Polar Bear Attacks Couple in Their Driveway — Why Polar Bears Are Coming Closer to Humans
A couple discovered a polar bear on their driveway in Northern Ontario, Canada, which proceeded to lunge at the wife.
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California's 'Ghost Lake' Returns After More Than a Century — About Tulare Lake
Tulare Lake was once the largest body of fresh water west of the Mississippi. Here's what its return over 100 years later means for California.
Is Sport Hunting Bad for Your Health? Michigan Deer Hunters' Deaths Raise Questions
Doctors say heart attacks were likely behind the deaths of three Michigan hunters that happened just days apart.
Charlotte Dujardin Banned From Equestrian Sports for One Year After Whipping Video
A whistleblower leaked a video of Charlotte Dujardin beating her horse ahead of the Paris Olympics. Now, she has been banned from the sport for a year.
Is Your Quartz Countertop Hiding A Dark Secret? All About Silicosis
The silica dust produced by cutting quartz countertops has put employees at risk of developing a fatal condition called silicosis.
Experts Warn This Alcohol Habit Is Far More Dangerous Than Binge Drinking
High intensity drinking involves consuming double the amount of alcohol that experts consider binge drinking, often to disastrous results.
Here's How To "Cat Proof" Your Christmas Tree This Holiday Season
Although cats are one of the greatest pets, they love wreaking holiday havoc — here's how to keep your cats away from your Christmas tree this year.
Tragic Last Words of Storm De Beul Released After the 22-Year-Old’s Shocking Death
Storm De Beul recorded a message promising to return home to his family right before he was killed in a snowstorm.
Kraft Mac & Cheese Faces Another Class Action Lawsuit — Details Here
A nationwide class action lawsuit was filed in December 2023 that alleges Kraft Heinz deceived consumers. Here's what we know.
Captive Orca Keto Has Died At 29 — His Cause of Death Remains A Mystery
Keto the Orca, who became infamous after causing the death of a trainer in 2009, has died after a lifetime in captivity. Here's what to know about his death.
Butterball Turkey Faces Accusations of Turkey Abuse, Assault, and More
Resurfaced footage from Butterball facilities shows turkeys being abused, tortured, and even sexually assaulted prompting calls for a boycott.
One-Third of the Drinking Water in the U.S. Contains Possibly Toxic Chemical
A November 2024 study shows that nearly one-third of the U.S. drinking water contains the chemical choronitramide anion, which has never been studied.
The Turkeys the President Pardons Have a Better Fate Than Those in the Slaughterhouse
The turkeys who the president pardons each Thanksgiving are treated to a fate better than the slaughterhouse — but it's still not ideal for the animals.
What Do Chernobyl’s Black Frogs Tell Us About the Region’s Lasting Radiation?
Scientist believe that black frogs were protected by radiation thanks to the melanin in their skin, giving hope that the area may be viable once more.
FDA Expands Voluntary Clonazepam Recall — What You Need to Know
The makers of Clonazepam Orally Disintegrating Tablets have issued a voluntary recall over mislabeled product packaging.
What You Need to Know About the Massive Ginger Ale Lawsuit
Canada Dry and Schweppes are facing legal action over claims the products use natural flavors — here's how you can submit your claim.
Volcano in Iceland Erupts for the Seventh Time in A Year — Details
Coastal residents in Iceland evacuated their homes in anticipation of a volcano eruption that began on Dec. 18, 2023. The volcano has erupted four times since.
A Portion of the Great Barrier Reef Has Lost Over One Third of Its Coral — Details
What is happening to the Great Barrier Reef, exactly? Data shows how climate change has contributed to coral bleaching.
The FDA Puts Tom’s of Maine on Notice After Finding “Significant Violations” During Inspection
FDA inspectors found bacteria in the water used to make Tom's of Maine Toothpaste, and included them in a formal letter documenting other violations.
The Earth’s Magnetic North Pole Is Moving — Here's What That Means for the Planet
The Earth's magnetic North Pole is rapidly moving towards Russia, baffling scientists and possibly disrupting cell phones and GPS signals.
U.K. Veterinarian Died by Suicide After Clients Opted for Euthanasia Instead of Treatment
Dr. John Ellis' mother testified that her son died by suicide after becoming distraught due to wealthy clients euthanizing pets to sleep to save money.
6 Monkeys Are Still on the Loose After Research Lab Escape in South Carolina
The Yemassee police have altered residents in Lowcountry, South Carolina to be on the lookout after 40 monkeys escaped from a research lab.
Multi-State Carrot Recall Has Left One Person Dead — Details Here
In 2024, carrots from Grimmway Farms are being recalled across 18 states due to possible E. coli contamination.
Experts Warn the International Space Station May Be at Risk of a “Catastrophic Failure”
NASA worries that a leak aboard the International Space Station could lead to a catastrophic failure if not fixed in time — but not everyone agrees.
Pentagon Report Includes Information on Hundreds of Alleged UFO Sightings
The Pentagon released a report detailing hundreds of new reports of unidentified flying objects, but fails to find any evidence of UFOs.
