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Cassini flyby of Saturn moon offers insight into solar system history

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NASA's Cassini spacecraft is scheduled to fly within 16 miles of Saturn's moon Enceladus on Oct. 9 and measure molecules in its space environment that could give insight into the history of the solar system.


Robot suit for rent in Japan to help people walk

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(AP) -- A robotic suit that reads brain signals and helps people with mobility problems will be available to rent in Japan for $2,200 a month starting Friday - an invention that may have far-reaching benefits ...


Red wine decreases the risk of lung cancer

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Moderate consumption of red wine may decrease the risk of lung cancer in men, according to a report in the October issue of Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention¸ a journal of the American Association ...


Ford feature will let parents set limits for teens

13 hours ago | User rating: 4.1 / 5 after 8 vote(s) | User comments: 8

(AP) -- So you think junior is a little too lead-footed when he drives the family car? Starting next year, Ford Motor Co. will give you the power to do something about it.


Long-Lasting Quantum Memory Leads to Long-Distance Quantum Communication

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(PhysOrg.com) -- Physicists have taken a step closer to realizing long-distance quantum communication, in which a quantum state is transferred from one location to another by becoming entangled with a traveling ...


Latest warning highlights dangers of microwaving

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(AP) -- Zapping frozen meals in the microwave may be fast and easy, but it also can make you sick if it's not done properly.


Extinction by asteroid a rarity: 'Sick Earth' extinctions more likely

5 hours ago | User rating: 3 / 5 after 7 vote(s) | User comments: 2

In geology as in cancer research, the silver bullet theory always gets the headlines and nearly always turns out to be wrong.