SCIENCE
Kitchen Warning As Scientists Find 'Unexpected' Microwave Health Risk
"We hypothesize that microwaves actually select from the pool of bacteria…those able to resist radiation," microbiologist Manuel Porcar told Newsweek.
Scientists Reveal 'One Tablespoon' Yoghurt Addition For Probiotic Boost
A squeeze of something sweet in this dish could aid the survival of healthy gut bacteria.
Archaeologists Discover 'Well Preserved' 7,000-Year-Old Farmers' Settlement
The Neolithic inhabitants cultivated plants and raised cattle, but they also engaged in hunting and gathering activities.
'Extraordinary' Roman Fort Discovered That Likely Housed 500 Soldiers
The fort, located in a far-flung corner of the empire, suggests that the Romans used an "iron fist" policy in the region.
Mars Terraforming Could Start By Warming Planet With Tiny Rods
"Artificial aerosols made from materials that are readily available at Mars could warm Mars," the researchers said.
Map Reveals Most Polluted NYC Subway Stations: 'Hazardous'
"It's one of those things that everyone should be concerned about," the researchers told Newsweek.
Women Less Likely To Get Pain Relief in Emergency Rooms: 'Troubling Bias'
Research shows doctors and nurses are failing to treat female pain with the same seriousness as male patients.
Texas Reservoir Water Levels Are Hitting Record Lows. Here's Why
As of August 7, Amistad International Reservoir is 25.2 percent full, and Falcon International Reservoir is 13.3 percent full.
During Sex, Male Frogs May Use 'Swollen Fingertip' To Stimulate Females
These fingers may produce pheromones that the male holds by the female's nostrils during mating, causing behavioral changes in the latter.
Hoard of Ancient Gold Coins Found That Were 'Too Valuable' for Everyday Use
"The discovery of such a valuable find in a controlled archaeological excavation is very rare," said researcher Christopher Ratté.
Flights: Warning of Longer-Lived Contrails 'Throws a Spanner in the Works'
Condensation trails left by higher-flying, lower-carbon aircraft are proving to be disruptive across North America.
COVID Map Shows Highest Rates Across US As New Variant Rises
More than 1 in 4 COVID tests have come out positive in five states.
California Earthquake Update: Map Reveals Where Aftershocks Hit
The 5.2 earthquake was felt as far away as Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Sacramento, and at least 49 aftershocks shook the epicenter area.
Fruit Warning As Pesticides Left Behind After Common Kitchen Prep
"Traditional fruit-cleaning operations cannot wholly remove pesticides," researchers said.
Bronze Alamo Cannon Spared From Mysterious 'Growing' Substance
The 18th-century artifact, which saw action in the iconic battle in what is now Texas, had a white, chalky substance on its surface.
Sea Creature Revealed to Have So Much DNA It Can Hardly Be Called a Species
"Instead of evolving into separate species over time, lineages readily hybridize with each other," a researcher said.
Olympics Committee Urged by Health Group to 'Cut Ties' With Coca-Cola
"It's time for the IOC to cut ties with Coca-Cola in the interest of athletes, spectators and the planet," Vital Strategies said.
Alzheimer's Breakthrough as Parkinson's Drug Surprise Teases New Treatment
The drug demonstrated partial reversal of cognitive deficits by restoring the brain's own "self-cleanup" process.
West Nile Virus Map Shows US Cases As Spike Feared: 'Remain Vigilant'
At least 80 cases have been reported so far across 24 states: "I think we're due for an outbreak," says expert.
Oncology Expert Warns Cancer in Young People Is on the Rise
"We should not dismiss the possibility of cancer just because the person is under the age of 50," Dr. David Liska of Cleveland Clinic told Newsweek.
Magma Study Challenges Leading Theory on Origin of Earth's Continents
"We still do not have enough evidence to say which process formed the continents," a researcher said.
Hurricane Debby Slams US in NASA Image Amid 'Catastrophic' Flood Warning
The hurricane has left five people dead, including a 13-year-old in Florida and a 19-year-old in Georgia who died when trees fell onto their homes.