Humans have long admired the magic of spider silk, but thanks to science, we're finally unraveling some of its most valuable secrets.

Lucy's 3 million-year-old bones were found in 1974, but they're still yielding new clues about human evolution.

Crows and other corvids are incredibly intelligent, but like most geniuses, they tend to be misunderstood.

The ocean is rising faster than it has in 3,000 years. Here's why you should care.

Rescuers are racing to save koalas as a barrage of bushfires roar across the country.

Did you know prehistoric mushroom cults may have inspired Santa Claus? Here are a few more interesting facts you may not know about magic mushrooms

Even after nurturing and enchanting humans for thousands of years, this iconic river is still full of surprises.

From synchronized singing to 'stink fights,' these peculiar primates are full of surprises. They're also disappearing.

Mooncakes are a traditional part of the Mid-Autumn Chinese festival. But there's more to the legend of this pricey pastry.

Empty your bookshelves, grab a string of old lights, and craft a tree that will make you smile every time you see it.

A cup of coffee gives you caffeine, but what does it take away?

If a Waffle House is closed, that's a good indication that things are not normal in the area.

Some say evolving bugs and lax oversight are making salmonella even more dangerous.

As snow bombards the U.S. this winter, MNN takes a look at how Mother Nature produces something so delicate and so dangerous.

Positioning control with pulse outputs to command stepper motor drives and other pulse input motor drives(NX-PG0[][][])

Temperature control with heater burnout detection in conjunction with a temperature input unit and PID instructions(NX-HB)

Simplified safety design of DC circuits Reliable DC circuit protection in the event of short circuits or overcurrent Saves space even with multi-channels Sequential start-up of outputs to avoid start-up trouble(S8V-CP)

The body is hitting pause on April’s written exams until October but plans to press ahead with its July sittings and multiple choice exams in small groups will continue.

Watson will hand over the reins to Ant Middle at the end of June this year.

Sector also welcomes Ant Middle, who is set to take over the reins in June.

The ABI says insurers are expected to pay £900m towards business interruption claims.

Jonathan Edwards has signed an early day motion calling on the government to instruct all insurers to use dividends to pay Covid-19 claims.

Hiscox, which is currently in dispute with a group of firms over BI, said it is actively settling claims for event cancellation and abandonment, media and entertainment and travel.

InsurTech Futures: Start-up has also raised £15m, with Lloyd's of London chairman Bruce Carnegie-Brown and JLT CEO Dominic Burke among the backers.

Going out to eat can really put the brakes on your weight loss program unless you have exceptional control over what you eat.

It’s cool when a person has different hobbies. For instance, gardening and pets are typical addictions of those who live in private houses. Yet, it’s not always possible to combine these hobbies while cute pets are able to destroy flower beds in no time. However, it’s not a reason to give one of your obsessions.

Have you recently moved into your new home and are looking for ways to spruce up the place? While many homeowners tend to focus on beautifying their home interior, remember that your outdoor space matters too! Why not use outdoor blinds to cover your patio or veranda? You will be happy to know that when it comes to purchasing outdoor blinds.

A cash out refinance is refinancing your existing mortgage and borrowing some of your equity in a lump sum to use for other purposes. Such as home improvement, college tuition, family vacation, etc.

If you have lived in your home for a reasonable amount of time and have acquired equity through appreciation and monthly mortgage payments, you may be considering liquidating some of that equity by refinancing with cash out.

Make this Mother's Day unforgettable with one of these breakfast menus

Gift giving doesn't have to be about finding the perfect tie or book, or even spending any money. There are gifts that you can give everyday from your heart. These gifts never go out of style.

A Practical Introduction to VoIP Routers

Pet insurance has become the fastest growing form of insurance in the UK with over 220 policies on the market. Here are 10 key questions to ensure you get the right policy.

It is normal to shed hair every day and the truth is we loose between 100 - 125 hairs on any given day. Some people, however, experience more hair loss than is normal. Hare some alternative health ideas that can help naturally.

If the Main Door of your flat/office/building faces South West, then read on to find out how you will fare in 2006 in your Career/Business, Health, Wealth, Relationships, Harmony and Love.

If the Main Door of your flat/office/building faces South, then read on to find out how you will fare in 2006 in your Career/Business, Health, Wealth, Relationships, Harmony and Love. Be aware of your strengths and be warned of the negative energy that you may have to face, to plan your strategies well ahead. Also advice regarding directions to be avoided for renovation, reconstruction, redecoration, etc. in 2006. Get to know the Fengshui Enhancers and Cures that can help you, too.

If the Main Door of your flat/office/building faces South East, then read on to find out how you will fare in 2006 in your Career/Business, Health, Wealth, Relationships, Harmony and Love. Be aware of your strengths and be warned of the negative energy that you may have to face, to plan your strategies well ahead. Also advice regarding directions to be avoided for renovation, reconstruction, redecoration, etc. in 2006. Get to know the Fengshui Enhancers and Cures that can help you, too.

If you have gingivitis or other teeth problems use this remedy and see your problems disappear. It's a simply collection of powdered herbs that give you tooth relief.

Investing is not a competitive event, ever. You don't need to beat the market. You need to accomplish a set of personalized goals. Avoid what the crowd is doing and shun investment products. Consumers buy products; Investors buy securities.

What is your attitude towards having wealth? Do you believe it is possible to have anything that you want? Or do you believe that wealth and prosperity are reserved only for those other "lucky" people in this world? Your inner belief systems may be stopping you from having the life you want.

If you browse the web, you'll come across many websites that has one or more video clips embedded in it. News websites such as BBC and CNN fall in this category. But, what about a website that has only video clips and nothing else?

While an updated kitchen is said to add functionality and value to a home, the remodeling process is another story. For many homeowners, renovating their kitchen is at the top of their list. This is one area of the home that needs to be welcoming and clean.

As you probably know, Google AdWords is a pay-per-click marketing system, which is a great way to get traffic to your site. But if you don't know the ins and outs, it can end up costing you a lot of money and not making you any.

By size, English-speaking Australia is the 6th largest country in the world and it extends on to include a group of islands - one of which you might be familiar: Tasmania!

After working hard all year long, everyone deserves a vacation to relieve all the stress and to enjoy time with friends and family. This is why it's important to choose a destination that will fulfill all expectations...Disneyland!

Guide to choosing a budget safari, what to look for, how to make your money go further, and how to avoid common pitfalls.

Most Americans are deficient in zinc. Zinc is used in numerous chemical activities in the body. If you are deficient in zinc, you will have a lot of physical and mental problems. Learn how and why you need more zinc in your body.

Glyconutrition is involved in the anti-aging process. "Growing to a ripe ole' age" was simply the way we were thought to age...by chronological years. That was the case until the advent of glyconutrition and the anti-aging sciences.

Stigma is a harsh reality for people who have mental health problems, because it prevents them from enjoying a normal and productive life. Learn More about the devastating effects of stigma.

Learn more about the xbox 360 and the differences between the silver and gold versions as well as other capabilities.