Sleep deprived mothers more crash prone
Sydney, Feb 1 (IANS) Sleep deprived new mothers are at considerable risk of crashing when they get behind the wheel, says a new study
Tomorrow’s NYT on Don’t Ask Don’t Tell repeal
The article makes clear that President Obama decided months ago that 2010 was going to be the year to repeal DADT. Which makes it all the more troubling that the Pentagon is clearly trying to derail the President’s plan by suddenly calling for yet …
‘Manage flights’ to cut emissions
The quickest way to cut emissions from aircraft could be better flight management rather than new technology, an Oxford University study says.
Overweight seniors live longer per research study
New research by the University of Western Australia indicates that it may be time to review the body mass index (BMI) for older adults. The study indicates that the BMI may be more restrictive than it needs to be for adults aged 70 to 75, because peop…
Study: Distracted driving laws don’t stop crashes
A new U.S. insurance industry study has found that laws banning the use of handheld devices while driving have not resulted in fewer vehicle crashes.
New Study: US Weather Stations Not Biased Toward Warming
Former TV weatherman Anthony Watts has been engaged in an ongoing attack on the reliability of the US network of surface weather stations, claiming that poor placement of the stations has resulted in data that’s biased toward the warm side. Wa…
iPhones keeping ski resorts honest on snow reports
Ever hit the slopes only to find 4 inches of fresh snow instead of the 8 inches you were promised? That may be because ski areas have exaggerated their snowfalls on weekends to entice skiers, according to a study by two Dartmouth College professors….
Inuit must adapt to climate change: study
Inuit people must adapt to environmental changes coming to the Arctic, which will put their way at life at risk, concludes a new study from a group of Canadian reseachers.
Most patients gain weight after knee replacement
Washington, Jan 30 (IANS) People who have had knee replacement surgery seem to gain weight, says a new study.
Can blocking a frown keep bad feelings at bay
Washington, Jan 30 (IANS) Your facial expression may betray your thoughts or feelings. But it also impairs your ability to grasp written language bearing on emotions, says a new study.