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When Stars Explode

December 24, 2009
New research suggests studying the shape of the aftermath of supernovas (exploding stars) may allow astronomers to figure out what caused them (before the same thing happens to our sun?) A new study of images from NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory... continued

Dark Matter

December 24, 2009
Found in a cave? - Scientists have gotten a big Christmas present: Researchers at the Dept. of Energy's Fermilab near Chicago have detected signals of what CERN is looking so hard for: that elusive substance known as dark matter. And... continued

It’s not Road Rage, it’s

December 23, 2009
Wrap rage! - According to a poll of Pennsylvania adults, about 17% experienced an injury or knows someone who was injured while opening gifts during past seasons. Wrap rage is defined as anger brought on by the frustration of trying... continued

Is Christmas Dinner Dangerous?

December 23, 2009
It's Christmas time and it's evil corn yet again! When you eat that Christmas dinner, remember this: A diet high in fructose increases the risk of developing high blood pressure. And it doesn't take a lot of fruit: The high... continued

Christmas Can be Tough on a Marriage

December 23, 2009
How are marriages holding up in this recession? The holiday season, filled as it is with family, is a particularly tough time to have empty pockets. It's an especially bad time to be a working-class man with no college education.... continued

Replacement Bees?

December 22, 2009
Will there be flowers (and food crops) next spring? European Honey bees are dying off, leading farmers to worry about how to pollinate their fields. A replacement for them might be the native American bumble bee. A recent study shows... continued

Wine: Good for Your Heart

December 22, 2009
But NOT so good for your teeth! - Just in time for Christmas dinner, there is good news and bad news about wine (and alcohol in general): Wine is good for your heart but bad for your teeth. A group... continued

Should Parents Let Kids Believe in Santa?

December 22, 2009
At Christmas time, almost every parent reaches the point where their child wants to know if there really is a Santa Claus. Parents regularly lie to their kids with the best of intentions: Is this the right thing to do?... continued

Why City People Get Depressed

December 21, 2009
Too much light at night! - If you find yourself staying up late waiting for Santa, here's something you should know: Too much light at night can lead to symptoms of depression. Most intensive care units are brightly lit all... continued

How to Have a Joyful Christmas

December 21, 2009
Don't try so hard so hard to be happy - It may sound crazy, but it's true: It's the pressure to be happy that often leads to sadness and even depression during the holidays. Psychologist Samuel Gladding is on a... continued