Another Burning Miss Universe Query: Why Did Miss Honduras Wear Skulls?
It turns out the skulls have many layers of symbolism, from Mayan lore to modern-day issues.
Health & Safety
It's Costing A Lot Of Money To Make Those Toenails Fungus-Free
The health care system could save millions of dollars on treating toenail fungus by cutting out one test, researchers say. But that means that some people might take medication they didn't need.
Spaniards Snap Up Holiday Hams, Even After Cancer Warning
Ham is the most popular family gift at Christmastime in Spain. And some Spaniards are feeling defiant after the World Health Organization's warning that processed meats are linked to cancer.
FDA Approval Could Turn A Free Drug For A Rare Disease Pricey
Jacobus Pharmaceutical freely gives its experimental drug to patients with a rare disease. Now a rival wants FDA approval to sell its own version — and expects to charge at least $37,500 per year.
Illegal Trade In Tiny Pet Turtles Keeps Spreading Salmonella
Selling little turtles as pets has been illegal for decades because they harbor salmonella and make children sick. But a resurgence of cases shows that the reptiles are still on the market.
Which Burns More Kilowatt-Hours: America's Christmas Lights Or Tanzania?
As you might have guessed, the answer is not Tanzania. So the holiday season is a good time to reflect on ... electricity.
Ebola Mystery: Did A Mom Who Tested Negative Infect Her Family?
Liberia was Ebola-free for two months. Then the virus struck three family members. But how did they get it? That's what investigators are trying to figure out.
How Did Santa Get Hooked On Cookies And Milk?
Turns out the tradition of leaving cookies and milk for Santa hasn't left much of a trail of crumbs to trace through history. But it might start with the early cookies of 13th-century Europe.
As Aging Brain's Internal Clock Fades, A New Timekeeper May Kick In
Everyone has a set of genes that keeps the body on a 24-hour rhythm. As we get older, though, the main clock can malfunction. Researchers say a backup clock may try to compensate.
Minority Teens May Need An Extra Vitamin D Boost
It's hard for anyone to get enough of the sunshine vitamin in the wintry North, and dark-skinned teens may be especially prone to a deficiency, doctors find. A weekly supplement can help.