Articles by Dianne Depra
New Fossil Discovery Point To Early Animals As Cause For First Mass Extinction On Earth
Fossils discovered in the Zaris site in Namibia offered 'snapshots' of the transition that led to the End-Ediacaran extinction. According to researchers, this was brought about by early animals starting to take their place in the world.
Australia’s Tectonic Activity Pushing It North, Highlighting Need For New GPS Coordinates
Australia needs to update its GPS coordinates. The country (that is also a continent) has moved north and slightly east in the last 22 years and the new GPS coordinates will reflect its new position.
‘Stardew Valley’ Now Available On Mac And Linux
'Stardew Valley' is now available on Mac and Linux. It may have taken a few months after the game’s original release but now more will be able to enjoy the hit farming simulator.
BioWare Is Shutting Down Its Forums In August
'Mass Effect' and 'Dragon Age' will be losing their official forums as BioWare shuts down its public boards. For updates, fans can check out the developer's social media accounts.
'Heroes Of The Storm' To Add Auriel From 'Diablo III' By Aug. 8
Archangel Auriel from 'Diablo III' is the latest of Blizzard Entertainment's characters to join 'Heroes of the Storm.' As a Support character, she will be doling out both damage and healing.
‘Overwatch’ Map Glitch Lets Players Explore Nepal's Next Level
There’s a glitch in 'Overwatch’s' Nepal map and it’s allowing players to get to the area’s next level through unconventional means. Deft maneuvering skills, however, are required.
Final Boss Fight Comes First In JRPG ‘The Longest Five Minutes’
NIS America's 'The Longest Five Minutes' starts where other video games end: the boss fight. The game puts players in the mind of the hero struggling to piece together his memories while taking down the big bad boss.
There’s A Doom Board Game And It Lets You Play As The Demons
DOOM: The Board Game is coming soon! A redesigned gaming experience for the tabletop, the assymetrical board game lets players take control of demons and wipe out marines.
Goody Bag In A Box: Check Out What's Inside The BlizzCon 2016 Giveaway
BlizzCon 2016 will see its Goody Bag change in form. Now called Goody Bag in a Box, the event's giveaway still boasts some snazzy collectibles for Blizzard fans.
Ultra Balls And Lucky Eggs: Here’s What Hitting The ‘Pokémon GO’ Level Cap Will Get You
There’s a lot more 'Pokémon GO' has in store for the future but for now players are getting a look at what hitting the level cap will get them: Ultra Balls, Lucky Eggs and more.
PlayStation Store Summer Sale: Up To 60 Percent Off On PS4, PS3 And PS Vita Titles
The PlayStation Store Summer Sale is here! Until Aug. 24, enjoy up to 60 percent in discounts for PS4, PS3 and PS Vita titles across genres.
Dolly Was An Exception: Study Shows Cloned Animals Can Live Long, Healthy Lives
Several cloned animals have been born, following in the footsteps of Dolly. However, unlike the famous sheep, others have shown that cloned animals can also live long, healthy lives.
Opioid Overdose Antidote Naloxone Saving Lives But Critics Say Not Without Consequences
Naloxone saves lives by reversing opioid overdoses. Critics, however, are unconvinced it’s doing any good, seeing the drug as actually paving the way for worse addictions.
Milky Way Halo Spinning At Dizzying Speed According To Astronomers
Astronomers have discovered that the Milky Way’s halo is spinning and at dizzying speeds! The discovery will guide future research about the beginnings of the galaxy and its future.
CDC Updates Zika Guidance, Says Any Kind Of Sexual Contact Spreads The Virus
The CDC has released an update on its Zika guidance, warning that any kind of sexual contact can spread the virus. In the U.S., 15 cases of sexually transmitted Zika infections have been reported.
Yahoo Ordered By Court To Explain How It Recovered Deleted Emails For A Drug Case
Drug traffickers deleted emails to hide their activities, but Yahoo was able to recover drafts from the email account. Now, a judge has ordered the company to explain how to rule out conspiracy theories.
‘Pokémon GO’ Alternatives: ‘SpecTrek,’ ‘Warp Runner’ And Other AR Games To Try Out
'Pokémon GO' is everywhere. If you’re over all the hype or simply don’t understand the attraction in the first place, here are other augmented reality games you can try out.
New Sunscreen Compound Offers Cellular-Level Protection Against UVA Rays
Researchers have uncovered a new compound that can improve how sunscreens protect against UVA rays. Thanks to their discovery, cellular damage caused by UVA exposure can be reduced, if not completely eradicated.
Anti-Cancer Antibodies Show Promise Countering Arterial Hardening
Heart health is compromised when atherosclerosis, or arterial hardening, is present. Researchers, however, have found that anti-cancer antibodies may be used to control plaque buildup.
Girl Power: Older Bonobo Females Aid Younger Females Against Bullying
Researchers have found that female bonobos band together not only to form bonds with each other but to protect each other as well against males. Older females in particular look out for their younger counterparts.
Ubisoft To Bring Uno To The PS4, Xbox One And PC In August
'UNO' is back! This time, Ubisoft is re-releasing the beloved game for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC to be enjoyed by players of all ages.
New 'Overwatch' Hero Ana Amari Goes Live Alongside Game's PC Update
Ana Amari is now playable on PC. The newest hero to join 'Overwatch,' she arrived alongside a patch for the game’s PC version.
Here’s How The Body Disposes Red Blood Cells, Recycles Iron
How does the body get rid of old red blood cells? Researchers have uncovered how and discovered that the actual means goes against what was previously believed.
Hummingbirds Avoid High-Speed Collisions Thanks To Their Eyes
Hummingbirds are characterized by how fast they fly. According to researchers, the reason the birds are able to avoid high-speed collisions with objects around them lies in their eyes.
‘Pokémon GO’ Player Makes Charging Pokédex Smartphone Case, Addresses Battery Drain In Game
Never run out of juice while playing 'Pokémon GO' with a Battery Pack Pokédex! If you’re going to be the best like no one ever was, it can't hurt to look the part, right?
The Console That Could Have Been: A Look Inside The Nintendo PlayStation
Back in the day, Nintendo and Sony decided to work together. Plans didn’t pan out but the resulting prototypes for the Nintendo PlayStation exist, one of which received a tear-down for a closer look inside.
‘Pokémon GO’ Hack: Find Rare Pokémon With ‘Ingress’
Looking for rare Pokémon in 'Pokémon GO?' According to a Reddit user, and confirmed by others, you can use 'Ingress,' Niantic’s other augmented reality mobile game, to give you a hand.
Happy Cows Produce More Nutritious Milk
Milk is a great source of nutrients. For more nutritious milk, however, researchers have found that cows with high levels of the happy hormone serotonin are the best producers.
'Pokémon GO' SDCC Panel Rescheduled, Upgraded To Hall H
Being the craze that it is, 'Pokémon GO' prompted a change in its SDCC panel schedule and venue. A big hit, after all, deserves the event's biggest stage.
Get 5,000 Credits Free In ‘Star Wars Battlefront’ Just By Logging In This Weekend
A lot’s in store for 'Star Wars Battlefront' players in the coming days and weeks. For this weekend, players are getting 5,000 credits just by logging into the game.
