Fact Check: Is Bill Gates Cutting Down 70 Million Acres of Trees?
Claims are circulating that Microsoft founder Bill Gates supports chopping down 70 million acres of trees, but the truth is more complicated.
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What Happened to SoBe Drinks? Fans Can’t Find the Fruity Drinks Anywhere
SoBe drinks, owned by PepsiCo, appear to have been discontinued, despite having a solid customer fanbase.
Men Attempt to "Rescue" 10-Foot Python Who Was Spotted Dangling From Window
A viral video of two men attempting to "rescue" a python that is hanging from a window in Thane, India, may not be a rescue at all.
Lego Axes Promise to Make Recycled Plastic Bricks
Lego, which promised to begin selling recycled plastic bricks by 2023, has dropped that plan. Here's an update on Lego's sustainability initiatives.
Vegan Activist Tash Peterson, aka “Vegan Booty,” Has Her Instagram Shut Down
Controversial vegan activist Tash Peterson uses her social media channels to get her message out. But after her Instagram was shut down, people are wondering if it has to do with her feud with chef John Mountain.
PetSmart Whistleblower Exposes Animal Cruelty at the Pet Superstore
A man claiming to be a former PetSmart employee is exposing alleged cruelty at the pet superstore.
Green Hydrogen: What It Is, How It Stacks up Against Blue Hydrogen, and More
What is green hydrogen? It may be a trendy new sustainable fuel, but how does it match up against blue hydrogen? Here's what to know.
Is Elon Musk Turning Primates Into Cyborgs? Inside the Disturbing Neuralink Monkey Deaths
Elon Musk's brain chip biotech company, Neuralink, is under fire for allegedly causing research monkey deaths.
Florida State University Warns of Potential New Aspartame Side Effects — Which Foods Have the Sweetener? (Exclusive)
What foods contain aspartame? The artificial sweetener was the subject of a World Health Organization study and a medical study in 2023.
Swifties, Put Your Pets Down! The 'August' Social Media Trend May Be Unintentionally Hurting Pets
Have you spun your pet in a circle to the tune of Taylor Swift's "August"? Sadly, the seemingly innocent video trend may be hurting fur babies everywhere.
Scientists Recover RNA From the Extinct Tasmanian Tiger — What Happens Next?
In September 2023, scientists have successfully extracted RNA from a Tasmanian tiger, an extinct creature. What happens next?
Biden Is Recruiting 20,000 Youths for New Environmental Justice Workforce
President Joe Biden announced the launch of the American Climate Corps — here's everything you need to know.
83,000 Cases of Kraft Singles Recalled Due to Plastic Hazard
Kraft Heinz has made a voluntary Kraft singles recall of over 83,000 cases of its processed cheese slices. Here's what customers should know.
The Internet Can't Get Enough of This Fish Out of Water Getting a CT Scan
Have you ever seen a fish get a CT scan? The internet is in love with a photo of an angelfish atop a wet sponge in the midst of a scan.
Thousands of Mink Are Loose in Pennsylvania After Being Freed From a Fur Farm
Over 6,000 mink were illicitly freed from a fur farm in Sunbury, Penn., on Sept. 19, 2023. Here's what to know about the furry situation.
Black Bear Loose in Disney's Magic Kingdom Causes A Park Shutdown
Parts of Disney World in Orlando were shut down on Sept. 18 due to a surprising visitor: a black bear! Here's what happened to the fuzzy park attendee.
Exposure to PFAS Is Linked to Higher Ovarian Cancer Risk, Researchers Find
PFAS are linked to ovarian cancer and other hormone-related cancers, a research study has found. Here are the details.
PETA Activists Go Nearly Naked to Expose the Cruelty of Cashmere
In London, a series of PETA protests included a woman posing as a sheep to demonstrate animal cruelty used for cashmere.
After 6 Years, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Makes a Comeback — Without Animals
The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey's 'The Greatest Show on Earth' is returning without animals.
Perplexingly, Cougars Are Killing Wolves, Even Though They Used to Peacefully Coexist
Officials in Washington State want to know why cougars are killing wolves. There has been a spike in the number of deaths over the last few years.
Pig Rescued After Falling Off Ohio Transport Truck: "This Little Piggy DIDN’T Make It to Market"
Have you ever seen a pig escapee traverse a busy highway? After falling off a transport truck, a scared piglet became the subject of a "highway hog rescue" mission.
“Brotox” aka Botox for Men Is Trending — Why Are More Men Getting Cosmetic Treatments? (Exclusive)
More men are using Botox treatments than they have in years past, and we spoke with a plastic surgeon to learn more about the "Brotox" trend.
What Is Vibriosis? One Man's Rare Death by Oyster Prompts Concern
A Texas man has died after eating raw oysters, and his cause of death is reportedly vibriosis. What is the infection, and how did this happen?
Protesters Disrupt Symphony Performance — but Conductor Lets Them Speak
When two activists staged a climate protest during a symphony performance at the Lucerne Festival, the conductor let them speak to the audience.
Imperial Beach in Crisis: Sewage Contamination Threatens This California Coastal Community
Sewage contamination in Imperial Beach, Calif., is prompting officials there to ask for a state of emergency. Here's what to know about the crisis.
