Articles by Katrina Pascual
For Stephen Hawking, Trump’s Climate Stance Could Push Earth Over The Brink
Stephen Hawking has warned that Donald Trump’s decision to pull out of the landmark Paris climate change agreement could result in irreversible climate change. Learn more from the scientist's exclusive interview with BBC.
NASA Rocket Forms Dazzling Red And Blue-Green Clouds In The Sky
After several delays, the mid-Atlantic coast’s early morning sky was filled with luminescent artificial clouds Thursday, June 29, as a NASA sounding rocket launched. Learn more about the dazzling display and what the experiment is for.
Placenta Pills Blamed For Oregon Baby’s Dangerous Infection
Placenta consumption is believed to aid in a new mother’s recovery and help prevent postpartum depression through its nutrients. But it's now blamed for strep infection in a newborn in Oregon.
Investors Had No Problem Trusting ‘Pharma Bro’ Martin Shkreli, Trial Shows
In the ongoing Martin Shkreli trial over securities fraud, a pharma executive's daughter has testified that she felt 'betrayed' by Shkreli over difficulties getting her investment back. Learn more about the case against 'Pharma Bro.'
Biologists Probe 'Unprecedented' Loss, Mysterious Death Of Endangered Right Whales
Six dead right whales appeared in the waters of Canada. No reason for the deaths or any apparent clue has been provided, and biologists deemed them a huge loss for the endangered species.
Asteroid Day: How Scientists Are Preparing For The Next Big Impact
On Asteroid Day, scientists draw attention to possibilities of near-Earth objects (NEO) striking home. When is the next big asteroid impact likely to take place, and what's the magnitude of damage to be expected?
Boaty McBoatface Returns From Inaugural Mission In The Deep Ocean
The controversial submarine Boaty McBoatface has returned from its maiden voyage in the deep ocean. It comes back packed with 'unprecedented data' on one of Earth's deepest ocean regions to help scientists understand climate change better.
Kenya Becomes First African Nation To Test Generic HIV/AIDS Drug
Kenya is the first African country to get a generic version of dolutegravir, the current first-line drug for people living with HIV. Experts also highlight the continuing importance of antiretroviral therapy in tackling HIV/AIDS.
Scientists Confirm Existence Of Orbiting Supermassive Black Holes
Using radio telescopes, scientists have seen what appeared to be one of two supermassive black holes orbiting around the other in radio galaxy 0402+379. Read more about this fascinating discovery in the exploration of the universe.
SpaceX Shoots For Third Falcon 9 Launch In Barely 2 Weeks
Blasting off from the Kennedy Space Center of NASA in Florida this Sunday, July 2, the third Falcon 9 rocket mission will carry an Intelsat communications satellite to space. Here are the details on this SpaceX launch.
Planet 9 Out, Planet 10 In? What We Know About The Planet Potentially Hiding At Solar System’s Edge
New observations offer evidence that a Planet 10 may be hiding closer to home based on its effects on Kuiper Belt objects. How does this affect the search for Planet 9 and other worlds in the outer solar system?
2 Million Free Eclipse Glasses To Be Distributed To US Skywatchers
Public libraries will be distributing more than 2 million pairs of free eclipse glasses for the Great American Eclipse that will sweep over the nation on Aug. 21. Get the details on this initiative and how to get solar viewing glasses for yourself.
80-Year-Old Woman Gets Attacked By Rabid Bobcat, Needed Up To 60 Body Stitches
80-year-old Elsie Dabrowski from Sunapee, New Hampshire, has suffered bobcat mauling in her own garden. Know what to do and how to stay safe from animal attacks, particularly with rabid ones.
Here's Why Coconut Oil Does Not Deserve A Bad Rap
Should you throw out your bottle of coconut oil, and do saturated fats really lead to heart disease? Some studies favor coconut oil and deviate from recent recommendations from the AHA.
Russia Conducts Unusually Secret Soyuz Rocket Launch: What Is It For?
The Soyuz 2-1v rocket of Russia has launched from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome in northwest Russia, but with no official details on its payload. It's more likely a geodetic satellite, according to reports.
