Articles by Rhodi Lee
Atheist Stephen Hawking denies existence of 'God': Science 'more convincing explanation' for universe
Renowned physicist Stephen Hawking believes that science offers more plausible explanation on the origin of the universe and says God does not exist.
5-year old California boy tests positive for cocaine after parents get arrested in drug bust
Authorities found a five-year old boy sitting with a bag of cocaine during a drug bust. Test revealed the child has high level of cocaine in his system.
Earthquake swarm rock Mammoth Lakes: No megaquake brewing, USGS blames it on tectonic stress
Seismologists said that the earthquake swarm that struck the region of Long Valley Caldera is the largest in the past decade but it does not indicate a looming volcanic eruption.
Sierra Nevada Corp. challenges NASA-Boeing/SpaceX $6.8 billion space taxi deal: Source selection process smack of 'inconsistencies'
Sierra Nevada claims the selection process that awarded Boeing and SpaceX the multibillion dollar space taxi deal has inconsistencies; claims its Dream Chaser could have saved the government $900 million.
Mars rover Curiosity drills into Mount Sharp to collect samples and finds mysterious 'ball'
NASA's Mars Curiosity rover has drilled its first sample collection hole on Mount Sharp. It also caught an image of what appears to be a ball lying on the dry surface of the Red Planet.
Rosetta orbiter set to kiss 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko on Nov. 12
The European Space Agency has revealed that Rosetta's Philae lander will be released on Nov. 12 for its historic touchdown on the surface of the comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko.
Turmeric compound good for your brain, may help fight Alzheimer's, dementia: Study
A compound found in Turmeric, which is commonly used in curry and other Indian cuisine, holds potentials in the field of regenerative medicine and in treating neuro-degenerative diseases such as dementia and ALS.
Roche breast cancer drug Perjeta helped extend patients' lives by over a year in clinical trial
Roche's Perjeta drug has significantly extended the lives of patients with metastatic breast cancer by over one year. Researchers said the improvement in median survival time is unprecedented.
Mangalyaan Mars Orbiter Mission: China congratulates India on Red Planet orbit entry
India's exceptional success at launching the ISRO's Mangalyaan spacecraft into Mars orbit did not go unnoticed by its neighboring nations. China said that the mission's triumph is a 'pride of Asia.'
New fossils date multicellular life 600 million years back
Single cellular organisms are known to thrive about 600 million years ago, but fossils found in China indicate that multicellular organisms may have already existed during this period.
Maven, Mangalyaan celebrate Mars orbit entry by sending back first photos of Red Planet
NASA's Maven and ISRO's Mangalyaan successfully made it to the orbit of Mars this week. Both probes already captured and sent back to Earth their first images of the Red Planet.
Stone Age tools did not originate from Africa, toolmaking skills developed independently worldwide
The tool-making method called Levallois technique is believed to have originated in Africa but an analysis of stone artifacts found in Armenia provided evidence that different populations around the world have independently developed their tool-making technologies.
Dinosaur to bird evolution was no WHAM BAM: It was a long and painstaking process
The gigantic dinosaurs that thrived on Earth millions of years ago evolved to become birds but the process was not abrupt. Study reveals the evolution from dinosaurs to birds took millions of years.
Water on Earth and the solar system is older than our sun
Some of the Earth's water has levels of deuterium that indicate interstellar origins. That suggests that part of the ocean's water may be older than the sun.
Discovery of Neptune-size exoplanet with clear skies and water excites astronomers
Astronomers have learned that HAT-P-11b, an exoplanet 124 light years away from the Earth, has water vapor in its atmosphere. The discovery boosts the hope of finding traces of life in other parts of the universe.
Michael Brown memorial catches fire, sparks fire of distrust in Ferguson
One of Michael Brown's makeshift memorial caught fire on the morning of Sept. 23, igniting tension and violence in Ferguson, Missouri. Authorities say the blaze may have been an accident, but some residents believe it was deliberately started.
Law enforcer or mobster? Pregnant woman shoved to ground by NYPD officers in Brooklyn [Video]
An amateur video shows police officers from NYPD's 72nd Precinct slamming a visibly pregnant woman on the ground. The woman suffered from bruises, bleeding and abdominal pain after the incident.
Skirt size increase during midlife increases breast cancer risk
A woman's changing skirt sizes allows her to easily monitor her weight gain over the years and could serve as a gauge of breast cancer risks.
Multitasking with media causes brain structure to change significantly
Although media multitasking has become prevalent, findings of a new study suggest that high simultaneous use of media devices such as laptops and smartphones could lead to changes in the structure of the brain.
Hannah Graham disappearance mystery: Suspect Jesse Matthew arrested
Jesse Leroy Matthew Jr. is now in police custody a day after police said that they now have probable cause to charge him with the disappearance of University of Virginia student Hannah Graham who went missing on Sept. 13.
Oral drug Otezla for treating psoriatic arthritis gets expanded approval from FDA to treat plaque psoriasis
Individuals with plaque psoriasis can now use Celgene's Otezla as treatment for their condition following the oral drug's extended approval from the FDA.
Vigorous exercise may harm your teeth: Study
During workout, athletes exhibited reduced saliva production and changes in the acidity of their spit, which could lead to tooth decay. Oral cavities also tend to be more prevalent in athletes who train more often and for longer hours.
Space elevator with diamond nanothreads? Why not, says PSU prof
A research team from Penn State University has come up with a diamond nanothread so strong, stiff and lightweight, it could have crucial applications such as in the creation of less polluting vehicles and possibly the realization of a "space elevator."
Pet chimps find problem socializing with wild chimps: Study
Chimpanzees that were more exposed to humans during their early years tend to show odd social and sexual behaviors. These habits persist for years and sometimes even decades after they have been transferred to a healthy sanctuary.
More exercise means more alcohol consumption? You bet!
Regardless of the level of physical activities and age, people tend to drink more alcohol on days when they are more physically active, study finds.
US diabetes rates slipping among whites but climbing among blacks: Why?
Although the prevalence of diabetes appears to have plateaued between 2008 and 2012, the incidence of the metabolic disease continues to rise among blacks and Hispanics.
SpaceX brings goodies to ISS astronauts: 3D printer, mice and more
SpaceX's Dragon capsule arrived at the ISS on Tuesday carrying a 3D printer, a group of mice, an instrument called RapidScat, as well as clothes and food for the astronauts.
ISRO Mangalyaan gets ready to enter Mars orbit: Will it? Won't it?
The successful test-firing of Mangalyaan's LAM engine on Monday boosted confidence that the spacecraft will make it to the orbit of Mars. ISRO scientists, however, keep their fingers crossed.
Diabetes drug Metformin may raise low level TSH risk: Study
New research suggests that the drug Metformin, which is commonly prescribed for patients with Type 2 diabetes, is associated with increased risks for low levels of thyroid-stimulating hormone for those with underactive thyroid.
Autumn Equinox 2014: Why is it important to know about the first day of fall
The autumnal equinox, which will occur at 10:29 p.m. EDT on Monday, will mark the beginning of a new season and this has implications on individuals with seasonal affective disorder.
