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Plastic Free July: 5 Tips for Reducing Disposables for the Summer Challenge
Plastic Free July is a great opportunity to lower your impact by ditching single-use plastic.
Snow Is Turning Pink in the West: The Scientific Phenomenon of Watermelon Snow
There have been reports of pink snow on the mountains in the Western U.S. Where does it come from?
Don't Believe Everything on Social Media: Shein Influencer Trip Causes Controversy
Shein influencer trips are one way that the Chinese fast fashion company is trying to revamp its image, but can you trust influencers?
Handicapped Chinese Crested Dog, Scooter, Crowned "World's Ugliest Dog"
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and for the parents of the World's Ugliest Dog contest winners, their pups are adorable.
Zuru Recalls Millions of Baby Shark Bath Toys Due to Injuries — What to Know
On June 22, 2023, toy company Zuru recalled over 7 million Baby Shark and mini Baby Shark bath toys. Here's what to know.
Three Therapy Dogs Receive "Dogtorate" Degrees from UMB
The University of Maryland, Baltimore held a special commencement ceremony to recognize three service dogs, awarding them "dogtorate" degrees.
The Titan Was a Submersible, Not a Submarine. What’s the Difference?
The deep sea vessel Titan that went missing on June 18, 2023, was a submersible, which is very different from a submarine.
Debris Found Near Titanic Wreckage — Passengers On Lost Submersible Presumed Dead
A group of tourists in a submersible touring the Titanic wreckage went missing on June 18, 2023. Here's what the situation is now.
When Waste Becomes Affordable Housing — Check out This Concrete Made From Recycled Diapers
These scientists took a waste problem and turned it into affordable housing. Can you really turn diapers into concrete? Here’s what to know.
Lab-Grown Meat Can Officially Be Sold in U.S., Thanks to USDA Approval
Lab-grown meat is one step closer to your dinner table, since the USDA has approved cultivated meat from two brands.
Former Columbus Zoo Director Jack Hanna Is in "Advanced" Stage of Alzheimer's Disease
Zookeeper and former director of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Jack Hanna, has been in ill health since 2019. Here's an update on his status.
Should You Use Online Anxiety Screening Tools? Why This Psychiatrist Cautions Against Them (Exclusive)
Should you take an anxiety screening test? We spoke with a psychiatrist for his thoughts, in response to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force's anxiety screenings recommendations.
Giant African Land Snails (GALS) Gone Wild in Florida — the Invasive Species Returns
Parts of South Florida are currently under quarantine due to giant African land snails (GALS). Why are the snails so dangerous?
Texas and Oklahoma Were Forecasted “DVD-Sized” Hail During Severe Storms
Severe weekend storms brought high winds, tornado watches and hail the size of compact discs. What qualifies as "DVD-sized" hail?
Why Stevia Was Banned by the FDA in 1991
You may be familiar with stevia as a more health-conscious sugar alternative, so why was it banned not too long ago?
Cyclist Gino Mäder Has Died During the Tour de Suisse — Here's What to Know
What happened to Tour de Suisse cyclist Gino Mäder? Here's what you need to know about his crash, explained.
Former Harvard Medical School Employee Accused of Stealing and Selling Body Parts
Former Harvard Medical School employee Cedric Lodge is accused of selling body parts from the on campus morgue. Here's what to know.
Should You Actually Be Eating Edible Glitter? Not All That Glitters Is Food
You’ve probably seen edible glitter somewhere on the internet, or maybe you have even tried it, but is it safe to eat?
Mormon Crickets Invade Nevada: Expert Tips on How to Get Rid of Them
Millions of Mormon crickets invaded Northern Nevada. Here are some tips on how to get rid of Mormon crickets if they are at your home.
Dead Fish on Texas Beaches: Is It a Sign of Climate Change?
Texas beaches were closed on June 10 and 11 due to thousands of dead fish who washed ashore. What caused the dead fish on Texas beaches?
If Deer Are Herbivores, Why Is One Eating a Snake in This Viral Video?
Deer are known to be plant eaters, so a video showing a Whitetail doe chomping on a snake has people asking questions.
Abandoned Guinea Pigs Featured on Stooping NYC Instagram Have Been Rescued
Abandoned guinea pigs on Stooping NYC, an Instagram page, found a new home thanks to the New York City "stooping" community.
Fossil Fuel Fiasco: Why a Truck Caught Fire in Philly, Leading to Highway Collapse
A section of the I-95 highway in Philadelphia collapsed after a tanker truck exploded in fire under it. Here's more information on why the truck caught fire in Philly.
Particulate Matter in the Air Can Be Harmful to Your Health: Do You Need a Sensor?
The Canadian wildfires have increased the amount of particulate matter in the air, which can be harmful to your health. Should you get a particulate matter sensor?
