Articles by Rhodi Lee
Experts Find Direct Link Between Stress And Email: Health Problems In Your Inbox
Frequently checking one's email can cause increased levels of stress and could lead to higher odds of developing health problems. Many workers, however, are not aware that they are already subjected to increased stress because of their use of communication media.
$179.4 Million: How Much Pablo Picasso's 'The Women of Algiers' Painting Sold For
Pablo Picasso's 'Les femmes d'Alger, Version O' is now the highest priced artwork sold at an auction as it fetched $179.37 million at a Christie's 'Looking Forward to the Past' sale in New York.
Wonder How They Do #1 Or #2 In Space? ISS Astronaut Gives You A Tour Of The Restroom
How do astronauts pee and dispose of their bodily wastes in low-gravity environments? A YouTube video uploaded by ESA shows Italian astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti giving a walk through what astronauts do when nature calls.
Transformer Fire Shuts Down Nuclear Reactor North Of New York City: Oil Leaks Into Hudson River
A transformer fire has prompted the closure of the Unit 3 reactor at the Indian Point nuclear plant. It also resulted in the leaking of large amounts of oil into the Hudson River.
Illinois Mom's Photo Of Kid Leads To Cancer Diagnosis: How One Image Saved Kid's Life
Julie Fitzgerald took a photo of her son and saw that the whole pupil of his eye was white prompting her to bring her son to a specialist. It turned out her son has a cancer that could have spread to his blood and brain if it remained undetected.
United Airlines Flight Kicks Off Family Due To Autistic Daughter: Case Of Fear Of Autism And Lack Of Training?
Autistic teenager Juliette Beegle and her family were kicked off from their United Airlines flight after an incident involving a request for a hot meal. Her mother claims that the incident is a case of sheer ignorance.
Scientists Explain Importance Of Handshakes In Business Negotiations Even When Doing It With A Robot
The shaking of hands during business meetings can foster trust and better cooperation. Virtual handshakes made with the aid of a robot were likewise shown to be as effective in creating a sense of connectedness.
Scientists Find Breakthrough Technique To Harvest Solar Energy But They Still Have A Problem
A group of researchers have come up with a system that can harvest and store solar energy. The technique, however, has challenges when it comes to releasing the stored energy.
Carl Sagan's Solar Sail Goes On Test Flight On May 20: Why You Should Care
LightSail, a spacecraft that uses solar sails powered solely by the sun's rays in its flight through space, was once just Carl Sagan's imagination. A test flight for this spacecraft is set this May.
Langley Research Center Recognized As Vertical Flight Heritage Site
The American Helicopter Society International honored NASA's Langley Research Center for its contrubution in the advancement of vertical flight aircraft. The plaque given to the center recognizes it for its contributions to the understanding of the principles of flight.
California Mulling Over More Stringent Warnings For Products With BPA
A decision by a board of experts would have BPA-containing products such as plastic bottles and canned goods that are distributed in California bear a label that warns of the harmful effect of BPA on women's reproductive health.
How Do We Name Infectious Diseases? Nothing Offensive Please, Recommends WHO
WHO has come up with a best practice guide for naming new infectious disease. The goal is to prevent unnecessary and serious impacts on nations, people and economies.
Mercury's Magnetic Field May Have Once Been As Strong As Earth's: Why It Matters
Images and data from NASA's MESSENGER spacecraft suggest that the strength of Mercury's magnetic field once rivaled that of the Earth's. Mercury and Earth are the only planets in the solar system that have magnetic fields produced by their liquid metal core.
Don't Want To Go Obese Or Overweight? Live In High Altitude
People who live in high altitude areas are less likely to become obese than their counterparts who live in low altitude, researchers suggest. This may have something to do with the hormone leptin and the concentration of oxygen.
First In U.S.: Dog Transmits Pneumonic Plague To Humans
For the first time in U.S. history, a dog has transmitted pneumonic plague to a human resulting in four infections. Dogs do not often spread the disease to humans because they are primarily transmitted through sneezing.
North And South America Finally Eradicate Rubella: Here's A Brief History Of Our Measles War
The Americas has now completely eradicated rubella, indicating the possibility of the disease being eliminated worldwide. Following massive vaccinations, rubella becomes the third vaccine-preventable disease to be wiped out in the region.
Want To Get Rid Of Double Chin? FDA Approves Drug That Could Melt It Away
The FDA has approved Kybela, an injectable drug that could dissolve unsightly double chin. In clinical trial, 79 percent of those who used the drug reported of satisfaction with their appearance.
Experts Find Origins Of Antarctica's Bleeding Glacier: How They Did It
Researchers used an electromagnetic sensor mounted on a helicopter to survey Taylor Valley in Antarctica leading to the discovery of salty water lying beneath this area.
Milestone Or Not: Babies Use Smartphones And Tablets Even Before Learning To Walk
Babies are now more exposed to gadgets with more than a third of them using tablets and smartphones earlier than before they can walk and talk. Experts warned of the possible consequences of this habit.
Meet T-Rex's Vegetarian Cousin The Chilesaurus And Other Weird Dinosaurs
The Chilesaurus diegosuarezi was an herbivore with bones that look like they could have come from different dinosaurs.
One Hour Of TV Ups Risk For Childhood Obesity: Here Are Parenting Tips To Get Your Kids Moving
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends a two-hour TV viewing cap among children but findings of a new study reveal why children should not spend more than an hour watching television daily.
Removal Of Ovaries Reduces Risk Of Breast Cancer Death In Women: Study
Oophorectomy, a procedure that removes the ovaries, has been found to reduce risks of breast cancer deaths by as high as 73 percent among women with BRCA1 mutations.
Experts Pinpoint Root Cause Of Asthma: Cure May Come Before 2020
A team of researchers has identified the main cause of asthma, which could lead to the development of new treatments. Calcilytics, drugs used for treating osteoporosis, have also been found to be effective in reversing symptoms of the disease.
Violent Eruption Of Calbuco Volcano In Videos: Will There Be A Third Eruption?
The Calbuco volcano in Chile has already erupted twice after being silent for half a century. Experts warned of a possible third eruption that may be more aggressive.
Popular Pesticide Solves Pest Problems But Stings Wild Bee Population
A pesticide known as neonicotinoids, used to protect rapeseeds from flea beetles, has been found to affect the growth and reproduction of bumblebee colonies. Researchers also found the bees are not repelled by the pesticides.
15 Billion: Number Of Years The New Atomic Clock Will Be Accurate
The new strontium lattice atomic clock is so precise and stable that it won't lose a second in the next 15 billion years. The advances of the clock provide a step closer to replacing the cesium fountain clock, the current standard in timekeeping used to set the official world time.
Millions Of Very Aggressive Killer Asian Hornets Head For UK: What To Know
Asian hornets have already caused six deaths in France. The hornets are headed to the UK, where they could pose threats to both humans and bees.
Creams For Eczema And Athlete's Foot Can Reverse Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis remains incurable but two drugs found in ointments used for treating athlete's foot and eczema could potentially reverse the condition. The drugs can also help patients suffering from other myelin-related conditions such as dementia and cerebral palsy.
Vampire Squid's Reproductive Cycles And Sluggish Lifestyle Key To Longevity
The vampire squid may live longer than the coastal squid and octopus, and this has something to do with their unique system of reproduction. The deep-sea cephalopod alternates between a reproductive and resting phase.
Mindfulness As Good As Drugs If You Want To Snap From Chronic Depression
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy is nearly as effective as antidepressants in treating chronic depression, researchers found, offering an option for those who want to avoid the side effects of taking medication.
