Big Impact

Tesla is recalling over 54,000 of its Model X SUVs over faulty brake fluid. See if this Tesla recall or others apply to you and your vehicle.

A lawsuit claims Panera should have warned consumers of its Charged Lemonade's caffeine content after a student died.

Emma Grede tells Green Matters about the creation and inspiration behind the brand Safely.

People on the internet are giving themselves dimples with little contraptions called dimple makers. However, doctors warn that this could come with risks.

Greta Thunberg is a serious environmental activist, but she’s also the inspiration behind some great, unforgettable memes. Check them out here.

Despite how cruel bullfighting is, it’s still allowed in certain cities and countries worldwide. Sometimes even animal welfare laws can’t end it.

Poison dart frogs may be colorful, tiny, and adorable — but if one brushes against you, you may come in contact with enough poison to kill you.

Researchers concluded that only 21 mountain chicken frogs remain in the wild, and climate change has been a major factor in the species' decline.

If you want to protect wildlife and promote their natural behaviors, it's important not to feed them (even if you want to).

Why don't other animals wear shoes like horses do? In truth, not all horses need shoes, but many domestic horses do — here's why.

People love their pets, but a photo of a deer spray-painted with the word "PET" has raised questions about whether deer can be pets.

There's an old joke about why bees have sticky hair, but their stickiness actually impacts their survival.

The quality and taste of beer is changing due to global warming's impact on the growing season for hops, the key ingredient to beer's taste.

Unfortunately, textile waste makes up a large portion of landfill trash. So, what should you do with old underwear? Here's how to donate old pairs.

Bog bodies have been found across northern Europe, revealing startling truths about the past. One bog body, the Elling Woman, even had braided hair.

Biomimicry has helped shape the world around you and you might not even realize it. Here are the best examples of nature's influence on humans.

Frogs, salamanders, newts, and other amphibians were the tiny subjects of a study that found 41 percent threatened with extinction.

Sure they may be sweet, but many popular candy brands are not made ethically. Here are candy brands out there you can feel good about supporting.

Researchers are developing an eco-friendly glue inspired by a certain bivalve mollusk: the mussel. Details on the sticky soya oil-based innovation.

Red pandas may have a positive reputation online, but that doesn't change the fact that they are wild animals. Are they dangerous?

On Oct. 14, 2023, the solar eclipse becomes a rare "ring of fire," prompting tourists to travel and track the movement of the event.

A 400-pound pig was rescued after going on a multi-day crime spree in Aurora, Colorado. Here's the story about this adorable offender.

Here are a few ways to honor Indigenous Peoples' Day, an annual holiday that falls every October.

Formerly known as Columbus Day, Indigenous Peoples' Day is a federally-recognized holiday that honors Native Americans and shines a light on the unjust colonization of the U.S.

President Biden says he cannot stop construction on a border wall between the U.S. and Mexico, as funds have already been allocated.

The U.S. has updated its red wolf recovery plan, calling for an estimated $328 million in spending over the next 50 years. Is it enough?

Many visitors to the Titanic's watery wreck and the Titanic museums in various cities have reported ghost sightings.

The American Red Cross holds regular drives to collect blood donations, and many are starting to discover that the Red Cross actually often sells the blood it collects to hospitals.

On Oct. 4, 2023, a pipeline ruptured in Jessieville, Arkansas causing a fire and the evacuation of a 1-mile radius of the explosion.

We're delving into the history of the miraculous annual Fat Bear Week.

Cupro fabric is made from cotton, and is a vegan alternative to fabrics made from nonrenewable resources — but it also uses toxic chemicals.

Newsflash: Your waste coffee grounds end up in landfills. RMIT researchers have figured out a way to turn waste coffee grounds into sustainable concrete.

A mystery venture called Project Omega is reportedly associated with Elon Musk, but some people question whether it exists at all.

In 2023, Canada has experienced a record number of wildfires across Central Canada and the Northern Territories. Are they under control now?

Bears and humans don't mix, for good reason: here's everything you need to know about the bear attacks of 2023.

Connecticut Fish and Wildlife officials caught a 400-pound stingray in the Long Island Sound in September 2023. Here's what to know about the rare sighting.

Climate change is affecting water levels worldwide and impacting the flow of major rivers like the Jordan River. Here's a look into why water levels are so low.

The famous Sycamore Gap tree in England was felled by a teen, who was arrested on suspicion of criminal damage. Here's what to know.

Bill Gates owns plenty of rich farmland, and that includes acres of potato farms — some of which supply McDonald's.

Although they might look scary, bats are an essential part of ecosystems and some species do migrate in winter. Here's what to know.