Animals Are the Forgotten Victims of Wildfires
What happens to animals in wildfires? These largely man-made disasters can cause huge damage to animal populations, wild and domestic.
Piles of Discarded Fast Fashion Items in the Atacama Desert Are Visible From Space
Fast fashion clothes are so harmful to the environment that a pile of discarded items in Chile's Atacama Desert is visible from space. Here's what to know.
Is Shed Hunting Illegal? We Compiled the Regulations for All 50 States
Even though animals like deer and elk shed their antlers naturally, there are laws regulating whether the shed antlers are free for the taking in most states.
This California Plastic Surgeon Was Charged with Murder in Patient's Death
A surgeon at Divino Plastic Surgery in San Diego is facing murder charges and several civil lawsuits. Here's what you need to know about the Divino Plastic Surgery lawsuits.
The Nectar Mattress Lawsuits Allege False Advertising, Fiberglass Content, and More
Nectar has been targeted in recent years for false advertising, misleading consumers, and most recently, for whether the mattresses contain fiberglass..
A Lawsuit Against RAW Papers Called Out Deceptive Business Practices
Here's a look into the lawsuit against RAW rolling papers.
Zoo Miami Is “Deeply Sorry” After Video Shows Guests Manhandling Kiwi Bird
A video showing a kiwi bird being pet and held enraged New Zealand, and sparked an online storm.
The Tiger Beetle Is One of the Scariest and Fastest Insect Predators Out There
The tiger beetle is a dominant predator in the insect world; however, with their diminishing habitat, survival isn’t as easy.
False Advertising or Frivolous Lawsuit? Velveeta Mac and Cheese Cups Under Fire
A woman sued Kraft Heinz Foods Company over claims about how long it takes to prepare Velveeta microwaveable mac and cheese.
Target Recalls 5 Million Candles for Breakage and Injury Risk
Customers who purchased various Threshold Glass Jar candles from Target might be eligible for a refund.
A Lawsuit Alleges That DoorDash Charges iPhone Users More — What to Know
If you use food delivery apps, you may want to know about the DoorDash class action lawsuit which alleges the company charges iPhone users more.
Pale Male, Central Park's Red-Tailed Hawk, Dies at 32 — or Was He Already Dead?
Pale Male, a red-tailed hawk who won the heart of New York City, allegedly just passed away — though some believe he's been dead for years.
Human-Lion Conflict Claims Oldest Lion in Africa: A Devastating Consequence of Climate Crisis
A 19-year-old lion in Kenya was killed by a human after record-breaking drought — highlighting devastation of climate change.
A Groundbreaking PFAS Treatment Permanently Destroys Forever Chemicals in Drinking Water
PFAS water treatment methods introduced by scientists at both Canadian and American universities are revolutionizing drinking water purification.
Droughts Are Drying up the Colorado River Basin
The Colorado River Basin supplies water to over 40 million people, but climate change could put it all at stake.
Nike's Vegan Collection Includes Air Force 1s Made From Pineapple Leather
Nike also makes vegan Air Force 1s that look exactly like the originals, as well as a few in collaboration with Billie Eilish.
Drivers In Phoenix Pay More To Fill Up The Tank — Here's Why
Why is gas so expensive in Phoenix? Prices of gasoline in Phoenix are more than a dollar per gallon higher than the nationwide average.
Hawaii Legislators Approve Replacing Hawaii’s Pohoiki Black Sand Beach With a Boat Ramp
Although Hawaii's Pohoiki Black Sand Beach is incredibly new, Hawaiian legislators have approved to dredge it, to replace it with a boat ramp.
You Can’t Replace the Ocean With a Pool — A Look at SeaWorld’s History of Animal Abuse
SeaWorld is known for its animal shows and their talented marine wildlife, but what goes on behind the curtain is not as pleasant.
New California Law Involves Partnering With Native Tribes to Save the Salmon Population
California has canceled its 2023 salmon season, and is officially partnering with Native American tribes to conserve the salmon population.
Is the U.S. Banning Gas Stoves? New York Set to Ban Them in 2026
Is a nationwide ban on natural gas stoves in the cards?
One of the "Worst" Zoos to Release Its Last Two Elephants, a Mother-Daughter Duo
Hogle Zoo's two remaining elephants are leaving, and will be relocated together to another zoo.
Here's Why So Many Dead Bodies Have Been Found In Lake Mead
Why have so many bodies been found in Lake Mead? Ongoing droughts that were triggered by climate change have led authorities to uncover several dead bodies.
Many Blue Holes Have Been Discovered in the Ocean — but What Are They, Really?
What is a blue hole in the ocean? Many have been discovered around the world, with the most recent found just off the coast of Mexico's Yucatan.
Why Climate Activists Are Protesting France Changing the Retirement Age (Exclusive)
In France, climate activists are fighting against the proposed new retirement age.