The Mysterious Labor of Mary Toft: Renaissance Woman Gave Birth to Rabbits, Cats, and Animal Limbs

Medicine & Technology Mar 28, 2021

Mary Toft was a renaissance woman made famous for mysteriously birthing rabbits, cats, and random animal limbs for a few months that stunned medical experts in the day. She was later renowned for her infamous medical sham.

Climate Change and Global Temperature Rise Strengthening Hurricanes and Typhoons

Mar 27, 2021

A study shows evidence that climate change and global temperature rise due to the anthropogenic activity will be increasing the rate of intensity of tropical cyclones like hurricanes and typhoons in the coming century.

Ebola in 4 People Returning to the US from West Africa at Low Risk But Are Being Monitored in Oregon

Mar 27, 2021

4 people returning to the US from the West African countries of the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Guinea are being monitored by public health officials in Oregon for suspected Ebola virus infection.

Novel Brain Cancer Vaccine Shows Promising Results in Phase 1 Human Trials

Mar 24, 2021

An intravenous brain cancer vaccine that first began human clinical trials in 2015 now reports significant promise of assisting patients' immune response in targeting brain tumors.

Zombie-Like Human Brain Cells Found Growing Tentacles After Death

Mar 24, 2021

Researchers observed that some cells in the human brain are zombie-like postmortem despite surrounding tissues degrading.

Microscopic Robots Infiltrate Mouse Brain to Deliver Cancer-Fighting Drug

Mar 24, 2021

Researchers developed a microscopic robot that can reach the brain and deliver cancer-fighting drugs to targeted tumors in mice.

Sea-Level Rise Along US Atlantic Coast Fastest in 2,000 Years

Mar 23, 2021

Researchers discovered using a sea-level rise budget that 6 sites along the US Atlantic coast had the fastest rate of sea-level rise over the past 2,000 years.

Common Cold Virus Can Kick COVID-19 to the Curb Says Researchers

Mar 23, 2021

Researchers from Scotland found that when infection of rhinoviruses is given a 24-hour headstart, it can reduce COVID-19 infections.

Mars' Atmosphere Leaking Water Into Space During Storms and Changing Seasons

Mar 23, 2021

Researchers found that when Mars is closest to the sun, water vapor from its atmosphere is expelled, leaking into space. When it's farthest, the cold water freezes water vapor in the Red Planet's atmosphere.

Deep Seabed Sediments: A Source of Nutrient for Marine Organisms

Mar 22, 2021

Researchers discovered that eroded seabed rocks release iron -- an essential nutrient for marine microorganisms -- into the ocean, helping sustain life and affecting the overall food chain.

Carbon-ring Chemicals Essential to Life Found in Space for the First Time

Mar 22, 2021

Astronomers have just been able to find PAHs, aromatic carbon rings, in space for the first time signaling that the precursors of life could be reacting with other molecules in the vacuums of space.

Oravax Oral COVID-19 Vaccine Set to Begin Clinical Trials

Mar 22, 2021

Oravax, a pharmaceutical company, is developing an oral COVID-19 vaccine that would be easier to store, ship, and administer as compared to commonly used intravenous vaccines.

After 900 Years: Icelandic Volcano Erupts, Posing No Threats to Locals

Mar 21, 2021

Krysuvik System has erupted, spewing crimson red lava to flow. However, experts say that the eruption poses no health threats or dangers to locals.

Eastern Australia Plagued by Mice; Infestation Spiralling Out of Control

Mar 21, 2021

Due to unusual large grain harvests, thousands of mice have plagued eastern Australian states with no sign of stopping anytime soon. Locals have reportedly spent up to 6 hours cleaning mice poop from their property, and businesses are forced to shut down.

24-Hour Digital Detox Challenge: Win $2,400 by Staying Away From Gadget Screens

Mar 21, 2021

Reviews.org is on the search for applicants to take part in the 24-hour digital detox challenge. Selected applicants could win $2,400 by locking their electronic devices in a safe for a day and choosing more traditional means of entertainment and communication.