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Deadly Amoeba Found: Texas Authorities Warn Summer Swimmers to Avoid Freshwater

06.06.2020 05:28 AM

Authorities warn Texans swimmers about a deadly amoeba called the 'Naegleria fowler', commonly found in freshwater sources in the entire state this summer.

Would You Gargle Bleach? 39% of Surveyed Americans Have Engaged in Risky Cleaning Habits

06.06.2020 00:34 AM

Americans are cleaning their homes more frequently because of coronavirus, yet not all quite know the proper and safe way to use cleaning chemicals. 39% of surveyed participants were found to have risky cleaning habits.

Russia's Oil Spill Blamed on Melting Permafrost; Clean-up Could Take 10 Years

06.05.2020 21:39 PM

Environmentalists assessed the damage of Russia's most disastrous oil spill last week, concluding that the clean-up may take five to ten years, costing nearly $2 Billion.

Watch-like Device May Soon Control Tics for Individuals With Tourette Syndrome

06.05.2020 10:44 AM

Individuals with Tourette Syndrome may soon be wearing watch-like devices which can send rhythmic pulses to control their tics

Genetic Studies on Ancient Caribbean Inhabitants Reveal a Mosaic of History Contrary to Traditional Research

06.05.2020 10:16 AM

The Caribbean's current diversity was traditionally believed to have singular origins. New research shows that their history is, in fact, a mosaic. of ancestries, cultures, and origins.

Scientists' Unique Study Identifies Earth's Cleanest Pocket of Air

06.05.2020 09:25 AM

Scientists discover Earth's cleanest pocket of air in the Southern Ocean despite strong wind currents.

Only 10% of Canada's Endemic Species are 'Globally Secure' With the Rest Slowly Disappearing

06.05.2020 03:59 AM

Canada has various endemic wildlife species of conservation concern which are increasingly becoming vulnerable to extinction from natural causes as well as human disturbance.

Princeton Researchers Discover 'Poison Arrow' Antibiotic That Resists Immunity

06.04.2020 22:38 PM

Princeton scientists discover a new antibiotic with dual mechanisms they call a 'poisoned arrow.'

Meet the Sinosaurus: Chinese Rockclimbers Discover 'Chicken Paw Prints'

06.04.2020 12:17 PM

A group of rock climbers encounters tridactyl tracks which paleontologists identify as the sinosaurus.

Updated Autopsy Reveals George Floyd Had Coronavirus: So What Now? How Will It Affect the Investigation?

06.04.2020 02:48 AM

A new detailed autopsy report goes into detail of George Floyd's cause of death. Is coronavirus it?

Russia Is Under a State of Emergency After 5 Million Gallons of Diesel Fuel Spilled Into the Arctic Circle

06.04.2020 01:02 AM

Russia is in a state of emergency after a power plant collapse resulted in millions of gallons of diesel fuel spilling into the Ambarnaya River.

The Next Great Migration: Immigration Is the Solution to Climate Change

06.03.2020 13:38 PM

Sonia Shah writes a book about migration as a 'lifesaving power in the face of climate change.'

Can You Target Fat Loss? Scientists Redefine the 'Fat Burning Zone' into a 'Sweet Spot'

06.03.2020 10:20 AM

Scientists explain that the speculated 'fat burning zone' is misunderstood and should be redefined as a 'sweet spot.'

Bioengineered Miniature Human Livers Have Been Successfully Transplanted Into Ill Rats

06.03.2020 06:41 AM

Scientists have bioengineered miniature human livers and successfully transplanted them into rats with impaired immune systems.

The Strawberry Moon Will Appear This Week, Followed by a Rare Annular Solar Eclipse: Here Are the Best Times to Watch

06.03.2020 00:58 AM

Half of the Earth will be witnessing a Strawberry Moon, while the other half will see a penumbral lunar eclipse. Two weeks later, an annular Solar Eclipse will make an appearance.

Tel Aviv Researchers Unlock Genetic Mysteries of the 2,000 Year-old Dead Sea Scrolls

06.02.2020 22:57 PM

A Bible scholar and molecular biologist piece together Dead Sea Scroll fragments using DNA sequencing.

Dominic Cummings Scandal is Just the Tipping Point for UK's Controversial Public Health Issues

06.02.2020 14:07 PM

Dominic Cummings' scandal is just the beginning of questioning public health concerns headed by the UK government.

Phenomenal Images of the Sun's Surface Were Captured From Retired Photographer's Backyard

06.02.2020 11:03 AM

Paul Andrew, a retired photography teacher, shares phenomenal images of the sun he captured from a telescope in his backyard.

Sixth Mass Extinction Is Accelerating at Alarming Rates and Human Activity Is Not Only to Blame: Study

06.02.2020 07:55 AM

Scientists reveal alarming rates of accelerating mass extinction and how it will affect future generations. They cited four factors contributing to the accelerating pace besides human activity.

Costa Rica Might Become a Carbon-Free Utopia by 2050, Forefronted by Cyclists

06.01.2020 23:20 PM

Costa Rica aspires for zero carbon emissions by 2050 as cyclists forefront a movement with their eco-friendly campaigns.

Updated Autopsy Report: George Floyd Died of Heart Attack with Evidence of Fentanyl and Meth Use

06.01.2020 21:04 PM

A new report confirming George Floyd died by heart attack with substances came a few hours after the report from Michael Baden, the independent medical examiner hired by family was released. Chauvin continues to be charged with murder.

Hexagon Salt: Common Table Salt May One Day Power Electric Cars

06.01.2020 11:08 AM

Scientists recreate common table salt, the hexagon salt, which is just the beginning for high-powered electronics development.

Granting MSC 'Ecolabel' to Bluefin Tuna Species that Almost Went Extinct a Decade Ago is a Bad Idea, Warns Conservationists

06.01.2020 09:28 AM

Bluefin tuna populations may be in danger if conservationists lose fight against a Japanese fishery waiting for international certification and labeling.

Using Mouthwash May Not Be a Healthy Post-workout Practice After All: Here's Why

06.01.2020 07:24 AM

Study clarifies what exactly happens to the body when one uses mouthwash after working out. Mouthwash has become an essential part of people's daily regimen, makeup kit, or shaving kit.

Martina the Ichthyosaur: The 246 Million-Year-Old Pregnant Fossil from Reno was Excavated by Paleontologists and a Craft Brewer

06.01.2020 01:04 AM

Martin Sander originally discovered a pregnant Ichthyosaur, naming her Martina. She is now in the LA Museum of National History with the help of Tom Young, a craft brewer.

Marine Species are Moving Towards the Poles Six Times Faster than Terrestrials Amid Climate Change: Here's Why

06.01.2020 00:23 AM

Climate change caused by humans are drastically affecting the behavior of thousands of species, including humans, who are failing to take responsibility.

Autopsy Report: George Floyd May Not Have Died from Asphyxia

05.30.2020 07:46 AM

After the viral video of George Floyd was all over media, the autopsy report suggests that he may not have died from asphyxia.

Three Boys Hoping to Gain Spiderman's Powers Help Each Other Get Bitten by Poisonous Black Widow: Here's What Happened Next

05.30.2020 01:45 AM

Three Bolivian brothers help each other get bitten by a black widow to mimic their favorite superhero, Spiderman. Scientists reveal just how much of the comics are real.

Anti-Terrorism Expert Warns Everyone to Never Swim in a Las Vegas Pool: What Does Science Say?

05.30.2020 00:06 AM

CBRN expert Dan Kaszeta explains why he knows certain things so that we don't have to, including why people should never go into a Las Vegas swimming pool.