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Calorie Intake Affected by Cereal Flake Size
Researchers at Penn State discovered that the size of flakes influences the amount of flakes people eat, and that the smaller the flake, the more flakes one will eat. The research was published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
Dwarf Planet 'Biden' Hints at Hidden World in Solar System
Astronomers have discovered a pink, frozen dwarf planet 7.5 billion miles away from the sun. The object is the second dwarf planet to be found in an area of space beyond Pluto, which has been considered a wasteland for celestial objects.
Mini-Mars Created to Imitate Red Planet’s Real Environment
Researchers in Spain have created a mini version of Mars in order to study dust and other environmental elements on Mars. The project, called the “MARTE”, is a vacuum chamber that re-creates the planet’s dust, pressure, temperature, radiation levels, and atmosphere.
Human 'Body' Built to Test Drugs
Scientists are creating a human “body” as a new way to test drugs and toxic agents, which could replace the use of petri dish and animal testing.
Instacart App Shops for Your Groceries for You in New York City
The iOS app Instacart, originating in San Francisco, Calif., was introduced to New York City on Wednesday. The app lets customers select items from their local grocery stores and choose when they can be delivered.
NYC Proposes Fee for Shopping Bags
The New York City Council introduced a bill on Wednesday that would charge customers 10 cents per grocery bag at stores. The legislation was proposed in order to bring down the amount of bags that are used and thrown into landfills.
Massive Nissan Recall for Air Bag Problems
Nissan Motor Co. is recalling more than one million vehicles due to the front passenger air bags being unable to inflate in an accident.
Poison Centers Warn of E-Cig Dangers
The American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC) issued a warning on Tuesday of the dangers of electronic cigarettes and to keep them away from children. The warning is a result of reports received by the group about exposure to e-cigarettes and the liquid nicotine inside them.
Facebook Buys Oculus Rift VR for $2 Billion
Facebook Inc. has paid $2 Billion in a deal to acquire Oculus VR Inc., the developer of Oculus Rift. Facebook included $400 million in cash and 23.1 million Facebook shares, totaling a $1.6 billion for the deal.
Medical Marijuana Can Help People with MS
New guidelines released from the American Academy of Neurology (AAN) on Monday say that medical marijuana might be able to provide relief for symptoms of multiple sclerosis (MS). Medical marijuana is one of the many complementary or alternative medicine (CAM) therapies used by patients with MS to help ease pain and symptoms they experience from the disease.
Biodegradable Batteries Could Power Implanted Devices
Scientists have developed a biodegradable battery that can be absorbed by the body after it runs out of power. The battery can help scientists who have been working on implantable devices for the convenience of doctors and patients.
UN Warns of Growing Demand for Water and Energy
The United Nations said in a report that increasing demands for water and energy threaten the limited supply of Earth’s resources.
Alcohol's Role Underreported in Car Deaths
A new study from the U.S. National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism shows that traffic deaths involving alcohol are hugely underreported on death certificates. The research was published in the March issue of the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs.
Solar Power as Cheap as Conventional Power in European Countries
A study has revealed that solar energy and conventional electricity have the same cost in Spain, Germany and Italy. The report is the most recent part of an analysis done by consulting firm Eclareon, and was done on behalf of an international group of sustainable energy interests.
Disney Buys Maker Studios
The Walt Disney Co. announced Monday it will buy YouTube channel operator Maker Studios for $500 million. The deal takes place as Disney is looking to keep younger viewers, since more kids are watching shorter videos online.