TECH & SCIENCE
Science Recreates Biblical Fire To Reveal Secrets 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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Scientists Reveal Link Between Kids' TV Time and Their Adult Health
These effects were seen even when individuals had reduced their screen time during adulthood.
Take a Virtual Tour of the Edo-Tokyo Museum
The Edo-Tokyo Museum has launched Hyper Edohaku, an app for interacting with the museum's collection and learning about the Edo period's history and culture.
'Beautiful' Water-Nymph Marble Statue Found in Ruins of Roman Baths
The delicate statuette, thought to have been of religious significance, was found in a very unusual location: the garbage heap.
Video Shows Land Disappear as Lake Powell's Water Levels Rise
Lake Powell has risen almost 60 feet since May after reaching drastically low water levels last summer.
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.
Orca Attack Leaves Yacht Heading for Rock Collision
"When I looked at the back, I saw them [...] with their white belly up, the rudder swinging from side to side," crew member Santi Villagrans said.
Bisexual Women Four Times More Likely to Have Long-Term Health Issues
Researchers have found that bisexual people have the worst health outcomes of any sexuality.
How to Snack Correctly, According to Science
Over 90 percent of Americans snack on a daily basis, according to the USDA. And yet, one researcher says "surprisingly little" has been published on snacking.
U.S. Air Pollution as Harmful as Second Hand Smoke During Canada Wildfires
Researchers found that the fine particulate matter as a result of the wildfires in Canada was just as bad as sitting in a bar full of smokers.
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.
Moment Man Comes Face-to-Face With 15ft Tiger Shark: 'Maintain Eye Contact'
"It [was] humbling, awe-inspiring, empowering and exhilarating all at once," Bryan Leist told Newsweek.
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.
Snake Catcher Called Out to 'Large Hissing' Not Prepared for What He Finds
James Bindoff, who goes by Townsville Snake Catcher on the internet, found an unusual culprit after responding to what was thought to be a loudly hissing snake.
Scientists Analyzed How Over 200 Plant-Based Milks Compare to Cow's Milk
Most plant-based milks were low in this one essential nutrient.
Alligator Hilariously Spotted Waiting for the Bus in Florida
"Just another day in Florida," wrote one local, as authorities asked, "Why did the Alligator cross the road?" before adding, "To get to the bus stop on time."
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.
Mystery of Crusader's Sword Found at Bottom of Sea Finally Solved
The sword was found to be encrusted in several centuries' worth of sand and shells, needing X-rays to visualize what the sword truly looked like underneath.
The Diet Foods That Are Making You Fat
"The diet industry makes billions of dollars by making people think that 'healthy' diets have to include [these] products," nutritionist Jillian Kubala said.
Your Sweet Tooth May Be Hardwired in Your DNA
"There is a real genetic influence on the foods we choose to eat," Joanne Cole told Newsweek.
Scientists Identify Best Prebiotic Foods for Gut Health
"We were surprised by how relatively small the portions of the prebiotic dense foods contained the recommended daily amount of prebiotics," Cassandra Boyd said.
