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Virtual Reality Contact Lenses Offer 3D Panorama

Posted Fri Feb 3, 2012 11:01 AM ET | 0

The eyewear connect to mobile devices and deliver panoramic, augmented-reality experiences. Read more

Marijuana Mouth Spray: Will It Be Abused?

Posted Tue Jan 31, 2012 12:05 PM ET | 0

The drug is meant to help those suffering from pain from cancer. Read more

Body Armor Made From Spider Silk

Posted Sun Jan 15, 2012 09:39 AM ET | 0

Scientists have genetically modified silkworms to produce threads that are as strong as spider silk. Read more

'Virginity Tests' Banned in Army Prisons

Posted Tue Dec 27, 2011 08:44 PM ET | 0

An Egyptian court ordered the Egyptian army on Tuesday to stop forced virginity tests on female detainees, months after the practice sparked a national outcry. Read more

Medieval Knights May Have Had PTSD

Posted by Emily Sohn Tue Dec 20, 2011 10:49 AM ET | 0

We think of them as courageous, chivalrous, brutal and cold-hearted, but medieval knights lived hard lives and suffered. Read more

Philippines Storm May Be Year's Deadliest

Posted Mon Dec 19, 2011 01:10 PM ET | 0

Quickly rising flood waters from Tropical storm Washi left nearly 900 people dead. Read more

Memorable Images From the Iraq War

Posted Fri Dec 16, 2011 01:26 PM ET | 0

The war may be over, but the healing has only begun. Here's a look at some of the most iconic images of the Iraq War. Read more

US Forces Lower Flag in Iraq Ahead of Pullout

Posted Thu Dec 15, 2011 11:32 AM ET | 0

US forces held a formal ceremony to lower the flag in Iraq ahead of their withdrawal from the country nearly nine years after the controversial 2003 invasion. Read more

Meet the Military 'Base in a Box'

Posted Fri Dec 2, 2011 11:34 AM ET | 0

Pop-up kitchens come in a box, are ready for quick assembly and to fight off disease. Read more

Can Bright Orange Balloons Save Lives?

Posted Thu Nov 17, 2011 01:26 PM ET | 0

The ultimate rescue tool for elite Special Forces units trapped in a firefight is nothing complicated -- just a bright orange balloon. Read more

Support for Our Troops in the Palm of Your Hand

Posted Fri Nov 11, 2011 03:09 PM ET | 0

A growing number of smart phone apps are helping to make a tough transition from war zone to home a little smoother. Read more

Meet the 'Dentist in a Box' for Soldiers

Posted Thu Nov 3, 2011 02:22 PM ET | 0

Dentist in a Box is first aid for your teeth! Research shows that taking initial steps can increase the likelihood of saving an injured tooth. Read more