Articles by Alyssa Navarro
Robot Maids? Elon Musk Wants To Build Domestic Droids To Do Your Chores
Robots could someday be programmed to perform basic household chores and many more. Tech genius Elon Musk and his non-profit OpenAI plans to accomplish this feat.
Are You Sleep-Deprived? Caffeine Is Not Enough To Boost Your Mental Performance
A caffeine fix has long been the crutch for the sleep-deprived. However, new research suggests that drinking coffee may not be enough to boost a person's mental performance after multiple days of insufficient sleep.
'Finding Dory' Swims Into New Box Office Record: Could There Be A Part 3?
The Disney-Pixar film 'Finding Dory' made a gigantic splash at the Box Office as it set a new domestic record for an animated film. The sequel to the well-loved first film earned a massive $132.6 million during its debut.
Benefits Of Brain Training Games Just A Placebo Effect?
Brain training programs offer users a boost in fluid intelligence and a chance to stave off mental aging. However, new research suggests that the 'benefits' of these programs may actually just be a placebo effect.
How 'Electric Wind' Removes Atmospheres, Oceans In Planets Like Venus
Venus may have hosted a large amount of water billions of years ago, but it evaporated. Scientists say the planet's 'electric wind' may have caused the lack of water.
Super-Sticky Secret: Chameleon's Viscous Saliva Helps Trap Preys [Video]
Chameleons never wrap their tongue around their preys during hunting, but they are still vicious predators. New research suggests that it's all thanks to a mucus produced by their tongue.
Teen Hacks Pentagon And Discovers 'Bugs': What This Means For Security
Amateur hackers and professional cybersecurity experts alike hacked several of the U.S. Defense Department's websites and found hundreds of vulnerabilities. Among the white hat hackers is a high school student.
China's Fastest Computer Without US Chips Prevails In Top500 Supercomputer Ranking
For the first time, China is now leading the pack of the fastest supercomputers in the world, edging past the United States. Its new supercomputer runs entirely on Chinese-made processors.
Ticketmaster Class Action Settlement: How To Claim Your Discounts And Free Tickets
Ticketmaster is sending out free tickets and discounts to customers who purchased tickets from 1999 to 2013. Here is how you can claim the compensation.
E-Cigarettes Act As 'Roadblock' To Prevent Youth From Cigarette Smoking: Report
Whether vaping can eventually lead to cigarette smoking among the youth has long been a topic of discussion. How do young adults and teens really perceive vaping?
Can Eating Tree Nuts Help Cut Risks Of Prostate Cancer Death?
Prostate cancer is one of the major causes of cancer death among males in the United States. Now, new research suggests that eating tree nuts can help patients avoid dying from prostate cancer.
Van Gogh Drawings In Newly Discovered Sketchbook To Be Published Soon
Art experts recently discovered a previously hidden sketchbook used by Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh. A French publisher says the sketchbook will be released in November this year.
Here's Why You Should Not Buy A Blue Tang Fish Like Dory
With the success of the film 'Finding Nemo' came the threat to global species of orange clownfish. Experts are concerned that the same thing could happen for blue tang fish, the star of the franchise's sequel.
Philadelphia Now First Major US City With Soda Tax: Beverage Industry Vows To Fight New Regulation
Supporters of the soda tax claim victory in Philadelphia as the city becomes the first major city to approve the regulation. However, critics say the soda tax is 'unconstitutional.'
Viking Gold Discovery In Denmark: Amateur Archaeologists Find Largest Trove Of Treasure Ever
A trio of amateur archaelogists uncovered the largest treasure trove of Viking gold ever found in Denmark. The treasure will be displayed at a local museum.
Impressive Impressions: 8th Grader Impersonates Presidentiables In Hilarious Graduation Speech
An eighth grader from Illinois decided to do his graduation speech in the style of some of the 2016 presidential candidates, including President Barack Obama. Quite frankly, it's been fantastic.
How To Remember Better: Working Out Four Hours After Studying May Help You Improve Your Memory
Do you have trouble remembering information, especially new ones? New research suggests that to improve one’s rusty memory, you may want to hit the gym four hours after learning or studying.
Mismanagement Of Relief Funds? Red Cross Scrutinized For Allegedly Using 25 Percent Of Haiti Donations On Own Expenses
The American Red Cross spent 25 percent of the 2010 Haiti earthquake donations for internal expenses, a new Senate report found. The amount is far higher than what the charity originally disclosed.
Lin-Manuel Miranda Leaving 'Hamilton': Broadway Musical Will Be Filmed With The Original Cast Before Miranda Exits
Lin-Manuel Miranda will leave the Broadway production of "Hamilton" on July 9. What's next for the genius lyricist and composer?
Some Exoplanets May Be Small: Atmospheric Clouds Hide True Size Of Exoplanets
A new research has suggested that exoplanets may be routinely overestimated and that some are actually smaller than what scientists pegged them to be. Clouds and haze are to blame.
Earth's 'Quasi' Moon: Small Asteroid Orbits Earth For Half A Century
Considered as Earth's 'quasi-moon,' a small asteroid has been circling around our planet for half a century now. The asteroid's qualities make it an interesting object for study.
Obama, Dalai Lama Meet At White House: Will It Damage Bilateral Ties With China?
On June 15, President Barack Obama met the Dalai Lama in a private meeting at the White House, despite a warning from China. A Chinese spokesperson warned the meeting could 'damage bilateral ties' between the two countries.
Millennials' Best City: Philadelphia Ranks Best Place For Millennials To Work And Live
Move over, New York City: a new survey revealed that the best place fit for millennials to work and live is actually Philadelphia. Read on to find out why.
Effects Of Antiobiotics On Your Baby's Microbiome: How Antibiotic Treatment Changes Your Baby's Gut Microbiome
Many scientists are concerned about the effects of C-section and antibiotic treatments to the gut microbiome of newborn infants. Now, two new studies reveal how both could affect your baby.
New Compression Collar May Help Save Athletes Lives: How Specifically Designed Compression Collar Can Help Prevent Brain Injuries
A new compression collar designed specifically to protect athletes from head-to-head collision has been found to be effective in reducing devastating impact. The wearable collar is a 'game-changer' in helping athletes.
Siri Doesn't Understand You? New Sensor With Laser Might Improve Voice Recognition Software
There are times when even Siri or Cortana can't understand what we need. Now, a new sensor that may soon be integrated into headsets and helmets may help improve speech recognition software.
Big Microchip Advance? Researchers Boost Light Intensity Using Sound On Silicon Chip
Yale University scientists have developed a new method of amplifying light using sound on a silicon chip. Here is how it's done.
National Aquarium Plans To Move Retired Dolphins To Seaside Sanctuary
Eight of the captive dolphins at the National Aquarium in Maryland will retire and soon be moved into their new home. The move comes after years of research and public protest from animal rights activists.
Bramble Cay Melomys Is Extinct Due To Climate Change: Report
The effects of man-made climate change may have driven the extinction of a rodent species in Australia, a new report revealed. What happened?
After A Dam Was Dismantled, Herring Spawn In Hudson River Tributary For The First Time
After an abandoned dam was removed, swarms of herring swam into the waters of a Hudson River tributary for the first time in years. Ecologists hope other obstructions in the estuary will be removed as soon as possible.
