Historic Images Show Strongest Bay Area Earthquakes From 1906 To Today
San Francisco recorded another powerful earthquake Thursday, adding to an already decent history of similarly strong quakes in the area.
TECHNOLOGY
Mutation in H5N1 Bird Flu Could Trigger Pandemic in Humans
A single mutation in the virus currently infecting poultry and dairy farms across the U.S. could help the it spread among humans.
Drinking Coffee Daily May Add Two Years to Your Life
Drinking coffee every day could add almost two years to your life expectancy and make your old age healthier, according to a recent review.
World's First Diamond Battery Could Last Thousands of Years
"Diamond batteries offer a safe, sustainable way to provide continuous microwatt levels of power," a researcher said.
Man 'Leapt Onto' Polar Bear to Save Wife
"The bear then attacked the male, causing serious but non-life-threatening injuries to his arm and legs," police said.
Night Sky: What to Look for in December 2024, Including Geminid Meteor Shower
The Geminid meteor shower is due to peak on December 13, but there's plenty of other celestial sights to feast your eyes on during the festive season.
Chocolate May Cut Common Disease Risk, Nutrition Scientists Claim
Eating chocolate, especially dark, was associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes, in a Harvard study published on Wednesday.
Ancient Barbarians Took Drugs Before Battle, Spoons Suggest
The practice is suggested by small, spoon-like objects that have been found at various sites in Europe, according to researchers.
Emoji Use Reveals How Emotionally Intelligent You Are
Researchers also found that how much people use emoji is associated with the kinds of relationships we form.
Asteroid Nearly Hits Earth in Siberian Fireball
This asteroid, named 2024 XA1, is only the 11th object we have ever managed to detect before it entered our planet's atmosphere.
NASA Reveals Jupiter Comets May Have Brought Water to Earth
Scientists have revived the theory that short-period comets could have played a crucial role in filling Earth's oceans with water.
NASA Monitoring 39-Foot Asteroid Nearing Earth
"Asteroids are 'bits of a planet that didn't happen' that orbit the sun between Mars and Jupiter in the main asteroid belt," astronomer Jay Tate said.
Robot Bird Can Walk, Hop and Jump for Take-Off
A robot bird that can walk, hop, leap and jump for take-off into flight has been designed in an engineering breakthrough that could transform future airflight
Weekly Pint of Beer May Help Stave Off Arthritis, Study Claims
Drinking a weekly pint of beer has been linked to a lower risk of rheumatoid arthritis, a debilitating condition that causes pain, swelling and stiffness.
Iceland Volcano Update: Crater Collapse Could Change Lava's Direction
The erupting crater may soon collapse, and "if this happens, lava could change direction," the Icelandic Meteorological Office said.
