Baby Leucistic Alligator Is One of Only 8 Known to Exist in the World — and She's so Cute
Gatorland, a Florida theme park, announced the birth of an extremely rare leucistic alligator. Find out what makes these gators so unique.
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The First U.S. Wireless Charging Road Is Installed In Detroit — What You Should Know
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.
Why Central Florida Residents Are Hearing Sonic Booms — and Will Keep Hearing More
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.
Six-Planet Solar System Discovered, Estimated to Be Billions of Years Old
Scientists have identified a solar system within the Milky Way 100 light-years away that features six planets moving in perfect synchrony.
COP28 President Says There's "No Science" That Connects Fossil Fuels to Reducing Global Warming
The president of COP28, Sultan Al Jaber, made a controversial statement that reducing fossil fuels will not help in reaching future climate targets.
Captive Since the '50s, Manatees Romeo and Juliet Have Finally Been Transferred Out
Three manatees have lived in captivity for decades. Allegations of inadequate shelter and mistreatment have prompted their transfer to another zoo.
After Punching a Cop and 4 Days on the Loose, an Escaped Kangaroo Has Been Captured
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.
Rare Local Cougar Sighting Shocks Residents of Small Minneapolis Town
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.
Bloodshed in the Water: Exploring the Spine-Chilling Shark Attacks of 2023
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.
Having a Dog Can Reduce Your Chance of Developing Dementia, Study Finds
Exercise and a healthy social life maintain our well-being as we age. One study shows being a dog parent seems to amplify those protective measures.
Wonka, an Adorable Hen With a Lopsided Beak, Is Living Large After Being Rescued From Henhouse
Wonka, a chicken with a crossed beak, was rescued from an egg farm in 2020, and her health has improved immensely since then.
The Internet is Horrified by Another Video of Live Crabs Moving Inside Plastic Packaging
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.
At COP28, Meat Lobbyists Are Going "Full Force," While Guests Struggle to Find Plant-Based Options
Plentiful vegan options were promised at COP28, yet meat and dairy remain prevalent. Lobbyists allegedly plan to position meat as sustainable at the conference.
70,000 Global Leaders, Climate Activists, and Billionaires Come Together at COP28 in Dubai: Who's There
COP28, held in Dubai, is welcoming 70,000 delegates for the 2023 climate conference. Green Matters will keep you updated on notable attendees.
More People Fall Ill as Contaminated Cantaloupe Rates Rise — What to Know
Thousands of cantaloupes were recalled starting in September 2023. Now, cases of salmonella have increased. Here's what to know.
New EPA Proposal Would Require Removal of All Lead Pipes from U.S. Water Systems
With billions in funding, the proposed Lead and Copper Rule Improvements mandate removal of all lead pipes from U.S. water systems.
One Man's Gory Tale of A Spider Laying Eggs in His Toe Might Not Be True
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.
Unilever Sells 1,700 Single-Use Product Pouches Every Second, Ignoring Plastic Reduction Pledge
Is Unilever committed to phasing out single-use plastics? A Greenpeace report shows otherwise, despite the corporation's environmental pledges.
Ahead of COP28, Reports That Sultan Al Jaber Is Resigning Turn Out to Be Fake News
The chief executive of ADNOC, Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, will lead the COP28 climate talks despite allegations of his pushing oil interests.
Freighter Ship Stuck in Detroit River Has Been Freed — Here's Why It Got Stuck
A freighter ship departing from Canada and headed to Italy was stuck in the Detroit River. Here's what to know about the situation.
Hurricane Otis Leaves Acapulco Grappling with Trash Mountains and Public Health Nightmare
Acapulco was hit by a Category 5 hurricane in October 2023. In the wake of the storm, piles of garbage are causing concerns about a possible public health crisis.
Mistakes Aren't a Waste! Pacifica Is Selling Holiday Products with Typos For an Eco-Friendly Cause (Exclusive)
Clean beauty brand Pacifica's charitable "One Typo = One Tree" campaign will feature holiday products with packaging typos. Little mistakes shouldn't create waste!
Birth of a Baby Sumatran Rhino Provides Hope for the Critically Endangered Species’ Future
In Indonesia, a baby Sumatran rhino was just born at a sanctuary, which is another huge win for the critically endangered species.
Thanksgiving Glorifies the Abhorrent Colonization of Indigenous Peoples
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.
After a Person Dies, CDC Issues Major Fruit Recall Due to Listeria Contamination
Peaches, plums, and nectarines sold in 2022 and 2023 are part of a fruit recall due to listeria. One person died and 10 were hospitalized from the contaminated fruit.
"Human Pollution Is Causing Mass Extinction" — Climate Activists Protest at the Museum of Natural History and Guggenheim
During protests held at two famous New York City museums, protesters from Extinction Rebellion demanded that the museums take a stand against climate change.
Carriage Driver Ian McKeever Charged in Death of Horse, Ryder — Details Here
Following the tragic death of Ryder, a carriage horse, in August 2022, former carriage driver Ian McKeever has been charged with overdriving.
