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Scientists have shown that a common medication could significantly lower the complications associated with bypass surgery, and report that it’s seriously under-utilized. Statins are well known as a safe and effective cholesterol drug, but a recent study suggests that they have other benefits as well. According to a report from the New York Times, the study […]

A team of scientists from Purdue University has made a stunning discovery. According to a report from Discovery News, researchers have demonstrated a method for energizing and controlling microbots using magnetic force fields. The technique will allow large groups of microbots to carry out complicated tasks working as a team. According to David Cappelleri, a professor

The debate over horse-drawn carriages in Central Park rages on, but city officials may have finally reached a deal. If you have visited New York City in your life, it is possible that you have seen a fleet of horse-drawn carriages giving rides around Central Park. While some city residents have fought against the practice

The ‘Call of Duty’ franchise has just hit a massive milestone after announcing that it sold its 250 millionth copy on Thursday. Popular video game company Activision has just reached a huge milestone. According to a Tech Times report, the wildly successful Call of Duty video game franchise has finally sold its 250 millionth copy worldwide. The company announced

Trader Joe’s has just announced the recall of raw cashews in over 30 states after fears that they are tainted with a deadly bacteria. Enjoy snacking on cashews? If you do, you may want to refrain from grabbing a bag at Trader Joe’s for a while. According to a report from ABC News, the company

The U.S. has just unveiled the latest updates to their dietary guide, but will it be enough to combat the growing obesity epidemic? Obesity, diabetes, and a wide range of dietary health issues affect a large percentage of the United States population, and doctors and scientists alike have consistently pointed the blame at a diet

A recent study reveals that the human brain may have ten times the capacity for memory than once believed. If there is one field of study where researchers are constantly puzzled by what they find, it is the study of the human brain. According to a report from Discovery News, scientists at the Salk Institute for

Rescue workers have called it quits after carrying out more than 30 searches for the 23-year-old ski instructor north of Lake Tahoe. Rescue workers in Placer County, CA have suspended the search for a 23-year-old ski instructor who went missing in an avalanche-prone area north of the resort. According to a report from NBC News, representatives from

Changes to the McDonald’s menu have led to some of the company’s highest earnings in recent years – here’s how they did it. McDonald’s has been playing around with minor tweaks to its menu on a regular basis, but the company is about to take its offerings to the next level. According to a report

Forget your snooze button – this new app from Microsoft will be sure to get you out of bed on time. The tech giant that helped put a computer in countless homes around the world has a new take on an old classic. According to a report form PC Magazine, Microsoft’s new Mimicker alarm app can