Pandemic fears: Irish scientists discover gene that makes superbugs antibiotic resistant

Irish experts have said the discovery of a gene that makes bacteria resistant to the last line in antibiotic defences is worrying.

The astonishing village where little girls turn into boys at age 12

In every way, Johnny is physically and biologically male. But, astonishingly he did not grow a penis until he hit puberty.

Partial solar eclipse due on September 13th

Residents of southern Africa get to watch the Moon cover part of the Sun not long after (or during) sunrise on Sunday, September 13th.

Earth set for rare supermoon lunar eclipse in late September

For the first time in over 30 years, people of Earth will get to view a rare supermoon and lunar eclipse combo.

New strategy to lower blood sugar may help in diabetes treatment

Some treatments for type 2 diabetes make the body more sensitive to insulin, the hormone that lowers blood sugar. But new research at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis suggests a different strategy: slowing the production of glucose in the liver.

US doctors make use of Afghan-invented bone reconstruction device

For the first time American doctors utilized a bone-reconstruction device invented by two Afghan doctors.

The world’s first entirely Solar-Powered Airport unveiled

Over the next 25 years, the new power system is expected to save 300,000 tons of carbon emissions, the equivalent of planting three million trees.

Astronomers raise alarm over finding the universe is “slowing dying”, losing energy

The discovery that the 200,000 galaxies had lost half their energy in just two billion years alarmed astronomers, as this could mean the slow death of the universe.

Study suggest sleeping in a side position benefits the brain

A team of researchers at Stony Brook University in New York argue that the absolute best position to sleep in is on the side.

Young fathers more at health risk

First-time dads in their early 20s may have the energy and agility to keep up with their young children, but a new study shows early fatherhood can pose perils later in life.