SCIENCE

A study by the University of Sheffield showed that sperm length as well as the influence of the females played a role in fertilisation.

Researchers have invented a new way by which to use nanotechnology to lock in malaria parasites from affecting the human body.

Radio bursts originating from farther away then the Milky Way, have been identified and recorded, in real time by the Australian Parkes radio telescope.

A biotech company is working on developing an effective method to grow human bones in a lab by using human cells to artificially regenerate the growth.

Ever wanted to take a whiff of, or a bite out of the Milky Way? Scientists have recently discovered that the centre of the galaxy has a distinct flavour and smell to it, not quite unlike an exotic, fruity cocktail.

At least six young polar bears were shot in Canada when they roamed into the human community

In some locations, weather and viewing conditions could be a problem to the sky watchers who wish to observe the 2014 Geminids meteor shower peak on Dec. 13 and 14. Another way to view the Geminids meteor shower display this coming weekend is to go online and watch through the available live Webcast or coverage of the annual sky event.

The show failed to deliver anything exciting.

In video documentary scientists calculate the possibility of the giant asteroid to collide with Earth's orbit after three years.

Dr Chrisopher Neff wrote a paper that suggested that the policies by the Western Australian government regarding shark attacks had a resemblance to the movie "Jaws."

Six teeth were missing from two carcasses on a beach in South Australia.

The 2,500-year-old mummified remains of a 14 year old boy has been unearthed by scientists in Chicago.

Geminids Meteor shower peaks on Dec. 13 and Dec. 14 displaying the best meteor stream. Here is how to enjoy the one of the most intense shooting star event.

Newly-discovered asteroid 2014 UR116 is not an Earth killer as the U.S. space agency NASA maintains that the mountain-sized space object is hardly a threat to humanity.

The Chinese market is flooded with vendors selling meteorites for which Chinese investors are ready to spend.

Innovations can make solar energy more affordable and user friendly.

The invasion of red imported fire ants in NSW port has been contained, but further investigation is being done to find out how and when did they came to Sydney.

The Mars Curiosity Rover explored Mount Sharp through which an impact crater was found. Scientists suggest that it could have held a lake.

There's a scientifically valid reason to rush to your nearest cafe. Recent studies indicate that drinking three cups of coffee a day may reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

A new research showed that most couples found their levels of happiness decreasing after a 10-year period.

The Natural History Museum in London has recently acquired "Sophie", the stegosaurus. With most of it's skeletal structure intact, the dinosaur is an extremely rare find.

DNA scientist, James Watson becomes the first living Nobel laureate to sell his medal.

NASA test launches it's newest spacecraft Orion, which safely and successfully reaches back to earth after it's journey to space, paving the way for future ventures into space travel.

Research by the Met Office showed that human influence had a major role to play in climate change.

There are conflicting numbers as to the number of people who have died because of the fury of typhoon Ruby (Hagupit) which slammed Eastern Visayas on Saturday night, destroying more than 1,500 homes. It took the same path as super typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda) that battered the country in November 2013.

A pod of sperm whales were washed ashore the beach of Yorke Peninsula. Possible reasons for the stranding is being probed by environment authorities.

The 2014 Geminid meteor shower is set to peak on Saturday and Sunday evening, Dec. 13 and 14, where over 50 meteors per hour could be observed on a dark and remote location. The upcoming “shooting stars” sky display will also be offering viewers with the planet Jupiter shining brightly.

Robberg Beach In Plattenberg Bay has thousands of dead mussels washed up on its shore and the residents have been asked not to consume it.

Four teeth of an endangered whale were sawed off.