Articles by Angela Laguipo
Archaeologists Found World's Oldest Tea In Chinese Emperor's Tomb
Ancient tea, anyone? Archaeologists found the world's oldest tea in a 2,150-year-old Chinese emperor's tomb in the '90s, and now, after almost two decades, they finally know what kind of tea it is.
Scientists Discover New Frog Species In Madagascar Mountain
A team of scientists has discovered two new unique frog species in Madagascar. They were found at the Tsaratanana Massif Mountain, the island's highest point.
Flavonoid-Rich Red Wine, Citrus Fruits And Berries Help Prevent Erectile Dysfunction In Middle-Aged Men
Flavonoid-rich foods like citrus fruits, berries and red wine could reduce the risk of erectile dysfunction. Eating foods rich in flavonoid could prevent the disease for as much as brisk walking for up to five hours per week could.
Domesticating Dogs From Gray Wolves May Have Caused Harmful Genetic Changes
Dogs are now an integral part of society. Researchers, however, found that domesticating dogs from gray wolves may have led to an increased number of harmful genetic changes in dogs.
Remains Of Bus-Sized Marine Crocodile Unearthed In Sahara Desert
Paleontologists unearthed the bizarre remains of a bus-sized ocean crocodile that lived 130 million years ago. Dubbed as the largest sea crocodile discovered, this new discovery sparked the interest of animal experts.
New Antidepressant Breakthrough: Nontoxic Compound CGP3466B Blocks Cocaine Cravings And Rapidly Treats Depression
A new compound called CGP3466B is nontoxic and non-addictive. It sheds light in the future development of a new drug to treat depression. They also found that it can also deliver anti-depressant effects to laboratory mice within just a few hours.
Moonlight Drives Migration Of Marine Animals In Arctic Winter
Tiny marine animals like zooplanktons persist to migrate vertically even during the cold winter months. In the absence of sunlight, it is the moon that drives the vertical migrations of tiny marine animals.
Study Reveals Why Seashells Do Not Easily Break
Scientists have found the reason why seashells are strong and durable. This discovery may pave the way in the development of a new synthetic, robust and sturdy material.
Teenager Shows How Airplane Germs Spread And Invents Device To Stop Them
A teenager may have the solution to make the air in planes cleaner and prevent the spread of germs. It costs only $1,000. This will shed light on various diseases that are thought to have been passed through passengers of aircrafts.
Enzyme That Regulates Sugar Metabolism May Help Treat Obesity
Scientists have discovered a new enzyme that can zap excess sugar in the body, and consequently treat obesity and type 2 diabetes. It may seem out of reach, but it could become a reality someday.
Jaq Is A Credit Card-Shaped Device That Can Charge Your Phone With Water
This new charging device fits in your pocket and uses salt water to produce energy. JAQ smartphone charge was presented in the recently concluded CES 2016.
Zika Virus Now In The US: What You Should Know About This Mosquito-Borne Disease That Causes Birth Defects
The CDC confirmed that the Zika virus has reached the United States. This virus may not be harmful to adults, but it may cause birth defects to the unborn child of pregnant women.
Want To Slow Down Aging? Have More Children, Says Study
Women with more kids may age slowly than others. They seemingly have longer telomeres that protect the cells from damage.
Galaxy 1 Billion Light Years Away Has Two Black Holes, One Of Them ‘Naked’
Astromers discovered a rare "naked" black hole about 1 billion light years away. This unusual discovery could shed light in understanding the evolution of black holes in galaxies.
Mountain Lion Discovered With A Full Set Of Teeth And Whiskers On Top Of Its Head
A mountain lion growing a set of fully developed teeth and whiskers out of its forehead was discovered in Preston, Idaho. A hunter legally killed the lion after it attacked a dog.
Apple Reportedly Blocked Volkswagen From Demonstrating CarPlay At CES 2016
Apple allegedly bans Volkswagen from showcasing its wireless CarPlay at CES 2016. Volkswagen may need to wait until Apple launches the feature in its own event.
Xiaomi Teases Redmi 3 With 5-Inch Display And A Whopping 4,100mAh Battery
Xiaomi teased a new addition to its affordable product portfolio. The Redmi 3 boasts a powerful 4,100 mAh battery and 5-inch display.
Chinese Scientists Develop Star Wars-Like Laser Guns
Star Wars-like laser guns are now a reality. Chinese researchers developed guns from ultrafast portable laser technology with miniaturized mechanisms.
Same-Sex Intimacy More Common In Women: CDC Report
More men and women claim they are bisexuals, a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report says. However, women were found to be three times more likely to claim same-sex intimacy than men.
Mazda Expands Recall Of Cars Linked To Defective Takata Air Bags: Here's A List Of Affected Vehicles
Mazda expanded its recall of cars that have defective Takata air bags. Car recalls linked to these air bags are one of the largest in U.S. automotive history.
Ordering Pizza? Chemicals In The Pizza Box Are Not Safe, Says FDA
Do not fret! Pizza is still safe unless it's in a grease and water proof box. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ban three chemical types of perfluoroalkyl ethyl containing food-contact substances (FCSs) for its harmful effects on health.
HTC And Under Armour’s HealthBox Is Not Just Another Wearable
HTC and Under Armour have designed a suite of wearable fitness trackers that can monitor all data required for health and fitness. It's not just another wearable, as the HealthBox devices offer a complete wellness system that goes beyond fitness tracking.
Carpenter Invents Male Birth Control That Can Turn Off Flow Of Semen
A German carpenter invented a new male contraceptive method that acts like a switch for semen flow. Will this new device be an alternative to irreversible vasectomy?
Suppository With DHEA Hormone Reduces Vaginal Dryness, Pain During Sex
When a woman reaches menopause, certain symptoms might occur such as vaginal dryness and pain during sexual intercourse. A new vaginal suppository may maintain the vaginal's lubrication.
US Lacks Resources To Treat Kids In Disasters: Pediatricians Group
The United States lacks resources to provide the unique medical needs of children during disasters. The report from the American Association of Pediatrics states that children are most vulnerable to illness and injury during times of calamities, disasters and acts of terrorism.
ESA To Build 3D-Printed Moon Village For Astronauts By 2030
The European Space Agency unveiled its plan of establishing the first lunar base for human settlement on the moon. This plan can be a reality as construction of this lunar base could begin in five years.
Here Are The Top Best Diets Of 2016 According To Health And Weight Loss Experts
The US News & World Report released its Best Diets of 2016 with the DASH diet still in No. 1. Health experts evaluated a total of 38 healthy diets for the report.
Magnetic Field Of The Sun May Soon Change, Study Of Red Giants Reveal
A team of astronomers have indicated that the gyrochronology method used for identifying the age of stars needs to be recalibrated especially for stars older than the sun. If their findings are true, the Earth's sun may be close to a critical transition to a weakened magnetic field.
Huisken Meat Company Recalls Sam's Choice Beef Products Possibly Contaminated With Wood Materials
Huisken Meat Company recalled its Sam’s Choice Black Angus Vidalia Onion products due to a possible contamination of wood materials. The products were reportedly shipped to retail locations nationwide.
Average Woman Criticizes Self Eight Times A Day: Study
An average woman self-criticizes at least eight times a day. Physical looks, weight, money, career and relationships are the areas women commonly find faults with.
