Space Makes Astronauts Sick
Astronauts may have problems with immune deficiencies while in space, a new study has found.
Read MoreAmerica and Brazil: Worst Culprits for Damaging the Environment
Four of the 10 worst countries for environmental impact are from the American continent, a new study has found.
Read MoreSmoking can be good for you
It’s the headline dedicated smokers have been waiting for: their disgusting habit is good for them. At least under certain conditions, though this doesn’t mean you’d be wise to reach for a pack of Players – the benefit is far outweighed by the danger of cancer.
Read MoreBat songs
According to latest research, bats can distinguish between calls made by members of their own species and others, even those that are closely related and inhabit similar ecological niches.
Read MoreIndustrial agriculture one of main causes for biodiversity loss
Recent studies reveal that biodiversity is facing serious threats, with industrial agriculture as one of the main culprits.
Read MoreDifferent Fat Distribution in Men and Women is likely due to very Different Genes
Belly fat is associated with obesity-related conditions like diabetes and heart disease, so men are at a higher risk of these. But when women hit the menopause their ovarian hormone levels drop and their fat storage changes towards their waists.
Read MoreIs post-traumatic stress the cause of soldiers hitting the bottle?
Soldiers in action are 22 per cent more likely to be alcoholics than those not deployed but have low levels of post-traumatic stress disorder, a new study found.
Read MoreFeeding the Ducks Worldwide
Conservationists believe that these new species have been breeding in Britain for nearly three years but have only recently produced a sustained population growth that enables them to infiltrate our local city parks and be seen by the public.
Read MoreSchool meals in the UK
According to United Nations Convention, every child has a right to not to go hungry and provision of free school meals is a way to address this problem. But how effective is the school meal program in UK at present?
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