Ancient Maya ball court may have been blessed, hallucinogenic find hints
Experts have found a "special" ritual deposit below an ancient ball court that includes psychoactive and ceremonial plant remains.
Darwin's 'abominable mystery' haunts new plant tree of life
Darwin was once flummoxed as to how so many flowering plants evolved, but researchers may have finally cracked the code.
Meghan Markle's Nigeria visit has deeply personal backdrop
Meghan and Prince Harry will visit Nigeria this month after the duchess disclosed a previously unknown link with the country.
Neuroscientists discover shapeshifting DNA controls memory formation
The discovery transforms our understanding of how DNA functions as an on and off switch to control learning and memory, the researchers say.
Water bears' "incredible response" to radiation surprises scientists
"The tardigrades are doing something we hadn't expected," tardigrade researcher Bob Goldstein said.
Owner finally DNA tests dog to find out breed, decides to throw a party
"Don't know why we were so hype about 22.9% Chihuahua," the caption reads.
Alzheimer's breakthrough as "protective" gene may open up new treatments
The findings may lead to new types of therapies that mimic the gene's protective effect to prevent or treat Alzheimer's.
How air conditioners could solve crimes
The findings reveal a genetic fingerprint that even the smoothest criminals can't hide.
Woman decides to DNA test the "mutt" she adopted, not prepared for results
"Look at this young man...is this not my dog?" the woman says of her pup's newfound sibling in the viral clip.
Face of Chinese emperor from 1,500 years ago revealed
Researchers extracted DNA from the emperor's remains for a study, which shed light on his appearance.
George Washington's descendants identified in DNA study of unmarked remains
The method used in the research could help identify the remains of service members lost around the world in past conflicts.
Why Bryan Kohberger is seeking change of venue in Idaho murder case
The change of venue request comes after "inflammatory" press coverage about the murder of four students.
We're bringing the woolly mammoth back to life
We also have incredible teams working on the Tasmanian tiger—or the thylacine—and the dodo.
DNA testing mistakes may affect more than 1,000 Colorado cases
Prosecutors suspect they will have to review and retry a mountain of cases after "anomalies" in state DNA testing were uncovered.
Dog owners who abandon poops to be found using DNA tests
An Italian city's government is cracking down on dog owners leaving dog poop on the streets.
MS is more prevalent in America due to ancient sheep farming
"In many ways, we are not optimally adapted to the environment we have created for ourselves today," the researchers told Newsweek.
How Bryan Kohberger's trial will unfold
Both sides are preparing for what will likely be the biggest murder trial of 2024.
Extinct predator may be coming back to life
The Tasmanian tiger was declared extinct in 1986, and the last known one died 87 years ago. A biotech wants to bring it back.
A DNA test changed everything I knew about my family
I shared the results with my parents, and my mother's reaction hinted at a hidden secret.
Florida official raises alarms about DNA in COVID-19 vaccines
Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo raised concerns to the FDA, saying fragmented DNA in COVID vaccines could theoretically make healthy cells cancerous.
Ramifications of Roman Empire's fall explained by geneticists
Despite Rome having a strong presence in the Balkans, researchers found no evidence of Italian ancestry in the remains of 136 individuals from the area.
Electric eels can zap DNA into nearby animals, shocking study finds
Electrical pulses from electric eels may cause little pores to open in the cells of nearby animals, allowing environmental DNA to enter their bodies.
Clams may hold the secrets to a longer life, scientists claim
The discovery points to an important role in the repair of DNA and the prevention of tumors.
Extinct animals could suddenly be brought back to life
One ancient species is on track to be roaming the earth again by late 2028.
Grandma buys 15-year-old granddaughter DNA rest, the results shock everyone
A huge family rift has developed after the granddaughter discovered the truth about herself and her ancestry.
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Fish that scientists thought was extinct is actually abundant, study finds
The assumed-extinct fish species is actually the same species as a common fish known as the European whitefish, DNA evidence reveals.
Your genes may stop you being vegetarian, scientists say
"We identified three genes that are significantly associated with vegetarianism," study author Nabeel Yaseen told Newsweek.
Gene that grants long life successfully transferred to mice
Mice with this gene lived 4.4 percent longer and showed better overall health than their peers, a study has shown.
Scientists extract DNA from 2,900-year-old palace of King Ashurnasirpal II
By isolating DNA from a single brick, the researchers discovered a "unique time capsule," providing information on one of the great ancient empires.
Does Mountain Dew erase DNA? What to know
Nichole Maks, charged with murder, poured diet Mountain Dew to wash DNA off her body, police say.