Research
China Clones Gene-edited Disease Monkeys
Scientists say this will reduce the number of monkeys required for biomedical research.
China Recruiting Brightest Kids to Develop AI Weapons
One professor said students with creative thinking, persistence and a "willingness to fight" were wanted.
The Best Hospitals in the World 2019
Newsweek has partnered with Statista Inc., the global market research and consumer data firm, to develop the first-ever ranking of the world's best hospitals.
Milky Way's Near Miss With Dwarf Galaxy Sent Stars Wild
Researchers used the European Space Agency's star-mapping satellite to make a stunning discovery about the Milky Way.
Video Game Impact on Student Grades Minimal: Research
"Warnings regarding potential dangers of computer gaming are exaggerated," researchers said.
Trump's Approval Rating Slumped in August, Poll Finds
Shifts in personal attributes were being driven by the leanings of independents, the poll suggested.
Meddling Claims Make 'Mockery' of U.S. Election: Lavrov
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the idea a troll farm could blemish U.S. elections "makes a mockery" of American politics.
Natural Anti-aging: Maple Leaves Could Prevent Wrinkles
University of Rhode Island scientists found that people might one day be able to stop wrinkles from forming by applying a topical cream made from maple leaves.
Wi-Fi Can Detect Weapons, Bombs and Chemicals
When tested on a typical backpack the accuracy rate of finding some suspicious objects tops 95 percent, researchers said.
U.S. Worried by Russian Space Weapons Program
The U.S. assistant secretary of state for arms control says Russia's "actions do not match their words" on arms control in space.
How Mecca Pilgrimage Could Help Prevent Health Pandemic
Health workers have come up with a savvy strategy for combating infectious diseases in conflict-ridden countries.
Study: Tdap Vaccine Not Linked to Autism
The researchers hope the new data will dispel myths that the whooping cough vaccine is connected to an autism diagnosis.
Skinny Fat Body Type Linked to Risk of Dementia: Study
Having high levels of body fat and low muscle mass could pose a double threat to cognitive health, scientists fear.
Not Getting Enough Sleep Can Raise Your Blood Pressure
Women—including those who slept for seven to nine hours a night—are significantly more likely to have elevated blood pressure.
The End of Autism? CRISPR Can Edit Out Autism Traits
A team of scientists think they might be able use CRISPR to edit out genes associated with autism.
Infected With the Flu, Quarantined in a Hotel
Researchers at St. Louis University have put a price on voluntarily coming down with the flu.
How Did 1-Ton Dinosaurs Sit on Their Eggs?
These beasts may have had an ingenious solution.
Are Some Calories Better Than Others?
Almost two dozen nutrition experts have warned that calories from certain foods and drinks have greater links to obesity, heart disease and diabetes.
Is Intermittent Fasting the Healthiest Way to Eat?
Many studies suggest that fasting can extend our lifespans and boost health—so why aren't health officials rushing to recommend these diets?
Scientists: New Treatment Could Be End of Viagra
Researchers have been investigating whether stem cell injections could treat the condition.
O Blood Type Linked to Death From Serious Injury
Serious-injury patients with this blood type died at nearly three times the rate of patients with others.
Depression Linked to 44 Genes in Major New Study
Over 200 researchers worked on the largest study yet into the potential genetic risk factors of the disease which is linked to almost 1 million suicides worldwide each year.
New Twisted 'Knot' Human DNA Structure Discovered
Scientists have found a new four-stranded knot of DNA.
Going to Concerts Helps You Live Longer, Study Claims
Seeing live music increases feelings of well-being by 21 percent. That's good for your health, a researcher said.
'Ni No Kuni II' Kingdom Building Guide
Building the kingdom of Evermore is almost as important as the main campaign in "Ni No Kuni II: Revenant Kingdom." Here's how to manage Kingsguilders, recruit citizens and conduct the right research.
Bitcoin: Blockchain Spreads Dark Web Links, Child Porn
The blockchain is a distributed public ledger of cryptocurrency transactions.
Kids Are Drawing Women Scientists More Than Ever
"Children's stereotypes change as women's and men's roles change in society," researchers say.
Cyber Spy Shocker: It's Not Just Russia, but China Too
Cybersecurity firm FireEye warns groups linked to South China Sea dispute being targeted.
Diamond Reveals Never-Before-Seen Mineral
It was found in the same mine that yielded two of the largest diamonds in the British Crown Jewels.
Vaping Teens Have High Levels of Cancer Chemicals
Teens smoking e-cigarettes, or vaping, were found to have ingested far more cancer-causing chemicals than people who reported smoking traditional tobacco cigarettes.