New research suggests that fat cells do more than just store energy. (Photo courtesy of Ed Reschke via Getty Images) Scientists have identified unusual subtypes of fat cells in the human body and, after studying their functions, have concluded that…
An image of LRG 3-757, known as the “Cosmic Horseshoe,” taken by the Hubble Space Telescope. (Image credit: NASA, ESA) Astronomers have identified a gigantic black hole the size of 36 billion suns hiding in the “Cosmic Horseshoe.” The colossal…
Video: Paleontologist Shares Impressive Dinosaur Footprint Discovered on Beach British paleontologist Joe Thompson shares details of the 3ft Iguanodon footprint found on the Isle of Wight, as well as other ancient fossils. Join Fox News to access this content. You’ll…
The new species, Cryptops speleorex, is the largest inhabitant of Movile Cave known to date. (Photo courtesy of Mihai Baciu, GESS LAB, Mangalia.) Name: King of the Cave Centipedes (Cryptops speleorex) Habitat: Movile Cave, south-east Romania. Diet: insects, spiders and…
Yesterday in hospital, the Holy Father's condition worsened: his airways suddenly narrowed, causing him to breathe with difficulty during an alarming “bronchial spasm.” The Vatican said Pope Francis was “well rested” after yesterday's breathing incident and was able to enjoy…
Many people are ticklish when someone else tickles them. However, tickling yourself is difficult because your brain filters out the expected sensations. (Photo by kupicoo/Getty Images) For many of us, the response to tickling is paradoxical—the playfulness it evokes is…