Disappearing dinosaur bones were sold to China for $1 million: feds
The defendants exported 150,000 pounds of paleontological resources stolen from southeastern Utah, according to the grand jury indictment.
Super waterproof material one step closer as scientists reveal new nanotech
"Our work is the first time that anyone has gone directly to the nanometer-level," Sakari Lepikko, lead author of the study, said in a statement.
Effects on newborns of COVID vaccine during pregnancy shown in large study
"Many women are understandably nervous about receiving vaccines during pregnancy," a researcher said.
The moon is 40 million years older than scientists thought
By studying moon dust collected in 1972, scientists have come one step closer to understanding the mysterious origins of our planet's largest satellite.
AI can now predict your chances of surviving cancer
The technology will be used to provide a more accurate prognosis to cancer patients.
Snake terrorizes family in Massachusetts then vanishes: "House of fear"
The bright orange snake has been slithering through the family home's walls, but has evaded capture.
Follow-on toddler milks "misleadingly" marketed to parents, scientists say
"Toddler drinks have no specific role in routine care of healthy children," George Fuchs, from the American Academy of Pediatrics, told Newsweek.
Disfiguring disease spread by flies has "firm foothold" in US: Scientists
There is also growing evidence that a life-threatening form of the disease may also begin to spread in the U.S.
Why you can't stop binging on fries, according to science
"Using [these compounds] to create addictive flavors is very popular in the food industry and is largely unregulated," Pankaj Kapaji told Newsweek.
Vet's Labrador saves life of deputy's K9 injured in shooting
"[He] remains in serious but stable condition after undergoing a lengthy surgery this afternoon," Fond du Lac County Sheriff's Office said of the injured K9.
"Cocaine of the sea" worth $1M seized in Arizona
Seizure is the second largest haul of the sought-after delicacy in Arizona's history, officials say.
Deadly bacterial infections on the rise in Florida: "serious concern"
"The bacteria invades the body's tissues and [sometimes] the only way to save the life of these individuals is to amputate," Rita Colwell told Newsweek.
Dog bitten by "dangerously venomous" snake in own backyard
"The dog bit the snake in half but [she] was still alive when I got there," Steve Brown told Newsweek. "Fingers crossed the dog pulls through."
What happens to your brain during your period
"In general, the female brain is still massively understudied in cognitive neuroscience," researcher Julia Sacher said.
Mesmerizing video shows whales wearing seaweed hats
"Even a much-studied species like humpback whales still surprises us," researcher Jan-Olaf Meynecke said. "This is just the tip of the iceberg."
Plants revealed "talking" to each other about insects in video
Scientists shine a spotlight on the secret conversations of plants with first ever real-time footage.
Common foods could help women have children later: Scientists
Supplementation with a simple compound could extend the fertility window for many women and improve female reproductive health.
Deadly snake lurks out of public toilet: "Thing of nightmares"
"[My husband] bolted back out the door as white as a ghost, running to the car yelling, 'There's a snake,'" Dolly Miller said.
Should you share a bed with your partner? Sleep scientists break it down
"For many couples, it is the time spent together before falling asleep that is most important for fostering those feelings of closeness," one expert tells Newsweek.
Can your dog look up at the "ring of fire" eclipse? What to know
Various wild animals have been shown to change their behavior during a solar eclipse. But what about our pets?
How to finally clear your home of lingering wildfire chemicals
As wildfire smoke spreads across the United States, it's important to know how to keep ourselves and our homes safe.
How your dog is likely to age based on size, head shape
Researchers revealed the best size for dogs to live a relatively long and healthy life.
Neuroscientists make "unexpected" discovery over cause of childhood autism
The researchers hope their findings will open the door to new treatments for neurodevelopmental disorders in young children.
Woman shoots her own dog trying to free him from pit bull's mouth
"Before I knew it, they were surrounding us, knocked me on the ground," said Florida resident Annette Sloan.
Using your phone at night can make you fat, scientists say
Disrupting your internal body clock could be driving your desire for that late night snack.
Toys top list of 10 most common types of electric waste
Nearly $57 billion of rare metals and raw materials get thrown away every year in the form of electronic waste. But what counts as e-waste might surprise you.
"Forever chemical" replacements detected in human bodies and homes
The replacement chemicals were brought in as a "safer" alternative, but research has shown that they too can negatively impact human health.
Toxicologists reveal popular weed killer may harm teenage brains
"Very little is known about the safety and long-term effects on humans for most of these chemicals," a San Diego academic in the study said.
Boa constrictor snake found behind coffee machine at local bar
Boa constrictors are a large species of snake that can grow more than 13 feet long and weigh over 100 pounds when fully grown.
Alligator bursts from lake, launches itself at fish: Photos
"There is no way for a photographer to anticipate a rare moment like this to happen," Timothy Mark Smith told Newsweek.