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Fukishima Radiation Could Hit United States West Coast in April
Fukishima Radiation could hit United States waters in April. Radiation drifting from the Fukushima nuclear plant could hit the United States west coast as early as next Month The International Business Times reported.
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Massive Killer Bee Mob Stings Woman 1,000 times, Expected to Recover
A woman is expected to recuperate from 1,000 bee stings. A 71-year-old woman has 1,000 new bee stings after a mob of 75,000 to 80,000 killer bees harmed her Thursday The Press Enterprise reported Friday.
Scientists Propose Use of Infrared Radiation as Renewable Energy
Physicists at Harvard University have proposed the gathering of energy from Earth’s Infrared emissions and using it as a new renewable resource. The researchers said that recent advances in technology could give them the chance to convert the radiation into direct-current (DC) power.
FDA Warns of Cognitive Effects of New Cholesterol Drugs
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has been looking into harmful effects that new cholesterol drugs have on cognitive function. Sanofi SA, one of the large drug firms developing the drugs, said in its annual report on Friday that the FDA asked them to evaluate the neurocognitive negative impacts of its drugs, one of which is called PCSK9 inhibitors.
Bill Would Stop Orca Killer Whale Shows at California's SeaWorld
A bill would end orca shows at SeaWorld. Orca shows at California's SeaWorld could stop if legislation is passed UT San Diego reported Friday. Concern arose after a documentary about the killer whales was shown on CNN, and therefore prompted Richard Bloom (D) a California State Assembyman to create a proposal.
Apple Denies Request from Grieving Son to Unlock Late Mother’s iPad
Apple Inc. has been accused by a grieving son of an “utter lack of understanding and discretion” after the company refused to unlock the iPad of his late mother. Anthea Grant passed away from breast cancer earlier this year at the age of 59, and her son, Josh, 26, from London, became the co-executor of Anthea’s will and estate with his brother, Patrick.
Facebook Changes Policy on Gun Posts and Ads
Facebook announced on Wednesday it will make changes to gun advertisements after advocacy groups and law enforcement addressed their concern for firearm advertising on the website. Facebook said it will regulate sales of guns on its site and on its photo-sharing app Instagram.
Study Discovers E-Cigarettes May Not Discourage Teens to Quit Smoking
A new study released on Thursday has found that middle school and high school students who use electronic cigarettes are more likely to start smoking real cigarettes and less likely to quit than those who did not use the devices.
Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Rises due to New School Meal Standards
A new study from Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) shows that adding more fruits and vegetables to meals at schools leads to kids eating healthier food. The study is based on new standards made by the federal government in 2012, which required schools to provide healthier meals for children.
Worldwide Whale Watching Avallable Online (LIVE STREAM)
Catch rare sightings of whales off United States waters right from your computer via recently uploaded live stream capabilities.