Articles by Ted Ranosa
The Northern Lights Are Heading South? Here's Why
The current weakening of the Earth's magnetic field is causing the popular northern lights to shift southward, a new study says. The atmospheric event will likely become more visible in areas south of the Arctic region such as Canada and the United States in the coming decades.
Walmart Cyber Monday Tech Deals: Xbox One Gears Of War Bundle, Apple iPad Mini 2, Samsung 43-Inch HDTV And More
Walmart's Cyber Monday deals will go live a day early on Sunday, Nov. 29. The bonanza also offers an exclusive promo on the Xbox One 'Gears of War' Special Edition bundle, a $70 discount on the Apple iPad mini 2, and a 50 percent price cut on a Samsung 43-inch Smart HDTV.
Never Tired Of Shopping: Thanksgiving And Black Friday Online Sales Expected To Hit $4.45 Billion
Software firm Adobe said nearly $1 billion worth of online sales were made during this year's Thanksgiving, a 22 percent improvement from last year's numbers. More than 26 percent of the total sales were generated by purchases made through mobile devices.
Glitter Beards And Glitter Pits Set The Festive Mood For Christmas Whether You're Naughty Or Nice
Two new viral trends known as #glitterbeard and #glitterpits are making the rounds in social media networks in the past few days. The stunts involved having beards and armpit hair covered in glitters to make them sparkle.
Gut Bacteria Influences How Much You Eat: Here Are Mind Tricks To Help You Lose Weight
A new study conducted by Rouen University researchers in France suggests that E. coli bacteria commonly found in the stomach of humans help trigger a hunger-satiating effect in the brain. This event often occurs around 20 minutes after the start of a meal.
'Attack On Titan' Hits PS4, PS3 And Vita In Japan On February 2016
The new 'Attack on Titan' game for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita will be made available in Japan in February 2016. First-print orders for the game will include a special code that unlocks special in-game items.
New Study Blames Crib Bumpers For Increased Infant Deaths: Here's What Experts Recommend
An increasing number of infants are dying because of accidents related to crib bumpers, according to a new study. Many of the incidents involved babies getting their face caught in the bumpers and suffocating or getting stuck between the padded fabric and another object in the crib.
#CondomChallenge: Teens Promoting Safe Sex Or Just Another Crazy Trend?
The #CondomChallenge is an advocacy for safe sex that has gone viral on social media. The stunt involves dropping a water-filled condom on a challenger's head to prove that if the latex material can stretch enough to fit a grown person's head, then it can fit a man's genitals no matter the size.
BlackBerry Black Friday Offer: Up To 20 Percent Off On Select Phones
BlackBerry is cutting prices on select BlackBerry 10 smartphones for its Black Friday sale. Shoppers can get as much as 20 percent off on BlackBerry Passport, the BlackBerry Leap and the BlackBerry Classic from now until Dec. 1.
Exodus From Cable: ESPN Subscriber Loss Since 2013 Totals 7 Million
From a total number of 99 million subscribers in 2013, ESPN subscriptions have dropped to 92 million as of Oct. 3. Analysts believe this is caused by an increasing number of viewers switching to newer and cheaper platforms for sports coverage.
Sleeping For Eight Hours Can Improve Memory: Study
Researchers at the Brigham and Women's Hospital have discovered that people who are able to get eight hours of sleep remembered new information better than those who were not able to get a full night of sleep. They believe their findings could be used to help address memory issues especially in older people.
Confirmed: Apple Acquired Faceshift, Maker Of 'Star Wars' Motion Capture Tech
Tech website TechCrunch confirmed on Tuesday that Apple has purchased Faceshift, the Swiss startup that provided motion capture technology for various games and movies including 'Star Wars.' Tech experts believe Apple would use the technology to create animated avatars for applications such as FaceTime.
150-Million-Year-Old Skeleton Of Teenage Allosaurus Dinosaur For Sale At Auction
The UK-based Summers Place Auctions is selling the skeletal remains of an Allosaurus discovered at a dig site in Wyoming in 2009. Curators believe the fossils could fetch up to £500,000 (around $754,800).
UN: 2015 On Track To Be Warmest Year On Record
The World Meteorological Organization announced on Wednesday that 2015 is on track to be the hottest year ever recorded. Climate experts say this is the result of a combination of human-induced global warming and a particularly strong El Nino.
15.8 Million: Number Of People On HIV Treatment According To UN AIDS Program
UNAIDS officials revealed that the number of people receiving treatment for HIV infection has doubled in the last five years. The agency said that from the 7.5 million individuals who had access to antiretroviral treatment in 2010, the number has swelled to 15.8 million people in 2015.
