Chemical analysis revealed a mixture of psychotropic plants, alcohol and bodily fluids in the mug, which is thought to be used in rituals. The mug is decorated with the face of the demon Bes.

Like most Florida residents these days, manatees may not be native to the Sunshine State. A recent study shows the sea cows' arrival may have been fueled by global warming.

The coastal inlet was closed off in the 1980s, when Sarasota County agreed to pile up sand to protect two vulnerable beachfront homes. But hurricanes blew open the waterway this year.

Anxiety during the holidays is normal, says USF psychiatrist Dr. Ryan Wagoner. But if it starts affecting your relationships or daily life, it may be time to seek help.

A chance swab by a Florida Gulf Coast University student found her to be a stem cell match for a patient with a rare cancer. Two years later, they met midcourt at a basketball game on campus.

A trio of English professors taught the class. Jessica Cook, Michelle Taylor and Emily Jones agreed it made them feel like they’re part of a special intellectual and cultural community.

The University of South Florida is introducing women's lacrosse and beach volleyball in 2025 and 2026, respectively.

The Bulls, who finished the regular season at 6-6, will spend part of the holidays 4,200 miles away in Honolulu for the Dec. 24 matchup. ESPN will televise the game, the only bowl played on Christmas Eve.

Outdated stoplights could be the reason behind traffic delays and accidents. A study by USF researchers suggests digitizing the system as a possible fix.

WUSF News is hiring paid interns for summer 2025, including a 40 hour a week full-time position.

Providing affirming support to LGBTQ+ older adults could be one way to reduce their risk for dementia. These individuals face unique challenges compared to straight, cisgender seniors.

The U.S. State Department finds almost 45,000 international college students studied in Florida during the 2023-2024 school year.