Articles by Sumit Passary
Philadelphia Health Officials Warn of Possible Measles Exposure at Please Touch Museum, Suburban Pharmacy
Possible measles exposure reported for a museum and drugstore in Philadelphia. While most people are vaccinated for the disease, there are some categories such as infants under 12 months, who can still get infected.
Children of Parents Who Attempt Suicide are at Increased Risk of Attempting Suicide Too
Offsprings of parents who have attempted suicide are at an elevated risk of suicide attempt. About 1 million adult Americans have attempted suicide.
SpaceX Reusable Rocket Might be Reality in 2015 [Video]
Reusable rockets may become a reality in 2015. SpaceX is hoping to get back its rocket after the launch of a resupply mission to the International Space Station (ISS).
CIA Says Half of all UFO Sightings in 1950s and 1960s Were U2 Spy Planes: Really?
The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) reports that more than half of the UFO sightings in 1950s and 1960s were actually sightings of U2 spy planes. The agency explains why the U2 planes appeared as mysterious objects in the sky.
Indonesian Fanged Frog Only Known Species of Frog to Give Birth to Live Tadpoles
Researchers have found a new species of frog in Indonesia that gives birth to tadpoles instead of laying eggs. The new frog species is native to the Sulawesi island of Indonesia.
Severe Winter Storm Greets California on New Year's Eve
A strong winter storm has spread snow in many parts of California and has also forced residents to experience a frosty and cold New Year's eve. The storm has killed at least five people and left around 200 motorists stranded.
UCLA Study Shows Recovering Lost and Forgotten Memories Could Be Possible
Researchers suggest that memories are not stored at the synapses. It is possible to recover lost or forgotten memories in people experiencing the early stage of Alzheimer's disease.
Opportunity Rover Suffering from Memory Loss: Here's How NASA will Help Cure It
The Opportunity rover that is examining the surface of Mars since 2004 suffers from memory loss. NASA scientists are hoping to fix the issue in the next few weeks.
Venus May Have Once Been Clothed in Vast Oceans of CO2
Scientists suggest that Venus may have once had oceans of carbon dioxide (CO2). About 96.5 percent of the atmosphere on Venus is made of CO2.
Happy New Year! ISS Crew Sends Greeting from Space [Video]
The crew at the International Space Station (ISS) wishes everyone on Earth a Happy New Year. The members will celebrate the arrival of 2015 for 16 times.
Seasonal Flu Claims Lives of Three Kids in Minnesota
Seasonal flu has resulted in the deaths of three children in Minnesota. Healthcare experts suggest that people should get flu vaccine to avoid infections.
UFO Enthusiasts Spot Coffin-like Rock on Mars? Alien Gravesite on Red Planet? [Video]
A stone structure on the Martian surface has led UFO enthusiasts to believe it is a coffin. The so-called coffin-like stone structure is a meter long and a foot wide.
Malaria Killing More People in West Africa than Ebola
Malaria kills more people in West Africa than Ebola. More than half a million people die due to malaria each year across the world and 90 percent of the total malaria fatalities occur in Africa.
Cut Back on Drinking Alcohol to Lower Your Dementia Risk
Drinking less can also reduce the risk of dementia in later part of life. Healthcare officials believe that drinking alcohol has physical as well as mental impacts.
Smart Turtle Robot Up for Dangerous, Deep Ocean Missions. Move Over TMNT
Researchers are developing robotic turtles than can dive vertically. These robots can perform tasks such as detecting underwater nuclear waste that is dangerous to humans.
U.S. Population Grows to 320.09 Million. California Still Reigns as Most Populous US State
The population of the U.S. is estimated to be 320,090,857 on Jan. 1, 2015, an increase of 0.73 percent when compared to Jan. 1, 2014. The Census Bureau suggests one birth per second in the U.S. in January 2015.
Neil deGrasse Tyson on Controversial 'Anti-Christian' Tweet: Just Astonished by Facts, Servant of Cosmic Curiosity
The tweet from American astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson bewildered many Christians. The message deemed 'anti-Christian' earned him a record number of re-tweets.
Older Adults Who Want to Retain Sharp Memory Should Keep Their Heart, Lungs Fit
Older adults with fit heart and lungs retain sharp memory, reveals a new study. Researchers compared cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) of old and young adults for the study.
Planetary Alignment, Zero G Day Story Spreading on Facebook is Hoax. Sorry You'll Not Float
Planetary alignment of Jupiter, Earth and Pluto that will cause Zero G Day is a hoax. The original story has been shared on Facebook at least 1.4 million times.
Fatal Attraction: Australian Female Praying Mantis Fakes Fertility to Put Mate on Menu
A female false garden mantis can fake fertility by releasing pheromones to attract males, which the female then eats. This act of cannibalism improves her body condition by 33 percent and fecundity by 40 percent.
Hubble Telescope Snaps Amazing Photo of IC 335 Galaxy with Other Galaxies as Backdrop
The Hubble Space Telescope captures an image of the IC 335 galaxy against a backdrop of other galaxies. The IC 335 is an S0 galaxy, which is sometimes mistaken to be elliptical.
Marijuana Use in Colorado Up, Says New Survey
Findings of a federal survey suggest that the use of marijuana has increased in Colorado. However, Denver, which has the highest number of marijuana dispensaries, has recorded low incidences of crime and fatal car accidents.
Bobcats Hiding in Jekyll Island for 100 Years? New Photo Confirms Presence of Elusive Cat
Cameras confirm the presence of at least one bobcat on Jekyll Island. However, state park officials believe this one bobcat only managed its way from the mainland.
Easy Exercise Tips to Burn Off Those Holiday Calories
People look forward to a holiday season that brings joy -- but also sometimes those extra pounds, too. Daily chores can help burn some of those calories.
A Splash of Miracle: Dog Survives Fall from 15th Floor Apartment in Sacramento
A Boston terrier named Sam fell from the balcony of a 15th floor apartment and miraculously survived. The dog broke a few ribs but is recovering well.
Ballistic Capture: New Method to Travel to Mars Cheaply, Easily and Safely
Ballistic capture may make Mars travel cheaper as fuel needs are reduced by 25 percent. The new method may have advantages, but travel time to Mars will lengthen.
Unapproved FDA Drug Saves Seattle Baby on Brink of Death
A drug called perflubron, which has not been approved in the U.S. by the FDA, saves the life of a four-month-old baby. The drug is approved in Europe and Canada.
Climate Change Threatens Mussel Population. Why It Can Be Off Menus in the Future
Climate change is affecting the mussel population. Experts suggest that the decline could lead to mussel-based dishes being taken off the menu.
Raining Diamonds! Donors Drop Engagement Rings, Wedding Bands, Other Jewelry in Salvation Army Kettles
Salvation Army gets engagement rings, diamond cross and more in their red kettles. The precious jewelry donations inspired other donors to make similar donations.
When Exploring Unknown Places and Spaces, Ants Turn Left. Why?
Ants have a directional choice when exploring new surroundings. A statistical data from a few experiments suggest that ants tend to turn left more than turning right.
