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Body Found as Concordia Fuel Pumping Delayed

Posted Mon Jan 30, 2012 09:24 AM ET | 0

Heavy weather forced salvage crews to suspend pumping thousands of tonnes of fuel from the wrecked Costa Concordia liner Saturday. Read more

The Heroes of the Concordia

Posted by Rossella Lorenzi Thu Jan 19, 2012 04:31 PM ET | 0

Stories of courage and heroism aboard the stricken luxury cruiser are beginning to emerge. Read more

Scorned Cruise Ship Captain Not Alone in History

Posted by Rossella Lorenzi Tue Jan 17, 2012 11:58 AM ET | 0

The captain of the wrecked Costa Concordia allegedly abandoned ship -- like many captains before him. Read more

Despite the Gray Hair, Presidents Live Longer

Posted by Jennifer Viegas Tue Dec 6, 2011 06:34 PM ET | 0

It's always been assumed that presidents age at twice the normal rate, but a new study finds just the opposite to be true. Read more

Despite the Gray Hair, Presidents Live Longer

The 9/11 Effect on Entertainment

Posted by Benjamin Radford Mon Sep 12, 2011 03:57 PM ET | 0

A decade ago experts and pundits claimed that 9/11 would dramatically change American entertainment. Did it? Read more

9/11: Your Stories and Ours

Posted by Amy Enchelmeyer Fri Sep 9, 2011 04:07 PM ET | 0

In remembrance of 9/11, we're dedicating this week to your stories and stories from our staff. Watch the video for more information on how to share your story with us. Read more

Planet or Speck of Dust? Scientist or Madman? Why Perspective Matters

Posted by Amy Enchelmeyer Fri Sep 2, 2011 04:02 PM ET | 0

It's all about how you look at it. Read more

Body of Infamous Aussie Outlaw Ned Kelly Found

Posted Thu Sep 1, 2011 01:03 PM ET | 0

Considered by some to be a cold-blooded killer, Kelly is also hailed as a folk hero. Read more

Are We All Geniuses?

Posted by Marianne English Thu Aug 25, 2011 10:11 AM ET | 0

Now that we have technology to assist us in our intellectual endeavors, is it easier to reach the status of genius? Read more

The Miracles of Religion, Science and Coffee

Posted by Amy Enchelmeyer Fri Aug 19, 2011 03:29 PM ET | 0

Where we see miracles is half the fun in life. Read more

Who's To Blame For Anorexic Children?

Posted by Benjamin Radford Tue Aug 9, 2011 06:12 PM ET | 0

Contrary to popular belief, images of thin models and celebrities may not play a role in creating eating disorders. Read more

Condemnation From All Sides for Norway Killer

Posted Fri Aug 5, 2011 12:47 PM ET | 0

Anders Breivik is condemned by an author he once admired, as well as by a survivor of his attacks. Read more

9/11 Victim Family Suing for Suffering

Posted by Benjamin Radford Wed Aug 3, 2011 07:40 AM ET | 0

The family of a man who died in a Sept. 11 plane crash is asking to be paid for her son's fear and suffering, but what's it worth? Read more

Tattoo Predicts Chances of Suicide, Murder

Posted by Jennifer Viegas Wed Jun 15, 2011 02:15 PM ET | 0

People sporting a Ned Kelly tattoo are more likely to die by suicide or homicide, suggests a study. Read more

Tattoo Predicts Chances of Suicide, Murder

Barry Bonds: Drugging Victim?

Posted by Benjamin Radford Mon Mar 28, 2011 08:28 AM ET | 0

Barry Bonds claims to have unknowingly taken drugs. If his claim is true, it might be only the tip of a wider epidemic. Read more

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