Articles by Milafel Dacanay
Sperm Whales Have The Largest Forehead In The Animal Kingdom With Perfect Architecture For Aggressive Ramming
A new study hypothesized that sperm whales may be capable of ramming, making 'Moby-Dick' less fictitious. However, is their unique head truly designed for ramming?
NASA Sea Level Change Website Offers Everything You Need To Know About Climate Change
What can possibly cause sea level rise in your area? NASA aims to answer that by launching a website dedicated to providing accurate sea level changes.
Eating Walnuts Could Delay Age-Related Health Problems: Study
Walnuts are good for the body, but can they make you fat? A new study initially showed you can enjoy the healthy benefits of walnuts without causing significant weight gain.
Imitating Movements Could Help Alzheimer's Patients Relearn Perform Actions
Patients with Alzheimer’s disease face a tough road ahead as their cognition becomes impaired. A study, however, showed that mimicking actions, particularly human’s, may help them cope with everyday challenges.
New Study Links Asthma To Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, Excess Weight
Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) and obesity may be more complex than we thought. A new study has revealed that these two may be related to an increased asthma risk.
Attention, Men! That Sunscreen You're Using May Disrupt Sperm Cell Function
Thinking of buying some sunscreen? Men should be careful as some ingredients used to filter UV rays may alter sperm cell function.
Chronic Wasting Disease Among Deer Reported In Several States: What You Should Know
The usually fatal neurological condition called chronic wasting disease continues to plague the deer population in different states. Learn more about it including how to reduce its spread.
This Mysterious Sea Creature Is Not An Alien, Just A Scary-Looking Albino Swell Shark
What was initially believed as an 'alien creature' turned out to be a very rare type of swell shark. In fact, it was an albino.
Scientists Measure Size Of Raindrops: Here's Why The Size Of Droplets Matter
A satellite that can measure Earth’s precipitation tells us why raindrop size matters. It can greatly influence weather forecasting, strength of winds and power of storms.
Marijuana Legalization: Pot Activists Smoke In Front Of The White House
Pot activists decided to celebrate National Weed Day early. Armed with a 51-foot inflatable joint and vapers, they went to the White House to call on marijuana legalization on April 2.
Einstein Predicted Gravitational Waves, Scientists Today Hunt For Them: What They Are And Why You Should Care
If you think gravitational waves have already been resolved, you’re dead wrong. From underground telescopes to another detector in India, the hunt is still on for more of them.
Statins Effective In Lowering Risk Of Heart Attack, Stroke In Combination With Blood Pressure Medication
A huge global study has some good news for people with hypertension and moderate risk of heart disease. A combination of a cholesterol fighter and drug combination may significantly reduce the long-term risk of stroke or heart attack.
No Need For Superheroes? Turn Vegan And You Might Help Save The World
A vegan diet does more than keep the body healthy. It not only reduces mortality but also improves global sustainability including reducing carbon emissions, said a new study.
Scientists Try To Recreate Bath Scum On Saturn's Moon Titan: Here's What Happened
What is the bath scum found on Saturn’s moon Titan? It is an entirely new crystalline material made of benzene and ethane, a new study said.
BlackBerry Misses Analysts' Estimates: Handset Business Approaching Flatline?
The latest financial report of Blackberry showed how its revenues hardly reached analyst estimates and that Priv might not have helped either. Is this the end of its handset business?
Engineers Develop Paperlike Battery Electrode Using Combo Of Graphene And Silicon
A group of researchers are planning to make batteries perform even better. With a combo of graphene and silicon, they’ve made a paperlike battery electrode.
After Beating Humans At Game Of Go, What Are The Chances AlphaGo Can Outsmart Us In Poker?
After beating humans in Go, Google DeepMind’s AlphaGo is gearing for another game, this time in the casino. It is learning how to play poker.
Trader Joe's Is Not Closing: Hello, April Fool's Day
An April’s Fool’s Day prank about Trader Joe’s sets the Internet on fire. Despite the joke, many actually believed it! But why?
Public Private Consortium Pours $317 Million For Advanced Functional Fibers of America: What The Project Is About
A public-private consortium will receive $317 million deal for a very promising project. It will develop a range of advanced functional fabrics that can change many things from fashion to national security.
New Study Links Type 1 Diabetes To Higher Epilepsy Risk
Type 1 diabetes is a serious condition that can have equally serious neurological effect. A new study has associated the autoimmune disease with an increased epilepsy risk.
Experimental Eczema Drug Dupilumab By Regeneron, Sanofi Effective In Late-Stage Trials
The late-stage trials for the eczema drug dupilumab have been a huge success. Now the makers are working fast to get it into the market as soon as possible.
This Fridge-Mountable Laser Will Not Zap Illness-Causing Bacteria But It Can Still Save You From Food Poisoning
How do you avoid food poisoning? Korean researchers introduced the concept of a fridge-mountable laser that can detect presence of illness-causing bacteria like E. coli.
Nisqually Tribe In Washington State Helps 53 Stranded Iditarod Dogs
It’s kindness no one expects. The Nisqually tribe provided food and shelter for 53 Iditarod dogs and their mushers, who were stranded in Washington state on their way to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport for their flight back to Norway.
Mexico City To Implement One Day A Week, One Saturday A Month Car Ban Starting April 5
How bad is air pollution in Mexico City? Cars are now banned to use the road once a week and for one Saturday a month starting April 5.
High Risk Of Severe Water Shortage In Parts Of Asia By 2050, New Study Predicts
A new study has suggested that some parts of Asia may experience severe water shortage by 2050. Interestingly, it may not all be because of climate change.
IBM's Latest Supercomputer Inspired By The Human Brain: How Powerful Is It?
IBM and a federal research facility in California have partnered for a project that can change the way we define a supercomputer. The computer will feature a platform that works like the human brain.
Fossil From 305 Million Years Ago Gives Scientists A Glimpse Of The Earliest Possible Known Spider
When did the spider begin to make silk and build a web? A fossil of what could be the earliest possible known spider might answer the question.
This Australian Woman Can Remember Every Detail Of Her Life: What Is Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory?
Some people are not good at forgetting. In fact, they have a condition called Highly Superior Autobiographical Memory, which means they remember every thing that happend in their lives.
US Legislators Call For Lower Price Of Prostate Cancer Drugs
For the U.S. Congress, no drug can be sold for an incredible price. In a letter addressed to health agencies, it sets its eyes on Xtandi, a drug for advanced prostate cancer that is worth more than $129,000.
Campbell Soup Cans Will Be BPA-Free By Mid-2017
There is something new in a Campbell soup can, and it is not a new flavor. The company has decided to shift to BPA-free cans by 2017.
