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Amazing 50-Million-Year-Old Fossils Discovered in Brisbane [PHOTOS]

Scientists rejoiced at the phenomenal discovery of fossils that are possibly millions of years old in the northern part of Brisbane. The scientific discovery at a work site was hailed as the world's first to include a rare collection of 50-million-year-old fossils, including crocodiles, fish, frogs and plants.

GPS During Storms Could be Dangerous!

GPS (global positioning systems) signals messed up during storms are indeed tricky and risky for drivers and pilots. But undependable they may be during weather disturbances, this very same haywire activity could prove useful to NASA and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Scientists from both institutions have discovered that the wind speeds and wind strength of tropical cyclone storms can actually be predicted by just how messed up the actual GPS satellite signals are.
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Skull Flattening, Uneven Head in Babies Can be Prevented - Study

According to a Calgary study, more than 50% of babies have flattened spots on the back of their heads by the time they are two months. This is attributed to sleeping on the back of the head, a step taken to reduce sudden infant death syndrome.

Australia's Cities Getting Hotter by 3.7 Degrees

Some areas of Australia's cities will be up to 3.7 degrees hotter by 2050 due to the growth of urbanisation according to new research data Australia will experience the "urban heat island effect" in which temperatures will rise in built-up areas with more asphalt and concrete. Researchers from the University of NSW say the rising temperatures will enhance the effects of climate change.

China Air Pollution Lowers Life Expectancy by 5 Years

An international study has confirmed the all too obvious - that the air pollution wrought by the excessive coal burning in China's north has affected the life expectancy of the people there, reducing it by as much as five years.

Life On Earth To End In 2 Billion Years, Research Suggests

All things must come to an end - except microbes. These microscopic organisms are set to inherit the Earth after everything, humans most especially included, perishes in a billion years. They won't last long, though, because they are predicted to become extinct as well in another billion years.

NASA Probe on Mysterious Solar Region Launched

A new satellite was launch by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to probe on a little-known region in the Sun that is responsible for solar weather.

Heat Waves Will Scorch Western United States

The western part of the United States will be literally in heat as scorching temperatures are expected to envelope the region over the weekend.

Canada UFO Sightings Reach Record Breaking Levels

UFO, the unidentified flying object, sightings have been reported from all across the world but Canadians are breaking records when it comes to sighting them. UFO reports more than doubled, last year in Canada -- with five sightings reported every day.

Zara Hartshorn: 16-Year-Old Girl Suffers Rare Genetic Disorder that Makes Her Look Old [PHOTOS]

Teenager Zara Hartshorn has been living a life comparable to Brad Pitt’s character in the film “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” because she is only 16 years old but looks 60. Zara, her sister Jolene and mum Tracey suffers the rare genetic disorder Cutis Laxa that causes skin to become inelastic and loosely hanging in folds which explains the premature ageing.

Vampire Bat Venom: The Next Miracle Drug?

Vampire bat venom could be the next miracle drug for hypertension and stroke after an international team of scientists led by Bryan Fry of Queensland University discovered how bats can prevent blood clots.

2013 Supermoon: June 23 Peak Captured, Worldwide Photos Shared on the Internet [PHOTOS]

The 2013 Supermoon lit up the night sky over the weekend and worldwide viewers who were able to capture images of the spectacular phenomenon shared in on the internet. Those who were not able to witness the Supermoon, web site Space.com offers a free webcast on Sunday at 9 p.m. EDT (0100 June 24, Monday) courtesy of the Slooh Space Camera.

Surgery Removes 132 Lb Testicles from 49-Year-Old Man But Shrinks His Penis to Just 1 Inch (VIDEOS & PHOTOS)

A scrotal lymphedema prompted 49-year-old Wesley Warren Jr to undergo a 13-hour surgery to reduce the size of his testicles which had ballooned to 132 pounds. The enlargement was the result of Mr Warren accidentally knocking his testicles while turning over in bed in 2008, which resulted in a sharp shooting pain that made the tissues around his scrotum swell.

2013 Supermoon: How and Where to Best View Peak on June 22-23

The 2013 Supermoon is set to peak from Saturday to Sunday, June 22-23, as the Moon makes its closest approach to planet Earth at a distance of over 200,000 miles. Viewers can witness the moon appearing 14% bigger and approximately 30% brighter compared to the regular full moon without any clouds covering the clear view.

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