Scientists recently developed state-of-the-art miniature greenhouses that can provide nourishment for residents of future lunar colonies. More »
Joseph Helfgot was about to receive a long-awaited heart donation -- but after he died on the operating table, he helped provide life and hope to several other patients. More »
Contrary to what many people believe, true love doesn't just happen in Etta James songs and Disney movies. And, for a lucky few, the passionate romance of early love never dies. More »
Even the most indulgent luxury hotels might start looking a little bland once you get a taste of the new "hotel room of the future," an experimental room designed by German scientists. More »
Just 22 years ago, the disease was tough for most Africans to avoid: around 3.5 million cases of the parasitic infection were diagnosed in 1986. Now, Guineau worm disease has been nearly eradicated. More »
A new breakthrough in the electricity industry could bring water power to the masses. More »
How's your next door neighbor doing these days? The question may seem random, but in fact, a neighbor's happiness may have a bigger impact on your own emotional state than even your own spouse. More »
There's nothing worse than the sensation of soaking wet clothes on your body when you get caught outside in a heavy rainstorm. But thanks to a new development in fabric from scientists at the University of Zurich, wet clothing may soon be a matter of the past. More »
On Monday, a rare alignment of the planets created a vision similar to a smiley face, consisting of Venus and Jupiter as eyes, above a cresent moon in the shape of a smiling mouth. More »
Sick of wasting thousands of hours and dollars on salon treatments to cover up those white roots? Soon, you may be in luck: scientists have created a new drug that can trigger the production of new pigmentation, which may allow hair to return to its former natural shade. More »
When you feel yourself craving a chocolatey snack every time you pass your favorite bakery, there’s a simple way to curb your urges: Just keep on walking. More »
Everyone knows that a good splash of tequila is the crowning jewel in a first-class margarita. But it turns out, the intoxicating drink could create actual jewels, too. Diamonds, to be exact. More »
Sugar has powered children’s hyperactive lives for centuries—but did you know it may now be able to power your MP3 player, too? More »
A new type of superglue inspired by the gecko lizard's unusual feet could be the stickiest substance yet. More »
Archaeologists' new dating techniques reveal a shocking fact about cave paintings: many of the paintings were done over a period of 20,000 years or so. More »