Articles by Ted Ranosa
New Nano-Catalyst Air Filter Can Clean Air In Smoking Room And Make It Free Of Carcinogens
Researchers at the Institute of Science and Technology in South Korea have created a new nano-catalyst filter that is capable of removing up to 100 percent of harmful substances in cigarette smoke, such as the carcinogen acetaldehyde, in just one hour of operation.
Bananaaaaa! 'Minions' Rakes In $115.2 Million In First Weekend At North America Box Office
Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment's film 'Minions' bags opening weekend sales of $115.2 million in North America, making the second-highest grossing opening for an animated film in history.
United Airlines Pilot Flushes Live Bullets Down The Toilet: Here's Why
A United Airlines pilot had allegedly disposed of live bullets by flushing the ammunition down the toilet on one of the airlines scheduled flight to Germany, according to officials from both United and the U.S. Transportation Security Administration.
$3.4 Billion: Amount Of Pledges For Ebola Recovery In West Africa
An estimated $3.4 billion worth of pledges were made at the United Nations on Friday by international organizations in order to help West African nations recover from the devastation brought on by the Ebola epidemic.
Omar Sharif, 'Lawrence Of Arabia' And 'Doctor Zhivago' Actor, Dies At 83
Egyptian-born film actor Omar Sharif passed away on Friday at a hospital in Cairo due to an apparent heart attack. Sharif earned long-lasting fame in such international film classics 'Doctor Zhivago', 'The Night of the Generals' and 'Lawrence of Arabia.'
Type 2 Diabetes Has A Not-So-Sweet News For Your Brain
Researchers at the Harvard Medical School have found that type 2 diabetes could potentially be linked to a considerable decline in the cognitive and decision-making skills of an individual.
Graphene-Based Film May Pave Way For Smartphones, Tablets, Other Electronics That Do Not Overheat
A new study conducted by Chalmers University of Technology suggests that the multi-purpose material known as graphene can also be utilized to efficiently cool electronic devices.
Scientists Spot Super-sized Black Hole That Grew Larger Than Host Galaxy
Astronomers from different academic institutions have discovered a supermassive black hole that developed at a much faster rate than its host galaxy.
Majority Of Overweight Teens Unaware Of Their Condition
Scientists at Cancer Research UK discovered that more than a third of overweight or obese teenagers do not consider themselves as being too heavy and think their body size is just about right.
Researchers Find Link Between Schizophrenia And Smoking Tobacco
Researchers at King's College London have discovered that people who smoke cigarettes are more likely to develop symptoms of the mental disorder schizophrenia than those who do not smoke.
Smithsonian Scientists Want To Save Plant Genomic Diversity Before Next 'Mass Extinction'
The Smithsonian has announced that it will begin collecting and preserving the genomes of half of the living plant species on Earth in anticipation of the next mass extinction of species.
Blue Bell To Start Testing Production Run In Alabama Factory Following Listeria Scare
Texas-based Blue Bell Creameries has announced that it will begin test production of its ice cream products at the company's Alabama facility in the next few weeks.
Exxon Documents Hint That Oil Companies Have Known About Climate Change Since 1981
In its recent report entitled 'The Climate Deception Dossier,' the Union of Concerned Scientists reveals that American oil company ExxonMobil knew about the adverse effects of greenhouse gases on global warming as early as 1981.
Medicare Plans To Cover Costs Of End-Of-Life Counseling
Medicare has revealed its plans to reimburse doctors who will provide consultations to beneficiaries of the insurance program regarding end-of-life care. The proposal is in response to calls from patients, families and healthcare providers about granting people with greater freedom to decide how they wish to die.
Yum And Wow: Fisherman Catches Very Rare Golden Lobster In Scotland
A rare golden lobster was caught by a Scottish fisherman about half a mile from Barns Ness Lighthouse in Dunbar. Experts say that the chances of finding such an oddly colored crustacean are one in 5 million.
NASA To Release New Book Called 'Benefits For Humanity'
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is set to release a new book, titled 'Benefits for Humanity,' which highlights different scientific advancements made by researchers working on the International Space Station.
Boy Contracts Rare Amoeba Brain Infection After Swimming In Lake
The Minnesota Department of Health has reported that a child has been sickened by a rare form of meningitis called primary amebic meningoencephalitis after swimming in a lake that is believed to be infested by the Naegleria fowleri amoeba.
USDA To Review Bird-Flu Protocols Following 'Slow And Frustrating' Response To Outbreak
John Clifford, chief veterinary officer of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, announced that the agency plans to review its bird-flu response after drawing criticism for its slow and confusing management of the latest outbreak of the avian disease.
Astronaut Kjell Lindgren Looking Forward To ISS Mission Despite Recent Rocket Failures
NASA astronaut Kjell Lindgren has expressed confidence that his scheduled spaceflight to the International Space Station later this month will push through despite the recent string of failed space missions.
Whale Entangled In Fishing Gear For Three Days Finally Rescued By Response Team
Rescuers from the Center for Coastal Studies in Massachusetts successfully cut loose a 15-foot minke whale that was entangled in fishing gear 40 miles off the coast of Martha's Vineyard.
British Woman Wakes Up With Strong Chinese Accent: What To Know About Foreign Accent Syndrome
Forty-year-old Sarah Colwill from Plymouth in the United Kingdom developed a very rare speech disorder known as Foreign Accent Syndrome after suffering a stroke. The condition has caused her accent to change from her natural Devon drawl to a Chinese sounding one.
Raytheon Bags $240 Million Contract From NASA For Earth Science Data System
American defense contractor Raytheon Company has been awarded by NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center a five-year contract worth $240 million to continue its support for the Earth Observing Systems Data and Information System.
Unusually Lush Conditions Causing Rise In Rabbit Fever In Colorado
Health officials believe that the unusually high number of rabbit fever cases in Colorado this year could be linked to the growing number of rabbits spurred by additional vegetation in the state.
More Adventurous Eaters Often Healthier Than Picky Eaters: Study
A new study conducted by Cornell University researchers suggests that adventurous eaters or those that are willing to eat new types of food, tend to have a lower body mass index compared to those who prefer to stick to eating tried-and-tested food.
Coral Bleaching Is Caused By Increasing Ocean Temperatures Says NOAA
Scientists at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration warn that the continued rise in ocean temperatures in the Pacific and Atlantic is causing the massive coral bleaching on reefs in the Northern Hemisphere.
Chronic Depression Can Shrink Parts Of Your Brain Responsible For Forming New Memories
People who suffer from major depression typically have a smaller hippocampus than healthier individuals, according to a new study conducted by researchers from the University of Sydney and other academic institutions.
Bariatric Surgery Benefits Type 2 Diabetes Patients: What To Know About This Weight Loss Surgery
A new study conducted by University of Pittsburg researchers suggests that bariatric surgery can benefit people suffering from type 2 diabetes more than simply undergoing a lifestyle change.
Philae Lander Might Have Close Encounter With Microbial Alien Life On 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko
Scientists at the European Space Agency discover evidence of living organisms on the comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko through the space agency's Philae lander and Rosetta spacecraft.
Stella & Chewy Recalls Dog Food Due To Listeria Contamination
Pet food maker Stella & Chewy's is recalling some of its products from the market after finding a possible Listeria contamination in its sample of 15-ounce Chicken Freeze-Dried Dinner Patties for Dogs.
UK Treating Suspected Ebola Patient In Liverpool Hospital
Officials from Public Health England are currently observing a suspected case of Ebola in the country after a man in North Wales suddenly became ill after traveling to West Africa.
