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

After it was discovered that various Benny T’s Vesta Hot Sauce products contained an undeclared allergen, the FDA issued a voluntary recall.

Is glacier water safe to drink? In some places, its advised not to drink any water without filtration or purification. Here's what you should know.

Citing unnamed executives, board members, and his own public behavior, Elon Musk has been alleged to take everything from LSD to cocaine to marijuana.

Can you make a meme out of anything? Apparently, the answer is yes. Here are 15 bean memes to check out if you're a big fan of this legume.

Richard Brookman is thankful to be alive after a too-close encounter with a crocodile in Australia. Here's the rest of the harrowing tale.

A December 2023 video of Target customers racing to snag Valentine's Day-themed Stanley stainless steel cups shows how wild the wasteful craze has gotten.

The former oldest living chicken, Peanut, has died at 21 years of age. How long do most chickens live, and why is their lifespan so short?

Here's a look into some of the new and rare species discovered — or rediscovered — in 2023.

After Christmas, the Rockefeller Christmas tree is taken down from its spot in New York City — and its lumber is used for a virtuous cause.

An adorable 1,300-pound southern elephant seal nicknamed Neil the Seal has been wreaking havoc on coastal towns in Australia. His antics have made him an internet sensation.

Tonight — Dec. 21, 2023 — marks the winter solstice, aka the longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Here's everything you need to know.

Little did Jessica Vincent know that the colorful vase she bought at Goodwill for $3.99 would rake in over $100,000 at auction. Here's the full story on the Goodwill find of a lifetime.

Golfers at Shukuza Golf Club in South Africa were surprised to see a martial eagle kill an impala on the golf course. The course is located in Kruger National Park.

Wildlife officials crafted plans to reintroduce wolves to the Colorado wild. In December 2023, the first five wolves were released.

Actor Sydney Sweeney endured a huntsman spider bite while filming 'Anyone But You.' The brave thespian is safe, but how dangerous are the arachnids?

The key takeaways of COP28 point to fuzziness and loopholes concerning fighting the climate crisis — though the conference's major climate deal provides a glimmer of hope.

The FDA issued a recall of Aviator Sundried Tomato Halves distributed by Global Veg Corp. The recall is due to "undeclared sulfites," which may be dangerous for people with sulfite sensitivity.

Venezuela and Guyana have sparred over the Essequibo region since the 1800s; and a 2015 oil discovery in Guyana has ramped up the conflict immensely.

Pepsi has discontinued Sierra Mist and replaced it with a lemon-lime soda called Starry. Did it have something to do with internet star Cierra Mistt?

In the Gulf of Corinth, researchers spotted a dolphin with thumbs on both flippers. Find out whether this is common and how the dolphin's thumbs work.

In the U.S., Detroit, Mich., is the test site for a wireless charging road after similar roads have been built globally. Here's what to know.

Residents of Central Florida's "Space Coast" have been waking up at odd hours to house-shaking booms. SpaceX and Space Force say more are on the way.

Scientists have identified a solar system within the Milky Way 100 light-years away that features six planets moving in perfect synchrony.

The president of COP28, Sultan Al Jaber, made a controversial statement that reducing fossil fuels will not help in reaching future climate targets.

Three manatees have lived in captivity for decades. Allegations of inadequate shelter and mistreatment have prompted their transfer to another zoo.

An escaped kangaroo was on the loose in Canada for four days before she was caught by police. Here's what to know about her escapades.

A cougar in Minneapolis was caught on a home security video camera. The Minnesota DNR believes the big cat may have come from North or South Dakota.

Though the chances of getting fatally attacked by a shark are one in 3,748,067, the year 2023 has seen a handful of horrific incidents involving the apex predators.

Science says crabs feel pain, yet they are cruelly mishandled before a torturous demise. One video in a fish market shows crabs fighting for freedom.

Plentiful vegan options were promised at COP28, yet meat and dairy remain prevalent. Lobbyists allegedly plan to position meat as sustainable at the conference.

COP28, held in Dubai, is welcoming 70,000 delegates for the 2023 climate conference. Green Matters will keep you updated on notable attendees.

Thousands of cantaloupes were recalled starting in September 2023. Now, cases of salmonella have increased. Here's what to know.

With billions in funding, the proposed Lead and Copper Rule Improvements mandate removal of all lead pipes from U.S. water systems.

A British man said a spider laid eggs in his toe while he was on a cruise, but biologists say this is false. Here's more on the icky story.

Is Unilever committed to phasing out single-use plastics? A Greenpeace report shows otherwise, despite the corporation's environmental pledges.

The chief executive of ADNOC, Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, will lead the COP28 climate talks despite allegations of his pushing oil interests.

Clean beauty brand Pacifica's charitable "One Typo = One Tree" campaign will feature holiday products with packaging typos. Little mistakes shouldn't create waste!

In Indonesia, a baby Sumatran rhino was just born at a sanctuary, which is another huge win for the critically endangered species.

Thanksgiving has been observed for over 400 years — but the true story behind the holiday is far more grim. Thanksgiving is bad for a number of reasons.