Study discovers sharks with positive buoyancy

A joint study between the University of Hawaii - Manoa and the University of Tokyo reveals that two species of sharks have positive buoyancy. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Music handpan opens limitless possibilities, say creators

A small handpan that offers a wide range of musical possibilities to users has been devised by Barcelona-based performers. Jim Drury reports.

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Thermosolar beehive protects against mite.

Czech scientist develops a thermosolar beehive that protects bees from the notorious Varroa mite. Jim Drury has more.

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Polish pigs prefer Mozart to metal

A Polish scientific breeding study shows that pigs are Mozart connoisseurs rather than budding metalheads. Nathan Frandino reports.

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World's first commercial jetpack set for 2016 launch

The Martin Jetpack is set for commercial launch in 2016, and its creators believe it could transform emergency response and search-and-rescue missions. Jim Drury met the team marketing it.

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The U.S. and China spar over cyber security

Washington and Beijing work out their differences behind closed doors at an annual top-level meeting. One major bone of contention - the recent spate of hack attacks on the U.S.

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Exclusive: SEC hunts corporate hackers

U.S. securities regulators are investigating a group of hackers suspected of breaking into corporate email accounts to steal information to trade on, such as confidential details about mergers, according to people familiar with the matter.

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Scientists find bass feeding frenzy comes from swimming muscles

Brown University scientists have determined that instead of using cranial muscles for their suction feeding, ray-finned fish rely on their axial swimming muscles to capture their prey. Nathan Frandino reports.

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NASA tracking sun's surface with Solar Dynamics Observatory

NASA is showcasing high-definition images of the Sun taken by the Solar Dynamics Observatory in an exhibit at the Goddard Space Flight Center in the U.S. Nathan Frandino reports.

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Israeli fighter jet helmet senses if pilot passes out

A new helmet could save the lives of pilots who lose consciousness in extreme manoeuvres or through lack of oxygen. Matthew Stock reports.

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