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We Must Proceed Cautiously

January 30, 2009
...when it comes to UFO investigation - In Whitley Strieber?s dynamic new Journal, he says that if US UFO files are finally declassified and scientists start trying to discover the truth about what's flying around in our skies, we must... continued

Keep on Drivin’

January 29, 2009
And drinking (just not at the same time!) - We all know that teens are terrible drivers, and some municipalities want to take away drivers licenses from people over 70. But it turns out that grandpa is doing just fine... continued

It’s Magic

January 29, 2009
How do magicians fool their audiences? In order to find out what's going on in the brains of people who are watching magic tricks, researchers are using fMRI scanning technology on volunteers. Hey, it's just one more more way to... continued

When is a Hobbit Not a Hobbit?

January 29, 2009
First there were hobbits. Then there weren't hobbits. Then there were hobbits again, but they were regular humans with a disease. Now the verdict is in: There WERE hobbits but they WEREN'T human! In a an analysis of the size,... continued

Recession Math

January 28, 2009
It doesn't always add up - Bad economic times like these call for extreme measures (at least some very important things are on sale). One problem: not everyone realizes that $1 equals 100 cents. A new study suggests that, in... continued

A Casino?in a Research Lab?

January 28, 2009
These days, in a lab at a university, you can experience the flashing lights and melodious sounds of a one-armed bandit being played, as scientists study gambling addiction. University of North Dakota sychologist Jeff Weatherly says, "We have a unique... continued

Why UFO Files May Open in the Future

January 28, 2009
More signs that, under our new president, government knowledge about UFOs may finally come out of the classified closet?and you can help make sure this happens! President Obama has stated that his administration "is committed to creating an unprecedented level... continued

How to Look for Life on Mars

January 27, 2009
?and maybe live there ourselves someday - On Mars, NASA has found both methane gas and rocks that contain carbonates. Why is this important? The rocks show that the water on Mars is not too acidic to support life?otherwise, carbonates... continued

Those Nasty Political Rumors

January 27, 2009
Turns out nobody believed them! - About nine in 10 Americans heard the rumor that Barack Obama is a Muslim, making it possibly the most common rumor of the 2008 presidential campaign, according to a nationwide survey. However, voters are... continued

William Henry Egypt Tour Continues Despite Tragedy

January 27, 2009
Tragedy struck William Henry's current tour of Egypt'sancient sites over the weekend when a member of the tourgroup died in her sleep. Egyptian authorities have ruledthat the death was due to natural causes, and the tour iscontinuing despite the tragedy.... continued