SCIENCE

Given the number of asteroids that approach and hit Earth on a daily basis, it’s surprising to see how the International Space Station (ISS) manages to stay safe from the whizzing space rocks.

NASA has confirmed that a resupply mission to the International Space Station (ISS) through SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft has been delayed.

The Taal Volcano in the Philippines continues to show signs of unrest after recently emitting towering steam-laden plumes.

NASA shared a stunning photo taken by the Hubble Space Telescope of a distant edge-on galaxy.

NASA’s asteroid tracking system has spotted a massive near-Earth object bigger than the Statue of Liberty approaching Earth.

A hiker discovered the first sighting of a rainbow snake in the Ocala National Forest. It was the first sighting of the species in Florida sicne 1969. The snake resides under riverbank flotsam like Spanish moss or logs.

Suffering from cancer is not something that you can just neglect. Health experts have always recommended to be on the lookout for symptoms so as to be able to find the right treatment the soonest. One sign you might not be aware of is having frequent hiccups.

The protein may be the cause of inflammation in asthma patients.

She was suffering from a rare medical condition called auto-brewery syndrome.

Mysticism and superstitions once lorded over the question of the number of years a person is expected to live. Such beliefs have since been superseded by science, however, replacing it with more reliable information as to how to improve longevity. Studies that focused on improving life span continue to enlighten the human race on how lifestyle factors affect longevity. Still, there are strong pieces of evidence pointing to particular traits that may also impact life span, such as a certain type of smell.

Government records show that approximately four million people are living with diabetes in the UK. This means that one in every sixteen persons will acquire a type of condition in their lifetime. What is the difference, however, particularly in terms of symptoms, between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes?

The treatment works by injecting beta cells, instead of insulin into patients.

The findings of a new study contradict the U.S. guidelines that advise women to drink 3 glasses of milk daily.

Dementia is a progressive chronic disorder of the mental processes which may have been caused by an injury or brain disease. This condition also leads to the manifestation of physical signs like changes in the way you walk.

The Internet contains thousands of websites advising people on how to deal with hair loss. Many of these websites, some of them owned by brick-and-mortar businesses, sometimes make unfounded claims about hair loss remedies. These false claims not only bring about much disappointment, but some of them may also harm your health. There is a particular hair loss advice that has gained popularity online but one that doctors are warning people about.

After delivering your baby, the thought of having sleepless nights ahead immediately goes into your mind. Do you, however, know how much sleep does your newborn really need?

Bed bug infestation can be very terrifying because the insects can deposit themselves in the nooks and crannies of a home, making them difficult to capture. This distinctive smell may indicate you have such infestation.

One of the most common health conditions in the UK is high blood pressure. If left unchecked, it can lead to the development of life-threatening complications. Studies showed that having a certain tea can help keep blood pressure readings in check

CDC warns Americans to channelize their worry about the potential coronavirus crisis into being prepared for it.

One CubeSat will search for ice while the other will be in the targeted orbit of the future lunar outpost.

Conservation efforts often focus on charismatic representatives, placing less charismatic yet equally important species in the sidelines.

The most common symptom of a heart attack is excruciating pain in the chest. There are other warning signs, however, that can manifest in other areas of your body. One of the lesser-known warning signs you may be at risk of suffering from a heart attack is experiencing coldness in this area of the body.

The results of a new study suggest that seagulls are more likely to approach food that people placed down.

In preparation for NASA’s Mars sample-return mission, scientists discussed the possibility of a disease outbreak on Earth caused by a pathogen from the Red Planet. Scientists noted that the lessons learned from the ongoing coronavirus outbreak could prevent this type of scenario from happening.

Japan is currently preparing for a new mission that would involve visiting Mars’ moon Phobos. Aside from exploring the Red Planet’s natural satellite, Japan also plans to bring back samples from Phobos to Earth.

Scientists have recently discovered the first-ever animal on Earth that does not breathe. According to the scientists, the newly discovered animal does not need oxygen to live.

Other than Mars, scientists at NASA are looking to explore other worlds to search for alien life. Some of the places they plan to visit are Europa and Enceladus, the icy moons of Jupiter and Saturn respectively.

Venus and the Moon are about to put on a wonderful celestial event that will be visible from Earth. This week, the two cosmic bodies will meet and “share a kiss” in the sky.

NASA warned that a massive asteroid is set to approach Earth this week. According to the data gathered by the agency, the approaching asteroid is big enough and moving fast enough to cause an impact event on Earth if it hits the planet.