Science
Solar-powered plane takes off from Japan for trans-Pacific crossing
June 30, 2015
Solar-powered plane takes off from Japan for trans-Pacific crossing
A solar-powered plane took off from Japan on Monday on the seventh leg of its journey round the world, a…
Environment Ministry’s budget LE289 million
June 29, 2015
Environment Ministry’s budget LE289 million
Environment Minister Khaled Fahmy said the ministry's budget for next fiscal year (2015-2016) is LE289 million, up from last year…
US Navy pays Microsoft $9 million a year for Windows XP
June 29, 2015
US Navy pays Microsoft $9 million a year for Windows XP
The US Navy is still using Windows XP -- now 14 years old and defunct -- and it has to…
Thailand’s first MERS case declared free of deadly virus
June 29, 2015
Thailand’s first MERS case declared free of deadly virus
An Omani man who became Thailand's first case of Middle East Respiratory Sydnrome (MERS) has been declared free of the…
A Mediterranean-style diet can lower the risk of death from prostate cancer
June 28, 2015
A Mediterranean-style diet can lower the risk of death from prostate cancer
According to a new American study, men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer should favor a diet rich in…
Self-driving cars from rivals Google, Delphi in close call
June 28, 2015
Self-driving cars from rivals Google, Delphi in close call
There are few drivers who haven't experienced what it's like to be cut off by another motorist who nearly causes…
Pedaling backward is better exercise: study
June 28, 2015
Pedaling backward is better exercise: study
Spinning class is one situation in which forward progress could be all about moving backwards, according to a recent study…
Study: Coral breeding may help cooler reefs survive warming
June 27, 2015
Study: Coral breeding may help cooler reefs survive warming
Corals that naturally thrive in the hottest tropical waters can be bred with cousins in cooler seas to help them…
Consumers unclear about risks or benefits of e-cigarettes
June 27, 2015
Consumers unclear about risks or benefits of e-cigarettes
While some smokers consider electronic cigarettes a potential aid in quitting, some people who have already quit see them as…
Elevated blood pressure in early adult years tied to heart issues later
June 27, 2015
Elevated blood pressure in early adult years tied to heart issues later
People who have slightly high blood pressure during their 20s are more likely to have signs of heart failure at…