The New Species Experts Have Discovered — or Rediscovered — Throughout 2024
In 2024, a number of new animal species were discovered (and rediscovered!) including snakes, dinosaurs, jaguars, and more.
Rescue Horse Runs Free on a Moroccan Beach — Behind the Majestic Viral Video
A video of a rescue horse goes viral after he's caught running free on a Moroccan beach just four months after being rescued by a travel agency.
Is Hurricane Sara Heading Towards Florida? Everything You Need to Know
Meteorologists predict that a storm system in the Caribbean is likely to turn into a massive hurricane poised to hit Florida.
Animal Rights Activists Call for Fireworks Ban After the Death of a Baby Red Panda
Guy Fawkes Night fireworks are likely behind the death of Roxie, a 3-month-old red panda living at the Edinburgh Zoo.
November's Beaver Moon Is the Last Supermoon of 2024 — Details Here
The Beaver Moon is November's full moon name, but luckily for those in November 2024, it's also the fourth (and final) supermoon of the year.
Cowboys Loss Was Blamed on Sun Glare — Are Stadium Curtains Even Possible?
Dallas Cowboys player CeeDee Lamb blamed the sun for a loss against Philadelphia, angering team owner and general manager Jerry Jones.
Axolotl Populations Are Dwindling — What You Need To Know About the Critically Endangered Amphibian
Over fishing and a lack of wild spaces has put the axolotl on the critically endangered species list, raising concerns about their future. So, how many are left?
Mount Fuji Breaks a 130-Year-Old Record Thanks to Japan’s Extremely Hot Summer
Record summer heat in Japan is believed to be behind the reason why Mt. Fuji's peak remained snowless for approximately a month longer than normal.
Watch the Moment a Raccoon Fell From the Ceiling at LaGuardia Airport
Travelers captured a video of a rogue raccoon who came crashing down through the ceiling at New York's LaGuardia Airport.
Aldi Issues a Massive Cheese Recall — Here’s Everything You Need To Know
Aldi issues a recall across several states over listeria concerns with their brie and camembert cheeses.
Penn Cove Orcas Make Their First Return to the Site of Brutal 1970 Killings
Orcas return to the site of the brutal 1970 incident where an estimated 80 orcas were rounded up and captured or killed in Penn Cove, Washington.
Can Refrigerator Filters Remove Fluoride From Water? A Fact Check
Most refrigerator filters will not remove fluoride, a mineral that has been added to public drinking water since 1945, from water.
It Really Just Snowed in Hawaii — Why This Happened
Mauna Kea's summit received 2 inches of snow as Hawaii's Big Island faced a combination of cold air and moisture.
Your Dairy-Free Starbucks Order Is About to Get Cheaper
Starbucks will no longer upcharge customers who order alternative or non-dairy milk beginning Nov. 7, 2024.
Grad Student Accidentally Discovers a Lost Maya City in Mexico
A student found a lost Maya city the size of Washington, D.C. buried under the thick jungles of Campeche, Mexico.
Baby Powder Recalled in 35 States Due to Asbestos — What to Know
Dynacare baby powder is being recalled in 35 states after routine sampling uncovered the presence of asbestos.
Mom Sparks Controversy by Purchasing a Rare $10,000 "Velvet Frenchie" Dog
A woman came under fire after spending $10,000 on a rare type of "Velvet Frenchie," which vets say have all kinds of health problems.
The Simply Orange Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Dismissed — Why That Isn't Necessarily the End
Coca-Cola product "Simply tropical juice drink" was accused of containing PFAS, or forever chemicals, in an April 2023 lawsuit.
PRIME Hydration Faces a 5 Million Dollar Lawsuit Over PFAS Claims — Details Here
Independent testing shows the presence of PFAS or forever chemicals in the grape flavor PRIME Hydration drink, prompting a class action lawsuit.
Put Down That Quarter Pounder — Burger Is Being Blamed for E. Coli Outbreak
The CDC has issued a Food Safety Alert after people across 10 states were sicked by E. coli after eating a Quarter Pounder at McDonald's.
Juul's $300 Million Class Action Settlement Results in Thousand-Dollar Payouts for Some — Details
Juul is known as one of the largest e-cigarette producers, and also one of the main contributors to a vaping epidemic among the youth.
Animal Welfare Win — Romania Votes to Put an End to Fur Farming
The Romanian Parliament voted to ban mink and chinchilla fur farming, putting an end to the country's last two fur farming products.
A Needlefish Attack Took the Life of a Pro Surfer
Giulia Manfrini has been killed in after being impaled by a swordfish off the coast of Siberut Island.
Everything You Need to Know About the October 2024 Supermoon
A supermoon will appear in the sky on Oct. 17, 2024, and it will coincide with the arrival of the hunter's moon and the C/2023 A3 comet.
Study Finds Evidence of Microplastics in Dolphin Breath — Here's Why This Is Concerning
A U.S research team discovered the presence of microplastics in samples collected from dolphins, proving how far the plastic pollution has reached.