Science
Brief periods of standing, walking tied to better blood sugar
December 15, 2015
Brief periods of standing, walking tied to better blood sugar
Older women at risk for type 2 diabetes may want to break up prolonged periods of sitting by standing or…
Antidepressants in pregnancy tied to autism
December 15, 2015
Antidepressants in pregnancy tied to autism
Women who take antidepressants during pregnancy may be more likely to have children with autism, a Canadian study suggests. The overall…
In Chile, world’s astronomy hub, scientists fear loss of dark skies
December 15, 2015
In Chile, world’s astronomy hub, scientists fear loss of dark skies
When some of the world's leading astronomers scaled a frosty, Chilean peak in mid-November to break ground on a state-of-the-art,…
Who’s too old for major treatment? Age not always a barrier
December 14, 2015
Who’s too old for major treatment? Age not always a barrier
Irwin Weiner felt so good after heart surgery a few weeks before turning 90 that he stopped for a pastrami…
‘Grandma’s magic remedy:’ Mexico’s medical marijuana secret
December 14, 2015
‘Grandma’s magic remedy:’ Mexico’s medical marijuana secret
When her legs ache, this Mexican grandmother rubs them with marijuana-infused alcohol. She is well aware the homemade remedy defies…
Twitter issues warnings of ‘state-sponsored hacking’
December 14, 2015
Twitter issues warnings of ‘state-sponsored hacking’
Twitter has warned some of its users that their accounts on the messaging platform may be the target of "state-sponsored…
Seti I mural repatriated from Britain
December 13, 2015
Seti I mural repatriated from Britain
Antiquities Minister Mamdouh el-Damati has said that the ministry received a mural of Seti I that the Foreign Ministry repatriated…
Switzerland honors Egyptian oncologist in the field of breast cancer
December 13, 2015
Switzerland honors Egyptian oncologist in the field of breast cancer
Mohamed Shaalan, Professor of surgical oncology, was honored by Markus Leitner, the Swiss ambassador to Cairo, and Nabil Nassar, the…
Feeling like a Grinch? At least it won’t shorten your life
December 13, 2015
Feeling like a Grinch? At least it won’t shorten your life
There's good news for grumpy women: Being happy apparently has no effect on how long you might live. That's the conclusion…
Can’t quit Facebook? Researchers have found the reasons why
December 13, 2015
Can’t quit Facebook? Researchers have found the reasons why
If you've ever tried taking a break from Facebook, or quitting the site altogether, only to find yourself logging back…