'Too Big To Fail': Great Barrier Reef Worth $42 Billion, Economists Say
The Great Barrier Reef is valued at a huge AU $56 billion (or US $42 billion). Read more findings from the report from Deloitte Access Economics about Great Barrier Reef and Australian economy links.
ESA Pushes For Satellite-Based 5G Internet, Inks Deal With 16 Space Companies To Make It A Reality
The European Space Agency (ESA) champions satellite-based 5G internet and has signed a deal with European space companies to make it happen. Find out the potential gains and challenges with this technology for internet connectivity.
Moms, Breastfeeding Could Slash Your Risk Of Heart Attack And Stroke
A new study showed that breastfeeding may reduce a mother’s risk of suffering a heart attack and stroke later in life. Learn how the practice could positively impact a mom's cardiovascular health.
Astronomer Jerry Nelson, Builder Of Advanced Telescopes, Dies At 73
Astronomer Jerry Nelson's design has changed telescopes forever, as seen in the James Webb Space Telescope being constructed at present. Nelson has died at age 73 after a long fruitful career.
India’s Mars Orbiter Completes 1,000 Earth Days In Orbit
India’s Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM) has just completed 1,000 Earth days in orbit, with signs of continuing good health. ISRO has also started work with NASA on their joint mission called the NISAR satellite.
Stephen Hawking Issues Call To Leave Planet Earth And Head To The Stars
At an arts and science festival, Stephen Hawking has issued a dire warning for humans: it's time to leave Earth and explore other worlds. The cofounder of Breakthrough Starshot calls for interstellar travel to preserve the species.
Earth Or Neptune Size? Kepler Telescope Data Divide Planets Into 2 Distinct Buckets
The Kepler space telescope has just revealed 10 new Earth-like planets. But apart from hunting for worlds that potentially harbor alien life, the mission is instrumental in the two distinct planet classifications.
Elon Musk: Mars Colony Plan Critical In The Face Of The Apocalypse
Elon Musk's Mars colony is seen as the direction of humanity, given the possibility of the apocalype and the uncertainty of humans' future survival as a species. Learn about Mars as the focal point of humanity's doomsday preparations.
Scorching Earth: Killer Heat Waves Are Occurring More Frequently, Study Shows
Deadly heat waves, while already killing people around the world, are set to become worse in the face of climate change. The findings of a new study paints a grim picture of fatalities from extreme heat.
Every Day, 19 Kids In The United States Are Killed Or Injured In Shootings
Shootings in the United States are responsible for at least 19 deaths or injuries among children, a new report has warned. The study underscores the urgency of tackling gun violence today, as well as preventing child deaths from shootings.
Peanut Worm, Faceless Fish, And More: Strange Sea Creatures Surprise Australian Scientists
A team from Museums Victoria in Australia has just come back from its month-long deep sea expedition. Its surprise to the public: a range of strange underwater creatures that include the peanut worm, blob fish, and many more.
Amazon Buys Whole Foods: Here’s How The Deal Will Likely Affect Other Food Players
Amazon will probably spark major changes in the food industry with its recent acquisition of Whole Foods for $13.7 billion. Learn how U.S. supermarkets and food delivery sites could transform given this new development in the industry.
Orbital ATK Test-Fires Rocket Motor For NASA’s Orion Spacecraft
Orbital ATK has test-fired a rocket motor that's part of the Orion spacecraft's Launch Abort System. This will hurl the crew capsule back to safety once something goes wrong with the primary rocket.
How Quantum Mechanics Is Chinese Scientists’ Answer To Cybersecurity Attacks
A team of Chinese scientists has successfully beat the record for quantum entanglement. But what are the applications of quantum mechanics in addressing cybersecurity attacks as well as information sharing systems?
Just 3 Genetic Mutations Could Make Bird Flu Strain Fuel Another Human Pandemic: Study
A few genetic tweaks to the H7N9 bird flu virus can pave the way for another human pandemic, researchers have warned. Learn more about these genetic tweaks to a property of the bird flu virus and how likely human transmission is.
