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Sunday, October 6, 2013

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The Dark Side of the Nobel Prizes

For more than 100 years, the Nobel Prizes have recognized the finest in human achievements, from literature and science to the Nobel Peace Prize, which is given "to the person who shall have done the most or the best work for fraternity between nations, the abolition or reduction of standing armies and for the holding and promotion of peace congresses," according to the last will and testament of founder Alfred Nobel.

Look Away! Eye Contact Not Always Best in Business

Most workers think it is important to make eye contact while talking in a meeting or job interview, but they might be surprised at the reaction they get when they do, new research finds.

Working Through Lunch? It's Good For You

Socializing with co-workers over lunch may not be the best way for employees to unwind during the day, a new study finds.

What's Missing From the Nobel Prizes? Scientists Weigh In

The Swedish inventor Alfred Nobel established the Nobel prizes more than 100 years ago, in 1895, with the following prize categories: physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine, and peace.

Historic Moon Engine Mockup Takes Short Trip to New L.A. Display

A mockup of a mighty moon engine took a short trip under moonlight Wednesday (Oct. 2), as it moved from its display of 35 years to a nearby outdoor pedestal in Los Angeles.

5 achievements that haven't won a Nobel Prize

STOCKHOLM (AP) — The announcements of this year's Nobel Prize winners will start Monday with the medicine award and continue with physics, chemistry, literature, peace and economics. The secretive award committees never give away any hints in advance of who could win, but here's a look at five big scientific breakthroughs that haven't yet received a Nobel prize.

Antarctica's Scars Hold Clues to Hidden Water

Deep furrows on Antarctica's floating ice shelves mark arch-shaped channels melted out under the ice. Thinner ice floats lower, and researchers can read the corrugated surface topography like a map that mirrors what lies beneath.

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Saturday, October 5, 2013

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Once 'Extinct' Pinocchio Lizard Pokes His Nose Out

This ain't no lie: The Pinocchio lizard was thought to be extinct for 50 years, but has been rediscovered in the cloud forests of Ecuador.

WildCat Robot Gallops in Video Debut

Robot makers at Boston Dynamics have unveiled their latest military-funded creation: a four-legged machine called WildCat that bounds and gallops across the ground in an uncannily animal-like way.

Literary Fiction May Boost Mind-Reading Skills

Reading a piece of fiction could enhance one's "mind-reading" skills, suggests a new study that also reveals a short story by Anton Chekhov may be more effective than a passage penned by Danielle Steel.

US Military Will Use Drones to Spy on North Korea

The United States military will use long-range surveillance drones to spy on North Korea next year, U.S. government officials announced this week.

10 Dumbest Smartphone Features

Today's high-end smartphones have a host of whizbang features that differentiate them from their competitors. From Samsung's Multi Window, which lets you view two apps side by side, to LG's QTranslate app, which scans foreign-language text with the camera to translate it in real time, a number of these goodies really do make your life better. However, like spinning rims on a car, many proprietary smartphone features are all style and no substance. These are the dumbest smartphone features today. Dual-Camera Mode

2013 Nobel Prize Winners to Be Announced

Since 1901, the awarding of the Nobel Prizes has been among the most closely watched — and, at times, the most controversial — ceremonies in the world. And the 2013 Nobel Prizes, which will be announced over several days beginning Monday (Oct. 7), will not be any different.

Moon Dances with Three Planets in Sky Shows on Sunday, Tuesday

The moon will meet up with three different planets in the evening sky during two upcoming celestial encounters, one on Sunday (Oct. 6) and the other on Tuesday (Oct. 8).

Government Shutdown Could Be Big Setback for NASA and Taxpayers, Former Astronaut Says

NEW YORK -- The government shutdown could delay NASA's goals and cost taxpayers money, according to one former astronaut.

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Friday, October 4, 2013

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Dear 12-Year-Olds: Skip Facebook

It's come to our attention at Tom's Guide that a number of people in the Internet-connected world are currently 12 years old, meaning that sometime between tomorrow and 12 months from now, you'll be turning 13. Here's our advice for when you do: Steer clear of Facebook.

Can immigration reform survive the shutdown?

Advocates of immigration reform just can't catch a break. First it was Syria. Now the entire federal government is shut down. And an all but inevitable fight over the debt ceiling in two weeks is likely to push reforms even further out of the spotlight.

Virgin Galactic, NBC to Launch 'Space Race' Reality TV Show

Soon, you can watch people compete for a chance to launch into space from the comfort of your own living room.

Smartphone-Controlled Brewbot Gets aHead with Kickstarter

A craft-beer-brewing robot that can be controlled by a smartphone has garnered about $100,000 from 195 backers on online crowdfunder Kickstarter.

Humbling View of Sharks Revealed in Stunning Photos

They lurk in nearly ever seascape across the globe, have been around since the dinosaurs, and range from 7 inches to 50 feet long. Yet for all their amazing ecology, sharks have had a rough run in the public eye.

Illegal Drugs Are Cheaper, Stronger than Ever

Cocaine, heroin and marijuana have become cheaper and stronger over the past two decades, despite increases in drug seizures by authorities fighting the global illegal drug market, a new study found.

5 Surprising Ways to Banish Bad Breath

Just as nobody likes a whiner, nobody likes bad breath. It's a powerful way to make a bad first impression. But the good news is that there are relatively simple ways to take care of halitosis.

Weighty Issue: Is It Healthy for Seniors to be a Little Overweight?

Is carrying a few extra pounds into your senior years healthy? Advice has been mixed. Now, two studies published this month attempt to better define the ideal weight for fitness and longevity for adults over age 60.

Elusive Giant Squid Washes Up on Spanish Beach

A giant squid, whose oversized eyes and gargantuan blob of a body make it look more mythical than real beast, washed ashore Tuesday (Oct. 1) at La Arena beach in the Spanish community of Cantabria.

Early October Skywatching: Summer Still Reigns in Evening Sky

In early October, the mid-evening (9 to 10 p.m.) sky is in transition.

Fall's Weird Weather Rolls in As Feds Scramble

A tropical storm menaces the Gulf Coast, tornadoes threaten Iowa, snow blankets Wyoming and Colorado, and strong winds may spark fires in California.

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