How air conditioners could solve crimes
The findings reveal a genetic fingerprint that even the smoothest criminals can't hide.
Preserved human brains from 12,000 years ago among thousands in new archive
The brains in the archive belonged to all manner of individuals, including Egyptian royalty, British monks, Arctic explorers and victims of war.
Scientists break mystery that might solve murders
A set of microbes was present on a number of dead bodies as they decomposed, possibly allowing for a more accurate time of death.
Body found in bog turns out to be 2,000-year-old cold case
One expert described the discovery of the ancient remains as a "truly unique archaeological discovery."
How a Republican working for Hunter Biden is trying to discredit GOP claims
The former House Freedom Caucus member has joined Biden's legal team to help analyze data forensics related to the infamous Hunter Biden laptop.
Tutankhamun's face revealed in stunning detail in new 3D reconstruction
The boy king's facial appearance has long been the subject of fascination among researchers and the general public.
How body farms are helping forensics solve murders
Body farms, also known as taphonomic research facilities, are laboratories that study how human bodies decompose in a number of different environments.
Alex Murdaugh's innocence claim could hinge on new video
The last video from Paul Murdaugh's phone before he and his mother were killed was shown in court on Wednesday.
The man who brings the faces of the dead back to life
"With facial reconstruction, it is the anatomy of a skull that does the talking," forensic artist Hew Morrison told Newsweek.
This is what happens to your body when you die
The body goes through five stages of decomposition—fresh, bloat, active, advanced, and dry decay.
Life-sized 3D hologram helps find rape suspect in 10-year-old cold case
"This was the first time that we used a hologram to identify a criminal," the Netherlands' Rotterdam Police Department said.
Cats could hold key to solving their owners' murders
"Preliminary data shows that human DNA is present on household cats," the study, which was conducted by researchers in Australia, said.
Mystery of hairy sea monster that washed up on Oregon beach finally solved
The "blob" was found on a beach in Florence, Oregon, baffling locals as it was covered in strange, filamentous hair.
A giraffe was killed by lightning. Predators refused to feast for two days
Images of the dead giraffe were taken by AnneMarie Scheepers who said she was told animals avoid the carcass as it excretes poison after the strike.
Recovering and identifying bodies in Ukraine "likely to continue for years"
Bodies decompose at a variety of rates depending on the temperature, humidity, insects and clothing, leading to difficulties identifying individuals.
Mystery as Human Skeleton Turns up at Tourist Beach
Police officers are encouraging people to come forward if they believe the remains, which seem to belong to one person, may be that of one of their loved ones.
How DNA and Forensic Science Failed to Identify Headless Body for 40 Years
The main ways that bodies can be identified is using facial recognition, fingerprints, dental records, and DNA identification.
DNA Confirms Lake Mead Body Is Man Lost over 20 Years Ago
The announcement marks the first official naming of any of the remains that have been revealed by Lake Mead's dropping water levels.
Decomposing Body Found Sitting in Chair in Remote California Town
A years-old corpse has been found in Wallace, California, and is unrecognizable due to decomposition.
Lake Mead Bodies May Have Turned Into Soapy Substance: Forensic Scientist
Since May, four sets of bodies have been discovered in the reservoir formed by the Hoover Dam in Nevada and Arizona as the water continues to evaporate.
TikTok Forensics Expert Uses Own Blood to Show How Murders Are Solved
The 40-year-old crime scene investigator from California says his house is covered in blood as a result of his passion.
Cops at a Forensics School are Learning Witchcraft to Find Dead Bodies
"Witching" involves holding two pieces of metal and walking in a straight line until the rods cross in the direction of an object being sought underground.
How Honey Bees Could Help Find Bodies of Missing People
"In this case, the bees are our new partners in crime fighting, and that's amazing science," said Mary Ellen O'Toole, the head of the Forensic Science Program.
'Mummified' Body Found in Oakland Center Walls Could Be Over 100 Years Old
"The conditions in the walls were such that the body was preserved in good conditions," said Lieutenant Ray Kelly of the Alameda County Sheriff's Office.
DNA From Bite Mark Leads to Arrest in Stabbing Death Almost 28 Years Later
Sharron Eugene Gadlin was arrested in connection with the death of Cheri Huss, authorities in Riverside County, California, said.
Police Use DNA Connection to Solve Murder, Rape of 14-Year-Old in 1995
"We don't give up... twenty-six years, it could have been 36, you know, until I took my last breath I was going to work this case," said a detective.
Laundrie's Remains Sent to Forensic Anthropologist; Cause of Death TBD
The partial remains, including a portion of a human skull, found on Wednesday were identified as Brian Laundrie the next day using dental records.
Man Calls Police After Finding Mysterious Bones Hidden Inside Home's Walls
The tenant theorized on TikTok that the bones may have fallen down from his "creepy" crawl space in the loft.
Shroud of Turin Likely Fake, Forensic Analysis Reveals
Researchers say there is no truth to claims that the artifact covered the body of Jesus Christ.
Forensic Lab Threw Out Bag of Human Hands
Somehow, these hands ended up in a bag down by the river.