Maggots could help human wound healing
Brooks HaysRALEIGH, N.C., March 23 (UPI) — Researchers proved that genetically modified larvae of the green bottle fly could secrete human growth factor molecules that boost cell growth and longevity.
Obama attacks Ted Cruz for comments on Muslims
Eric DuVallBUENOS AIRES, March 23 (UPI) — U.S. President Barack Obama sharply criticized the Republicans, saying their proposals in the wake of the terrorist bombings are “wrong and un-American.”
Russia offering new missile system to international market
Richard TomkinsMOSCOW, March 23 (UPI) — Verba, Russia’s newest man-portable, shoulder-fired air defense missile system is to be promoted for the international market.
China’s giant Y-20 airlifter expected to enter service this year
Richard TomkinsBEIJING, March 23 (UPI) — China’s Xian Y-20 military airlifter is expected to finish flight tests and be put into service with the People’s Liberation Army this year.
Moon’s axis shifted 3 billion years ago
Brooks HaysDALLAS, March 23 (UPI) — Researchers say the unique distribution of polar ice on the moon is proof that the moon’s axis shifted a long time ago.
USS Conestoga, missing for 95 years, finally found off California coast
Daniel Uria and Doug G. WareSAN FRANCISCO, March 23 (UPI) — The disappearance of the U.S.S. Conestoga — one of the biggest mysteries in U.S. Navy history — has officially been solved, officials said Wednesday.
Green lights on gillnets help save sea turtles
Brooks HaysEXETER, England, March 23 (UPI) — A team of scientists at the University of Exeter have developed special green lights that, when attached to fishing nets, help sea turtles avoid capture.
Voters wait for hours in Arizona primary day boondoggle
Eric DuVallPHOENIX, March 23 (UPI) — Voters at many polling places in Arizona faced an hours-long wait in some precincts to cast ballots in Tuesday’s presidential primary.
Trump-Cruz feud growing to include candidates’ wives
Eric DuVallWASHINGTON, March 23 (UPI) — The Republican presidential campaign, already defined by merciless personal attacks between the candidates, is growing to include their wives.
Bloggers in Vietnam on trial for criticizing the government
Elizabeth ShimHANOI, Vietnam, March 23 (UPI) — Two bloggers in Vietnam are on trial for criticizing the ruling communist party.
