Articles by Louise Chan
What Humans Can Learn From 183-Year-Old Jonathan The Tortoise's New Rejuvenating Diet
An aging and nutrition deficient tortoise gets a new lease on life after being given a nutritious high-calorie diet since 2014. Check out how humans can use a similar strategy to regain their health even in old age.
CES 2016 Keynote: YouTube Red Aimed At Younger Audiences Who Prefer Watching Viral Content
Robert Kyncl claimed that YouTube's paid subsciption is targeted towards younger audiences who want to create their own content and be the next Internet sensation. Find out why he thinks YouTube Red will gain traction with the younger crowd.
Here's What You Can Buy If You Won The $800 Million Powerball Jackpot
Winning the highest ever jackpot for the Powerball lottery is in everyone's prayers right now. Check out some of the things you can buy and do with the earnings if you become the lucky ticket holder.
Kylo Ren Is Part Of The Resistance And Rey Is Obi-Wan's Granddaughter: The 'Star Wars' Fan Theories Keep Coming!
The 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' excitement has yet to dwindle and fan theories about the characters keep on popping up everywhere. Check out some of what could be the most plausible theories that created buzz.
How These Doctors Used Google Cardboard To Save A Baby's Life
The $20 virtual reality toy from Google saved a baby deemed inoperable by giving her surgeon complete access to her heart through photos. Check out the story of Teegan Lexcen's one-of-a-kind surgery.
Work Out To Get Fit And Create Clean Energy: MIT Figured Out How To Harness Movement For Electricity
Researchers from the MIT found a way to create clean energy by transforming body movement to electricity. Check out the practical uses of the technology and its benefits for both companies and consumers.
Helmet Man: The Industrial Designer Who Made The Original Stormtrooper Helmets In 'Star Wars' Was Sued By LucasFilm - And Won
LucasFilm sued the props maker who made the original Stormtrooper prototypes for selling replicas but lost the final battle. Learn the story of Andrew Ainsworth, the man who bested the force in British courts.
Netflix Now Streaming Almost Over The Entire Globe - But Not In China
Reed Hastings announced at the CES 2016 that Netflix is now available everywhere, save for a few countries. Find out why China is still out of bounds for the streaming service.
MTV Brings 'Shannara Chronicles' To Life: New Fantasy Series Is No 'Game Of Thrones'
Terry Brooks' post-apocalyptic fantasy series has finally come to the small screen with MTV's new adaptation. Find out what 'Shannara Chronicles' is all about and why you may want to give it a shot.
Media Molecule Kicks-Off Year-Long 10th Anniversary Celebration With Interactive 'Time Machine'
UK-based game developer Media Molecule is celebrating its 10th birthday with an interactive time machine. Find out what else the studio is including in the celebration.
Mark Zuckerberg Says Get Off Facebook And Go Run
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg challenged everyone to run 365 miles this year. Learn what makes the challenge highly doable and why it won't decrease the time you spend on Facebook.
Flying Soon? Here Are The World's Safest And Least Safe Airlines
Ease your worries over unsafe flights and get on the safest commercial carriers to your dream destination. Check out the best and worst airlines for 2016, evaluated in terms of safety.
How To Choose The Best - Or Worst - Faction In 'Fallout 4'
'Fallout 4' presents players with the chance to determine who else gets to survive with them by choosing a faction to side with. Get to know the four factions and decide for yourself what kind of ending you want to see.
FAA Drone Registration Rules Challenged In Federal Court
The FAA's new rule requiring operators of unmanned aircraft systems to register their model aircrafts continues to receive protests. The latest case took FAA to court as an enthusiast alleged that the aviation authority is in violation of its own rules.
The Periodic Table Has Four New Additions: Get To Know The New Elements On The Seventh Row
The Periodic Table of elements is now complete after IUPAC verified the findings of research teams that discovered elements 113, 115, 117 and 118. Learn more about the Unun-nymous new elements.
