Dyeing To Know: The Environmental Impact of Chicago's Green River
Explore the environmental impact of dyeing the Chicago River green for St. Patrick's Day, balancing tradition with ecological concerns.
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Skincare Recalls 2025: La Roche Posay and Proactive Among Products Listed
Several skincare and beauty companies have issued nationwide recalls of their products after getting alerted to possible concerns and issues.
Are Scientists Bringing Back Dinosaurs? Here's What We Know About the Latest Efforts
It may seem like the plot of a famous science fiction movie, but many are wondering if scientists are plotting to bring back dinosaurs.
U.S. Hunting Influencer Sam Jones Accused of Animal Abuse After Traumatizing Baby Wombat
A now-deleted social media post from influencer Sam Jones depicts her savagely chasing and mishandling a baby wombat as her cameraman laughs.
There's a Really Good Reason the U.S. Needs to Get Electricity From Canada
The U.S. has been purchasing electricity from Canada for years so that both countries can benefit from the perks provided by having a shared grid.
Nebraskans Are Crying Poor After Changes Put In Place by the Trump Administration Hurt Farmers
Nebraska farmers are crying out for help on social media after many claim that farmers are going broke in 2025 due to Donald Trump's policies.
Yes, Vegan Charcuterie Boards Exist — Here Are Our Favorite Plant-Based Staples
If you're hosting a party, no celebration is complete without a vegan charcuterie board, and these necessities will make it truly delicious.
Apple Facing a Class Action Lawsuit Due to Forever Chemical Apple Watch Claims
There's a proposed class action lawsuit in the works against Apple over claims that some watch wristbands contain forever chemicals.
Have Elon Musk’s SpaceX Rockets Ever Made It Into Space?
Two SpaceX rockets exploded in 2025, leaving some to wonder if any of the ships have ever made it to space ahead of a planned launch of SpaceX crews.
Nessie Is Back — A Man Claims To Have Captured a New Photo of the Loch Ness Monster
A man visiting Dores Beach in Scotland claims to have taken a photo of the Loch Ness Monster, marking the first sighting in 2025.
Miami High School Rumored To Be In the Middle of a Measles Outbreak
According to sources, Miami Palmetto Senior High School sent a warning to parents of the school after it was hit with a measles outbreak.
Fact Checking 2025 Claims That Girl Scout Cookies Are Toxic
An independent study claimed to find lead in Girl Scout cookies, prompting people to ask if girl scout cookies are toxic or being recalled.
Panama Canal Ports Set To Be Sold to U.S. Firm BlackRock
The country of Panama has no plans to hand control of the Panama Canal back to the U.S. government despite planned sale. Can U.S. actually take the Panama Canal back?
Have Autism Rates Really Increased in the U.S.? Trump's Claim Explained
Donald Trump has asked RFK Jr. to investigate autism rates in children after spreading false claims about the number of cases.
Will You Lose Power if Canada Stops Sharing Electric With the U.S.?
Canada send surplus energy to states across the Northeast, including New York — but will Canada shut it off? Plus, how much electricity does the U.S. actually get?
Scientists Discover Dinosaur Eggshell Fossils That Will Have You Rethinking Everything
Researchers uncover 100-million-year-old eggshells in Utah that appear to prove a variety of dinosaurs lived in the region before becoming extinct.
The Planets Will Align in 2025 — Understand the Spiritual Meaning of This Celestial Event
The planets will align a few times in 2025, which some folks believe is symbolic of unity and order.
Highway Teams in the U.K. Are Using Fuel-Eating Bacteria to Clean Oil Spills — Details Here
In the U.K., highway crews are using micro-organisms to clean up spills, which they say are not only more eco-friendly but help to reduce waste.
$19 for a Single Strawberry!? Erewhon Catches Heat for Absurd Price
Customers are complaining about the high-end retailer Erewhon selling a single strawberry for $19 as grocery prices continue to rise across the board.
Michelle Trachtenberg Was a Dedicated Cat Mom to Her Rescues, Mister Martini and Sir Winston
Late actress Michelle Trachtenberg was an enthusiastic cat mom to her two rescue cats, Mister Martini and Sir Winston.
Why Mars Is Red Has Always Been a Mystery. Now, NASA Knows Why.
A study, conducted in part by NASA, indicates why Mars is red — and, more importantly, what this says about potential life on Mars.
Tesla Stock Falls As Elon Musk Falls Out of Public Favor
Tesla stock nose dived on Feb. 25, 2025, as owner Elon Musk's popularity fades with people around the world.
Study Reveals How Antioxidants May Fight the Health Repercussions of Microplastic Exposure
A November 2024 article in the 'Journal of Pharmaceutical Analysis' claims that antioxidants can counteract some of the more harmful effects of microplastic exposure.
Over 100 Olympians & Paralympians Claim Their Paris Medals Are Deteriorating
Some athletes from the Paris Olympics and Paralympics claim their 2024 medals have begun to show signs of deterioration and damage.
