R. Siva Kumar

Antibiotics In Animal Feed May Also Be Increasing Global Drug-Resistant Bacteria

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 17, 2016 10:34 AM EDT

Using antibiotics in animal feed on farms may be leading to global problems, as the resistance to antibiotics might be spreading.

Is The Trump Drive Creating Hatred, Fear In Schools?

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 17, 2016 09:12 AM EDT

The loud rhetoric and chest-thumping in the 2016 presidential elections, especially those of Republican front-runner Donald Trump, are starting to affect the nation's schoolchildren.

Pope Francis Visits Greece, Takes 12 Refugees To Vatican

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 17, 2016 09:12 AM EDT

Pope Francis' recent visit to the Greek Island of Lesbos to meet refugees was made to prove his solidarity with them. He proved his point by leaving with 12 migrants from three Syrian families.

Jet Hand Dryers, Rather Than Paper Towels, Spread More Viruses Around

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 17, 2016 09:12 AM EDT

The hand dryer tends to spread viruses into the air, so perhaps it is best avoided, says a new study.

Memory May Play A Role In Recovery From Sad Events

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 17, 2016 09:12 AM EDT

University of Massachusetts Amherst researchers found that episodic memory is important for emotional recovery, especially among middle-aged and older adults.

Low-Carb Diet Reduces Lifespan And Energy Supply To Tumors

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 17, 2016 09:11 AM EDT

Low-carb diets can fight common brain cancer in adults by reducing nutrient supply to tumors, says a study on mice models of glioblastoma.

Worm Infections May Actually Help Your Gut By Treating Inflammatory Bowel Diseases

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 17, 2016 09:11 AM EDT

A worm infection may help cure inflammatory bowel diseases, as it can help the microbiome in your gut to counter IBD.

Is There An Alternative To Shaking Hands With Saudi Arabia?

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 17, 2016 09:11 AM EDT

Recent reports say that Pakistan's intelligence services were behind a deadly 2009 Taliban attack on a CIA outpost in Afghanistan.

New Super-Thin, Tattoo-Like 'E-Skin' Can Measure Heart Rate, Blood Sugar And Oxygen

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 17, 2016 09:11 AM EDT

Scientists create new organic e-skin that can stick to the body like a tattoo and monitor blood oxygen, heart rate and blood sugar.

'Captain America: Civil War' Premiere Was An Electrifying Night

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 16, 2016 01:15 PM EDT

Crowds surged at the Captain America: Civil War' premier show featured at Dolby Theatres in Los Angeles

Oil Industry Even In 1950s Knew About Fossil Fuel Impact On Climate Change: Report

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 16, 2016 01:13 PM EDT

New reports show that since the '50s, Big Oil knew about, yet tried to whitewash the data about the detrimental effects of fossil fuels on the climate.

Aisha Tyler Divorces Husband Jeff Tietjens After 22 Years Of Marriage

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 16, 2016 10:15 AM EDT

Aisha Tyler is divorcing her college sweetheart, Jeff Tietjens. They got separated since January 2015, though they have been married for more than 20 years.

Victoria Beckham Teams Up With Estée Lauder For Limited-Time Makeup Line

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 16, 2016 10:14 AM EDT

Victoria Beckham announced Friday that she is partnering with makeup giant Estée Lauder in order to launch a full collection that will be out in the market for a limited period, since September 2016.

Angela Merkel Agrees For Prosecuting German Comic Who Offended Turkish President

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 16, 2016 07:45 AM EDT

German Chancellor Angela Merkel supports the prosecution of a local comic, who "insulted" Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

In Just One Decade, Fossil Fuels Can Be Globally Phased Out

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 16, 2016 07:44 AM EDT

Scientists have found that with earnest government intervention, we can meet climate goals.

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