Going Solar: Google Rolls Out Online Service To Help You Weigh Pros And Cons
Google has expanded its 'Project Sunroof' to help homeowners determine if going solar is worth it. Check out what are the Pros and Cons of using the online tool could be.
Taiwanese Students Write Code To Control Drone Using Wearable Device
The 'Internet of Things' is very much alive with Mark Ven and PVD+'s algorithm which allowed them to turn wearable devices into remote controls. Check out how the wearables control drones, toys and lights using only hand gestures.
CES In A Las Vegas-Sized Nutshell: Our Guide To The Word's Biggest Tech Show
CES is the biggest global annual consumer technology trade show. Here's a quick guide you can check out if you plan to attend CES 2016 or just want to know more about it.
Life On Earth Wouldn’t Be The Same If It Wasn't For Our Friendly Neighborhood Giant Jupiter
Astronomers are showing just how big an influence Jupiter is on the formation and continued existence of the solar system, especially of Earth. Check out some of the research and simulations that have been done recently.
'Sherlock' To Go Head-To-Head Against 'Star Wars' In China: Can The Victorian Sleuth Topple The Force Of The Box Office?
China is pitting the New Year special of BBC's 'Sherlock' against 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens.' Find out what makes the battle between a televsion series and an epic film saga possible in China.
Should Sperm Banks Be Allowed To Turn Away Donors To Make 'Better Babies'?
Human genetic studies have paved the way for unwanted hereditary disorders to be suppressed or removed, but sperm banks have taken it to another level. Learn why it's better to limit the influence sperm banks have over donors and prospective parents.
A Brief History Of The New Year's Celebration
Let's all look to the past before greeting 2016. Learn how Jan. 1 came to be known as the New Year and why most of the world celebrates on this specific day.
Remembering Science Fiction Writer George Clayton Johnson
George Clayton Johnson wrote some of the most memorable science fiction stories to grace the small screen. Check out some of his works and pay homage to the man who may have passed away but whose stories will live on.
The Uncanny Valley: Why Are Humanoid Robots So Creepy?
The Nanyang Technological University unveiled a social robot closely resembling an actual human on Monday and some are just creeped out by the innovation. Find out why experts are concerned about Nadine's development.
'Star Wars' Poised To Overtake 'Avatar' As Top Box Office Earner But Is The Force Enough To Save Disney Stocks?
'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' may be Disney's glorious way of closing 2016 but even its box office earnings isn't enough to pull up Disney's stock price. Find out why The Force is not enough to help Disney out of its stock price predicament.
The Ultimate Guide To SyFy's New Year 'Twilight Zone' Marathon
'Unlock the door with the key of imagination' and cross over to another dimension on the days leading to and following New Year's Day. Check out what's in store for you in Syfy's annual 'The Twilight Zone' marathon from Dec. 30 to Jan. 3.
Samsung Joins Fitness Tracker Market With New Bio-Processor For Wearables But Can It Measure Up To Competition?
Samsung is mass producing its newly developed versatile Bio-Processor for its health and fitness trackers but is it worth the wait? Check out what the new Bio-Processor can do for wearable devices.
Prevent And Treat A Post-Party Hangover With These Apps And Time-Tested Tips
Prevent yourself from suffering from a major hangover after a night of partying on New year's Eve. Check out some tips and technology-aided ways to keep you from suffering from the dreaded post alcohol binge experience.
Have The Best New Year's Celebration By Staying Safe And Planning Ahead
Have a safe and fun New Year's Eve party by securing your home from avoidable mishaps. Check out these tips to avoid accidental fires or drunk-driving whether as a host or a party guest.
How To Use Your New Fitbit To Keep Your New Year's Resolution To Stay Fit
Be determined to reach your fitness goal with that nifty new Fitness tracker you just bought. Check out some ways to customize your Fitbit to give you more accurate results.
