Two people on westbound U.S. 26 narrowly escaped a car fire on Wednesday after their Kia went up in flames near the Oregon Zoo offramp. The incident happened around 11 a.m. after a mechanical problem ...

You might have heard of mice squeaking, but how about singing? Well, researchers have found that some wild mice in the African desert do actually 'sing' tunes. While their voices don't travel far the ...

The world’s most popular fast-food chain and a competitor are among the 11 restaurants in South Florida that failed inspections in the past week. The “Sick and Shut Down” list covers inspection ...

UC Assistant Professor Noelia Lander in her molecular parasitology lab. A disease that's already endemic in more than 20 Latin American countries should be declared endemic in the United States as ...

Do not be fooled by their sweet-sounding name — kissing bugs are a menace and have become a real concern in Georgia. Scientifically known as triatomine bugs, these tiny insects carry a parasite that ...

Everyone adores robins and these charming little red-breasted birds remain amongst the most treasured and cherished feathered friends in British gardens. However, if you're seeking something rather ...

Eastern bloodsucking conenose "kissing bug" (Triatoma sanguisuga) on a leaf. This nocturnal bloodsucker carries and passes the Chagas disease to hosts. Photograph by Brett Hondow, Alamy Stock Photo ...

Mice often communicate in ultrasound, which is so high-pitched that it's beyond human hearing. Because these sounds don't travel very far, it was thought that they were only used for private, close-up ...

The “kissing bug” disease is spreading—and don’t be fooled by the charming name. Also known as Chagas disease, it is a tropical illness caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi and spread by insects ...

HOUSTON — A new report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is raising awareness that the potentially deadly Chagas disease is becoming more common in the United States. The disease is ...