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New Study Reveals E-Cigarettes Don’t Help Smokers Quit

Jan 14, 2016

Generally, electronic cigarettes are being marketed as safer alternatives to traditional cigarettes. This also led to the idea that e-cigs and vapes can be used to help conventional smokers quit their unhealthy habit.

Scientists Say Man-Made Climate Change Delayed the Next Ice Age by 100,000 Years

Jan 14, 2016

Over the past few years, various scientific research groups have released their own studies highlighting the damaging effects of human actions on the planet. Adding to those reports is a new study carried out by researchers from Germany suggesting that due to man-made global warming, humans may have delayed the next ice age event by around 100,000 years,

Human Trafficking Task Force Aims to Provide Collaborative Resources for Asian Pacific Islander Victims

Jan 14, 2016

A coalition of non-profit organizations serving the Asian American community launched a human trafficking task force on January 13 to specifically target the needs of the Asian Pacific Islander (API) survivors. The task force, called the Asian Pacific Islander Human Trafficking Task Force, consists of 15 member agencies, and aims to strengthen the services that can be provided to API victims of human trafficking through their collaboration.

Healthcare Company Issues Recall on Children’s Cough Syrup Due to Fears of Overdosing

Jan 14, 2016

The guaifenesin grape liquid and guaifenesin BM cherry liquid, which are cough syrups made for children, are being recalled by manufacturer Perrigo due to an inaccuracy in their packaged oral dosing cups. According to reports, the recall was made to prevent possible cases of overdosing on the cough syrups.

Meet NASA’s Planetary Defense Officer, the Man Responsible for Protecting Earth from Asteroids

Jan 14, 2016

The term planetary defense officer sounds like a high-ranking position in a cosmic task force from a Marvel comic book. But actually, this is a real job title for NASA's Planetary Defense Coordination Office or PDCO.

Cure for Cancer Found? Common Painkiller Drug Found to be Effective Against Fatal Disease

Jan 13, 2016

Researchers have discovered that a painkiller commonly used to treat various conditions including migraines, arthritis and fever contain certain properties that can fight off the development of cancer. The findings of the researchers were based on both current and previous studies regarding the effects of the drug on this fatal disease.

Massive Icebergs Helping in the Fight Against Global Warming by Decreasing Greenhouse Gas Levels

Jan 13, 2016

A new study about the impact of climate change revealed how melting ice from giant icebergs contribute to fighting off the effects of this global environmental issue. According to researchers, the water flowing from the melting iceberg has properties that prevent carbon dioxide from being released into the atmosphere.

First Korean American Health Conference to Take Place in Southern California

Jan 12, 2016

A health conference specifically catered towards the needs of Korean Americans will be taking place for the first time in Los Angeles. The “First Annual Korean American Health Conference 2016,” which will be hosted by the Korean American Graduate Medical Association, came about as a coalition of 13 organizations — including KHEIR (Korean American Health Education Information and Research) Clinic, the Korean American Coalition (KAC), Koreatown Youth and Community Center (KYCC) — saw the need for deeper research on the health concerns and needs of Korean Americans.

Astronomers Puzzled by Discovery of Naked, Star-less Black Hole

Jan 12, 2016

Scientists observing a distant galaxy are currently trying to find an explanation as to why some black holes are not surrounded by stars. One theory that they came up with is that this may have been caused by two or more galaxies colliding into one another.

Melting Arctic Ice is Uncovering Old Shipwrecks in Alaska

Jan 12, 2016

The melting of ice and glaciers is generally regarded as one of the negative effects of global warming as it contributes to rising sea levels. But for archaeologists, this phenomenon has allowed them to observe for the first time the wrecks of whaling vessels from the 1800s.

‘Final Fantasy XIV’ Voice Actress and Her Two Children Found Dead in London, Suspect Arrested in Ghana

Jan 11, 2016

Sian Blake, the voice actress who worked on 2013's "Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn," was found dead along with her two sons on London on January 6. According to reports from law enforcers, the three individuals died due to head and neck injuries.

100 New Alien Planets Discovered by NASA Kepler Mission

Jan 11, 2016

The revived Kepler space mission has helped NASA identify 100 new alien planets. Aside from these, the spacecraft was also able to monitor over 200 more that are currently awaiting confirmation.

Allergies Linked to Neanderthal DNA According to New Study

Jan 11, 2016

Sneezing and tearing up are some of the body's most common allergic reactions. Although these are natural responses, their degree vary for each person.

Washington State Adopts New Policy Regarding Transgender Bathroom Use

Jan 08, 2016

Washington state passed a new policy requiring buildings to allow transgender individuals to use the bathrooms and locker rooms of the gender that they identify with, the Associated Press reports. The policy went into effect on December 26.

NASA Scientists Watch as Black Hole ‘Burps’ Out Gases in Nearby Galaxy

Jan 08, 2016

Scientists from NASA were able to witness how a black hole from a different galaxy burped out waves of gases after ingesting nearby matter. According to them, this strange phenomenon could provide important clues regarding the formation of stars,