National Thrift Shop Day Is Good for the Planet and Your Wallet — How to Celebrate
In 2024, you can celebrate National Thrift Shop Day on August 17. Thrifting is hugely beneficial to the environment (and your wallet!). Here's why.
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Game Warden Makes Heroic Rescue of Groundhog Found in Claw Machine
A Duncansville, Penn., groundhog is perfectly fine after being rescued from a claw machine at a mini golf course.
The FDA Has Issued a Recall For Palmer Candy — Read Before You Snack
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced a recall of certain Palmer Candy products over salmonella concerns.
The Red Cross Blames Extreme Temperatures for Blood Shortage — Details Here
The American Red Cross says they are dealing with a massive blood shortage after summer donation drives were hindered by heat.
Neffy, the Needle-Free Alternative to EpiPen, Earns FDA Approval — Here's What It Will Cost You
Two single-use Neffy inhalers will be very affordable.
The Perseid Meteor Shower: When You Can See It, Where to Watch It, and More
For the next month or so, many of us will be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of the Perseid Meteor Shower — here's when you can watch it.
What You Need to Know About Clif Bar's Massive Class Action Lawsuit Settlement
If you've purchased Clif Bars you may be intitled to a piece of the 12 million dollar settlement from the class action lawsuit.
Watch As a Whale Steals the Show, Breaching During Olympic Surfing Competition
Those watching the women's portion of the 2024 Olympic games in Paris were treated to sight of a whale breaching in the distance.
Do People Really Eat Bear Meat? The RFK Jr. Central Park Story Raises Questions
Like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., many hunters will eat bear meat.
Toddler Nearly Dies After Drinking Slush Puppie — Why Toddlers Shouldn't Have Slush Ice Drinks
A toddler in Scotland was nearly killed after ingesting glycerol, an ingredient found in a Slush Puppie frozen drink.
Paris Officials Fought to Clean the Seine Ahead of the Olympics With Mixed Success
Paris spent over a million dollars cleaning up the Seine ahead of the 2024 Olympics, but swimmers still had complaints about the famed river.
A Climate Change-Induced Heat Wave Is Causing Difficulty for Olympic Athletes in Paris
A heat wave rocks Paris, putting the city under a heat warning as Olympians competing in outdoor games fight to keep cool.
Multi-Year Study Finds Heavy Metals in Dark Chocolate: What You Should Know
Research has found heavy metals — lead and cadmium — in dark chocolate made by a few popular brands.
Recalled Diamond Shruumz Chocolate Bars Potentially Result in Two Deaths — Details
Microdosing chocolates from Diamond Shruumz appear to be behind dozens of illnesses after undisclosed psychedelics were found in the candies.
Earth Overshoot Day 2024: How to Make the Best of This Important Benchmark
Earth Overshoot Day is the date that experts calculate humanity's need for resources will outpace what the Earth can provide for that calendar year.
Olympic Dressage Horse Suffers a Mysterious Allergic Reaction in Paris
Jose Daniel Martin Dockx withdrew from the 2024 Olympics after his horse Malagueno LCXXXIII suffered from an allergic reaction.
Researchers Find Forever Chemicals in Condoms — but These Brands are PFAS-Free
After analyzing 29 different condom and lubricant brands, researchers discover forever chemicals in several brands.
These Certified Flushable Wet Wipes Are *Actually* Flushable
Natracare was the first brand to receive the U.K.'s "Fine to Flush" certification for its flushable wet wipes.
Olympic Triathlon Training Canceled Again Due to Seine River Pollution
Heavy rainfall caused French officials to cancel triathlon training in the Seine over pollution concerns.
Orcas Continue Sinking Yachts in the Strait of Gibraltar — Details Here
Orca whales near the Iberian Peninsula are sinking boats on purpose. Scientists say this may be a learned social behavior from one orca in particular.
Earth Breaks Global Heat Records Just One Year After Setting the Previous Record
The previous record for hottest day on Earth, set in 2023, has been beaten in 2024, where the global average temperature was 62.87 degrees Fahrenheit.
Scientists Discover "Dark Oxygen" in the Ocean, Changing Everything They Knew About the Seafloor
Dark oxygen is the name for the oxygen produced in the depths of the ocean where no sunlight can reach.
Beyond Meat Introduces Healthier New Sun Sausages for Summer
The Beyond Meat company is dropping a first-of-its-kind Beyond Sun Sausage, which the company says will offer customers a flavorful alternative to the traditional option.
French Mayor Swims in Seine, Despite Activists' Plan to Poop in the Famous River
The mayor finally swam in the Seine, despite anger over the money being spent on the 2024 Olympics inspiring French protesters to threaten to poop in the Paris river.
The Recovery of a Rare Spade-Toothed Whale Might Unlock New Ocean Secrets
The body of what is believed to be a spade-toothed whale was removed from a New Zealand beach.
Watch Your Wallet — Amazon Prime Day Scams Are Rampant
Experts warn of scams ahead of Amazon Prime's annual Prime Day sales.
