Andre Mitchell
Faith leaders, scientists make joint call on President Obama to take steps to minimise threat of 'nuclear catastrophe'
Most people perceive scientists and religious leaders as two groups that are very unlikely to agree with each other, given the fundamental differences in their beliefs. In the United States, however, they came together against a common enemy: nuclear weapons.
Quakes feared as researchers discover chunks of Earth's mantle breaking off under southeastern U.S.
In a study published in the Journal of Geophysical Research â Solid Earth, the researchers said that giant chunks of the Earth's mantle--or the middle layer of our planet--under the southeastern region of the US have been periodically breaking off.
Alien life on Mars? Latest study on surface water toughens challenge for future explorers
In a study published this week on the journal "Nature Geoscience," researchers revealed that liquid water on the surface of Mars is not only flowing, but also boiling.
Scientists assailed for asking more time to experiment on embryos kept alive outside womb
Pro-life advocates opposed the call for more days to observe fertilized egg cells outside the womb, saying it destroys human life and creates clear ethical dilemmas.
Can someone stay married yet divorced at same time? Yes, in Japan, that's possible
In the modern day and age, more and more people are choosing to set aside marriage, and choosing divorce instead. Interestingly, old Japanese couples have found a way to live apart to fulfill their lifelong dreams, while staying married.
Alien life possible: 3 Earth-like planets found in 'habitable zone' around dwarf star
In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers were able to spot three potentially habitable planets similar to Earth that is revolving around an ultracool dwarf star located 40 light years away from our planet, in another star system.
Zika virus in the USA: some states ill prepared to fight disease, experts warn
The age-old adage has always reminded us that prevention is better than cure, but areas in the United States seemed not to have taken heed of this in the face of the possibility that the dangerous Zika virus will spread in the country.
Scientists see bigger chances of finding intelligent life outside Earth: Exoplanets' discovery changes outlook
Scientists now think that there is a really low probability that the Earth is the only place in the entire universe which serves as a dwelling place to an advanced form of civilization.
Playing God? Biotech firm seeks to bring brain-dead patients back to life in novel project
An American biotechnology firm will soon begin groundbreaking trials to test a new technique to bring clinically dead patients back to life by regenerating their brains, after the company secured ethical approval from state health watchdogs.
Newly discovered tailless rocky comet can give clues as to how Earth was formed
When we think of comets, we usually picture a piece of rock with a fiery tail of light. Astronomers, however, have recently discovered a comet that breaks this mold.
Immortality, anyone? British scientist says he's close to finding way to make humans live up to 1,000 years old
Dr. Aubrey de Grey, who has dedicated his profession to studying how human beings can achieve eternal life, said he is getting closer to finding a way to make humans live up to 1,000 years old, thereby beating current records for the oldest living person.
Most Protestant pastors don't believe in the Rapture during Second Coming of Christ, survey shows
Do you subscribe to the idea of a rapture, or the belief that Christians will disappear and be raised to heaven during the Second Coming of Christ? Well, if you said no to this question, you share the skepticism of most Protestant pastors
Contraceptive implants for female inmates in U.S. raise ethical questions: Did they have a choice?
The state of Tennessee have recently embarked in an ambitious program which involves the implantation of contraceptive rods or intrauterine devices (IUDs) in female prison inmates from 15 counties. A medical practitioner and a pro-life advocate, however, warned that this program may be violating ethical standards.
Biggest megachurches located not in U.S. but in Asia, Africa: More people embracing Jesus Christ worldwide
Leadership Network's Warren Bird, an expert when it comes to the subject of megachurches, however recently released a research showing how Christian churches with the largest attendance are not located in the United States, but in Asia and Africa.
U.S. Army reverses decision to kick out officer who defended child vs. accused rapist in Afghanistan
The US Army has reversed a shocking, earlier decision to kick out Sergeant 1st Class Charles Martland, who defended a local commander from Afghanistan believed to have raped a young boy over the course of many days.
Pray for America: Christians in Australia seek prayers for transformation, spiritual revival in U.S.
As millions of Christians in the United States prepare to observe the National Day of Prayer this week, their brothers and sisters in faith halfway across the globe are also praying hard for their spiritual "revival" and "transformation."