Articles by Ted Ranosa
Hypersonic Jet Can Fly From Sydney To London In Less Than Two Hours
Hypersonic travel could soon become a reality after the successful launch of a new type of aircraft at a site in the Australian desert. The new jet could transport passengers from Sydney, Australia to London, UK in under two hours.
2 Chinese J-11 Tactical Aircraft Intercept US Military Plane Over South China Sea: Pentagon
Two Chinese fighter jets carried out an 'unsafe' intercept of a U.S. reconnaissance plane over the South China Sea on May 17, the Defense Department said. The incident comes weeks after the Chinese military intercepted a U.S. destroyer in the region.
Unstable Totten Glacier In East Antarctica Could Cause Rapid Rise In Sea Levels
A rapidly thinning glacier in Antarctica may have helped caused the world's sea level to increase in the past. Experts warn that if it were to happen again today, it could cause sea levels to increase at a higher rate.
Toxic Red Tide Outbreak Hits Chilean Waters, Stirs Fishermen To Unrest
The ongoing red tide along the southern coast of Chile has caused a significant blow to the local fishing industry. Many of the affected fishermen have now taken to the streets to demand support from the Chilean government.
Coastal Flooding To Hit Three Nations Considered Heaviest Polluters By 2060: Christian Aid
British humanitarian group Christian Aid is urging wealthier nations to increase funding for efforts to protect coastal communities from massive flooding by 2060. Some of the cities expected to be hit the hardest include those in heavily industrialized countries.
This Is How Jupiter's Moon Io Formed Incredibly High Mountains
Researchers try to solve the mystery of how the high mountains on Jupiter's moon Io were formed. They believe that these elevations play an important role in helping the moon cool itself and not just mere products of volcanic activity.
New York Senate Outlines Plan To Combat Heroin, Opioid Abuse
The New York State Senate has unveiled its recommendations on how to address heroin and opioid abuse in the state. The proposals include suggestions from doctors, addiction experts, law enforcement and even victims of drug addiction and their families.
Minimally Invasive Coil Implant May Improve Breathing Of Lung Patients
Researchers have developed a new minimally invasive therapy that can help improve the exercise ability and overall quality of life of some lung patients. The treatment involves inserting small metal coils into the lungs of patients.
Yellowstone Bison Calf 'Rescued' By Tourists Ends Up Euthanized
Officials warn visitors to Yellowstone about the impact of interfering with wild animals. A newborn calf that was brought to a park facility by tourists had to be put down after repeated attempts to reunite it with its herd failed.
Doctors Urged To Consider Other Depression Treatments Amid Declining Efficacy Of Antidepressant Medications
Researchers in Australia are urging doctors to prescribe other treatments for depression along with the use of antidepressants, especially for young patients. There is growing evidence that suggests these medications are not as effective as they were thought to be.
Watch 450-Year-Old Tycho Supernova Continue To Expand
NASA has unveiled a video clip that shows the expansion of the 450-year-old Tycho supernova remnant. The image was produced using X-ray and radio wave observations conducted from 2000 to 2015.
Farmers Sue Monsanto Over Alleged Link Of Herbicide Roundup To Cancer
Farmers in Nebraska are suing Monsanto for misleading consumers about the dangers of using its popular herbicide Roundup, which includes a chemical known as glyphosate. The WHO identified glyphosate as a potential carcinogen in 2015.
Dying Corals On Great Barrier Reef Affect Predatory Behavior Of Fish
Marine experts warn that the continued bleaching and death of coral reef systems is causing significant changes in the ecosystems of the world's oceans. Reef fish are now finding it difficult to detect predators because of the death of corals.
Aerial Video Shows Group Of False Killer Whales Hunting Down A Lone Shark
A drone hobbyist in Australia was able to capture a pod of false killer whales hunting down a small shark. Experts said these massive marine mammals are difficult to spot despite existing in large numbers in the high seas.
