Scared of spiders? Some former arachnophobes now are keeping jumping spiders as pets The jumping spider pet market is booming, particularly with women. And for many, the journey to spider enthusiast began as an arachnophobe. Alina Hartounian
The endangered cactus behind Mexico's sweet secret In Mexico, September means chiles en nogada season. But one key ingredient, a candied barrel cactus called biznaga, is now illegal because it's vanishing in the wild. Eyder Peralta
Is taking acetaminophen during pregnancy really associated with autism in children? President Trump's announcement this week linking Tylenol with autism could play a role in ongoing legal cases against the company that makes it. Sydney Lupkin
Meteorite collectors gather in Cincinnati this weekend for 'Meet a Meteorite' Meteorites - the rocks that hurtle from outer space and make it to Earth, get a moment to shine when collectors gather in Cincinnati to show off the treasures they have found this Saturday. Bill Rinehart
'Long history of blaming mothers': Trump's Tylenol warning echoes past misconceptions Medical scholars say, efforts to find a singular cause for autism has historically led to scrutinizing parents and fueling stigma about autism Juliana Kim
Leucovorin for autism? Many scientists — and parents — are skeptical President Trump says an old drug that acts like a vitamin can reduce autism symptoms in many children. The science doesn't support that claim. Yuki Noguchi
The science behind the correlation between autism and Tylenol There's no causal link between taking acetaminophen and autism in an offspring, yet some studies point to a correlation. What does that mean? And who should parents listen to? Allison Aubrey
When it comes to Tylenol, what are parents to do? The science on Tylenol and autism isn't clear, despite President Trump's claims. Here's what parents need to know to make their own decisions about acetaminophen. Nell Greenfieldboyce
Climate change is delaying peak fall foliage. Here's what to expect this year Leaves typically start to peak in northern states by early October, but projecting peak foliage isn't an exact science. Here are some things you can do to get the most out of fall's colors. Rachel Treisman
The Trump administration is expected to link autism to Tylenol use during pregnancy President Trump and HHS secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are expected to tie autism to acetaminophen use during pregnancy, and present a cancer drug as a possible treatment. There is little credible scientific evidence for either claim. Yuki Noguchi
