Science & Health

Researchers create functioning heart and brain cells from skin cells

The method offers an alternative to genetic engineering.

May 2, 2016

By Jayalakshmi K

Brief bursts of intense exercise give same health benefits as long duration activity

The study showed a 10 minute protocol gave same benefits as a 45 minute regimen.

Apr 28, 2016

By Jayalakshmi K

Exercise helps a gene prolong lifespan by up to 22 percent

The gene in the dopamine system of the brain can extend lifespan when aided by the right environment.

Apr 25, 2016

By Jayalakshmi K

Solar-powered plane completes over half of round-the-world flight without fuel

Solar Impulse 2, the world's first solar-powered plane has successfully completed more than half of its round-the-world flight without fuel.

Apr 25, 2016

By Sanskrity Sinha

Sweet drinks and foods alter genes in brain and cause many diseases

A high-fructose diet also leads to high blood glucose, triglycerides and insulin levels.

Apr 25, 2016

By Jayalakshmi K

China announces 'all-in-one' Mars mission, to land on planet by 2021

Calls for China's own mission mounted after India reached the planet in 2014, a Xinhua report said.

Apr 23, 2016

By Boby Michael

Magnesium the key to the body clock besides many other vital roles

When and how the cells turn food to fuel is also controlled by the nutrient.

Apr 21, 2016

By Jayalakshmi K

Climate change: Shift from fossil fuels can happen in just ten years

This would call for a collaborative effort with shifts in technology, regulations and pricing schemes.

Apr 18, 2016

By Jayalakshmi K

Vegetable oils no better than animal fats in preventing heart disease

Lowering of cholesterol was linked to higher risk of death.

Apr 18, 2016

By Jayalakshmi K

Minister says Zika virus will 'inevitably' come to Singapore

Large number of tourist arrivals in Singapore means it is tough to close the door shut on the dreaded zika virus.

Apr 18, 2016

By Jacob J

Blood pressure reading must be taken from both arms to assess heart disease risks

A difference in the arms can indicate a risk for heart diseases even in seemingly healthy people.

Apr 18, 2016

By Jayalakshmi K

Climate change could be deciding factor for the Earth's tilt

The shift in the geographic poles and the wobble in the Earth's spin arises from changes in mass distribution.

Apr 16, 2016

By Jayalakshmi K

Worse to come as March beats record for the hottest weather in 125 years

This is the 11th month in a row to record a 1 deg rise in temperature.

Apr 16, 2016

By Jayalakshmi K

Breakthrough Starshot plans a giant leap to Alpha Centauri in 30 years

The billion dollar project plans to send light propelled nanocraft to explore distant star systems.

Apr 13, 2016

By Jayalakshmi K

Almost 80 percent water used in rural China is unsafe for human contact finds ministry

The shallow wells were polluted with heavy elements besides nitrates and ammonias.

Apr 12, 2016

By Jayalakshmi K

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Science & Health

Researchers create functioning heart and brain cells from skin cells

Brief bursts of intense exercise give same health benefits as long duration activity

Exercise helps a gene prolong lifespan by up to 22 percent

Solar-powered plane completes over half of round-the-world flight without fuel

Sweet drinks and foods alter genes in brain and cause many diseases

China announces 'all-in-one' Mars mission, to land on planet by 2021

Magnesium the key to the body clock besides many other vital roles

Climate change: Shift from fossil fuels can happen in just ten years

Vegetable oils no better than animal fats in preventing heart disease

Minister says Zika virus will 'inevitably' come to Singapore

Blood pressure reading must be taken from both arms to assess heart disease risks

Climate change could be deciding factor for the Earth's tilt

Worse to come as March beats record for the hottest weather in 125 years

Breakthrough Starshot plans a giant leap to Alpha Centauri in 30 years

Almost 80 percent water used in rural China is unsafe for human contact finds ministry

Frozen Secret: Thousands of 'Alien-Like' Icefish Nests Found Beneath Antarctic Ice Sheet

Frozen Secret: Thousands of 'Alien-Like' Icefish Nests Found Beneath Antarctic Ice Sheet

Singapore's Skies Will Sparkle in Early November — Don't Miss the Beaver Moon and Meteor Shower Show!

Singapore's Skies Will Sparkle in Early November — Don't Miss the Beaver Moon and Meteor Shower Show!