October 1 Deadly mosquito-borne virus sparks CDC travel alert — could it reach the US? Amid growing outbreaks, Americans traveling abroad should use insect repellent and protective clothing to prevent chikungunya virus, experts recommend.
October 1 Jane Goodall, pioneer who discovered chimpanzees use tools, dead at 91 during U.S. tour Dr. Jane Goodall, the pioneering primatologist who discovered chimpanzees use tools and revolutionized our understanding of primates, has died at age 91.
September 27 Scientists test bite-resistant wetsuits that could reduce shark attack damage Flinders University researchers in Australia tested four bite-resistant wetsuit materials against white and tiger sharks, finding all reduced damage from shark attacks.
September 26 Researchers test new shark-bite resistant wetsuits Scientists in Australia say the wetsuits will protect divers in strategic areas of the body to prevent blood loss. (Flinders University via AP; Photos: Sam Cahir/Predapix)
September 26 Best time to get the flu vaccine this fall as influenza season approaches Flu vaccination timing varies by group, with pregnant women and those over 65 advised to wait until September, while some children may need two doses.
September 25 Surge of rare jellyfish sightings across multiple beaches stumps experts A moon jellyfish bloom in the Gulf of America is driving record numbers of pink meanie jellyfish to Texas shores, where they feed aggressively on their prey.
September 25 'Tiger King' associate killed by tiger during Oklahoma wildlife preserve performance show A tiger preserve owner linked to "Tiger King" Joe Exotic died in a tiger attack during a show, prompting reactions from Exotic and PETA.
September 25 New virus strain spikes in 9 US states with symptoms from brain fog to persistent cough The XFG variant, also known as Stratus, is now the predominant COVID-19 strain in the U.S. after spreading to 38 countries, according to WHO and CDC data.
September 25 Oklahoma family uncovers 'really neat' diamond at state park, thanks to dollar store tools An Oklahoma family discovered a 2.79-carat brown diamond at Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas, thanks to sand-digging tools from a dollar store.
September 24 Dangerous spike in superbug infections surges across US as experts share cautions A dangerous drug-resistant bacteria called NDM-CRE is spreading rapidly across the U.S., resisting most antibiotics and proving difficult for doctors to treat.