Articles by Naia Carlos
Perdue Foods Recalls 31,000 Pounds Of Chicken Over Possible Contamination
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service recalled several of Perdue's chicken products after customer complaints revealed possible contamination. These products were shipped nationwide.
15 Percent Of Sepsis Survivors Die Within A Year Of Leaving The Hospital: Study
Sepsis is a serious disease that could result from any infection. Among nearly 100,000 survivors of critical cases, a new study revealed that 15 percent died in the first 12 months after getting discharged.
World’s Tiniest Surviving Baby ‘Saybie’ Weighed As Much As An Apple At Birth
Baby Saybie was born at just 245 grams, which is roughly the size of an apple, thus, making her the smallest newborn ever to survive. In mid-May, she was finally released from the hospital.
Gut Bacteria Linked To Autism Symptoms, Mice Study Shows
Is it possible for gut microbiome to contribute to ASD symptoms? New research supports the theory, saying that future autism treatments could target the gut with probiotics instead of the brain.
Stress During Pregnancy Linked To Lower Sperm Count In Male Children
It's possible that mothers actually play a significant part in their adult son's fertility problems. New research revealed that women's stressful experiences during early gestation are associated with lower sperm quality and testosterone concentrations in adult male children.
Cat Who Played Church In 'Pet Sematary' Suddenly Dies After Movie's Debut
Remember the scowling cat who stole the scenes in the recent film adaptation of the Stephen King classic? Leo, a Maine Coon crossbreed, suddenly died just after the release of the ominous horror movie.
Black Hole Created In Lab Confirms Stephen Hawking's Prediction
Stephen Hawking says black holes aren't entirely black — and he's probably right, again. With a lab-grown sonic black hole, researchers find evidence of one of the physicist's most famous theory in the laboratory: Hawking radiation.
Earth Cooks Rare Diamonds Out Of Recycled Ocean Floor
Scientists recreated the mysterious conditions deep within the Earth to see how the most precious rocks are formed. It turns out that the planet sucks down the seabed and crushes it to create diamonds.
Is A Megaquake Coming? Scientists Find An Early Warning Sign For Major Earthquakes
Geologists found a telltale signal early in an event that could predict the severity of a magnitude 7 or higher earthquake. Found through GPS data, it could provide people with a few extra moments in the wake of a megaquake.
Cosmonauts Send Birthday Tribute To First Man In Space, Plus Other Highlights Of Their ISS Spacewalk
Russian cosmonauts Oleg Kononenko and Alexey Ovchinin completed a six-hour spacewalk on Wednesday, May 29. Aside from routine maintenance, the pair paid tribute to fellow Russian Alexei Leonov, who was the first human being ever to go on a spacewalk.
1 In 4 Middle-aged Men At Risk Of Osteoporosis: Here Are The Symptoms Of Brittle Bones
A new study showed that more than 25 percent of men aged 35 to 50 years have weakening bones and increasing risk of osteoporosis. Experts recommend weight-lifting exercises to strengthen bone density, such as running.
WHO Stops Classifying Transgender People As Mentally Ill
Transgender people are no longer classified as having a mental health disorder in the updated manual of the World Health Organization. Now, 'gender incongruence' is listed under sexual health in a move that’s hoped to benefit transgender people worldwide.
Monkeys Use New ‘Eagle’ Calls To Warn Each Other Of Flying Drones
West African green monkeys don't have an alarm call for aerial threats. However, when faced with one, these monkeys learned quickly and used eagle alarm calls that are not a part of their everyday language.
Father Of Quarks Murray Gell-Mann Dies At Age 89
Legendary physicist Murray Gell-Mann, known for identifying quarks and developing the eightfold way of classifying subatomic particles, died on May 24. The scientific community mourns his passing.
New Compound That Kills Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria Could Be A Weapon Against Superbugs
Scientists discover a new compound that could be the key to fighting antibiotic resistant superbugs. A cure is crucial as infections from these bacteria are predicted to kill more people than cancer by 2050.
Antibiotics In World's Rivers Exceed Safe Levels By Up To 300 Times
Many of the world's rivers are contaminated by unsafe levels of antibiotics, a major global study revealed. Antibiotic presence in the environment could play a huge role in the increasing resistance of bacteria to drug treatments.
Large Rat Snake Discovered Hiding In Texas Walmart Shopping Cart
A Walmart employee got a huge fright after catching a huge rat snake by the parking lot. Luckily, a snake charmer was in the area and helped get rid of the snake.
This Physical Illusion Tricks You Into Thinking Objects Are Lighter Than They Are
In an impossible experience that you can even try at home, scientists demonstrate how you can not only witness illusions with your eyes, but also feel them. This is the first ever impossible somatosensory experience reported.
Burnout Is Now A Legitimate Medical Condition: WHO
A good chunk of employees feel burnout from work and now, WHO is recognizing it as a real medical condition. Burnout is included in the latest version of the International Classification of Diseases.
This Newly Discovered Fungus Collects Gold From Its Surroundings
Gold digger alert! Scientists have discovered a type of fungi in Australia that draws gold from its surroundings, possibly signaling new deposits that have yet to be unearthed.
Extraterrestrial Organic Matter Discovered In The Mountains Of South Africa
Ancient volcanic rock dated to 3.3 billion years ago contains organic matter originating from outer space, supporting theories that life on Earth sprung from material from elsewhere. What does this mean for our hunt for alien life?
This Is How Missing Hiker Amanda Eller Survived Two Weeks In Hawaii Forest
Maui hiker Amanda Eller went for a three-mile run in the woods and found herself lost for 17 days. Here's how she survived without food, water, and even shoes for more than two weeks in the wild.
Florida Woman Nichole Tillman Suffers Serious Injury After She Was Attacked By Alligator In Lake
A large alligator more than 8 feet long attacked a woman swimming in Florida on Saturday, May 25. While the injuries are not life-threatening, officials say that she suffered severe wounds from the gator attack.
Tiny Jellyfish Carrying Paralyzing Toxin Invade Jersey Shore, Researchers Warn
Watch out for clinging jellyfish in Jersey Shore in the coming summer months, because this jelly has an especially excruciating sting. Unfortunately, research shows that their populations are increasing worldwide.
62,000 Pounds Of Beef Recalled Before Memorial Day Over Fears Of E. Coli Contamination
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that more than 62,000 pounds of raw ground beef products are getting recalled due to potential contamination of E. coli. An E. coli infection could be severe and even life-threatening.
Female Egyptian Fruit Bats Trade Morsels Of Food For Sex
Food in exchange for sex? Scientists discovered the behavior is common among Egyptian fruit bats, with females mating with the males that they scrounge food from the most.
Stimulating Parts Of The Brain May Enhance Or Suppress Memories
Scientists find a way to dial the emotional impact of memories up or down, essentially dulling the trauma of particularly debilitating memories. The findings of the study could lead to new treatments for PTSD, depression, and anxiety disorders.
Satellite Manufacturer Maxar Technologies To Build First Piece Of NASA's Lunar Orbital Station Gateway
In line with the moon mission set for 2024, NASA picked Maxar Technologies to develop the first piece of lunar station Gateway. The power and propulsion element will be the foundation of outpost orbiting the moon.
Elephant Hunting Is Legal Again In Botswana
Botswana, which has the largest elephant population in the world, lifted its ban on elephant hunting after a five-year suspension. The government cited the conflict between humans and elephants as the primary reason.
Scientists Achieve Superconductivity At The Highest Temperature Ever Recorded With New Material
In the hunt for the ultimate superconductor, physicists discovered lanthanum hydride. Experiments showed that the material can conduct electricity with zero resistance at nearly room temperature.
