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The cocoa industry is riddled with injustice. Here's our guide on how to seek out ethical, fair-trade chocolate.

Greta Thunberg joined in a major protest of the oil industry in London, where she was arrested — and subsequently cleared of public order offense.

Multiple pet food brands have recalled their products in 2023 and 2024 due to possible salmonella contamination. Here's what you should know.

Toyota issued a safety recall and "Do Not Drive" advisory for its Toyota Corolla 2003-2004 models. The recall is part of the massive recall involving Takata airbags.

Activists in Atlanta, Ga., locked themselves to construction equipment to halt work and demand that a contractor end work on "Cop City."

Flights at New Zealand's Wellington Airport were delayed Jan. 12 because of a penguin who was on the runway. Here's the scoop on the "little visitor."

After a successful embryo transfer on a southern white rhino, scientists hope IVF can save the northern white rhino from extinction.

Why do iguanas fall out of trees? In Florida, frozen iguanas drop unexpectedly from trees as they struggle to maintain body temperature.

A California woman was caught with a trunkful of Stanley cups after brazenly stealing them from a retail store. The theft is the latest in a Stanley cup craze that is reached absurdity.

Bioluminescent waves appeared in Southern California — here's what to know about dinoflagellate and how they make the ocean glow.

Stanley cup tumblers are all the rage right now, but some people don't see the appeal. Here are 16 hilarious Stanley cup memes that make show how ridiculous this trend is.

Amidst news that Arizona may soon legalize human composting, Recompose founder and CEO Katrina Spade discusses the importance of green death care with Green Matters.

Uniqlo's parent company Fast Retailing filed a lawsuit against Shein, accusing it of selling an "imitation" of its popular "Mary Poppins" bag.

Mark Zuckerberg is raising and eating his own cows, and the internet is ablaze with criticism of him, considering beef's high environmental footprint.

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.

In a historic measure after years of pressure from animal welfare organizations, South Korea has officially nixed the sale and production of dog meat.

When a British woman bought a unique brooch at an antique store in 1988, she had no idea it was worth anything. That is, until 35 years later.

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.

Taco Bell's Mexican Pizza option drew national attention after a series of complaints went viral and caused the Taco Bell Mexican Pizza lawsuit.

Maybe it's the ominous music or the terrifying scenes, but one thing is for certain: people are addicted to North Sea TikTok videos. The craze has even spawned the hashtag #northseatok.

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.

A giant pliosaur skull has been excavated from a coastal cliffside in Dorset, England. Here’s what the bones of the prehistoric sea monster revealed.

Gatorland, a Florida theme park, announced the birth of an extremely rare leucistic alligator. Find out what makes these gators so unique.

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.