Robyn White
Nature Reporter
Robyn White is a Newsweek Nature Reporter based in London, UK. Her focus is reporting on wildlife, science and the environment and has covered environmental topics and issues. Robyn joined Newsweek in 2022 and previously worked at environmental publication LetsRecycle, range of consumer magazines at Damson Media focusing on pop culture, art and health. She is a journalism graduate of Kingston University. Languages: English.
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Tree thought extinct discovered after 2 centuries in "incredible" find
The tree, found in urban Brazil and called the Ilex sapiiformis, or Pernambuco holly, was first discovered in 1838 and has not been seen since.
Ancient weapons throw light on humans' history of violence
Now, researchers are beginning to theorize about who they were fighting and why.
Archaeologists find 2,000-year-old tomb of woman wearing bronze bracelet
Archaeologists have determined that the burial took place before Julius Caesar's conquest of Gaul, between 58 and 50 BCE.
Scientists discover path to treating pain without addictive opioids
Scientists are rushing to discover alternative pain treatments as the opioids epidemic in the U.S. continues to be deadly.
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Scientists might have found a solution to save world's coral reefs
New research found that providing shade to integral reefs such as the Great Barrier Reef may reduce bleaching drastically.
Man comes face-to-face with deadly 6.5ft black mamba during DIY work
Snake catcher Nick Evans couldn't believe how close the man came to being bitten by the incredibly venomous snake.
Girl born with 26 fingers and toes in unusual medical case
The newborn in India has seven fingers on each hand and six toes on each foot, making this case of polydactyly exceptionally rare.
Metal detectorist finds 2,000-year-old Roman swords in "amazing discovery"
The swords were found complete with the remnants of their wooden scabbards and fitments, alongside a copper alloy bowl.
Dinosaur with fossilized skin discovered in Montana
Paleontologists believe this dinosaur may have been able to change the color of its skin, like the modern-day chameleon.
Archaeologists find 1,500-year-old gold treasure beneath pagan temple
The mysterious gold pieces are square and about the size of a fingernail, engraved with women and men wearing grand outfits.
Girl, 11, dies after botched intubation during back surgery
The girl suffered a perforation of the trachea, a complication that can occur from the catheter placed into a patient's windpipe.
Earth's electrons may be forming water on the moon
Data from a lunar probe showed that the Earth's electrons may be contributing to the moon's weathering processes.
Gastroenterologist shares the first thing he does when patients are bloated
Vincent Ho, aka the Gut Doctor, describes how to avoid a common problem.
"There were faceless figures": Cardiac-arrest survivors recall being dead
Patients had clear memories of experiencing death, up until an hour after their hearts stopped, researchers found in a study published in July.
Archaeologists discover Mayan tomb holding body and offerings
The body was of man from the Mayan civilization that lived in Mexico during the late phase of the Classic period, in the years A.D. 600 to 900
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Lake Mead warning as levels remain critical
Despite the wet weather this year, the lake remains at dire levels and fears remain that it could reach dead pool levels.
Cats on vegan diet healthier than meat eaters
Cats on vegan diets were found to need fewer visits to the vet and were in better health overall, a study found.
Baby dies after choking on milk at daycare
Emergency services arrived at the scene in Brazil and tried to resuscitate the child, with no success.
Scientists discover odd side effect women experience after giving birth
A study has found that postpartum women reported "face pareidolia illusion" more easily than pregnant women.
Kilauea volcano update: Warning issued as tourists flock to summit
When the active volcano erupts, it puts on a beautiful fire show that attracts many tourists.
Waste worker discovers 'spectacular' 2,500-year-old gold necklaces
The necklaces were likely worn by nobles living in the Iron Age, from around the 5th to the 2nd century B.C.
Archaeologists digging up fortress find silver coin depicting Jesus Christ
The coin also shows Serbian King Stefan Uros II Milutin, who ruled from 1282 to 1321.
Scientists identify seven areas to help depression
A healthy lifestyle should include moderate alcohol consumption, a healthy diet and regular physical activity.
"Distressing and tragic" elephant killing sparks outrage
The elephant was shot eight times over a long period of time and lured back into trophy hunting territory before it died.
First whales killed days after hunting suspension lifted
The Icelandic government announced that fin whaling would resume, following a temporary ban, at the end of August.
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Bioluminescent waves light up California waters
The electric-blue algae is lighting up the California coast, from San Diego to Orange County.
Shark tourists are damaging the species' ability to hunt and reproduce
In a study, scientists found that whale sharks displayed disrupted behaviour whenever a swimmer was nearby.
Archaeologists discover 2,500-year-old canoe in remarkable condition
It is the largest and most intact canoe of its time discovered in Switzerland.
Woman, 40, dies after being mauled by two dogs she was trying to pet
The dogs, which had been on a leash at the time, bit the woman numerous times during the attack on August 18.
Mother dolphin found dead days after trapped calf was euthanized
The calf was euthanized after rescuers found it with injuries in an English river when it became stuck in long, thick weeds.
