Bones
Strengthening the body's bones
Many people begin to think about bone health only after a fracture, but experts emphasize that there are simple daily habits that can help maintain body strength over the years.
The noise that stresses those around you: What really happens when you crack your joints
Newly discovered fossil challenges idea of ape origins in east Africa - study
Neanderthals who lived in Siberian cave millenia apart were distant relatives, study finds
New carnivorous 'bone collector' caterpillar species discovered in Hawaii
This rare caterpillar decorates itself with insect remains to camouflage from predators.
Unknown, ancient Texan hunter-gatherers made musical instruments from human bones
New findings suggest ancient cultural exchange between southern Texas tribes and the Aztecs.
Study reveals how Ice Age humans built mammoth-bone structures
Evidence suggests humans scavenged mammoth bones from existing bone beds over centuries.
1,500-year-old bones found in IKEA bag in Germany
A volunteer helper from the 1965 excavation, who later moved to the Fulda area for work, was allowed to keep the skeletal parts as a thank-you.
Shocking discovery:'Ushikawa Man' fossils are actually ancient bear bones, says University of Tokyo
The oldest human fossils on Japan's mainland were found in a limestone quarry near Hamakita, 40 km east of Ushikawa.
Homeowner finds complete Ice Age mastodon jawbone while gardening in his Hudson Valley backyard
The discovery was made in the town of Scotchtown, about 70 miles from New York City.
Grisly discovery: 4,000-year-old mass grave evidence for cannibalism in ancient Britain
Researchers found signs of cannibalism in the victims, including tool marks, fractures linked to marrow removal, and human chew marks on bones.
Tobacco changed human skeletons, researchers say
The research team analyzed human skeletal remains dating from the 12th to the 19th centuries to investigate the impact of tobacco use on bone health.
13,000 years ago, North Americans used cheetah, lion bones to sew furs against the blistering cold
Researchers say their findings are 'conclusive proof' of Paleoindians making tailored garments.
Researchers create ‘biocooperative’ material showing bone-healing potential of blood
Nottingham scientists create a 'biocooperative' material from patients' blood to repair bones and boost healing, published in Advanced Materials. Led by Prof. Alvaro Mata.
