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Although only one sloth species is considered endangered, all sloth species are facing population decline due to deforestation and habitat loss.

What could the green liquid coming from city sewers have been? Social media users found a likely explanation for a weird occurrence.

A project to build 99 tiny homes in Canada is helping unhoused community members, but some critics say it's unhealthy for the residents to be so cut off from the rest of society.

A gardener in Ontario, Canada, believes he has grown the world's largest zucchini. His giant vegetable measure 8 feet, 4.79 inches.

Shanya Gill, a sixth-grader, won a youth science award for her invention using thermal imaging to detect fires. Here's how it works.

If you suffer from seasonal depression, you might get a kick out of these surprisingly accurate seasonal depression memes.

One woman discovered tiny worms in Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and warned others to be cautious. Find out if Reese's has recalled the candy.

Standing at 7 feet 2 inches on his hind legs and weighing 252 pounds, Abu, a Turkish Malakli, is the U.K.'s biggest dog.

The American Ornithological Society plans to change the English names of dozens of bird species in an effort to diversify birding.

People often confuse palliative care with hospice care, giving it a bad rap. Palliative care is actually for any stage of an illness, not just end-of-life.

A California man wants to pay all the costs for an electric car charger in his garage, but the HOA is putting up a fight. Here's what happened.

Did you know you can buy a banana slicer? That's just one of the many ridiculous products adding to the problem of wasted resources.

It wasn't the first time Alfredo Aliaga tackled the Grand Canyon rim-to-rim hike. However, at age 92, he may have set the record for the oldest person to complete the strenuous hike.

See the amazing photos of the house Maxine Sharples got in Liverpool for £1 and then renovated herself.

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

Social media icon Esther the Wonder Pig has died at age 11. The pig rose to fame on social media after her guardians thought she was a "micro pig."

Headed to Salem, Massachusetts, this fall? From ghost walking tours to antique shops, here's how you can explore the coastal New England city sustainably.

Some cultures believe in superstitions associated with pregnancy and eclipses, such as miscarriages or birth defects.

After being declared extinct in 1898, the rare takahē bird species is making a comeback thanks to decades of conservation efforts.

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.

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.

The best time to take black seed oil is on an empty stomach (and once you have consulted your doctor). Here's what it's commonly used for.

In an exclusive interview with 'Green Matters,' reworked vintage clothing designers Maddie West and Brooklyn Karasack got candid about their sustainable fashion journeys.

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.

If you're looking to dispose of old pairs of socks that are ridden with holes, there are many sock recycling programs out there.

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

One lucky thrift shopper found Lapalma LEM stools for just $50 apiece, though they sometimes retail for nearly a thousand dollars each.

Social media groups have drawn attention to white spots on bananas, which could mean a bug infestation or spider eggs.

Kundalini yoga is often called the most dangerous form of yoga because of its focus on awareness and spiritual awakening, though not everyone believes it is dangerous.

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.

Wolves are stereotyped for howling at the moon, but sadly, this concept is more of a myth than a fact. Wolves howl for social reasons instead.

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.

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.

The Nile River is drying up due to a number of factors, including climate change and overuse. Here's what that means on a global scale.

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