Articles by Athena Chan
Deadly Fungus Forces Ant Zombie 'Death Grip' By Taking Over The Muscles
How does the infamous zombifying fungus make ants do the so-called death grip? Apparently, the fungus does not even affect the victim's brains to do so.
Fear Of Humans Suppresses Predators But Benefits Small Animals
How do humans really affect the wildlife around them? A new study found that even recordings of human voices can alter the behaviors of predators and small animals.
Sewage, Fertilizers Contribute To Coral Death, Study Finds
Is climate change the only major thing that is killing off our coral reefs? Thirty years' worth of data reveals another part of the problem that people can actually do something about.
Paleolithic Cold Case Solved? Ancient Skull Reveals 33,000-Year-Old Murder
Did the researchers of a new study solve the oldest known cold case? A new analysis using modern forensic techniques revealed the violent death of a paleolithic man 33,000 years ago.
Hubble's Eta Carinae Image Gives Special Ultraviolet View Of The Double Star System
Hubble Space Telescope's latest image of Eta Carinae is its highest resolution image of the double star system yet. The stunning image shows the ongoing 'Great Eruption.'
Restoring Forests Worldwide Could Capture Two Thirds Of Human-Made Carbon Emissions, Fight Climate Crisis
About 0.9 billion hectares of land not being used by humans is suitable for reforestation. If we fill these places with newly planted trees, they could eventually capture two thirds of man-made carbon emissions.
Great Pacific Garbage Patch Clean-Up Recovers 40 Tons Of Plastic Waste
Just how much do fishing nets contribute to the Great Pacific Garbage Patch? A recent clean-up in the Pacific yielded 40 tons of plastic waste and potentially dangerous fishing nets.
South Pacific, Parts Of South America Set To Witness Total Solar Eclipse
Another total solar eclipse is bound to give some people an incredible experience. Now, those in the South Pacific will have the chance to witness the unique sky event.
Ancient Teeth Reveal Extinct Vegetarian Relatives Of Crocodiles
Do modern day crocodiles have ancient vegetarian cousins? New research reveals that the apex predators actually have ancestors who preferred to have vegetables in their diets.
Moonshot No More: Beresheet 2 No Longer Going To The Moon
It is a moonshot no more as SpaceIL cancels Beresheet 2. The team will be pursuing new challenges, as another moon mission is 'not challenging enough' for the team.
LOOK: Massive Volcano Eruption Seen From Space
An unexpected volcanic eruption from Raikoke Volcano sent ash and volcanic gases over the North Pacific Ocean. Even astronauts from the ISS had a chance to capture images of the volcano's rare eruption.
NASA's Next Mission Takes Dragonfly Drone To Saturn's Moon, Titan
NASA announced its next mission in the solar system. The next destination will be the icy world of Saturn's moon, Titan, with the Dragonfly set to launch in 2026.
New Drug To Boost Sex Drive In Women Gets FDA Approval
A new drug for hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) in premenopausal women has been approved by the U.S. FDA. HSDD is a female sexual desire disorder that has been recognized as a medical condition since the 1970s.
It Is The 50th Anniversary Of The Cuyahoga River Fire That Led To The Clean Water Act
It was 50 years ago when the Cuyahoga River in Ohio went on fire. The river had been on fire several times before this incident, but it was the 1969 fire that led to the Clean Water Act.
Americans Eating Less Red Meat But A Lot Of Processed Meats, Study Finds
Although Americans are eating less meat than 18 years ago, the consumption of processed meats remain the same. About a quarter of Americans' red meat and poultry consumption come from processed meats.
Ocean Bacteria Alters Skin Microbiome After Just 10 Minutes Of Swimming
Just 10 minutes of swimming in the ocean can alter our skin microbiome, a study finds. While many of the bacteria are harmless, some can cause serious diseases.
Building Seawalls To Protect Vulnerable U.S. Locations From Rising Sea Levels Will Cost $400 Billion
How much will it cost to protect communities across the country from rising sea levels? Evidently, protection comes at a hefty price of $400 billion.
Over 500 Critically Endangered Vultures Die From Eating Elephants Poisoned By Poachers
Over 500 vultures died after eating the carcasses of elephants believed to be poisoned by poachers. All of the vulture species involved in the incident are considered critically endangered.
LOOK: Astronomers Capture The 'Glow' Of Uranus's Rings
The new images of Uranus taken using large telescopes show the rings' 'warm glow.' It is also the first time that the rings' temperature is measured.
Poll Reveals Americans Are More Interested In Monitoring Asteroids Than Going To Mars
Evidently, Americans are quite concerned about asteroids. It was revealed in a poll that Americans prefer to focus on monitoring asteroids and comets than going back to the moon or going to Mars.
Mysterious Whale Skull From The 1980s Confirmed As Narwhal-Beluga Hybrid
After nearly 30 years, the mystery behind the odd-looking whale skull in Denmark has been solved. Evidently, the creature it belonged to was 54 percent beluga and 46 percent narwhal.
Humans Evolving Bone Spikes At The Back Of The Head Because Of Smartphones
Are humans evolving as we speak because of using smartphones too much? Evidently, humans are growing a bony spike on their heads because of it.
Over 200 Dolphin Strandings In Gulf Of Mexico Is Triple The Usual Number, Says NOAA
What could be causing the Unusual Mortality Event affecting dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico? 261 dolphins have stranded since Feb. 1, which is three times higher than the average.
Greenland Experiencing Unusual Melting, Lost 2 Billion Tons Of Ice In One Day
Greenland is experiencing an unusual ice melting event this June. It lost 2 billion tons of ice this past Thursday alone, when most melting typically occurs in July.
Sleeping With Lights Or TV On Can Lead To Weight Gain In Women
Exposure to artificial lights such as lamps or the television during bedtime can do more harm than just disrupting sleep. Evidently, it can lead to weight gain and obesity in women.
Patient Dead From Superbug Infection After Fecal Transplant, FDA Warns
Are fecal transplants completely safe? The U.S. FDA warns of the possible risks after a patient died from being infected by superbugs from the donor.
5,200 People Quarantined In ICE Due To Mumps Or Chicken Pox Exposure
Over 5,000 people are now quarantined in ICE due to possible exposure to chicken pox or mumps. This is a spike from the number of quarantined individuals just months ago.
The Sweetest Moon Of The Year: The Next Full Moon Is June's Sweet 'Strawberry Moon'
June's upcoming full moon is the sweet "strawberry moon." It is also called the "Honey moon," "LRO moon," "Mead moon," and even "Rose moon."
Star Trek's Starfleet Insignia Spotted On Mars Again
What is Star Trek's Starfleet insignia doing on Mars? This is not the first time that the iconic insignia was spotted on the Red Planet.
Zebra Stripes Used To Regulate Heat, Study Finds
Why do zebras have stripes? Previous research found that it is probably to ward of biting insects, but a new one suggests it could also be helping zebras with thermoregulation.
