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Scientists show that mammalian life begins differently than we thought
It was long thought that during an embryo's first cell division, one spindle is responsible for segregating the embryo's chromosomes into two cells.
EMBL scientists...
The World Health Organization has recognised “compulsive sexual behaviour” as a mental disorder
The World Health Organization has recognised "compulsive sexual behaviour" as a mental disorder, but said Saturday it remained unclear if it was an addiction...
12 Russian Intelligence Agents Indicted For Hacking DNC Emails
The US Justice Department has announced criminal indictments against 12 Russian intelligence officers tied to the hack of the Democratic National Committee (DNC) during...
Why so many people are hooked on the thrill of roller coaster riding ?
Roller coasters may seem like a very modern type of entertainment – constantly getting bigger, faster and scarier thanks to advances in technology.
But...
Maged1 Gene Protects Against Cocaine Addiction
Cocaine can have a devastating effect on people.
It directly stimulates the brain’s reward center, and, more importantly, induces long-term changes to the reward...
Researchers have unlocked a cure for jet lag by activating VIP neurons in the...
Travel by airplane has opened the door to experiencing different cultures and exploring natural wonders. T
hat is, if you can get past the jet...
A class of molecules formed when the body metabolizes omega-3 fatty acids could inhibit...
A class of molecules formed when the body metabolizes omega-3 fatty acids could inhibit cancer's growth and spread, University of Illinois researchers report in...
One in nine Americans aged 45 and older say they are experiencing thinking declines
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, noticing a decline in your mental abilities ("cognitive decline") is one of the earliest...
Distancing yourself from a decision may help you make the choice that produces the...
One key to maximizing benefits for everyone is realizing that occasionally the best decision will benefit you the most, said Paul Stillman, lead author...
A drug used to treat diabetes may point to new therapies for respiratory syncytial...
A drug used to treat diabetes may point to new therapies for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) bronchiolitis—inflammation and obstruction of the lungs' small airways.
A...
Hackers Used Malicious MDM Solution to Spy On ‘Highly Targeted’ iPhone Users
Security researchers have uncovered a "highly targeted" mobile malware campaign that has been operating since August 2015 and found spying on 13 selected iPhones...
Researchers trace Parkinson’s damage in the heart
A new way to examine stress and inflammation in the heart will help Parkinson's researchers test new therapies and explore an unappreciated way the...
Argentina asks Russia to arrest Iran official over 1994 bombing
A bomb on July 18, 1994 destroyed the headquarters of the Argentine Israelite Mutual Association (AMIA) in the Argentinean capital, leaving 85 dead...
L’esercito islamico in Siria aspetta solo l’ordine di distruggere Israele
Lo ha dichiarato il vice comandante delle Guardie Rivoluzionarie iraniane, attribuendo tutti i mali del Medio Oriente al “regime fittizio e privo di radici...
European Skies : soon unmanned aerial systems (UAV) will operate in the same airspace...
An Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) has three components:
An autonomous or human-operated control system which is usually on the ground or a ship but...
