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More researchers join effort to control stink bugs organically

Thu, Nov 08 2012 at 1:50 PM

Multi-university project asks how organic farmers can control these pests and protect their crops.

Climate change threatens your morning cup of coffee

Thu, Nov 08 2012 at 11:13 AM

Wild Arabica coffee could be extinct in 70 years, according to a new study.

Satellites could help predict volcano eruptions

Wed, Nov 07 2012 at 2:53 PM

New research shows that volcanoes 'inflate' prior to erupting, a change that could be detected from space.

Staten Island desperately needs underwear

Tue, Nov 06 2012 at 4:53 PM

The community is still recovering from Hurricane Sandy and has received plenty of other donated clothing.

Climate change could have devastating effect on India's monsoon season

Tue, Nov 06 2012 at 12:05 PM

In the next century, crops could fail every 5 years because of a lack of rainfall, according to a new study.

First all-carbon solar cell made with nanotubes and buckyballs instead of silicon

Fri, Nov 02 2012 at 10:51 AM

Stanford University research could lead to cheaper, more flexible photovoltaics.

Michael Bloomberg endorses Barack Obama, 'a president to lead on climate change'

Thu, Nov 01 2012 at 4:22 PM

The surprise endorsement follows the devastating effects of Hurricane Sandy on New York City and the region.

Europe's oldest prehistoric village found in Bulgaria

Thu, Nov 01 2012 at 3:49 PM

The site, not far from the resort town of Varna, dates back 7,500 years.

Will San Diego's tides glow blue again this year?

Thu, Nov 01 2012 at 2:44 PM

Bioluminescent algae caused ocean waves on the California coast to glow brightly last year. Scientists wonder if the beautiful phenomenon will return.

Spider webs and gecko feet inspire potential pain-free bandage

Wed, Oct 31 2012 at 10:43 AM

Experimental surgical tape could be peeled off of newborns without damaging their sensitive skin.

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A puppy's not a challenge for

Thu, Mar 21 2013 at 5:33 PM

A puppy's not a challenge for a telecommuter -- it's an opportunity! Having a dog means you need to get up every hour or two to let them out. A quick bit of exercise = better health and multiple chances each day to come back to your work with fresh eyes. Enjoy!

Iran is planning to send a

Wed, Jan 23 2013 at 1:16 PM

Iran is planning to send a monkey into space, not a chimpanzee (chimpanzees are apes). I can't find any references to the Chinese experiment you mention, so if you come up with a citation, please let us know.

Thanks, I have fixed that

Tue, Nov 20 2012 at 4:27 PM

Thanks, I have fixed that typo.

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