Climate Change-Induced Temperatures Turn up the Heat In "Urban Heat Islands"
What is an urban heat island? A 2021 study shows that the BIPOC community is disproportionately affected by heat waves hitting cities worldwide.
Study Finds Toxic Heavy Metals in 14 Brands of Tampons — Use These Tampons Instead
Tampons have been discovered to contain metals from the manufacturing process, which include toxic metal(loids) like arsenic, zinc, and lead.
Two Popular Baby Bottle Companies Are Being Sued Over Microplastic Concerns
Dr. Brown's and Philips Avent baby bottles are the subject of a class action lawsuit over microplastics.
Olivia Rodrigo Debuts Her Own Stanley Cup — How the Brand Is Preventing Bots and Overconsumption
Olivia Rodrigo has announced a partnership with Stanley. Her customized tumbler will be released on July 9, 2024.
Are Fireworks Bad for the Environment? What to Know for July 4th
The environmental impact of fireworks includes emitting CO2 and contaminating lakes or rivers with marine life.
Viva Raw Pet Food Recalled Over Listeria Concerns
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration has issued a recall for Viva Raw dog and cat food products over Listeria monocytogenes concerns.
Try These Tips to Keep Microplastics out of Your Body and Maintain Your Health
A study from the International Journal of Impotence Research says they have found microplastics in the human penis. There may be a way to prevent this from happening.
Noted Plant-Based Doctor Dr. John McDougall Dead at 77 — What Was His Cause of Death?
Plant-based physician Dr. John McDougall has died at the age of 77 after spending a lifetime promoting a high-starch vegan diet.
Coldplay Reduces Tour Emissions 59% After 2022 Greenwashing Accusations
The band Coldplay started on tour in 2021, but partnered with a greenwashing oil company. In 2024, the tour reduced emissions by 59%.
National Ice Cream Recall Due to Listeria Effects 13 Different Brands: Details
In 2023, ice cream and milkshake products were recalled for potential listeria contamination. In 2024, 13 brands recalled more ice cream products.
Bill Nye’s Summer Heat Wave Explanation Breaks Down the Science of the “Heat Dome”
Bill Nye says the "slow motion" impacts of climate change are causing the increased heat and we're unlikely to do anything about it until something big happens.
Just Stop Oil Protests Fossil Fuels by Blasting Stonehenge With Orange Paint
Just Stop Oil wants the newly elected government officials to vow to work with other world leaders to end the UK's use of fossil fuels by 2030.
How to Celebrate Summer Solstice: Connect With Nature Through These Rituals
If you're celebrating the first day of summer, welcome the warm weather and celebrate the sunniest season of the year, by practicing these rituals.
Boycott of Amy's Kitchen Ends After the Company Makes Drastic Changes
The Food Empowerment Project announced the end to their boycott of Amy's Kitchen after workplace safety changes were implemented.
What Is the White Buffalo Prophecy? Rare Birth Is Both Blessing and Omen for Humanity
The birth of a white buffalo in Yellowstone National Park has prompted celebration from Lakota Sioux leaders who say the birth is an omen.
Has Joey Chestnut Gone Vegan? Champion Banned From the Nathan's Hot Dog Contest
Nathan's Hot Dog's decision to ban Joey Chestnut from a 2024 contest has people wondering if the hot dog eating champ has gone vegan.
Hillary Clinton, Ted Danson, and More Talk Climate Action at EMA IMPACT Summit (Exclusive)
We spoke exclusively with the Environmental Media Association's CEO to learn more about the EMA IMPACT Summit 2024.
Climate Demonstrators Turn King Charles' Portrait Into Cartoon to Protest Animal Cruelty — Details
The portrait of King Charles was hanging in a London art gallery when it was used to call out alleged animal cruelty taking place on RSPCA Assured farms.
One Woman's Beach Stroll Turned Terrifying When She Was Pulled Into Quicksand
A woman was picking up garbage while strolling along a Maine beach when she was sucked into a pit of quicksand.
If You've Eaten Instant Noodles Lately, Here's What to Know About the FDA's Recall
The Food and Drug Administration has updated a recall on a previous Sun Noodle recall, designating it a Class I event.
The FDA Issues Soda Recall Across Multiple States — Know Before You Drink
The Charles Boggini Company is part of an FDA recall that includes their Pink Lemonade, Cola Flavoring Base, Yellow Lemonade and Yellow Lemonade X products.
Study Connects Xylitol to Heart Attacks — Check Out These Natural, Xylitol-Free Sweeteners
Xylitol has been linked to increased risk of stroke, heart attack, and even death. Here are a few alternatives to the low-calorie sweetener.
Fungus Turns Cicadas Into Sexually Aggressive “Zombies” — Details Here
The Brood XIX and Brood XIII cicadas are infected with a fungus that causes hyper-sexual behaviors upon their emergence in 2024.
Popular Prebiotic Poppi Soda Facing a Class Action Lawsuit Over Health Claims
Poppi soda has been named in a law suit after customers say that the prebiotic soda doesn't live up to its health claims.