Sex In Space? Here's How It's Done, According To Neil DeGrasse Tyson
Pop scientist and TV show host Neil DeGrasse Tyson said that people looking to have sex in space would have to have instruments, such as leather straps, to help them carry out the act. This is because the parties would have to avoid floating away from each other while they are in a zero gravity environment.
Ebola Claims Life Of 15-Year-Old Boy In Liberia
The chief medical officer of Liberia announced on Tuesday that a 15-year-old boy has died because of Ebola only a week after he was diagnosed with the disease. Health officials in the country are now investigating the potential source of the Ebola virus that infected the teenager.
Bilingual People Fare Better After A Stroke: Other Health Benefits Of Speaking A Second Language
A new study conducted by researchers in India has found that individuals who are fluent in more than one language had better protection against cognitive injury as a result of stroke. Bilingual stroke patients scored better during examinations on their function and attention levels.
Mystery Buyer Spends $188,660 To Set Free 33,000 Crabs In China
Wildlife experts in Zhejiang, China have expressed concern about the release of thousands of hairy crabs into the local Qiantang River, which could result in the disruption of migratory patterns for other aquatic animals. Reports said an unidentified man bought the crustaceans from a market in the city of Hangzhou.
Parasitic Worm Linked To High Fertility Rate In Bolivian Women: Other Parasitic Infections That Alter Human Health
Researchers from the University of California, Santa Barbara found that a lifetime of roundworm infection among indigenous women in Bolivia has led to a considerable increase in their fertility. The researchers are now exploring the potential of using the parasitic worm to develop fertility-enhancing treatments.
Giving Thanksgiving Table Scraps To Pets Is Not A Good Idea: Here's Why
The Humane Society warns pet owners about feeding dogs and cats with food leftover from holiday feasts. While they may not be harmful to humans, certain aspects of these foods can cause adverse effects on animals, which could lead to serious injury and even death.
2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid: First Impressions Of Experts
Toyota's new RAV4 Hybrid offers the benefits of a high-power SUV with better fuel efficiency and the maneuverability of a medium-sized electric car. It adds to Toyota's growing list of popular cars with a gasoline-electric version.
Novartis Agrees To Pay $390 million In U.S. Settlement Over Illegal Pharmacy Kickbacks
Novartis is set to pay the U.S. government $390 million in settlement over charges that the Swiss drug maker engaged in improper business conduct with specialty pharmacies. The federal suit alleged that Novartis gave kickbacks to certain pharmacies to push its drugs to patients.
U.S. Doctors Call For Ban On Prescription Drug, Medical Device Ads Targeted To Consumers
The American Medical Association is pushing to have direct-to-consumer advertising featuring prescription drugs and medical devices to be banned in the United States. The group believes this practice only contributes to a rise in drug costs and pushes patients to opt for inappropriate treatments.
OnePlus X Invites For US And Canada Now Available: Here's How You Can Get One
OnePlus announced that the reservation invites for the new OnePlus X smartphone are now available for claiming for customers in the United States and Canada. The company said it will use the invite system for the first month of the smartphone's release, after which the handset will be sold on a wider scale even without the invites.
Kepler-438b Cannot Support Life Because Of Superflares And CMEs: What Are The Other Earth-Like Exoplanets Out There?
Scientists at the University of Warwick in the United Kingdom have found that the Earth-like Kepler-438b may not be viable location for alien life. The team said the exoplanet is regularly bombarded by high-energy superflares and coronal mass ejections from its host star.
'Destiny' December Update Brings More Exotic Weapons And Armor: Here's What We Know So Far
Jon Weisnewski, Bungie's sandbox designer for 'Destiny', announced the weapons and armors changes included in the game's December Update. Some of these include updates to the effectiveness of Auto Rifles and Pulse Rifles as well as more exotic armor and weapons that will be made available to gamers.
US Congress Says Yes To Space Mining: What Humanity Should Worry About
Lawmakers in the United States have passed a new legislation known as the SPACE Act of 2015 that would allow privately-owned space companies to carry out explorations and mining activities on the moon. Some observers, however, contest that the act would be in violation of the Outer Space Treaty of 1967.
Yoga May Help Reduce Side Effects Of Prostate Cancer Treatment
Researchers from the University of Pennsylvania have discovered that yoga can help improve the health of men undergoing radiation therapy for prostate cancer. Patients who participated in Eischens yoga classes experienced a reduction in side effects typically associated with the treatment.
High Blood Sugar Levels In Pregnant Women With Diabetes May Potentially Harm Baby
Researchers in the United Kingdom discovered that a majority of pregnant diabetic women have high glucose levels in their blood. This can significantly increase the risk for their unborn child to suffer damage during pregnancy.
