North Korea Says UN Condemnation Of Missile Launch ‘Provocative’
The reported success of Pyongyang’s attempt at launching a ballistic missile from a submarine Wednesday drew sharp criticism from the member states of the United Nations Security Council.
Bangladesh Cafe Attack: Police Kill ‘Mastermind’ In Raid Near Dhaka
Twenty people, mostly foreign nationals, were killed in the attack on capital Dhaka’s Holey Artisan Bakery in July.
Dwyane Wade’s Cousin Killed In Chicago Shooting
The Chicago Bulls star’s cousin, Nykea Aldridge, was shot dead in what Wade called an “act of senseless gun violence.”
Proposed Wolf Killings In Washington Spark Outrage Amongst Conservation Groups, Tribes
The state has decided to kill the nine remaining members of the Profanity Peak pack after attacks on livestock, and the decision has sparked outrage among activists.
First Great White Shark Nursery Discovered By Ocearch Team Off Long Island Coast
Ocearch founder and leader of the expedition, Chris Fischer, termed this development as “probably the most significant discovery we’ve ever made on the ocean.”
Britney Spears Biopic: Natasha Bassett Roped In To Play Singer In Lifetime Production
The Lifetime cable network is behind the project that is set to trace Spears' tumultuous personal and professional life.
Monsanto Drops Plan To Introduce New Genetically Modified Cotton Seed In India Following Dispute With Government
The dispute between Monsanto and the Indian government saw a further escalation as the seed maker withdrew the application for its next generation of genetically modified cotton seeds.
Breast Cancer: Gene Tests May Allow Some Women In Early Stages Of Cancer To Skip Chemotherapy
Overtreating early-stage breast cancer patients is an ongoing issue, some doctors say.
Veterans With History Of Painkiller Abuse More Likely To Use Heroin, New Study Finds
A study of U.S. military veterans showed that those who abused opioid painkillers were 5.4 times more likely to use heroin than those who did not.
Sepsis Declared Medical Emergency By CDC, Fast Action Required For Prevention
Sepsis is a difficult-to-diagnose complication of an infection that can be life threatening even with minor delays.
Taylor Swift To Donate $1 Million For Louisiana Flood Relief
The singer made the announcement after thousands were displaced in what is being called the state's worst flooding in history.
Fish Urine Essential For Survival, Growth Of Coral Reefs, New Study Finds
Overfishing in the Caribbean reefs has lead to a depletion of nutrients essential for the survival of the corals, one of which is phosphorus from fish urine.
EpiPen Price Surge Causing Families To Risk Severe Allergic Reactions
EpiPens dispense epinephrine, a synthetic adrenaline used to counter effects of severe allergic reactions. A rise in its price has led families to look for risky alternatives.
Fifth Force Of Nature Possibly Discovered, New Study Says
During a series of experiments last year, Hungarian experimental physicists chanced upon a new particle that may be the basis of the fifth force of nature, a new study has shown.
Guantanamo Bay: 15 Detainees Transferred To United Arab Emirates As Part Of Obama’s Drive To Shut Down Prison
Twelve Yemeni and three Afghan citizens have been transferred to the United Arab Emirates as part of President Obama’s push to close the facility.
Acetaminophen Use By Pregnant Women May Lead To Behavioral Problems In Children, New Study Finds
When used during pregnancy, pain-relieving medication also called paracetamol, may increase the risk of children developing behavioral problems, a study has found.
Hong Kong Protests: No Jail Term For Student Leaders In Charges For ‘Umbrella Movement’
Joshua Wong, Nathan Law and Alex Chow were facing charges of unlawful assembly and inciting others during the city’s “Umbrella Movement.”
Airlander 10: World’s Largest Airship’s Maiden Flight Postponed Due To Technical Glitch
Airlander 10, which was originally developed for the U.S. military, can travel at up to 90 miles per hour and stay in the air for almost two weeks.
Almost 200 Montserrat Tarantulas Hatch At British Zoo In A First
According to officials from the Chester Zoo, this is the first time that the Montserrat tarantulas have been successfully bred in captivity.
Black, Hispanic Students Less Likely To Receive Mental Health Treatment Than White Students: Study
A new study has found that black and Hispanic students are less likely to receive proper mental health treatment than their white counterparts.
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual Students More Vulnerable To Rape, Physical Assault: New CDC Report
Gay, lesbian and bisexual students in high school are more vulnerable to rape and physical assault than heterosexual kids, a new study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds.
Alzheimer’s Disease: Period Pain Drug Cures Symptoms In Mice, New Research Shows
Mefenamic acid, a drug commonly used to relieve menstrual pain, has been shown to reverse symptoms of the disease in mice, according to a new research.
Lionel Messi Retirement Update: Barcelona Star To Make A Comeback With Argentina’s National Squad
The Barcelona star had announced his decision to quit the national soccer team after Argentina’s second consecutive Copa America final loss to Chile in June.
Sleep Deprivation Affects Some Regions Of The Brain More Than Others, New Study Finds
A new study compared the brain’s response to the body’s circadian clock and the drive to sleep to conclude that parts of the brain dealing with problem solving and concentration were more affected.
Channel Island Foxes Removed From Endangered Species List In Record-Breaking Recovery
Four of the six subspecies of island fox were federally listed as endangered in 2004 when their numbers fell as low as 15 in certain islands.
Michael Phelps’ Son Boomer Supports Dad On Instagram As Swimmer Bags 21st Gold Medal At Rio Olympics
As ace swimmer Michael Phelps raised his career Olympic gold medal tally to 21, his 3-month-old son’s Instagram post cheered him on.
Toxic Chemicals Contaminate Drinking Water For Over 6 Million Americans, Study Finds
Harvard researchers have shown the presence of PFASs, which can cause alarming health issues in the water that many Americans are drinking.
Heron’s (HRTX) Sustol For Chemotherapy-Induced Nausea Approved By FDA In Third Attempt
Sustol is a long-acting injection that prevents chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting, two of the treatment’s most acute side effects.
Kim Hyun-joong Wins Compensation Battle Against Ex-Girlfriend In Local Court
The K-pop star has been embroiled in a legal tussle with his ex-girlfriend after he was accused of physical assault in 2014.
Reading Books Increases Lifespan, New Study Finds
Researchers from Yale University found that reading books can increase a person’s life span by as much as two years.