There might be plastics inside you right now
Researchers have found evidence of microplastics in human body tissue for the first time. Using a new technique, scientists sampled 47 pieces of organ tissue …
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An even more contagious coronavirus strain was discovered in Asia, but don’t panic
The novel coronavirus is spreading faster in some Asian countries where authorities warn of a mutated COVID-19 strain that might be more infectious than the …
Notorious wild boar steals naked man’s laptop, is now a celebrity
A family of wild boars in Berlin is under fire after stealing a naked sunbather’s laptop in broad daylight. Local authorities have suggested killing the …
Scientists say this coronavirus risk factor is especially dangerous for men
Researchers have identified several coronavirus risk factors that can make COVID-19 worse. Cancer, heart disease, diabetes, weak immune system, and obesity are among the medical …
If you see this bug, kill it
The spotted lanternfly is invading the East Coast and officials are urging citizens to be on the lookout for the invasive species and kill it …
The CDC is especially worried about one state’s coronavirus death rate
Coronavirus deaths are predicted to accelerate soon in one western US state, according to the latest weekly estimate released by the CDC. The CDC’s experts …
NASA’s Mars helicopter is already hitting milestones
NASA powered up the batteries on its Mars helicopter for the first time during its trip to the Red Planet. The aircraft will prove that …
Opening schools back up is already resulting in an increase of COVID-19 infections
Schools that have re-opened for classroom learning are already seeking spikes in coronavirus cases. While kids typically do not experience severe coronavirus symptoms, studies have …
This is when coronavirus patients are the most contagious
With the coronavirus transmission rate still high, people must understand how the virus spreads, how long it takes to develop symptoms, and when a person …
Tokyo has transparent public toilets, and they’re awesome
A new public toilet restoration project in Tokyo has resulted in transparent restrooms that magically block people’s view once the door is locked. The project …
If you’re feeling hopeless about coronavirus, Dr. Fauci has 3 words for you
White House health advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci has a 3-word message for everyone who’s feeling overwhelmed by each day’s coronavirus update. “Don’t give up” is …
You’re most likely to get the coronavirus in the one place you can’t avoid
A new study claims that the place you are most likely to catch the coronavirus is at home. The Guangzhou Center for Disease Control and …
New studies reveal very good news about coronavirus immunity
Scientists are getting closer to explaining coronavirus immunity after infection or after immunization with a potential vaccine. A new series of studies shows that the …
How did this lost dog survive for three months in a sea cave?
A dog lost for three months on the coast of Vancouver Island was miraculously rescued by a pair of surfers who just happened to be …
Dr. Fauci says it’s ‘very unlikely’ people can get COVID-19 from doing this
During a recent interview, Dr. Anthony Fauci said that the chance of someone contracting the coronavirus from touching an inanimate object is ‘very unlikely.’ With …
There’s still ‘no evidence’ that coronavirus is being transmitted by food
Coronavirus transmission via food isn’t a risk, the World Health Organization reassure. A number of reports from New Zealand and China indicated that the coronavirus …
This new coronavirus breakthrough is key to helping determine if you’re infected
A new study provides a key detail surrounding coronavirus symptoms, the likely order in which COVID-19 signs appear in infected patients. The timeline of COVID-19 …
Here’s when Fauci thinks the coronavirus pandemic will end and life will go back to normal
People are worried that the coronavirus pandemic will prevent life from going back to normal for several months or even several years. Dr. Anthony Fauci …
Study finds the coronavirus may have entered the U.S. in December 2019
According to a new research study, the coronavirus may have started spreading in Washington state as early as December 2019. Many initial coronavirus patients in …
Scientists just found something new in our mouths
Researchers have discovered a new type of taste cell that can detect the full rank of taste stimuli. The cells are different from the previously …
Bald eagle in Michigan takes down and destroys a government drone
Michigan government workers were doing a survey of shoreline erosion on Lake Michigan when a bald eagle attacked and took down their drone. The drone …
The coronavirus has a weakness you can easily exploit, according to Fauci
The latest coronavirus update from White House health advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci includes some good news. In an Instagram Live interview with actor Matthew McConaughey, …
CDC finally revealed how long coronavirus immunity lasts – and it looks like bad news
How long does coronavirus immunity last after infection? The CDC quietly published the first defined COVID-19 immunity period on its website. The virus is too …
Scientists might have figured out why Betelgeuse keeps dimming
Astronomers using observations from the Hubble Space Telescope have come up with a new theory as to why the star Betelgeuse is dimming. The researchers …
The novel coronavirus might be even deadlier than 1918 Spanish flu
Coronavirus deaths might be comparable to the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic, researchers said in a new study. COVID-19 is deadlier than the regular flu that …
US is making its own coronavirus strain for human challenge trials
According to Reuters, US scientists are attempting to manufacture a strain of the novel coronavirus that they could use to intentionally infect participants in human …
NASA’s Mars orbiter celebrates 15 years as NASA looks back at its accomplishments
The Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter has been in space for 15 years now, and NASA has taken the anniversary as an opportunity to celebrate its most …
You might be surprised at this new coronavirus advice from Dr. Fauci
Everyone by now should be familiar with important coronavirus tips like social-distancing and wearing a face mask. White House health advisor Dr. Anthony Fauci has …
This revolutionary new coronavirus cure is already saving lives
A breakthrough coronavirus cure might soon be available, as researchers are studying a drug that could eliminate the virus, calm the immune response, and repair …
If you have any of these products in your home, throw them away immediately
The FDA and CDC have expanded the recall for onion-containing products that may be tainted with the Salmonella bacteria. The products include salsas and dips …
