News

  1. Alarming sex appeal

    Hens may find there’s just something about a guy that squawks at danger.

    By Susan Milius
  2. Humans

    Little big people

    New fossil discoveries elevate ancient Pacific islanders, with disputed implications for controversial hobbit remains in Indonesia.

    By Bruce Bower
  3. Space

    GLAST good to go

    Gamma-ray telescope sees first light and gets a new name.

    By Ashley Yeager
  4. Health & Medicine

    It’s all just roughage

    People at risk of the colon disorder known as diverticulitis don’t need to avoid nuts, corn and popcorn, as previously recommended.

    By Nathan Seppa
  5. Health & Medicine

    Amniotic sac not so sacrosanct

    Infections found in amniotic fluid may be more common than thought and may cause premature birth.