2019-03-01
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Music to Our Ears
December 22, 2011Why do we like the kinds of music we do? It could have to do with our brains (as well as the shape of our ears). We all love the sights and sounds of Christmas, but there are some noises... continued
There May be Diamonds in the Sky
December 22, 2011At the first Christmas, three astrologers followed a star that shone so brightly, it looked like a diamond in the sky. A new study suggests that some stars in the Milky Way could harbor "carbon super-Earths"--giant terrestrial planets that are made... continued
Let There be Light
December 22, 2011In the Christmas season, we become even more aware that light affects mood, and a new study indicates that light may also play a role in modulating fear and anxiety. So whether or not you've switched, turn on the lights... continued
Finding That Elusive Parking Place
December 21, 2011Lots of us wish that cars would not only drive themselves, but that they would park themselves too. While a few automakers are starting to create cars that can do that, for most of us, finding a parking place at... continued
Faced With a Tough Choice? Here’s What You’ll Probably Do
December 21, 2011During the Christmas season, the biggest choice we usually have to make is what present to buy for someone--but sometimes we're faced with tough choices. Here's an example: Would you take someone's life in order to prevent the deaths of... continued
Does Your Neighborhood Look Like It’s Underwater?
December 21, 2011We switched and now almost everybody has, especially when it comes to Christmas lights. LED lights are cooler and cheaper to run than old-fashioned incandescent decorations, but some people are unhappy about the chilly "underwater" glow they give to everything,... continued
If Only Cars Could Drive Themselves
December 20, 2011Being stuck in heavy traffic on your way to the mall to get last minute gifts can take away your Christmas spirit FAST. Thousands of accidents (and deaths) could be avoided every year if cars drove (and parked) themselves, and... continued
Dogs Have Been Our Friends Since Prehistoric Times
December 20, 2011Getting a puppy for Christmas? It's amazing to realize that all dogs of today, that come in so many shapes and sizes, are all descended from the same animal--the wolf. Man domesticated the dog, as a working and hunting partner... continued
Coral Reefs are Dying– A Surprising Reason Why
December 20, 2011It's a real enigma: Humans aren't the only thing that's killing coral--a certain variety of seaweed is doing the same thing, in a battle beneath the sea. Scientists for the first time have identified and mapped the chemical structure of... continued
Think Twice Before Getting That Manicure
December 19, 2011Thinking of getting your nails done for those holiday parties? How about a new haircut? We hate to make you paranoid (NOTE: Subscribers can still listen to this show), but doctors suspect there is a risk of hepatitis transmission through... continued