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Art of paper-cutting inspires self-charging paper device
Despite the many advances in portable electronic devices, one thing remains constant: the need to…
US streams carry surprisingly extensive mixture of pollutants
Many US waterways carry a variety of pollutants, but not much is known about the…
Exercise associated with improved heart attack survival
Exercise is associated with improved survival after a heart attack, according to research. The chances…
Catch me if you can: Scientists discover neurons that control willingness to mate in female fruit flies
Scientists used advanced genetic and behavioral tools to establish that walking speed is in fact…
More than $16 billion spent on cosmetic plastic surgery in 2016
Americans spent more than ever before — $16 billion — on cosmetic plastic surgery and…
Elephants’ ‘body awareness’ adds to increasing evidence of their intelligence
Asian elephants are able to recognize their bodies as obstacles to success in problem-solving, further…
How polar bears find their prey
Researchers have demystified the way that polar bears search for their typical prey of ringed…
Hot flashes could signal increased risk of heart disease
Hot flashes, one of the most common symptoms of menopause, have already been shown to…
United States Will Not Allow Mobile Phone Talk on Flights
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is reversing course on a years-long effort that would have…