Prehistoric Conflicts Improved Human Collaborative Abilities
Warfare caused societal changes and technological advancement. Scientists also say that it contributed to the improvement of human intelligence and cooperation.
Youngsters Fight for Their Lives After Smoking Ice
Victorian police are investigating the case of youngsters who have been experiencing serious health impacts after smoking a batch of drug ice.
Cyber Monday 2014 Health Deals
Retailers of health and wellness products offer great deals for 126 million holiday shoppers who will be online for the Cyber Monday Sale.
Fluoropore: The New Non-Stick Finish
Young scientists develop a super-repellent polymer that has the ability to protect surfaces from liquid droplets to soil particles.
Scientists Collaborate to Develop Drug to Suppress Binge Drinking Effects
The harmful side effects brought about by intermittent alcohol abuse can be suppressed with the new compound, ethane-beta-sultam.
Dutch To Pursue Saltwater Power Project
The Netherlands plans to use its aquatic resource to develop a viable system that could produce renewable power source.
NSW Egg Stamping Now on Full-Scale Implementation
The egg stamping regulation issued by the Food Authority in 2012 aims to prevent the incidence of foodborne illness
from egg products produced in NSW .
Australia to Host Human Tests for New Brain Tumour Treatment
The world’s first clinical trials for brain cancer cure can improve therapeutic strategies for Gliobalastoma treatment.
Bonsoy To Recompense Milk Victims
Producers of the popular milk alternative, Bonsoy have agreed to the settlement of AU$25 million to compensate 496 victims of food poisoning.
1,700 Year Old Cemetery Discovered Along Ancient Trade Route
Chinese explorers discovered an ancient burial ground along a historical trade route.
More Artefacts Found in Greece's Mystery Tomb
The archaeological excavation led by Dr. Katerina Peristeri uncovers multicolored figures inside the 2,300 tomb.
Peru Probes Into The Deaths Of 500 Sea Lions
Environmental authorities are still looking into the probable causes for deaths of sea animals along Peruvian coasts.
World Bank Reports Climate Change Impacts are Inevitable
World Bank’s latest assessment on climate change prompts world leaders to act more determinedly.
Japan’s Robotic Industry Is On A Rebound
Japanese government plans to build 30 million humanoid robots to strengthen the workforce and to reclaim Japan’s supremacy in robotics technology.
Using Hand Dryers in Public Restrooms Could Spread Germs
Paper-based product companies and a recent scientific study claim that the use of hand dryers in washrooms spreads bacteria.
Text Neck Causes More Harm Than You Think
Billions of mobile technology users are not aware of the health risks caused by forward head posture despite medical warnings.
Musical Training Enhances Long-Term Memory
A recent psychology research establishes the correlation of musical training and long-term memory advantages.
Crop Production Amplifies Carbon Dioxide Cycle
Scientists explain how agricultural production affects CO2 levels in the Northern Hemisphere.
Home Flu Test Kit Available Soon
The new diagnostic tool that enables people to track their health at a molecular level is likely to go on sale in 2015.
Preterm Birth Complications Outranks Leading Causes Of Death In Young Children
Every year, around 15 million babies worldwide are born before 37 weeks of gestation. Complications leading to high mortality rates have not been reduced dramatically.
Computational Thinking Education Gets More Funding
Technology investors and state-owned corporation have donated resources to schools to support integration of computer studies in all academic curricula.
Avian Flu Outbreak Hits Europe
The poultry industry in some parts of Britain and the Netherlands has been infected by bird flu of H5 strain.
When Exercising Fails To Manage Those Extra Pounds
Many overweight women find their aerobic workout futile. Instead of shedding off unwanted weight, they barely lose them or gain more.
Bowel Cancer Rates Increasing In Young Adults
While colorectal cancer (CRC) incidence in older people has declined, a rise in CRC cases among younger patients was foreseen.
World Action Against Malnutrition
Global campaign to eradicate hunger and undernourishment is faced with existing setbacks and rising issues.
Scientists Develop New System That Enables Human Thought to Control Gene Expression
Biotechnology may have laid down the foundation for a system in which ordinary people can use mind control to direct biological processes. Indeed, researchers have created a method that uses one's thoughts to control genes. Interestingly, the idea for this attempt was influenced by a mind game using a player's brainwaves.