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​NTU Singapore researchers build disinfection robot to aid cleaners in COVID-19 outbreak

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​NTU researchers build disinfection robot to aid cleaners in COVID-19 outbreak

Researchers from NTU Singapore have developed a semi-autonomous robot that can disinfect large surfaces quickly. Named eXtreme Disinfection roBOT (XDBOT), it can be wirelessly controlled via a laptop or tablet, removing the need for cleaners to be in contact with surfaces, thereby reducing the risk of picking up the virus from potentially contaminated areas....




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Flip-flopping Republicans can't escape what they said on tape

Sarah Palin and other high-profile Republicans may be denying the science behind climate change now, but that's not what they were saying before.




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Northern lights' physics could aid in nuclear fusion

The aurora may hold the secret of a magnetic phenomenon related to the nuclear fusion powering the sun.




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London air raid shelter houses carbon-neutral hydroponic farm

A hydroponic agriculture venture named Growing Underground is based in an air raid shelter 100 feet beneath the streets of London.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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Everything you need to know about T. rex but were afraid to ask

8 strange and surprising facts about the T. rex, king of the dinosaurs.




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Mobile aid: Recycle your cell, help Haiti

Have an old cell phone stashed away? Recycle it with the Phones for Haiti program and you'll help the American Red Cross provide disaster relief in the earthqua




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First-aid tips for hiking with your dog

With these first-aid tips and proper planning, you and your dog should be ready for anything.




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Buy into 'Climategate'? You're either paid or played

A few hacked e-mails does not overturn the mountain of science behind global warming, and if you think otherwise you're either coldly disingenuous or informatio



  • Climate & Weather

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Simple braid is so much more for young girl

A Utah bus driver boosts young girl's spirit with daily hair help. "That's what moms do," says driver Tracy Dean.




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Crazy ants use a secret weapon to aid their invasion of the southern U.S.

Invasive "crazy ants" have been displacing fire ants, and a curious defensive strategy may be behind the crazy ants' bold takeover.




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What do you get when you mix bearded men with mermaid tails? Your new favorite calendar

Who needs calendars of yoga cats when you could have bearded mermen from the Newfoundland & Labrador Beard and Mustache Club on your walls?




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In the Green Room: Willie Nelson at Farm Aid

Video: Chuck interviews the legendary Willie Nelson at Farm Aid 2009.



  • Organic Farming & Gardening

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In the Green Room: Will Dailey on Farm-Aid and his music career

Video: Will Dailey talks about the importance of Farm-Aid, his music career, and how social media is helping him release his new album 'Torrent'.



  • Arts & Culture

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Ambient earth noise aids scientists in probing planet's interior

The Earth's globally-perceptible seismic 'hum' is now being used to peer into its depths, shedding new light on the planet's inner layers.



  • Wilderness & Resources

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If you're afraid of spiders, this is exactly when you should get out of the house

Researchers have managed to pinpoint the time you're most likely to meet a spider.




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You should get paid to park your car at the airport

FlightCar leverages all those idle vehicles in the long-term lots, and it's a lifeline for frequent flyers.




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Climate deniers raid Greenpeace ships

Global warming science is under attack as never before, and these raiders are in the vanguard.



  • Sustainable Business Practices

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Norwegian pet supply company joins the pack in offering paid puppy parental leave

A Norwegian company offers paid time off to give people time to bond with their new pets.




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2 in 3 kids are born in countries where dads don't get paid leave

92 countries lack a national policy that grants fathers paid paternity leave, including the United States.



  • Babies & Pregnancy

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9-year-old makes a stand with 'lemon-aid'

Vivienne Harr ran a lemonade stand for 365 days straight to help end child slavery. And she's not done yet.




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Boy raids piggy bank, starts petition to save NASA

Six-year-old Connor Johnson has big dreams for the future, and he needs our help to keep them alive.




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11 quotes about dogs and the famous people who said them

Famous people understand dogs as well as the rest of us.




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On maiden voyage, Boaty McBoatface identifies significant culprit in rising sea levels

The Internet's favorite undersea autonomous vehicle's maiden voyage reveals how how Antarctic bottom water is affected by changing wind patterns.



  • Research & Innovations

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That coffee Chick-fil-A is giving away all February? Small farmers in Central America were paid fairly for it

The chicken chain is working with THRIVE to purchase coffee from farmers who can by-pass the middleman and get paid up to 10x more for their beans.




