Two more arrests over python theft
Two more men have been arrested over the theft of a python and a lizard from a pet shop in Rosanna, north-east of Melbourne. abc.net.au |
A Sharp Ocean Chill and 20th Century Climate
An abrupt Atlantic cool spell 40 years ago adds a wrinkle to the picture of 20th century climate shifts. feeds.nytimes.com |
The volatile effects of nitroglycerine
Engineer Jem Stansfield looks at the volatile and explosive effects of nitroglycerine in slow motion. bbc.co.uk |
Green: Weatherization Went Awry, Study Says
Twelve of 15 homes that underwent improvements financed by stimulus funds failed final inspections. For 10 homes, contractors billed for charges that were not incurred. feeds.nytimes.com |
Scientists trick cells into switching identities
NEW YORK (AP) -- Scientists are reporting early success at transforming one kind of specialized cell into another, a feat of biological alchemy that doctors may someday perform inside a patient's body to restore health.... hosted.ap.org |