Reading On Laptop, Tablet Screen Can Alter The Way You Think
Are laptops and smartphones affecting your brain? Find out how spending too much time on digital devices could sap you of your creativity.
Religion May Die Out With World's Growing Wealth, Evolutionary Scientists Claim
A new study suggests that people might finally outgrow their need for moralizing religions as they become richer and more developed. Religious beliefs were said to have been introduced by the wealthy elites to influence the behavior of the poor.
British Soldiers Prescribed Diet Pills And Liposuction To Combat Weight Problems
A new report has revealed that a number of British armed forces personnel may be facing issues with their weight and fitness. To help combat these problems, the soldiers were said to be given diet pills and liposuction procedures.
Short People In India Undergo Limb-Lengthening Surgeries Despite Risks
More and more people in India are seeking to undergo limb-lengthening surgery despite the procedure not being regulated by the government. Botching the cosmetic operation could leave the patient unable to walk again.
NASA's New Mercury Maps Offers Textured View Of Planet's Landscape
NASA has released new digital models that show various aspects of Mercury. These include the amount of volcanic activity on the planet as well as its geological history. Data for these maps were gathered by the MESSENGER spacecraft.
Tooth Decay Drive Reveals Amount Of Sugar In Drinks
The city council of Liverpool has launched a public health campaign aimed at raising awareness on the amount of sugar included in many popular drinks. Officials hope this would help curb the rise in tooth decay rates among children.
Newborns Who Catch Cold, Flu Within 6 Months At Increased Risk For Type 1 Diabetes
Children are more susceptible to developing type 1 diabetes later in life when they contract a cold or flu during their first 6 months, a new study suggests. Infections that occur beyond this period don't produce the same effect.
Swarms Of Earthquake Help Recharge Mount St Helens For Eruption
The U.S. Geological Survey has detected more than 130 small earthquakes at Mount St. Helens over the past few weeks. Researchers are now trying to find out whether these seismic activities are signs of an impending volcanic eruption.
OxyContin's 12-Hour Dosing May Up Drug Abuse Risk: How To Recognize And Prevent Opioid Addiction
Purdue Pharma's painkiller drug OxyContin has been tagged as one of the reasons for the increase in opioid abuse among Americans in recent years. Find out how you can avoid falling victim to the debilitating effects of opioid addiction.
Daily Marijuana Use Linked To Disease That Can Lead To Limb Amputation
A man in Australia has developed a very rare peripheral vascular disease that has prevented a nasty wound on his big toe from properly healing. Doctors say his condition was brought on by his long-term daily use of cannabis.
New Category On Apple's Online Store Targets Individuals With Impairments
Apple has launched a new Accessibility category in its online store designed to cater to the needs of consumers with vision, physical or learning impairments. Some of the new products include a Bluetooth braille display and a tactile musical interface.
NASA Launches Searchable Database Of Patents For Public Use
NASA has launched a new database where people can look up thousands of expired patents it had worked on over the past few years. The space agency has also released 56 additional patents into the public domain.
Risk For Heart Failure, Atrial Fibrillation Rises As Temperature Drops: Study
A new study suggests that being exposed to cooler temperatures increases the risk of people experiencing heart failure or atrial fibrillation. Sufferers are more likely to be hospitalized for these ailments during winter months than in summer months.
Medical Scopes Likely Cause Of Three Hospital Deaths In Pasadena
Officials from a California hospital said that at least three patients died because of a bacterial outbreak last year. A newly discovered report regarding the incident revealed that the infections were likely caused by contaminated medical scopes.
Bipolar Disorder Shares Genetic Roots With Autism, Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder may share the same genetic roots with other psychiatric conditions such as autism and schizophrenia. Identifying these specific genes could help researchers develop new treatments for bipolar disorder patients.
Do Newborn Babies Imitate Adults? Study Finds It's The Other Way Around
A new study in Australia suggests grownups imitate the behavior of newborn babies instead of the other way around. This is meant to teach infants how to behave.
