This could be very important for developing countries.
DNA testing is becoming more popular — but how does it really work?
DNA testing kits have developed tremendously in recent times, moving out of the lab and onto the real world. After all, who wouldn’t want to trace their genetic heritage? Most of the time, it only takes a few weeks (and a reasonable sum) to find out where your lineage came from. But how does it work, and how accurate is
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Hookah smoking is becoming more popular, despite health concerns
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It’s the issue of our generation.
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The answer depends on whom you ask.
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Seeing a ‘bright light’ was probably just your brain hallucinating.
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The human brain copes poorly with microgravity — and that’s a big problem for space flight.
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The science is clear: the “right” age to have a child according to your biological clock is under 35 for women and under 40 for men.
Ancient Egyptian poetry led to a discovery that may explain how the pyramids were built
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Why there may be thousands of stink bugs hiding under your sofa
There are unexpected and unappreciated guests sneaking into our homes.
Coronal Mass Ejections from the Sun Pose a Big Threat to Earth
This is some scary stuff.
My thoughts are my password, because my brain reactions are unique
Your brain is an inexhaustible source of secure passwords – but you might not have to remember anything.
Here Is Why You Should Use Disposable Containers Instead of Plastic Ones
Storing food properly is very important because our own health is at stake here.
How supercapacitors could usher in a new age for hybrid vehicles
Supercapacitors, super cars.
Apple donates 1,000 watches for study to monitor binge eating
Every 60 minutes, someone dies in the U.S. because of an eating disorder.
Canada’s Pied Piper Province — How Alberta Became Rat-less
Alberta managed something that few other areas can boast.
The Important Benefits of Good Oral Hygiene
Brushing, flossing, and mouthwash could save you a lot of trouble in the future.