Made in China: Chinese Make ‘Homemade’ Gears from Recycled Materials (PHOTOS)
Many Chinese have made their own helicopter, submarines, cannon, robot and more, using recycled materials. Press “Start” to view some of the top homemade gears “Made in China.
‘Too Bright’ Meteor Streaks Over Atlanta Skies (NASA VIDEO and PHOTOS)
A camera in Cartersville, Ga., captured a video and photos of the meteor as it brightened up the Atlanta skies.
Old-Fashioned, Frilly Dresses Rule at German Royal Wedding (PHOTOS)
Europe has seen a wave of royal weddings since Britian's Prince William and Kate Middleton tied the knot in April. Here are a few pictures from the latest one, in Germany.
‘Powerful’ Ancient Egyptian Queen Hatshepsut May Have Died From Skin Cream She Used (PHOTOS)
An ancient skincare ointment may have been the cause behind the death of the most powerful Egyptian Queen Hatshepsut. The skin ointment was found to contain creosote and asphalt, known carcinogenic substances.
9/11 Attack 10 Years Later: World Trade Center Then and Now (PHOTOS)
Ten years down the line, one under-construction World Trade Center stands near the site of the former World Trade Center complex in New York's Lower Manhattan. New York will mark the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attack on September 11, 2011.
Hurricane Irene New York, North Carolina: How to Prepare for Landfall on Saturday (PHOTOS)
Hurricane Irene, the first tropical cyclone of the Atlantic Hurricane Season 2011, is predicted to reach Category 4 with maximum sustained winds of 131-155 miles per hour as it strikes eastern North Carolina on Saturday, while a Category 1 storm with a wind speed of 90 miles per hour is expected to hit New York on Sunday.
Hurricane Irene Almost One-Third the Size of U.S. East Coast (PHOTO & VIDEO)
As Irene moves in on North Carolina, NASA satellite photos shows its diameter is now about one-third the length of the whole U.S. Atlantic coastline.
When Steve Went Off to an ‘Ashram’ Before Getting into Apple’s Job
Apple’s former CEO Steve Jobs once reflected upon his thoughts about Microsoft founder Bill Gates that actually reflected a lot about Jobs’ past and pre-Apple days.
Hurricane Irene 2011: Ten Deadliest Tropical Cyclones Ever Recorded in the United States
Tropical cyclones that have caused at least 25 deaths on the U.S. mainland during the given period have been categorized as the most deadly by NOAA and NHC.
Top 10 Costliest Hurricanes in U.S. History
NOAA has released the updated and impoverished list of the costliest tropical cyclones in the United States during 1900-2010. These hurricanes caused huge property damage worth billions.
Top 10 Most Intense Hurricanes to Hit US Mainland
NOAA has released the updated and impoverished list of the most intense hurricanes to make landfall in the United States from 1851-2010. These hurricanes are categorized as Major hurricanes, which are a category 3, 4 or 5 hurricanes.
‘William & Catherine: A Royal Romance’ New York Movie Premiere (PHOTOS & VIDEO)
Hallmark Channel's film based on the fairytale love story of Britain’s Prince William and Kate Middleton, “William & Catherine: A Royal Romance” was premiered in New York City on Tuesday.
Hurricane Irene Just 955 Miles of North Carolina
With maximum sustained winds of 110 miles (175 kilometers) per hour, hurricane Irene is heading toward the Carolina states in the U.S. and is just 955 miles (1,535 kilometers) of North Carolina.
Mapping Virginia Earthquake 2011 Locations, Tremor, Damages and Hazards
Here are a few maps that explain the Aug. 23, 2011 earthquake in Virginia, its locations, shocks that were felt across eastern U.S., damages it caused and more.
Facts About 5.8 Magnitude Virginia Earthquake August 23, 2011
A 5.8 magnitude earthquake hit Virginia region in the U.S. on Tuesday at 1:51 p.m. (EDT), causing moderate tremors and several aftershocks across the U.S. East Coast.
What's Seasteading, and What Does it Look Like? (PHOTOS)
Seasteading, a unique concept of making self-governed communities at sea, outside the sovereignty of nations, has attracted wide attention of late.
Martin Luther King Jr.’s 'I Have a Dream' Quotes Adorn His New Memorial in Washington (PHOTOS)
Created by Chinese sculptor, Lei Yixin, the new memorial features a giant statue of the American civil rights leader and his many historic quotes from various speeches including the very famous I Have a Dream speech, chiseled into a wall.
How Tropical Storm Irene Turned into Hurricane: Video and Photos
Hurricane Irene is heading towards the U.S. East Coast and is forecast to make a possible landfall in mainland U.S. in Florida, Georgia or California by the end of the week.
Hurricane Irene Moves Over Puerto Rico, Expected to Reach US East Coast
Hurricane Irene has strengthened over Puerto Rico, becoming the first hurricane of the 2011 Atlantic Season, the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) said in a statement on Monday.
A Record-Breaking Rope Walk on Germany's Highest Ropeway (PHOTOS)
It was quite a balancing act as Freddy Nock, an acrobat from Switzerland did a rope walk on the ropeway of a cable car leading on Germany's highest mountain, the 2,962 meter (9,718 feet) Zugspitze.
Rebels March into Tripoli; Has Gadhafi Fled?
As rebel fighters reached Green Square in heart of Tripoli in the early hours on Monday, speculations ran high that dictator Moammar Gadhafi had fled the capital.
Gene Responsible for Kangaroo's Leap Identified
A new DNA sequencing of a species of an Australian Kangaroo, Macropus eugenii, has revealed the gene responsible for the animal’s unique ability to leap.
Divers Enjoy ‘Last’ Swim with Whale Sharks in Maldives’ Hanifaru Bay (PHOTOS)
For reasons of conservation, Maldives is likely to shut down Hanifaru Bay to divers, making this the last season they can swim with whale sharks and giant manta rays.
Thousands of Sunflowers Planted in Fukushima to Combat Radiation in Full Bloom (PHOTOS)
Thousands of sunflowers planted at Joenji temple in Fukushima, northern Japan, to help fight the radiation from Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Plant, have blossomed.
Prince William and Duchess Catherine Visit Riot Affected Birmingham (PHOTOS)
Britain's Prince William and Catherine (Kate) Middleton, the Duchess of Cambridge visited areas affected by recent violent disturbances in Birmingham in central England on Friday.
First Ever 3D Video from Space Lets You Feel it [SPECTACULAR VIDEO]
The European Space Agency (ESA) has released a live 3D video of inside International Space Station (ISS) for the first time in the history of space travel.
It’s Confirmed, Earth is not Expanding
A recent research by NASA scientists has revealed and confirmed that planet Earth is not expanding, putting all previous speculations since Darwin’s time to rest.
William and Kate Royal Wedding Dolls Unveiled in London [PHOTOS]
London’s Hamleys toy store, one of the largest toy shops in the world, has unveiled Prince William and Princess Catherine royal wedding dolls launched by British toy company Arklu.
A ‘Rare’ 2 AD Statue of Greek Mythical Hero Hercules Discovered in Israel (PHOTOS)
A half-meter marble statue of Hercules, a hero of Greek and Roman mythology, from the second century AD, has been unearthed in the Jezreel Valley in Northern Israel, the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) announced in a statement.
London Beats NY as Top Global Fashion Capital: Kate Middleton Takes the Credit [PHOTOS]
London has overtaken New York City as the Top Global Fashion Capital for 2011, according to Global Language Monitor that gives the credit to the Duchess of Cambridge, Catherine Middleton (Kate Middleton) and designer Alexander McQueen.