| Embracing the Dark Side [Subscriber Only] Ten years after researchers discovered that the expansion the universe was speeding up rather than slowing down, cosmologists are still struggling to explain the astonishing finding. sciencenews.org |
China to test deep-sea submersible: report BEIJING (Reuters) - China is to test a manned submersible that can reach up to 7,000 meters (23,000 feet) below sea level, the official Xinhua news agency reported on Friday, citing the State Oceanic Administration. feeds.reuters.com |
Archaeologists Unveil Finds in Rome Digs ROME (AP) -- A sixth-century copper factory, medieval kitchens still stocked with pots and pans, and remains of Renaissance palaces are among the finds unveiled Friday by archaeologists digging up Rome in preparation for a new subway line. Archaeologists have been probing the depths of the Eternal City at 38 digs, many of which are near famous monuments or on key thoroughfares.... hosted.ap.org |
Hong Kong to reopen schools next Monday The education authorities of Hong Kong announced on Wednesday that all primary schools and kindergartens that had been closed amid seasonal flu outbreak in the city will reopen next Monday. "The decision was made after the number of ... english.people.com.cn |
Experts: Expect big Calif. quake by 2037 California faces an almost certain risk of being rocked by a strong earthquake by 2037, scientists said Monday in the first statewide temblor forecast. rssfeeds.usatoday.com |