Scientists may have solved mystery of Venus' lost water
Venus is thought to have once had a lot of water, though how the water escaped from its atmosphere has puzzled scientists.
Man "staggered" as lost card found on Antarctic seafloor 2,400 miles away
The card remained with NIWA for eight more years after its discovery until they finally tracked McCaw down.
Scientists puzzled by "rule of four" pattern found in most materials
A strange pattern has been discovered underlying the structures of most materials at the molecular level.
Paleontologists may have solved 150-year-old bone mystery
"It seems highly probable that the fragments in question also belong to an ichthyosaur," researcher Marcello Perillo said.
Freaky mass of gloop washes up on beach
The bizarre glob of slimy matter is thought to be a decomposing whale carcass.
Mystery of fairy circles explained by "death zone" discovery
The circles may form due to the topsoil within them being very prone to drying out, meaning that grasses cannot grow inside.
Florida mystery as critically endangered fish wash up dead and dying
These rare prehistoric-looking fish have been spotted thrashing around near the shores of the Florida Keys, with 20 specimens having been found dead.
Sunken ship's 120-year mystery finally solved
SS Nemesis sank shortly after it left port when it encountered a strong gale, causing it to become lost at sea.
History of math shaken up as fundamental point 150 years older than thought
The decimal point appears to have been first used in the 1440s, a century and a half earlier than initially assumed.
'Lost' tropical bird not seen in 20 years caught on camera
Scientists searched for the bird high and low for six weeks throughout the Itombwe Massif, before finally finding a whole group of them.
Mystery as thousands of fish wash up dead in Washington State
So far, officials are stumped as to what could have caused the mass fish deaths near the Long Lake Dam.
Bulldog puppy spontaneously regrows jaw removed in cancer surgery
This is the first time a dog has been documented to regrow its jaw completely, after a large chunk was removed.
Map of area Amelia Earhart plane is believed to have been discovered
Deep-sea explorers say they have found what could be Earhart's airplane on the sea floor near the island she was supposed to land on 87 years ago.
Amelia Earhart's plane found? Here's what we know
"This is maybe the most exciting thing I'll ever do in my life," said former U.S. Air Force intelligence officer and pilot, Tony Romeo.
US Bigfoot sightings may have a simple explanation
New research by the Folk Zoology Society has uncovered important insights into the identity of the mythical beast.
Mystery snakeworm new to science discovered in Alaska in "X-Files case"
"It's a rare day when someone brings me an insect in Alaska that leaves me totally dumbfounded," Alaska wildlife expert Derek Sikes told Newsweek.
Dog respiratory illness maps show its spread to 16 states
Canines in at least 16 states have experienced the mystery respiratory disease, according to the latest official tally.
Archaeologists "surprised" by 6,500-year-old Stone Age site near Arctic
"The north is a magical place, and it holds many surprises—Tainiaro being just one of them," archaeologist Aki Hakonen said.
Universal law of extreme stars uncovered that may explain mystery flashes
Mysterious flashes known as fast radio bursts are among the most perplexing phenomena in the universe.
Extinct sea creature fossils help solve ancient geography puzzle
Researchers have discovered 10 new species of a strange type of marine animal that lived around 490 million years ago.
Mysterious rare giant tree-dwelling rat captured on photo for first time
"This species had only ever been documented by scientists one time before," author of the study Tyrone H. Lavery told Newsweek.
Astronomers detect extremely powerful cosmic ray of mysterious origin
The detection of such a high-energy cosmic ray—charged particles that travel through space at almost the speed of light—is "exceedingly rare."
Archaeologists find signs of mass animal sacrifices at 2,500-year-old site
A series of mysterious rituals involving animal sacrifice appear to have taken place at the site, which was intentionally buried.
Man finds mystery 1900s whiskey bottle while clearing out home
Theories and age estimates swirled after the picture of the old bottle was shared online.
Dog illness map shows states where pets are affected
Canines in at least 11 states have experienced the mystery respiratory disease, according to reports.
Biologists reveal how sea worm's butt swims off on its own to find a mate
Green syllid worms detach the bottom half of their body, which then swim independently—but just how this occurs has always been a mystery.
Theories swirl as man wakes with mysteriously shaped wound on leg
"I was amazed how it created a pretty perfect cross," the man told Newsweek.
Remains of 7,000-year-old petrified forest uncovered by violent storm
The ancient forest is occasionally unveiled when the sands shift, displaying a landscape of tree trunks frozen in time.
Lost planet Theia is hidden inside the Earth, new study says
Two strange blobs discovered deep within the Earth are the remains of the long-lost ancient planet that contributed to the moon's creation.
Mysterious deaths of elephants explained, three years later
Six of the 35 elephants found dead in Zimbabwe in 2020 were discovered to have bizarre unclassified bacteria in their bodies.