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Unpaid FDA inspectors tackle high-risk facilities as shutdown continues

The government shutdown has forced the Food and Drug Administration to significantly reduce the number of inspections it's able to do.



  • Protection & Safety

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​Forget hearing aids or hearables; Starkey's Livio AI really are 'healthables'

Probably 45 percent of baby boomers could use Starkey's new Livio AIs or Healthables. What's keeping them away?



  • Fitness & Well-Being

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Paid time off the key to containing the flu

Giving employees paid time off when they're sick is the best way to keep influenza from spreading throughout the office.




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Our chicken just laid a $7,000 egg

After all the time and money we've spent setting up this luxury chicken coop, this is by far the most expensive egg we'll ever eat.




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Hero dog in Baghdadi raid visits the White House

Injured military K-9 from ISIS raid visits the White House.




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Newest hearables will change the way people think about hearing aids

The new Starkey Halo 2 hearables put the internet in your head.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Don't call IQbuds Boosts hearing aids, but do give them a try

IQbuds Boost hearables are blurring the distinction between wireless earbuds and those so-called medical devices.



  • Gadgets & Electronics

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Airports collect food for unpaid TSA workers

During the government shutdown, TSA workers need a little help, and local airports and travelers are stepping up to help




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Why I said goodbye to my Miata

Driving can be fun (especially in a Miata!) but walking and cycling is a lot healthier, cheaper and better for the environment.




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Are Paid Surveys a Scam?

Informative article shedding some light on the very popular paid surveys industry.




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Get Paid to Drive Your Car

More than a million people are already driving brand new cars for free as advertisers discover the power of vehicle marketing. Some are earning between $100 to $3000 every month.




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How Walk-in Showers Can Aid Those with Reduced Mobility

If you have less than perfect mobility, the chances are lowering yourself into a bath-tub is out of the question. But if you have a shower that's fixed over the bath, the chances are that having a shower can be a less than easy experience too. Bathrooms can be very hazardous environments; slippery floors, bath sides or shower trays to negotiate as well as the difficulty in standing for long periods in the shower.




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Prepaid Standard Cell Phone Services

This article explains the differences between the prepaid and standard cell phone services, providing information about the advantages of each service and which one is best to suit someone's lifestyle.




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Paid Search: one-way ticket to the poor farm or great profits?

Pay-per-click is a fantastic way to drive web traffic to your site from the major search engines. It can also suck your marketing budget dry in just a couple of days if not done properly.




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Are You Prepared to Give First Aid to Your Dog

As a dog owner, you may find yourself needing to give your dog first aid. Whether a car accident has occurred or your dog has collapsed from health related problems, there are some things you could prepare yourself for.




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Bridesmaid Jewelry - a Wonderful Gift

Eventually every bride gets to the point of planning when she must decide upon what jewelry her bridesmaids will wear for the big wedding day. In addition to that task, comes spending money on a budget. Staying within your allotted budget in some areas can be a hard and grueling task.




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Emmanuil Kaidanov Presented with the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award by Marquis Who's Who

Mr. Kaidanov has been endorsed by Marquis Who's Who as a leader in the fencing field




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Filipino MMA Brand "Alakdan Fight Gear" Launches Bag-iw Its Maiden Design For the First Philippine Fight Shorts

Alakdan Fight Gear, a filipino brand MMA gear Company is Releasing a Limited Edition MMA Shorts committed to the Filipino Fighter and their pursuit to greatness.




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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Account-Based Marketing (But Were Afraid to Ask): Samantha Stone on Marketing Smarts [Podcast]

Account-based marketing expert and Unleash Possible author Samantha Stone explains ABM and how you can use it to improve your bottom line.




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Community Program Aides 50,000 Salmon To Start Their Trek To Ocean

A unique partnership from a power utility company and a Non-Profit organization are working to make a difference and improve Adult returns of Salmon to the Cowlitz river.




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GFA World to Aid 'Forgotten Outcasts' in Asia on International Widows Day, June 23

Event spotlights barbaric treatment of millions of widows around the world, stigma of widowhood




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GFA Launches Disaster Relief Effort to Aid Victims of 'Grave' Kerala Flooding

Helpers make 'please pray' appeal as emergency supplies are rushed to Indian state hit by worst flooding in almost a century