is no need to worry if you test positive for coronavirus after 11 days of illness. A new study reveals that a positive test doesn't equate to a person still being infectious, but could indicate that an infection was once present.

Faulty Ventilators that Caused Fires in Russia Reach NY and NJ Without FDA's Approval; Officials in Hot Water

May 23, 2020

45 Russian Aventa-M ventilators were shipped to the US and distributed to New York and New Jersey without having passed through the FDA. This raises concerns as the same model of ventilators are being blamed for starting fires in hospitals that killed six people. Click the link above to read more.

Corals Emit Own Display of Colorful 'Sunscreen' to Fight Back Against Bleaching

May 23, 2020

WATCH! A new study reveals that some corals use an active sunscreen layer in the form of a colorful display that comes from unique pigments to attract algae. Click the link above to learn more and watch a video depicting the coral reefs.

Can Coronavirus Affect Babies in Uterus? New Study Suggests it Could

May 22, 2020

A new study reveals that the coronavirus can affect pregnant women's placenta and could possibly be a cause for complications during and after pregnancy. Although the authors believe that data is still limited to jump into conclusions, they advise pregnant mothers to take extra caution regarding their pregnancies.

Supermarket Chain Aldi Withdraws Times Table Placemat from Inventory After Autistic Boy Points Out Awkward Miscalculation

May 22, 2020

A 4-year-old autistic boy obsessed with numbers spots an embarrassing mistake in one of the items sold by Aldi. A multiplication table placemat that said '12x12=60' was pulled out of inventory in 500 Australian stores due to the clever boy's discovery.

Aspirin Could Prevent Preeclampsia but 50% of Pregnant Women at Risk Miss Out on this Drug: Study

May 22, 2020

Many experts find that low dose aspirin can significantly prevent preeclampsia, a condition involving high blood pressure, in pregnant women. Obstetrician, Joanna Girling, contends that the many are missing out since the drug isn't made available for pregnant women at risk since it isn't officially marketed for that purpose. Click the link to read more.

Ice Water Experiment Reveals that Repeating the "F" Word Could Increase Pain Tolerance: Study

May 22, 2020

Are you someone who curses a lot? Scientists have found that using curse words can help increase a person's pain tolerance. Click the link above to learn more.