Cooling Suit

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Firefighters battle flames and smoke in gear that is specially designed to insulate them -- even when temperatures exceed one thousand degrees. But the very same life-saving equipment a firefighter dons may be putting him or her at risk -- by raising body temperatures to dangerous levels. Now researchers are developing a system to cool them off while they're smack dab in the middle of the fire.

Vitals Vest

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Firefighting is a dangerous job, but the biggest risk doesn't come from the fire, smoke, or chemicals. Half of all firefighters who die in the line of duty suffer fatal heart attacks. Now, researchers are testing special gear that someday may alert others if a fellow firefighter is in trouble.

Protecting Miners

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Coal miners provide the raw material for nearly half of America's power. Every year, there are an estimated 14-hundred roof collapses and cave-ins at coal mines -- making it essential to provide supports that can keep escape routes open. Now, scientists are using a one-of- a-kind machine to improve safety.

Hands-free Computer Mouse

SEATTLE, Wash. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Simple sounds matched with new software are helping people get where they want to go … and it's all hands-free.

Lost & Found

IRVINE, Calif. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Are you always losing things? Your purse? The remote? You're not alone. But now, scientists may have found the key to finding your lost keys … and more!

Global Warming = Strong Hurricanes

BOULDER, Colo. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- According to new research, hurricanes in the North Atlantic are stronger and larger than ever before. Scientists now say they know what's to blame.

Saving Seahorses

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- They're mesmerizing to watch, but seahorses may go the way of dinosaurs. One researcher concerned about their depletion is studying ways to help them survive.

Chickens on a Diet

NEWARK, Del. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Millions of chickens, like many Americans, are starting a new diet regimen, but instead of helping to lose weight, the diet helps the environment.

The World on Water

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Yu may know how mountains formed, but do you know why they stay high up in the sky?

Baking Out DNA

NEW HAVEN, Conn. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Mummies have always held secrets, but now one of them has led to a new DNA technique.

Science of Snacking

PROVO, Utah (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Can't get your picky kids to eat a healthy snack? Now, there's a new, cool yogurt sensation that's sure to tempt your fussiest eater.

The Perfect Chair for Low Back Pain

HOLLAND, Mich. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Back pain sufferers may finally get some relief, especially during long work days. Now, there's a new office chair that compliments your desk and your body.

NEW: FREE Sudoku

Sudoku is a logic-based placement puzzle. The object of the puzzle is to enter a number, 1 through 9, in each cell of a grid, to complete each section. Each row, column and region must contain only one instance of each numeral. Completing the puzzle requires patience and logical ability.

Do you sudoku? Click here to get your FREE daily sudoku puzzle.