Saturday, August 23, 2008

Live Science News Headlines

The Real Story Behind the 'Roof of the World'
Tibetan Plateau and Himalayas had more complicated formation than was thought.

How Peacocks Got Their Colorful Tails
Whopping Fish Declared New Species
How Bubble Wrap Could Power the Future
Mummified Iceman's Ancient Job Determined

Top Features
The Science Behind Refrigerated Baby's 'Miracle' Revival
Microscopic Battery Made with Live Viruses
Sixth 'Taste' Discovered - Calcium
New Clues to Where Salmon Go

Video
Salamander Goes Ballistic
Organ Repair

Image of the Day
Earth to Batman: A New Robin Has Been Found

Trivia & Quizzes
The Sex Quiz: Myths, Taboos, and Bizarre Facts
The most taboo elements of society are also the most misunderstood, and sex is no exception. Here we test you on the marvels of procreation (psst - babies don't come from storks) and attempt to put some of the wildest myths to bed.
--Heather Whipps

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