Airbus Postpones A350 Deliveries

Thursday, November 10th, 2011

Airbus pushed back planned entry into service of its A350 aircraft by as much as six months as some parts arrive late Find more info about Airbus Postpones A350 Deliveries photos videos pictures. read more

New liver for alcoholics? Study reopens debate

Wednesday, November 9th, 2011

Some gravely ill alcoholics who need a liver transplant shouldn't have to prove they can stay sober for six months to get one, doctors say in a study that could intensify the debate over whether those who destroy their organs by drinking deserve new ones. Find more info about New liver ...

Hefty wager: Lose weight or lose your money

Tuesday, November 8th, 2011

Determined to slim down, Calvin Gardner opted to put his money where his mouth was: he bet $300 that he could drop 50 pounds in six months. It was a gamble, but the odds were good. If he succeeded, he’d more than triple his money. Find more info about Hefty wager: ...

Study Describes How Space Flight Impacts Astronauts’ Eyes And Vision

Saturday, November 5th, 2011

A new study sponsored by NASA finds that space flights lasting six months or more can cause a spectrum of changes in astronauts' visual systems. Some problems, including blurry vision, appear to persist long after astronauts' return to Earth. The results are affecting plans for long-duration manned space voyages, such ...

Economic, Health Benefits Offered By Increased Use Of Bicycles For Commuting

Friday, November 4th, 2011

Cutting out short auto trips and replacing them with mass transit and active transport would yield major health benefits, according to a study just published in the scientific journal Environmental Health Perspectives. The biggest health benefit was due to replacing half of the short trips with bicycle trips during the ...