SCIENCE
NASA Image Shows Hurricane Beryl Slamming Into Texas
Hurricane Beryl, which had reached a Category 5 strength in the Caribbean, made landfall in Texas as a Category 1 hurricane.
Bubonic Plague Strikes Colorado, Health Officials Confirm
Officials have said that anyone who is showing symptoms of bubonic plague, including sudden fever, should seek medical advice.
Glass Found in Food Chain for First Time
"We're just starting to understand the extent of fiberglass contamination," researchers said.
Protected Blue Penguins Die After Dog Attack
"The saddest part is these penguins' deaths were completely avoidable if people simply followed the rules," conservationist Angus Hulme-Moir said.
Roman Villas Found Hidden Underground in 'Fascinating' Discovery
Evidence of the two ancient Roman villas was uncovered within the grounds of an 18th-century country estate.
Rare Ancient Marble Statue Uncovered in City Devastated by Earthquakes
The "magnificent" statue, thought to date to the 2nd century B.C., was found in the sewage system of the ancient city.
New Mars Pictures Reveal Massive, Grand Canyon-Like Scar
Aganippe Fossa stretches about 375 miles across the surface of Mars, making it longer than the 277-mile-long Grand Canyon.
Scientists Discover Two New Species of Hallucinogenic Mushroom
One of the newly described psychoactive species is used by traditional healers to induce a "trance-like state," a study said.
'Forever Chemicals' Ban Could Impact Millions of Americans
"Ninety-five percent of us in the United States actually have some trace level of PFAS in our system," said Pennsylvania state Rep. Josh Siegel.
Autism in Kids Linked To Gut Microbiome
A new study has linked gut bugs to autism in kids, with a microbiome marker potentially able to aid diagnosis.
Scientists Reveal Weight Loss Drug Better Than Ozempic
A new study shows weight loss drug Mounjaro outperforms Ozempic, offering superior appetite control and significant weight loss.
Ozempic 'Baby Boom' Explained by Doctor
Increasingly, women have reported becoming pregnant while taking Ozempic despite being on hormonal birth control.
NASA Images Show Asteroids Passing Earth
Asteroids 2011 UL21 and 2024 MK zipped past Earth on June 27 and 29, respectively.
New Fertility Drug Boosts Chances of Pregnancy
"We are thrilled with the results of this trial," the researchers said.
Long-Lost Home of 'King Pompey' May Have Been Found in New England
King Pompey was an enslaved African who later won his freedom and became an "esteemed leader" in the Black community in Massachusetts.
Dentist Warns of Six 'Dangerous' TikTok Trends You Should Never Try at Home
Many of these trends can cause "irreparable damage" and pose a significant health risk.
How Lake Powell Water Levels Have Changed So Far This Year
As of June 24, 2024, Lake Powell's water level stood at 3,583.79 feet above mean sea level—116.21 feet below the full pool level.
Man Bites Snake to Death After It Attacked Him
India is home to many species of venomous snakes, with over a million snake bites occurring across the country every year.
Ancient Shipwreck Where Analog Computer Was Found Yields Fresh Secrets
The Antikythera mechanism, found in a 1st century B.C. shipwreck, is considered to be the world's oldest analog computer.
Shark Tracker Shows Locations Around US in Wake of Attacks
A 13-foot great white was tracked off the coast of Florida, while two other great whites were tracked near Nova Scotia.
Ozempic and Related Drugs May Reduce Cancer Risks, Study Claims
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic may lower obesity-related cancer risks, although no direct correlation has been confirmed.
Archaeologists Dispute Theory of Largest Native American City's Abandonment
Cahokia was an ancient city, located in southern Illinois, that may have had a population of tens of thousands at its peak.