PETA Protesters at New York Fashion Week Take a Stand — "Coach: Leather Kills"
At a Coach fashion show for New York Fashion Week, two protestors made a bold statement against the cruel practice of leather production.
A Yellow Sky May Feel Apocalyptic, but There's a Scientific Reason for It
If you've ever wondered why the sky's natural blue hue sometimes appears yellow, there's a scientific explanation for it.
Viral Video Captures Vans Slashing and Dumping New Shoes on the Street
Vans responded to our request for comment about the viral video.
Some Animals Are Becoming Nocturnal to Avoid Interacting With Humans
Animals are becoming nocturnal — just to avoid human interaction.
3M Reached an Agreement Over Military Earplug Lawsuits — Company to Pay $6 Billion
3M has reached an agreement to pay $6.01 billion to U.S. military service members and veterans over earplug lawsuits claiming hearing damage.
Wily Alligator Loose in Middlesex, New Jersey, Gives Local Authorities the Runaround
New Jersey officials are trying to catch an alligator last seen in Creighton Lake. The Middlesex alligator is still loose — here's what to know.
When a Bear Cub Was Found Trapped in a Plastic Jug, a Park Manager Came to the Rescue
A Pennsylvania park manager rescued a bear cub trapped in a plastic container. Here's what to do if you encounter wildlife in distress.
Nevada Rangers Ram Truck Through Peaceful Blockade of Climate Protesters at Burning Man
When climate activists blocked traffic to Burning Man, Nevada Rangers rammed through the demonstration, threatened protesters with a gun, and made several arrests.
Florida Residents Preparing for Tropical Storm Idalia Are Warned About Gas Contamination
Did you buy bad gas? Florida officials warned residents along the Gulf Coast that some gasoline may be contaminated with diesel.
Global Warming Is Impacting Birth Control and Pregnancy Tests — Here's Why
One unfortunate effect of global warming is that it can render pregnancy tests and birth control ineffective. Here's why that happens.
FDA Issues Recall on Tydemy Birth Control Pills: What to Do if You're Impacted
The FDA issued a recall on two lots of the oral contraceptive. Here's what you need to know about the Tydemy birth control recall issued by the FDA.
Ammonia Leak at Louisiana Meat Packing Plant Forces Nearby Residents to Shelter in Place
Meat packing plants often use toxic ammonia in their refrigeration systems, and an ammonia leak at a meat packing plant in Louisiana caused major trouble.
Tennessee-Born Giraffe Without Spots Is One of Nature's Cutest Oddities
Can a giraffe really be born without spots? Though the gangling animal is known for its chunky brown spots, a Tennessee-born baby giraffe has shocked the world.
When Can You See the Full Moon in August 2023? All About the Next Blue Moon
August 2023 must be lucky, because the full moon is coming twice! Here's what to expect from the Blue Moon.
Florida Keys' Water Temperatures Lead To "Large Scale Heat Stress" and Coral Bleaching
On July 24, 2023, the Manatee Bay, Florida Keys water temperature reached over 100 degrees. Scientists warn of continued mass coral bleaching.
Florida "Flesh-Eating" Bacteria Kills Five; Climate Change Sends Bacteria North
The so-called "flesh-eating" bacteria Vibrio vulnificus caused five deaths in Florida in 2023. Here's how to minimize your risk of this infection.
Lolita, aka Tokitae, Dies In Captivity: The Famous Orca Was Set to Be Released This Year
Lolita the orca, who had been kept in captivity at the Miami Seaquarium for over five decades, has died while on the path to freedom.
Why River Otters Attacked Broadway Actress Crystal Finn in Northern California
Broadway and 'Succession' actress Crystal Finn was attacked and bitten by river otters in California. Here's what Finn said about the attack.
Mackinac Horse Carriage Wreck Reignites Public Demand for a Horse Carriage Ban
A carriage driver was injured in Mackinac horse carriage wreck accident in June 2023. Is it finally time for a horse carriage ban?
New York City Carriage Horse's Death Renews Activist Calls to Ban the Practice (Exclusive)
After a carriage horse in New York City died from colic, it renewed protests against the carriage horse industry. Will NYC ever ban the practice?
3 Women Were Injured in a Rare Otter Attack — Here's What to Know
Are otters aggressive? Three women were injured in a rare otter attack on the Jefferson River in Montana. Here's what to know.
Fire Hazards at Home: Is Your Dehumidifier Among Those Being Recalled?
The GE dehumidifier recall list includes 42 models of products deemed dangerous due to risk of fire. Learn all about the recall and what to do.
Can You Escape a Wildfire by Jumping Into a Pool? Here's Why That Might Not Be Smart
In a wildfire, you may think you'll be safe jumping into a swimming pool to escape the flames. Can you survive a wildfire in a pool?
These Mountains Could Become Luxury Homes, and 'No Canyon Hills' Hopes to Stop That (Exclusive)
A luxury neighborhood could destroy over 300 acres of California mountains. This is what No Canyon Hills is doing to stop it, and how you can help.
A Real Loch Ness Monster Lived 100 Million Years Ago in Freshwater
Scientists found more evidence that ancient reptiles known as plesiosaurs could live in freshwater. Could it be the real Loch Ness Monster?