Robyn White
Nature Reporter
Robyn White is a Newsweek Nature Reporter based in London, UK. Her focus is reporting on wildlife, science and the environment and has covered environmental topics and issues. Robyn joined Newsweek in 2022 and previously worked at environmental publication LetsRecycle, range of consumer magazines at Damson Media focusing on pop culture, art and health. She is a journalism graduate of Kingston University. Languages: English.
You can get in touch with Robyn by emailing r.white@newsweek.com
Science recreates Biblical fire to reveal secret of Jerusalem's destruction
Scientists have studied the charred remains from an elite building that burned down to gain insight into the Babylonian siege of Jerusalem in 586 B.C.E.
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Atlantic Ocean current could collapse as early as 2025
If it collapses, it could be a catalyst for many climate change-related disasters, including sea level rise.
Very rare medieval pocket sundial discovered
It's believed the ancient clock came from the late medieval period, and belonged to an order called the Brethren of the Common Life.
Strange optical phenomenon caught on camera: "Portal to another dimension?"
The footage actually captures a subsun, which is generated by the reflection of the sun on a cloud of ice crystals.
Woman accused of posing as a doctor and working for months in ER
The woman had been working under a senior doctor and co-workers said the only seemingly odd thing about her was that she asked a lot of questions.
Crocodiles wandering streets after heavy rains captured
Monsoons in India swept the dangerous animals into a busy city, along with venomous snakes and other reptiles.
Perfectly preserved Roman glassware recovered from 2,000-year-old shipwreck
The cargo on board the wreckage consisted almost entirely of glass, and holds valuable clues into its voyage.
Antarctica's sea ice level breaks lowest ever record
Climate change is melting Antarctic ice rapidly—and it appears that the situation is getting worse.
Lake Mead water update as new forecast sees levels rise
The lake is expected to rise some 6 feet by the end of September.
Fact check: Is there a 9-foot, man-eating turtle in Indiana?
Tales of a man-eating snapping turtle lurking in an Indiana lake have been widely shared on social media.
Human West Nile virus case reported in California
Residents in Tulare County are being urged to be cautious as mosquitoes swarm during the summer months.
Rhino goes from "0 to angry" and charges at car in shocking video
Richard De Gouveia, a professional guide and photographer, told Newsweek he has had many wildlife encounters but none quite like this.
New venomous snake species discovered: "Absolutely awesome"
The snake had previously been mistaken for others, however researchers have now found it is an entirely new species.
Archaeologists make "significant discovery" of ancient pygmy hippo fossils
It is the first time that such a "high concentration of pygmy hippopotamus fossils" has been found in Greece, one of the paleontologists said.
Skeleton of disabled teen with bracelet puzzles archaeologists
The skeleton, which must be more than 300 years old, shows the teenager had spina bifida, a congenital defect of the spinal column.
Hungry snake forced to throw up after eating 2 ceramic eggs
The reptile was found in a chicken coop after swallowing the eggs by accident.
Swimmers told to avoid dolphins after spate of attacks
One 60-year-old man was left with broken ribs and bite marks on his hands after a dolphin rammed into him on July 16, one of four attacks that day.
Man with amputated arm gets bionic hand in surgical breakthrough
The findings of a study report how the bionic hand can be manipulated for individual movement of fingers and hands using artificial intelligence.
Over 50 whales die on beach as rescuers fear pod followed mother in trouble
All pilot whales died apart from one after they were found fighting for their life on a Scottish beach.
Is diet soda safe or not? Understanding the latest news on aspartame
Aspartame has been classified as "possibly carcinogenic" by the International Agency for Research on Cancer. What does this mean for you?
Aggressive bear that charged officers euthanized
The bear did not seem fazed when officers tried to use a stun gun on the animal.
Nearly 7-foot alligator attacks Florida man, bites him on the leg
A licensed trapper managed to apprehend the alligator and remove it from the area.
Metal detectorists find medieval treasure trove buried in forest
The nearly 5,000 coins are believed to date back to the 1500s.
Try not to laugh at the finalists in the 2023 Comedy Pet Photography awards
The U.K-based competition was set up as a way to promote positive awareness of animal welfare issues and celebrate the contribution pets have on our lives.
Tourist dies after falling into mountain crevasse
The Slovenian man had been attempting to scale Huantsán, a rarely climbed mountain in the Andes.
Watch Florida student wrestle 19ft python as it lunges and coils around him
The python is one of the largest in state of Florida, far exceeding the average size for the invasive species.
Woman in hospital with hypertension has leg burnt, amputated, dies of Covid
The woman's daughter claims the hospital neglected her mother and intends to go to court.
Florida alligator filmed dragging giant rotting gator carcass in its jaws
The alligator had fought others for the carcass, and he was dragging it away to be eaten.
Archaeologists think they've found wreckage of US ship that held 500 slaves
Researchers believe they've found a piece of a North American ship sailed by Nathaniel Gordon—a slave trader from America in the 1800s.
Man warns neighbors pet python that can eat cats and dogs has escaped
The 15-foot-long reticulated python named Big Mama is on the loose in a Los Angeles neighborhood and can swallow a medium-sized dog whole.
