Venus spot puzzles experts

The spot was first identified by US amateur astronomer Frank Melillo, from Holtsville, New York.The spot was first identified by an amateur astronomer on 19 July and was later confirmed by the European Space Agency's Venus Express spacecraft. Data from the European probe...

US puzzled by Iran's rejection of badminton team

" The United States on Wednesday expressed disappointment with Iran's refusal to issue visas for an American badminton team and said it did not bode well for possible similar outreach programs in the future.   "It's hard to say what the Iranian motivation is here,"...

Polar bears going green in Japanese Zoo

Polar bears going green in Japanese ZooAlgae in the water colors the bears green.How to green wash a bear ? " Green fur a fluke Polar bears are drawing questions from puzzled visitors at a Japanese zoo....

Police puzzled by $170,000 Vancouver butter theft

I wonder what the criminals are going to do with the butter. I personally think the truck was stolen not knowing what was inside. Maybe they thought it was a truck load of the new iPhone, but I am sure they're...

Mystery illness stops train in northern Ontario

Anyone out there have any other details on this?"Health authorities remain puzzled by an unfolding medical emergency aboard a Via Rail train that has left one woman dead and others seriously ill.Up to 10 of the...

Wondering what your 'Authentic Self' is? Find out with a $500 Consultation!

I must be behind the curve.I thought that substance was more important than style.That is until I noticed a job ad for Carrie and Danielle.I was a bit puzzled (intrigued) as to why anyone would try to be authentic again...

Woes of Wii: problems mount for this year's toy have

"Few games consoles have been more sought-after than Nintendo's Wii, which sold 300,000 units in Europe last weekend alone, forcing parents to turn to eBay in desperation. But there was a warning yesterday for those inclined to unwrap one near the Christmas tree: switch off...

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