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Tracing The Carbon Footprint Of Running Shoes...

Carbon footprint - a measure of the total greenhouse gas emissions caused directly and indirectly by a person, organization, event or product, is a consumer oriented concept that has received much discussion over the last several years. China is said to be the world's largest greenhouse-gas emitter, followed by the U.S.

Why Space Radiation May Increase Colorectal Cancer Risk In Humans - Study

The cosmic rays to which astronauts are exposed have always been a cause of worry since the radiation, particularly during prolonged space missions, can pose several health risks, including cancer. But knowing how space radiation induces tumor formation goes a long way toward designing strategies to protect space travelers against increased cancer risk, say researchers.

Justin Verlander Receives Record Extension From Detroit Tigers

The 30-year-old has been one of the more dominant pitchers over the last few years. He won the MVP, CY Young and pitcher's triple-crown awards in 2011 with a 24-5 mark, a 2.40 ERA and 250 strikeouts. He won 17 games, with a 2.64 ERA and again led the league in strikeouts with 239.

Arts & Leisure

'Star Trek' Sequel Underperforms But Still Tops Box Office

Though a $70 million opening might sound big, the debut weekend total for "Star Trek Into Darkness" isn't quite what Paramount had in mind, as the highly touted sequel made even less than the original amidst heavy competition. Meanwhile, "Iron Man 3" and "The Great Gatsby" both posted strong weekends and continue to have plenty of sway with their target audiences.

'Star Trek Into Darkness' Hits Theaters With Plenty Of Momentum

Following up a very popular franchise reboot in 2009, "Star Trek Into Darkness" gets launched this weekend amidst enormous expectations from Paramount - a studio that desperately needs a stable, big-budget franchise. With "Star Trek" taking over with action audiences, "Iron Man 3" should finally slide out of the number one spot.

'Iron Man 3' Beats Out Stellar Opening For 'The Great Gatsby'

Even with a very strong $51 million opening from "The Great Gatsby," "Iron Man 3" had no problem once again landing atop the box office charts, earning $72 million in its second weekend to push its 10-day domestic total to a staggering $284 million.

DiCaprio's 'Great Gatsby' Likely No Match For 'Iron Man 3'

With huge numbers pouring in over the first week, "Iron Man 3" is just about a lock to remain far and away the top box office draw this weekend despite two new releases and the expansion of critically acclaimed thriller "Mud." The biggest competition "Iron Man 3" faces is "The Great Gatsby," director Baz Luhrmann's adaptation of the classic novel starring Leonardo DiCaprio.

Politics & Policy

Poll Shows Gun Laws, Immigration Reform Low On List Of Priorities

While gun laws and immigration reform have attracted a lot of attention on Capitol Hill in recent months, the results of a new Gallup poll suggest that the American people want lawmakers to focus more on creating jobs and growing the economy.

Giffords Accuses Senators Of 'Cowardice' After Gun Control Bill Fails

Former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords had some harsh words for members of the Senate that voted against legislation to expand background checks on firearms sales. Giffords, who survived being shot in the head at a rally near Tucson, Arizona in 2011, accused the Senators that voted against the bill of "cowardice," suggesting that their votes were based on fear of the National Rifle Association.

Senate Shoots Down Gun Measure

In front of several parents and relatives of Newtown shooting victims, the Senate on Wednesday voted down a measure that would have expanded background checks for the purchase of guns. By a vote of 54-46, the bi-partisan bill crafted by Democrat Joe Manchin of West Virginia and Republican Pat Toomey...

Obama Promises Full Weight Of Justice In Boston Bombing

President Barack Obama vowed justice on Monday evening against the person or group responsible for the two explosions that wracked the 117th running of the Boston Marathon. The latest casualty counts are two dead - including an eight-year-old child, according to reports - and more than 130 wounded after the explosives went off shortly before 3 p.m. near the finish line for the race.

Money

Why Hair Dye Manufacturers Need To Worry...

Although getting gray hair is natural, not everyone likes to have it. As soon as the first strand of gray hair appears, people begin to color their hair. Now, here's a breakthrough finding that may spell excitement for people who are going gray but may stir worries among hair dye manufacturers.

First-Ever Masters Program In Nuclear Security Launched

The first-ever Masters Program in Nuclear Security was launched at a ceremony at the Reactor Institute of the Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands on Thursday. The Masters Program marks the growing importance of security on the global nuclear agenda, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) said in a press release. Five other European universities are also taking part in t

Expansionary Policy Won't Spur Inflation If Central Banks Stay Independent: IMF

Expansionary monetary policy maintained by most of the advanced economies will only have a small impact on inflation as long as the central banks are free from political constraints, the International Monetary Fund said in a new study on Tuesday. "Independent central banks reduce risk that policies to stimulate economy will ignite prices," the global lender said.

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