NASA Updates Risk Assessment for Asteroid 2024 YR4’s Impact on Earth
NASA says that Asteroid 2024 YR4 now has a 99.72 percent chance of missing Earth when it passes by us in 2032.
MadeGood Granola Bar Recall Receives Class II Label
MadeGood manufacturer Riverside Natural Foods Inc. announced a voluntary recall of some of its granola bars for potentially containing metal.
Park Ranger Goes Viral After Posting About Being Laid off During Trump Cuts
A park ranger's viral post puts a face to the thousands of federal works that were abruptly fired by President Donald Trump's administration.
Tom Hanks Narrates NBC and BBC's Joint Nature Docuseries 'The Americas' — Details Here
Actor Tom Hanks narrates NBC's 'The Americas,' a 10-part nature docuseries. It's not the actor's first time lending his voice to environmental shows.
Once Caged and Abandoned, 2 Tigers Celebrate Anniversaries at Texas Animal Sanctuary
Tigers Elsa and Loki were rescued from captivity in February 2019 and February 2021, and are now living healthy lives at Black Beauty Ranch.
Scientists Mystified by Dolphin Filmed Peeing in the Air — Onto Another Dolphin
Male dolphins pee into the air in what scientists believe is an effort to send a signal to other nearby dolphins.
The Internet Is in Tears Over the Fate of a Rare Deep-Sea Anglerfish
An anglerfish made a trek to the surface of the ocean only to die after seeing the sun, prompting people to get emotional online.
To Keep Up With Beverage Trends, Coca-Cola Is Launching a Prebiotic Soda
The Coca-Cola company announced the launch of Simply Pop, a prebiotic soda that contains zinc and vitamin C.
Is There Any Merit To "Doomsday Fish Theory?" Oarfish Sighting in Mexico Makes Beachgoers Nervous
Many are convinced "Doomsday Fish theory" means that oarfish are spotted before earthquake activity. Let's unpack what's behind this myth.
Despite the Rarity of Shark Attacks, They're Still Occurring: All the Shark Attacks of 2025
It's always important to be aware of potential dangers during your beach trip. In 2025, there were shark attacks throughout the globe.
NASA’s James Webb Telescope Captures Extraordinary Image of a Dwarf Galaxy 5 Million Light-Years Away
The James Webb telescope used a near-infrared camera to capture an image of the Leo P dwarf galaxy which is located in the Leo constellation.
Woman Winds up in Hospital After Making This Mistake Drinking Through a Glass Straw
A woman says she was hospitalized after a glass straw broke, causing her to swallow a 5 millimeter piece of glass.
A Kayaker Almost Became Lunch When He Was Swallowed by a Whale
A kayaker was floating in the water off of Chile when a humpback whale swallowed him and then spit him out.
Climate Change’s Next Victim May Be Your Favorite Chocolate Candy
The price of has increased by 200 percent over the past year thanks to climate change.
Paul Rudd, Lady Gaga, and All the Celebs Who Ate Vegan on ‘Hot Ones’
A number of celebrity guests have opted for plant-based chicken wings on the competitive eating series, 'Hot Ones.'
The Humane Society Has Rebranded With a New Name
The Humane Society is now known as Humane World for Animals, which the organization hopes will better convey its mission of serving animals.
Hawaii's Mount Kilauea Just Erupted — but When Did It Last Erupt?
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.
February's Full Snow Moon Can Signal a Renewal, Just in Time for Spring
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.
A Toxic Spill Might Be Behind the Argentina Canal’s Blood Red Appearance
Argentina's Sarandí Canal turned red after what locals believe was a toxic spill from one of the neighborhood's industrial manufacturers.
Over Listeria Concerns, FDA Recalls Doughnuts — Including Some Dunkin' Items
FGF Brands just recalled 2 million doughnuts over concerns that the products have been contaminated by listeria.
The Best Super Bowl Commercials for Sustainable Brands at This Year's Game
These 5 Super Bowl commercials remind sports fans to put their best eco-friendly foot forward with laughs and facts.
Radar Imaging Shows a Portion of Southern California Is Slipping Into the Ocean
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.
Whale Songs Aren’t Just Noise – They Have Surprising Similarities to Human Speech, Study Finds
A study finds that whale songs are similar to human speech patterns after breaking down the sound lengths and frequencies used by the mammals.
Meatly Introduces First-Ever Lab-Grown Dog Food in 2025 — Details Here
Meatly has announced a plan to dog food made from lab grown meat, with a product it claims will duplicate the taste of chicken.
Viral Video Reveals the Right Way to Use Flonase, Because Apparently We're All Doing It Wrong
A doctor explains how to correctly use Flonase nasal spray, which includes manually opening your sinuses before you spray.
Gerber Issues Nationwide Recall of Teething Sticks After a Child Ends up in the ER
Gerber recalls Soothe N Chew teething sticks after multiple complaints of children choking, including an incident that sent a kid to the ER.