Scientists have identified an enzyme that is crucial for turning breast tissue into tumours, according to a study published in the journal Cell.

Women could soon literally 'light up a room' thanks to a high-tech dress embroidered with 24,000 tiny LED bulbs.

Belgian PM Herman van Rompuy is the EU president and the UK's Baroness Ashton is foreign policy chief. What is your reaction?

Drinking alcohol every day cuts the risk of heart disease in men by more than a third, a major study suggests.

With the kids back in school, and flu season already causing some problems, it is little surprise that the disease that was declared a pandemic six months ago is back in the consciousness of the nation.

A federal judge found Wednesday evening that poor maintenance of a major navigation channel by the Army Corps of Engineers led to some of the worst flooding after Hurricane Katrina. The ruling was a major victory for homeowners who suffered damage in the aftermath of the storm.

From presidents with beloved pets to A-list celebrities who pamper their pooches and kitties, it is no surprise that some animals are quite famous.

Hardening of the arteries has been found in Egyptian mummies - suggesting that the risk factors for heart disease may be ancient, researchers say.

Learning about the issues that can alter a child’s life forever is vital, as both harmful and joyful aspects within a child’s early years can affect how that child sees the world as an adult.