A newly discovered fungus — named after naturalist Sir David Attenborough — transforms cave spiders into zombies. The species (Gibellula attenboroughii) forces reclusive arachnids into exposed areas, ...

There are four main types of fungal toenail infections that differ by the organism that causes them and the parts and/or ...

A new study has succeeded in mapping, on a global scale, the fungal network that supports plant life and helps regulate our ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Several new species of fungus have been found lurking in waterways, and ...

Fungus can do a lot for us — make bread, make beer and cure infections, in the case of penicillin. But when the fungus infects us, well, that’s not nearly as much fun as beer. From your head to your ...

Learn how to identify the type of lawn fungus you’re dealing with, and the best ways to treat it. Those unsightly patches of brown and yellow forming in your lawn may not be your pet’s fault. They’re ...

A team co-led by a Purdue University researcher has found that groups of fungi influence global tree species in distinct ways, depending on latitude and aridity. The team's data underscores the ...

Infection-causing fungi responsible for millions of deaths a year will spread significantly to new regions as the planet heats up, new research predicts — and the world is not prepared. Fungi are ...