News

  1. Plants

    Most energy drinks lag in added health benefits

    Many caffeinated tonics lack natural antioxidants and other beneficial compounds found in coffee, yerba maté and other plant-based drinks.

    By Rachel Ehrenberg
  2. Tech

    New help for greasy works of art

    NMR technique identifies oil stains, guiding art conservation efforts.

    By Rachel Ehrenberg
  3. Anthropology

    Prehistoric ‘Iceman’ gets ceremonial twist

    Rather than dying alone high in the Alps, Ötzi may have been ritually buried there, a new study suggests.

    By Bruce Bower
  4. Life

    Unraveling ant genomes yields high hopes

    A new study may yield new insights into behavior and life-span in ants and other animals.