Postmenopausal Ovaries May Have an Immune Role
Emerging research suggests that ovaries may retain or develop immune-related functions after menopause, but the evidence remains preliminary and clinically unconfirmed.
mNGS: The Genetic Test That Finds Almost Every Infection
Metagenomic next-generation sequencing searches patient samples for genetic evidence of bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites—but it is not a perfect test.
Infections That Can Cause Cancer and How to Reduce Risk
Some infections can raise cancer risk through chronic inflammation, tissue damage, or changes in cell behavior. Learn how vaccines, testing, treatment, and screening may help.
New Knee Arthritis Treatment: What Research Shows
A Yale hydrogel may relieve knee osteoarthritis pain and support cartilage repair, but long-term human evidence, approval, and availability remain uncertain.
SpaceX Launch Creates ‘Space Jellyfish’ Over Grand Isle
A SpaceX launch was linked to a glowing, jellyfish-shaped plume seen over Grand Isle, Louisiana, on October 13, 2026.
T. rex Cousin Fossil Displayed in New York Before Auction
A rare fossil from a close relative of Tyrannosaurus rex is on display in New York before auction, raising questions about science, ownership, and public access.
Perseverance Sets Mars Driving Distance Record
NASA’s Perseverance rover has reportedly driven farther on another world than any vehicle before it, expanding its reach across Jezero Crater.
How Antarctica Helps Explore the Universe
Antarctica’s darkness, dry air, isolation, and deep ice make it an exceptional natural laboratory for studying cosmic rays, neutrinos, and the universe’s most energetic events.
Rays Beat Guardians in ALCS Game 2 After Ramírez Error
The Rays defeated the Guardians in ALCS Game 2, tying the series at 1-1 after José Ramírez's costly error and a strong outing from Freddy Peralta.
Sean McVay Demands More Consistency From Alaric Jackson
Sean McVay says Alaric Jackson must perform more consistently as the Rams offensive lineman serves a two-game NFL suspension.