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Children Of Smokers Tend To Be More Impulsive
Adolescents may have more in common with their smoking parents than previously thought. These adolescents may also share a tendency to act impulsively, a trait that could be linked to...
Does Your Personality Influence Who You Vote For?
Does your personality influence who you vote for? The short answer is yes, according to one professor of psychology. As Americans go to the polls in record numbers to vote...
'Opt Out' System Could Solve Donor Organ Shortage, Says Researcher
A system of presumed consent for organ donation -- where people have to opt out of donating their organs when they die -- is the best way to tackle a...
Pope, physicist Hawking at evolution gathering
Pope Benedict told a gathering of scientists including the British cosmologist Stephen Hawking on Friday that there was no contradiction between believing in God and empirical science.
Where Have All the Students Gone?
A number of factors are contributing to the declining enrollment of soil science students, and solutions must be discussed by department staff at universities across the nation. The National...
Flights of Fancy Delight, Even Those of Paper Wings
On Saturday, the New York Hall of Science again became a testing ground for paper airplanes, as dozens of children and a few adults prepared for a public arts event...
First Moonwalker Donates Personal Papers
Former astronaut Neil Armstrong gives his personal papers to his alma mater.
Study links primary insomnia to a neurochemical abnormality in young adults
A study in the 1 November issue of the journal Sleep is the first demonstration of a specific neurochemical abnormality in adults with primary insomnia, providing greater insight to the...
Art Teams With Science to Explain It All to You
In “Science of the Five Senses,” a series of talks starting on Monday at the New York Academy of Sciences, teams of researchers and artists will explore the inner workings...
Dot Earth: Science Advice for the Next President
Nearly 180 organizations are urging the next president to appoint a White House science adviser by Inauguration Day.
Amateur bowlers could be in a fast lane to pain
We know that professional athletes regularly suffer injuries, but amateur athletes can experience serious pains as well.
DVD-driven home workout gets the job done
She opted out of those crowded fitness classes and found inspiration in the famous folks who lead her in DVD workouts. ...
Little proof of cellulite cream success
Revitol Cellulite Solution, Nivea's Good-bye Cellulite gel-cream and Biobodyslim claim to smooth out the 'cottage cheese' look. But an expert says there is no real solution for the battle of...
Future of physics 'under threat'
Leading physicists have told the BBC that long-term research is under threat because of a shortage of funding.
Behavioral Link Between Breastfeeding And Lower Risk Of Childhood Obesity
While breastfeeding has been shown to reduce the risk of childhood obesity, the reason isn't clear. Researchers think it might have something to do with mom's attitudes and behavior at...
Presidential Candidates' Television Ads Most Negative In History
The 2008 presidential campaign, as reflected in candidates' television spots, has been one of the most negative campaigns in history. A University of Missouri professor analyzed this year's candidates' television...
A Pretty Face Can Make A Difference In Whom You Vote For
It's not surprising that everyone is talking about the great looks of Sarah Palin. The decision to play up the looks of the former beauty queen is a winning strategy....
Late-Night Comedy's Effect On Voters
"During the presidential campaigns over the past two decades, mainstream late-night comedians like Leno and Letterman have relied largely on the least-common denominator jokes that everyone will get: Gore is...
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VIDEO: Proof of Bible's King David?
The oldest known Hebrew inscription has reportedly been found where David and Goliath are said to have fought in Israel. If the controversial claim is true, it bolsters biblical accounts.
Most public renters unemployed
Almost two thirds of public housing tenants are unemployed, with many citing lack of training, education or experience as obstacles, a report has found.
Feature: Aged care? Ask the elderly
If we really want to care for the elderly perhaps we should ask them what they want, writes Janine Sim-Jones.
Religious belief and devotion linked to sense of personal control
(PhysOrg.com) -- An individual's level of commitment to religious rituals like praying and attending service is directly linked to their sense of personal control in life, according to new University...
Social Media And Presidential Election: Impact Of YouTube, MySpace
What is the impact of media on the political landscape in the US? Researchers are investigating the impact of hugely popular social media's impact on the upcoming presidential contest.
Europe seeks consensus over 'living wills'
The question whether a common European position on advance directives, or 'living wills' is ethically required and practically feasible was discussed at a recent workshop organised by the European Science...
Phone coaching can help promote modest weight loss
Many Americans rarely leave home without their phones, and that could come in handy for those attempting to lose weight, according to a new study. 'Since so many people use...
The First Few Minutes After Death
After countless accounts of near-death experiences, dating as far back as ancient Greece, science is now taking serious steps forward to explore the nature of the phenomenon. A new...
US science office must promote global collaboration
The White House science office must boost science and technology for international cooperation on many fronts, says Rodney W. Nichols.