Matts Creek Wildfire in Virginia Continues to Burn as Smoke and Haze Impact Air Quality
In 2023, a wildfire in Virginia dubbed the "Matts Creek wildfire" continues to burn and affect the air quality of the state. Here's what to know.
Colombia Begins Sterilizing Pablo Escobar's Hippos After They Are Declared Invasive
Late drug kingpin Pablo Escobar brought hippos to Colombia for his private zoo. Authorities struggle to decide what to do with the invasive species.
After Escaped Lion Roams Italian Town for Five Hours, Mayor Calls For End to Animals in Circuses
Kimba the lion escaped his enclosure at an Italian circus, prompting the town's mayor to call for circuses to end animal exploitation. Here's what happened to the escaped lion.
Mysterious Scandals Surround Mystic Monk Coffee and the Carmelite Monks Who Make It
Stories are circulating the internet about a Mystic Monk Coffee scandal surrounding the brand and the Carmelite monks who produce it.
Spain's Drought Is Causing Olive Oil Prices to Skyrocket
Thanks to climate problems like drought and storms in Spain two years in a row, olive oil supplies are down and prices are up.
Two Years After Falling off a Scottish Cliff, Fiona the Sheep Was Rescued — but She Isn't Quite Free
Farmers in Scotland were able to rescue Fiona the sheep who had been stranded at the bottom of a cliff for at least two years. Now some aren't happy about her new accommodations.
Is NYC Undergoing a Science-Fiction Experiment? Why Green Slime Is Emerging From Sewers
What could the green liquid coming from city sewers have been? Social media users found a likely explanation for a weird occurrence.
Climate Protesters Take Hammers to Glass Protecting Famous Velázquez Painting
Two Just Stop Oil protesters were arrested on Nov. 6, 2023, for vandalizing Diego Velázquez's "Rokeby Venus" painting.
A Canadian Millionaire Is Building 99 Tiny Homes In His Community to Help the Unhoused (Exclusive)
A project to build 99 tiny homes in Canada is helping unhoused community members, but some critics say it's unhealthy for the residents to be so cut off from the rest of society.
Ontario Man Hopes to Break Record for World's Biggest Zucchini With 8-Foot Gourd
A gardener in Ontario, Canada, believes he has grown the world's largest zucchini. His giant vegetable measure 8 feet, 4.79 inches.
Sixth-Grader Awarded $25,000 for Inventing New Smoke Detector That Sends Alert to Your Phone
Shanya Gill, a sixth-grader, won a youth science award for her invention using thermal imaging to detect fires. Here's how it works.
Tyson Foods Recalls Nearly 30,000 Pounds of Chicken Nuggets in 2023: Check Your Freezer
In 2023, Tyson Foods recalled almost 30,000 pounds of chicken nuggets after metal was found in some patties. Here's what to know.
Library Made of 45,000 Recycled Plastic Bottles Opens in Underserved Community in Ghana (Exclusive)
The Sankofa Centre is a multimedia library made of recycled plastic bottles, serving the children of Kokrobite, Ghana.
These Parents Are Suing Orbeez After Water Beads Hospitalized and Killed Kids
At least one child has died and others have been injured due to water bead toys like Orbeez. Now, a class action lawsuit has been filed against Orbeez by a group of parents.
Australian Woman Charged With Killing 3 in-Laws After Feeding Them Death Cap Mushrooms
Erin Patterson was charged with three counts of murder and five counts of attempted murder in the death cap mushroom poisoning case.
Meet the U.K.'s Biggest Good Boy: A 7-Foot Turkish Malakli Named Abu
Standing at 7 feet 2 inches on his hind legs and weighing 252 pounds, Abu, a Turkish Malakli, is the U.K.'s biggest dog.
Pig Heart Transplant Recipient, Lawrence Faucette, Passes Away Six Weeks After Surgery
Lawrence Faucette has died, six weeks after receiving a pig heart transplant.
You Might Be Able to Get Your 2024-2025 Nasal Flu Vaccine From Your Couch
In October 2023, AstraZeneca announced that the FDA is reviewing an option for consumers to get a nasal flu vaccine at home.
With Help From Billie Eilish, Gucci Launches Its First Vegan Handbag
Musician Billie Eilish, who is also vegan, is using her influence to promote Gucci's new plant-based handbag, made from a new material.
92-Year-Old Becomes Oldest Person to Hike Grand Canyon Rim-to-Rim
It wasn't the first time Alfredo Aliaga tackled the Grand Canyon rim-to-rim hike. However, at age 92, he may have set the record for the oldest person to complete the strenuous hike.
Woman Buys House for £1 and Shares Incredible Renovation Journey
See the amazing photos of the house Maxine Sharples got in Liverpool for £1 and then renovated herself.
After an Incredible Life, the World's Oldest Living Dog, Bobi, Dies at 31
Bobi held the record for the world's oldest living dog — as well as the oldest dog to have ever lived — until his death in 2023.
Space Junk Is Changing the Atmosphere in Mysterious Ways, and May Be a Bigger Problem Than We Thought
A study revealed that metal space junk from inactive satellites, rockets, and other debris can be changing the Earth's atmosphere as it vaporizes upon reentry.