Scientists focus on genetically engineering mice to cut Lyme disease transmission

This is an updated version of a story first published on Sept. 21, 2025. The original video can be viewed here.  Biologist Charles Darwin began crafting his theory of evolution on a trip to the Galapagos Islands, where he discovered animals had developed unique traits that varied from island to island. Nearly two centuries later, on … Read more

How hantavirus spreads: What to know about rare person-to-person transmission

The World Health Organization said Tuesday that some passengers aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship may have been infected with the deadly hantavirus through person-to-person transmission, an extremely rare occurrence that scientists are racing to confirm. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “Our assumption is they … Read more