A new UC Davis study shows that a common antibacterial chemical added to bath soaps can alter hormonal activity in rats and in human cells in the laboratory—and does so by a previously unreported mechanism.

A new study has revealed that puberty may have impact on areas of the brain that contribute to bipolar disorder or schizophrenia in youth.

Leonardo Da Vinci, believed to be of Italian origin, may have had an Arab heritage, according to Italian researchers who studied the Renaissance artist’s fingerprint found on one of his famous masterpieces.

It seems well-read women are more comfortable in bed than men — the more educated a female is, the better she sleeps at night. In case of males, it’s just the reverse.

The local council says his perch is illegally parked and is obstructing drivers because it partially blocks a metered parking space.

Indians who neglect their ageing parents face possible prison under a new law passed by worried politicians.

For singles, New York is the place in the United States to find events. For pet lovers, it’s San Diego and bookworms should head to Los Angeles.

Curious onlookers migrate to a patch in the Arizona desert to bask in light from the world’s first moonbeam collector. 

Some people may be genetically destined to have a generous personality, Israeli research has suggested.

Bryan Berg has a surprising gravity-defying hobby. The 33-year-old American builds huge structures out of playing cards and his latest 25ft skyscraper has broken all records.