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‘Alien’ Planet Discovered Circling Dying Star

A group of experts confirmed the existence of an exoplanet that was formed outside the Milky Way, but which was brought into our galaxy as its star was engulfed during a galactic merger. The finding has tremendous implications for the field...

Study shows, Sleeping will Assist Learning

If you’re trying to learn a new word, you may want to sleep on it, a new study suggests. Researchers taught volunteers new words in the evening and then immediately tested their recall of the words. The volunteers slept in the laboratory while...

just remember to search it

The day of our monthsary went by. But, we had a great time. Wifey and I agreed to have a good time with my brother who is new to the place. Even if it is our special day, we decided to tag him along. It is better that way at least he can also...

Useful Cleaning Tips using Baking Soda

I’ve long used baking soda and white vinegar to keep my kitchen and bathroom drains clear and fresh smelling. I just put a teaspoon or less of baking soda into the drain and then pour in about a tablespoon of vinegar. I must admit that...

Seeking to Discover the ‘Love Drug’

If scientists are right in their predictions of how research in the field of love evolves, poetic ramblings and incurable romantics will soon become a matter of the past. One behavioral psychologist, for instance, strongly believes science is...

Learn How to Avoid Panic Attack

In the course of the very first panic attack, the shock of having one can leave a very lasting experience on the person. In fact, it can be so traumatizing that the person will associate the panic attack with the activity or place and start...

Danger of Skin Cancer from Sun Exposure

Health experts never cease to warn sun-lovers of the many dangers inherent in too much exposure, even when protected by sun lotions and sunscreens. Tanning, both on the beach and with tanning beds, is the number one cause for developing skin...

sunlight can prevent myopia in children

Earlier it was believed that reading, extensive schooling and computer work were the main factors that contributed to the ever-increasing rate of myopia in children. While these three causes have not been eliminated completely from the equation,...

Dealing with Frustration and End a Bad Day

It’s not unusual that we wake up and just know that “today’s going to be a bad day.” At times, we may even feel as if the entire universe has conjured against us to deliver us a blow that we may not recover from for the entire day, which...

2010 Top Fashion Accessories for Girls

Basically, accessories add color, style and class to an outfit, and create a certain look, but they may also have practical functions. Handbags are for carrying small necessary items, hats protect the face from weather elements. Many accessories...