Archive for the ‘Science’ Category

Scientists tease DNA from eggshell of extinct birds (AFP)

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

AFP - In a world first, scientists in Australia announced on Wednesday they had extracted DNA from the fossilised eggshells of extinct birds, including iconic giants such as the moa and elephant bird. Find more info about Scientists tease DNA from eggshell of extinct birds (AFP) photos videos pictures. read ...

Govt has no plans now to sell stake in ONGC, IOC – Oil secy (Reuters)

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

Reuters - The government has no immediate plans to sell stake in state-run Oil and Natural Gas Corp (ONGC) and Indian Oil Corp (IOC), Oil Secretary S. Sundareshan told reporters on Wednesday. Find more info about Govt has no plans now to sell stake in ONGC, IOC - Oil secy ...

China tells US to do more on climate change (AP)

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

AP - China told the United States on Wednesday to make stronger commitments on climate change and provide environmental expertise and financing to developing nations. Find more info about China tells US to do more on climate change (AP) photos videos pictures. read more

Malaysian turtles face extinction: WWF (AFP)

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

AFP - Conservationists warned Wednesday that Malaysians' voracious appetite for turtle eggs could drive the marine creatures to extinction on its shores. Find more info about Malaysian turtles face extinction: WWF (AFP) photos videos pictures. read more