The blame for Haiti's staggering death toll from the 7.0-magnitude earthquake on Jan. 12—the toll is expected to rise to over 200,000— lies at the feet of that country's c0nstruction industry, says a Berkeley, Calif. engineer. Continue Reading →
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Scientist studies sound sleepers, spindles
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A study conducted by Harvard neurologist Jeffrey Ellenbogen examines the makings of a sound sleeper. Continue Reading →
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Beijing puts the ‘work’ in workout
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Compulsory workplace exercise has returned to Beijing after a three-year hiatus. Continue Reading →
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Expelling unwed mothers banned in Philippines
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In an effort to promote women’s human rights in the Philippines, it is now illegal to ban unmarried single mothers from enrolling in schools. Continue Reading →
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The world of food … on a chart
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Graphic artists at ShiftN.com. have attempted to visualize the human food system, creating a chart—or map—of the myriad factors that make up the whole process. Continue Reading →
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A stressful place can lead to weight gain
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Despite eating healthy meals, a stressful workplace and lack of exercise can contribute to weight gain, a recent study concluded. Continue Reading →
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Curry spices reduce methane in sheep, cow burps
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Coriander reduces methane production in sheep guts by up to 40 percent. Researches say the effect could be the same in cows. Continue Reading →
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Algae could combat hunger
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Heralded by scientists as a near-miracle food, a protein-rich algae has potential to abolish malnutrition. Continue Reading →
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Tired of forgetting? Sleep on it.
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A Washington University St. Louis study on memory revealed that "sleeping on it" is, in fact, the most productive plan of action. Continue Reading →
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Bundanoon: a new verb—and green movement—from Oz
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"Bundanoon” is a new green verb referencing an Australian town that prohibited bottled drinking water in 2009. Continue Reading →