Dr. Emily Roberts
Dr. Emily Roberts has a PhD in molecular biology and zero patience for headline science. She edits OwlyTimes' health and science coverage from Boston, focuses on what studies actually showed (sample size, methodology, who funded it), and tries to leave readers neither panicked nor falsely reassured.
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HealthDEA Sets April 25 Drug Take Back Day to Clear Household Medicines
The DEA hosts a national Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25. Citizens can drop off unused or expired prescription medications at local collection sites.
HealthSuspect Kills Guard in Shooting at Chicago’s Swedish Hospital
A suspect killed a security guard during a shooting at Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital in Chicago on Saturday, April 25, 2026, during a police transport.
ScienceOMSI Opens New Natural Sciences Hall Focused on Climate Action
The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry opens the Nancy Stueber Natural Sciences Hall in Portland, offering immersive exhibits focused on climate action.
HealthCamp Mystic Faces License Review After 27 Deaths in Hunt Flood
Texas regulators are reviewing the license of Camp Mystic in Hunt, Texas, following a flood that caused the deaths of 27 girls and camp counselors last year.
ScienceTrump Administration Fires Entire National Science Board
The Trump administration dismissed all members of the National Science Board, removing the primary oversight body for the National Science Foundation today.
HealthGeorgia ER Visits Surge as Wildfire Smoke Strains Air Quality
Atrium Health Navicent in Macon reports a rise in emergency room visits as wildfire smoke and drought conditions cause respiratory distress for patients.
HealthAI Models Analyze Gut Microbiome Data to Diagnose Mental Disorders
The Brain-Gut Health Initiative uses AI models to analyze microbiome data, aiming to provide objective physiological diagnoses for depression and schizophrenia.
HealthAI Medical Tools Risk Codifying Historical Bias in Clinical Data
Michelle R. Kaufman and Ai Yajuan warn that AI medical diagnostic tools risk codifying historical biases against women found in foundational clinical data.
ScienceTrump Fires Multiple Scientists from National Science Board
President Donald Trump fired multiple scientists serving on the National Science Board, the federal body that oversees policy for the U.S. National Science...
ScienceWhite House Fires Multiple National Science Board Members
The White House terminated multiple National Science Board members on Friday. These officials oversee the National Science Foundation in Washington, D.C.
ScienceOnline Conspiracy Links 10 Scientist Deaths to Research Institutions
Online conspiracy theorists claim 10 scientists died due to their research roles at American institutions, prompting investigations by members of Congress.
ScienceThomas College Launches Athletic Coaching Degree in Waterville
Thomas College in Waterville, Maine, launches a new Bachelor of Science in Athletic Coaching this fall to teach leadership and data-driven sports strategy.