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Astronomers clash with US air force over laser rules
from New Scientist - Online News
(2009-10-14 6:29)
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Lasers pointed at the sky help focus telescopes, but the air force is concerned they could blind Earth-observing satellites
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Chimps happy to help– you just have to ask
from New Scientist - Online News
(2009-10-14 2:13)
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With a little help from their friends, captive chimps can get their hands on out-of-reach snacks? but only if they're willing to kick up a fuss
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Today on New Scientist: 13 October 2009
from New Scientist - Online News
(2009-10-14 2:00)
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Today's stories on newscientist.com, at a glance, including: the first evidence for water on an asteroid, why conservation targets are too low, and how to get completely out of your skull
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Swine flu vaccine shunned despite availability
from New Scientist - Online News
(2009-10-14 1:47)
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Vaccination against swine flu has started in the US, and will do so soon in Europe, but many health workers and parents say they will not have it
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Conservation targets too low to save at-risk species
from New Scientist - Online News
(2009-10-14 1:04)
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Conservation biologists are underestimating extinction risks by not fully allowing for the dangers from loss of genetic diversity, new research suggests
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Make 'em sweat: resin keeps insect pests at bay
from New Scientist - Online News
(2009-10-13 23:41)
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Scientists have found a cheap, durable and eco-friendly way to stop cockroaches clambering over slippery surfaces
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Animals feel the pain of religious slaughter
from New Scientist - Online News
(2009-10-13 23:40)
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Brain signals have shown that calves appear to feel pain when slaughtered according to Jewish and Muslim religious law, strengthening the case for making the practices more humane
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Down's blood test hits speed bump
from New Scientist - Online News
(2009-10-13 20:24)
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An investigation into a company that has claimed rosy results for a non-invasive test for Down's syndrome reveals errors and unsubstantiated assertions
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The US lets go of the internet? will anyone notice?
from New Scientist - Online News
(2009-10-13 18:36)
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The body that governs the net will now have global membership, which makes everyone happy but won't change much
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Out of your head: Leaving the body behind
from New Scientist - Online News
(2009-10-13 18:27)
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It's surprisingly easy to lose touch with your physical being? such out-of-body experiences reveal how our brain generates a sense of self
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