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Statins appear to be optimal for reducing cholesterol

A new study shows that the benefits and harms of statins are significantly underestimated, being incredibly efficient for controlling cholesterol…

Americans drive over 300 hours each year, study finds

A recent AAA survey revealed that each year, most Americans spend at least 12-and-a-half days behind the steering wheel. The study…

New algorithm lets users read a closed book

Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a new system that reads down the pages of a…

Can pregnant women smoke weed or not?

A recent study suggests that smoking marijuana while pregnant doesn't increase the risks of having a preterm birth or a…

Desiigner arrested for drug and weapon possession in NY

The rapper Desiigner was arrested in New York City by local authorities after flashing a loaded weapon and threatening another…

Exercising lowers your health bills

A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association in September suggests that regular exercise can lead…

Ohio police reveal pictures showing dangers of heroin

Ohio police shared pictures of overdosed adults, a male in the driver's seat and female in the passenger, with a child…

Gabon post-election chaos: Ping challenges election result in court

Following the presidential elections that took place on August 27, Gabon has witnessed great outrage as opposition presidential candidate Jean…

Rio Paralympics challenging circumstances improving

The Rio Paralympics are picking up after a challenging start. Financial constraints, low ticket sales, and banned national teams are…

Baracktrema obamai: The parasite named after Barack Obama

A gesture that might come across as terribly insulting to most is instead meant as an honor for the 44th…