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Forest fire of 66 million years ago could reveal much about last days of dinos

Last Updated: Friday, June 6, 2014, 10:18

Researchers have said that as far back as the time of the dinosaurs about 66 million years ago, forests recovered from fires in the same manner they do today.

Scientists complete genome sequence of sheep

Last Updated: Friday, June 6, 2014, 10:16

An international team of scientists said Thursday they have successfully sequenced the complete genome of sheep, revealing new information about the species` unique and specialised digestive and metabolic systems, Xinhua reported.

New edible films to preserve bread longer

Last Updated: Thursday, June 5, 2014, 21:06

New edible films containing oils from clove and oregano can preserve bread longer than commercial additives, a study shows.

367 new species discovered in Mekong river in two years: WWF

Last Updated: Thursday, June 5, 2014, 20:05

A giant flying squirrel, a skydiving gecko and an eyeless cave-dwelling spider are among the 367 new species that have been discovered in the Greater Mekong region in the past two years, the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) said Thursday.

Japan`s SoftBank unveils `family member` robot

Last Updated: Thursday, June 5, 2014, 19:46

Japan`s SoftBank today unveiled what it billed as an "emotional" humanoid robot that will entertain customers at the mobile carrier`s phone outlets -- and maybe become a member of their family.

Roof tile coating that can clear smog

Last Updated: Thursday, June 5, 2014, 15:18

Researchers have now developed an innovative roof tile coating to fight against air pollution.

Now, Google Glass-equipped rifles to help hit targets behind corners

Last Updated: Thursday, June 5, 2014, 15:15

A Texas company, TrackingPoint Inc., has developed a firearm equipped with Google Glass technology that could help one hit target behind corners.

Soon, lithium-ion battery that can be woven from energy carrying `yarn`

Last Updated: Thursday, June 5, 2014, 15:13

Scientists at Fudan University in Shanghai, China have developed a battery technology that can be woven into fabrics.

Intel`s gesture control promises hands-free life

Last Updated: Thursday, June 5, 2014, 15:07

US computer chip giant Intel said its gesture-controlled technology could soon become part of everyday life as it showed its vision of a no-touch lifestyle in Taiwan today.

Drones to power farmers check crop progress

Last Updated: Thursday, June 5, 2014, 13:58

Drones - or unmanned aerial vehicles - would soon help farmers check the progress of their crops and determine where they may need to replant or direct pesticide applications.