Europeans got lighter skin only 7,000 years ago?

Last Updated: Monday, January 27, 2014, 16:25

Debunking the theory that lighter skin gradually arose in Europeans nearly 40,000 years ago, new research has revealed that it evolved much recently -- only 7,000 years ago.

Now, computer programs that will help blind read and write music

Last Updated: Sunday, July 14, 2013, 13:46

Two new computer program have laid the foundation for visually impaired musicians being able to read and write music.

Apple iPad to be thinner and lighter: Report

Last Updated: Thursday, February 10, 2011, 00:03

"The new iPad will be thinner and lighter than the first model," the report added.

Now, Rohit Bal jazzes up lighter

Last Updated: Thursday, October 7, 2010, 19:25

Bal unveiled a new version of an iconic windproof lighter.

Champagne bottles get lighter to go greener

Last Updated: Wednesday, March 17, 2010, 09:19

Champagne bottles are getting lighter to go greener.The new bottle looks the same as ever but weighs 835 grams instead of 900 grams.

How to use glue to make a lighter spacecraft

Last Updated: Monday, July 27, 2009, 12:51

An aerospace pioneer has proposed that in order to develop a lighter spacecraft, engineers would need to glue the fuel tanks to the inside of the craft.