Big Impact

The Humane Society is now known as Humane World for Animals, which the organization hopes will better convey its mission of serving animals.

When was Kīlauea's last eruption? After erupting in 2020, one of the world's most active volcanoes started erupting again on Dec. 23, 2024, shocking scientists.

As holidays become more consumerism-centric, celebrations like Valentine's Day leave behind mass amounts of waste each year.

A snow moon is the last full moon of winter, and it typically takes place in February, which is why it's associated with the winter precipitation.

Green Matters spoke to Hohenstein Americas Managing Director Ben Mead about OEKO-TEX certifications and how they benefit consumers.

Solana is known as the "Ethereum Killer" but is it living up to its promise — and is the cryptocurrency better for our environment?

Imaging taking from a radar service show that a slow moving landslide was pushing Rancho Palos Verdes, California 4-inches into the ocean each week.

Animal common names that start with "wood" are typically straightforward — it's either a reference to where they reside or what they eat!

A doctor explains how to correctly use Flonase nasal spray, which includes manually opening your sinuses before you spray.

Gerber recalls Soothe N Chew teething sticks after multiple complaints of children choking, including an incident that sent a kid to the ER.

Brain samples pulled from human specimens contained 7 grams of microplastics, a weight that is similar to that of a standard disposable spoon.

A man spent $5 on a vintage Chinese armorial plate from the 18th century at a thrift store that turned out to be worth $5,000.

Here are Black History Month facts for each day of February, about the history of the month, Black changemakers, and more.

Humans have bred and manipulated hens to lay eggs far more frequently than they would naturally.

Wegmans has issued an alert for chicken nuggets in eight states.

The H5N1 bird flu outbreak has reemerged in the U.S. after a brief pause in 2023. As a result, there are egg shortages driving egg prices up.

A disturbed and manhandled groundhog's weather predictions are not accurate — and PETA has some better ideas.

While many may assume Punxsutawney Phil is treated like an absolute king, unfortunately, the truth of his year-round residence is a bit disappointing.

What will happen to Florida in 2025? A TikTok creator recorded himself asking Alexa about the future, and she's implied Florida may be in trouble.

If you followed Dr. Anthony Fauci's public health recommendations at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, you may be wondering his whereabouts today.

As climate change continues to impact many states across the country, people are looking at places in Michigan, New York, and Wisconsin as climate havens.

The Paris Agreement is an important agreement signed by countries all around the globe in 2016 — here's what it entails.

What is the environmental impact of a space launch? The environmental impact can vary based on the rocket, but the emissions can be incredibly high.

Scottish animal activists have been fighting to reintroduce the creatures to the Highlands, despite the fact that they've been extinct for hundreds of years.

Masks such as N95 and KN95 have been recommended for preventing both COVID-19 transmission and wildfire smoke.

Artificial intelligence (AI) may have seemed like a harmless way to accomplish more, but its impact on energy use and water use cannot be denied.

A young boy survived multiple days after going missing in a northern Zimbabwe game park.

Walmart voluntarily recalled bags of Marketside Broccoli Florets after samples tested positive for listeria.

Meteorologists believe that Artic winds could blow into the U.S. in 2025, creating record-breaking cold temperatures and massive storms in January.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a voluntary recall of Organic Pasture-Raised 24-Count Eggs, which were sold under the Kirkland Signature brand.

CVS is facing legal action from the U.S. Department of Justice over illegal opioid prescription and billing practices.

Russia's Health Ministry says it has developed a cancer vaccine that they plan to distribute free of charge to some of the country's citizens.

A sleepy dog naps through an adoption event, capturing hearts and securing him a new home after he went viral on social media.

Crocs, Inc. may face legal action over false claims that the shoes were made using a "special Patented Closed Cell Resin (PCCR)."

Scientists worry that the plan to refreeze the Arctic using submersible pumps may come with unintended consequences.

Do drones negatively affect the environment? Why they're banned from national parks and how animals have faced the brunt of their impact.

An interview with Oxylabs' pro bono "Project 4β" manager Gabija Birgile, on how web intelligence collection solutions drive academic and nonprofit initiatives forward.

The climate service Copernicus says that 2024 will be hottest year on record unless post-August temperatures dramatically drop.

Tulare Lake was once the largest body of fresh water west of the Mississippi. Here's what its return over 100 years later means for California.

Snow squalls are pop up snow storms that can occur quickly, dumping a lot of snow and creating dangerous driving conditions.