New study suggests plants can hear, may be able to detect the sounds of flowing water or munching insects

(Natural News) Plants continue to mystify and amaze scientists around the world. Their hardiness and ability to adapt is a thing of mystery and awe — and that has all but inspired researchers to continue the quest of trying to understand them better. People all over the world have different ideas about plants, what helps… … Read more

Bitcoin moves into “pump and dump” phase as heavy Bitcoin holders push greed-driven mania in hopes of attracting new wave of suckers

(Natural News) After yesterday’s massive Bitcoin correction, which saw the crypto currency plunge nearly $500 — over 10% — in a matter of hours, the Bitcoin propagandists took to their microphones to denounce anyone who rationally warns people about the volatility risk and increasingly “Ponzi” structure of Bitcoin. What do all the people still pumping… … Read more

The secret to combating pancreatic cancer may lie in suppression of a common protein

In mice with a KRAS mutation, which is present in 90 percent of pancreatic cancer patients, expressing only half the amount of the glucose-regulated protein GRP78 is enough to halt the earliest stage of pancreatic cancer development. This results in delayed tumor development and prolonged survival, scientists report at conclusion of a new study. View … Read more

Californian Sues Jelly Belly Over Sugar-Packed Jelly Beans – HuffPost

HuffPost Californian Sues Jelly Belly Over Sugar-Packed Jelly BeansHuffPostJelly beans have sugar, but the woman claims the company was wrong to label it as “evaporated cane juice.” By Carla Herreria. Jason Stitt via Getty Images. Jelly beans are candy, and most candy contains sugar, lest we all forget.Woman sues Jelly Belly, claiming she didn’t know … Read more

Botulism outbreak seems limited to 1 nacho-cheese sauce bag – Washington Post

Washington Post Botulism outbreak seems limited to 1 nacho-cheese sauce bagWashington PostSAN FRANCISCO — A deadly botulism outbreak linked to nacho-cheese sauce confiscated from a California gas station appears to be limited to an opened bag of the sauce, state health officials said Thursday. The state Department of Public Health said …What is botulism, and … Read more

Winery or 'weedery': Vineyards rip up grapes, switch to pot – Online Athens

Online Athens Winery or ‘weedery’: Vineyards rip up grapes, switch to potOnline AthensIn this April 5, 2017 photo, vineyard owner Katherine Bryan laughs as she discusses the wines available for tasting at Deer Creek Vineyards in Selma, Ore. Bryan is one of a handful of vineyard owners and winemakers in this fertile corner of …Are … Read more

Rate of Alzheimer's disease deaths jumped 54 pct. in 15 years, CDC finds – ABC News

Newsweek Rate of Alzheimer’s disease deaths jumped 54 pct. in 15 years, CDC findsABC NewsThe rate of deaths related to Alzheimer’s disease jumped by 54.5 percent over 15 years, according to a new report from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. There were 93,541 deaths related to Alzheimer’s disease in 2014, a rate … Read more

Two Staffers at Pennsylvania Rehab 'Lodge' Die of Drug Overdoses – NBCNews.com

NBCNews.com Two Staffers at Pennsylvania Rehab ‘Lodge’ Die of Drug OverdosesNBCNews.comTwo staffers at an unlicensed Pennsylvania recovery home for drug addicts trying to kick their habits died on the same night from the same thing — overdoses from a lethal mix of heroin and fentanyl. They were found passed out at the Freedom Ridge …Residents of … Read more