Articles by Dianne Depra
NASA To Launch Rockets For Magnetospheric Multiscale Mission: How To Watch
Interested in what’s happening in the Earth’s magnetosphere? Watch NASA’s Magnetospheric Multiscale mission launch and see four stacked observatories fly into the sky to gather data on magnetic collisions.
Old But Mentally Fit? Regular Training, Healthy Diet Key To Win Against Dementia
Dementia risk grows with age but older adults need not succumb to cognitive decline, according to a study. What will it take? Healthy eating and regular exercise, at least.
Breaking Bad Creator To Fans: Please Stop Throwing Pizza On Walter White's House
Vince Gilligan loves Breaking Bad fans but not when they’re throwing pizzas on an old lady’s roof reenacting that memorable scene with Walter White.
Nick Gordon During Dr. Phil Interview: 'My Pain Is Horrible, My Heart Hurts' [Video]
Nick Gordon breaks down over what has happened to Bobbi Kristina Brown. The exclusive interview with Dr. Phil McGraw soon turns into an intervention.
Do You Believe In Homeopathy? New Report Says It Doesn't Work
Like all-natural tinctures, ointments, tablets and creams? According to an Australian report, homeopathy is no better than placebo when it comes to improving a health condition.
Study Shows Marriages More Prone To Divorce When Wife Is Afflicted With Serious Illness
Researchers have found that married relationships where the wife gets sick are likelier to end in divorce. So much for in sickness and in health, right?
Teen Cancer Patient Forced Into Chemotherapy By Court Now In Remission
All’s well that ends well? After a bitter battle with Connecticut’s DCF over mandatory chemo, teen Hodgkin’s lymphoma patient goes into remission.
Disney Taps Tim Burton For Live-Action 'Dumbo' Movie
Tim Burton is back, working again with Disney. The studio has tapped the director to take the lead for a live-action remake of the beloved classic 'Dumbo.'
Cockroaches Can Be Adventurous Or Shy: How Individual Personalities Shape Group Behavior And Survival
Researchers have found that not only do cockroaches have personalities but that individual traits influence how they respond to each other and react to their environment as well.
Utah State Senate Bill Reinstates Death By Firing Squad
Utah may go back to executing death row inmates by firing squad if Gov. Gary Herbert signs a bill passed by the state's Senate.
H5N2 Bird Flu Confirmed In Two Missouri Turkey Facilities: Should You Worry?
Two cases of H5N2 have been confirmed in Missouri, prompting the state’s Department of Agriculture to launch a thorough inspection of properties harboring birds around the affected turkey-growing facilities
600-Pound Mako Shark Caught By Fisherman Off Florida Coast
When you go shark fishing, you expect to catch a shark. But maybe not a 600-pound mako, as some men did off Panama City Beach.
South Carolina Aquarium Rescues Very Large Leatherback Turtle
SC Aquarium tends to a leatherback after the 500-pound turtle was rescued by a five-man team from the state’s Department of Natural Resources.
Hepatitis C Medication Drives Drug Spending Up To Decade High
According to a drug trend report, hepatitis C medications account for a spike in prescription drug spending not seen in over 10 years despite representing just a percent of purchases.
Interaction Between Humans And Catalina Foxes Often Fatal For Foxes
The good news is, Catalina Island foxes now have a thriving population. The bad news is, they're at the losing end of interacting with humans.
Losing As Little As 30 Minutes Of Sleep Daily Can Lead To Obesity
Want to stay in shape? Get enough sleep. Researchers have discovered that losing out on as little as 30 minutes a day of shut-eye increases risks of obesity.
Sea World San Antonio Temporarily Stops Live Shows To Save Sea Lions In California
Sea World San Antonio shows it cares by canceling some shows temporarily as the park lends a hand to aid sea lion pups in California.
Neil DeGrasse Tyson Thinks Mars One Mission Will Fail To Get Financial Backing
Famed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson aired out a few concerns about Mars One, pointing out the potential pitfalls the project may encounter in sourcing for funding.
Pregnant Mother And Daughter Give Birth Within An Hour Of Each Other
There’s nothing like spending time with your mother to build a bond. For a mother and daughter in Florida, giving birth on the same day within the same hour as each other was the ultimate bonding experience.
Researchers Find Possible Link Between Food Safety And Climate Change
Climate change undoubtedly affects the world’s food supply. Researchers, however, have discovered a new concern brought about by the changing climate: food safety.
Europe Promises To Cut Emissions by 40% Within 15 years
EU member-nations have agreed on a target, formally sending in their pledge ahead of climate talks in Paris and urging others to do the same.
Having A Goal In Life May Help Extend Lifespan
Having a goal gives you direction, giving you something to live for. Researchers have found that more than just promoting psychological well-being, this also protects your heart, allowing you to live longer.
Annual China Legislative Meeting Focused On Environmental Problems
China has a pollution problem and officials have finally put their foot down, pledging to strictly enforce environment protection in the country. New environmental laws went into effect January.
Doctors Complete Difficult Six-Way Kidney Swap In San Francisco
Twelve people experienced a life-changing event as they underwent a six-way kidney swap, the largest in California. Doctors successfully completed the procedure Friday, making history for CPMC.
Technology Based On Moth Eye Could Herald Next Generation Of Solar Cells
Want to make the most out of solar cells? Researchers take inspiration from moth eyes in developing technology that improves sunlight absorption, which in turn improves power output.
China Shutting Down Steel Mill In A Bid To Combat Air Pollution Woes
It's a bad time to be a steel mill today as Chinese officials target production facilities in an effort to uphold environmental laws.
UK Announces Shortlist Of Candidate Locations For Britain's First Spaceport
With locations being whittled down, the UK is a step closer toward building the first spaceport in Britain and realizing its dreams of being the center for commercial spaceflights in Europe.
Female Executive Apologizes To Working Mothers After Giving Birth to Her Own Child
It’s tough being a working mom. Katharine Zaleski didn’t realize just how challenging juggling motherhood and a career could be until she had her daughter.
Last Ebola Patient In Liberia Finally Discharged From Hospital
Liberia’s a step closer to being officially declared Ebola-free as it releases its last patient from the outbreak in a clinic in Monrovia.
Astronomers Find Massive Exoplanet With Four Parent Stars
Exoplanets may be ways away from the solar system but they intrigue researchers just the same. A recent study has found an exoplanet with four parent stars, only the second to be discovered so far.
