How Do Space Launches Impact the Environment?
What is the environmental impact of a space launch? The environmental impact can vary based on the rocket, but the emissions can be incredibly high.
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Adorable Wild Boar Rillette Saved From Euthanasia After Worldwide Petition
The adoptive parents of a wild boar named Rillette fought against local authorities that wanted to have her euthanized.
What's the Deal With the Pink Flame Retardant Used to Combat Wildfires?
Fire officials are using aircrafts to drop pink flame retardants over portions of L.A. to stave off the spreading wildfires in the region.
Rogue Lynx Spark Debate About Scotland’s Plans to Reintroduce the Wildcats
Scottish animal activists have been fighting to reintroduce the creatures to the Highlands, despite the fact that they've been extinct for hundreds of years.
Mask Up! What Experts Recommend For Wildfire Smoke Protection
Masks such as N95 and KN95 have been recommended for preventing both COVID-19 transmission and wildfire smoke.
Did the Hollywood Sign Burn Down? Here’s the Fate of This Iconic Landmark
The iconic Hollywood Sign in Los Angeles, California is the latest landmark to be caught in the crosshairs of deadly fires. Did it burn down?
Verizon Settles Class Action Suit — What You Need To Know if You’re Expecting Money
Payments are going out from the 2024 Verizon class action settlement, but they aren't for the $100 people were expecting to receive.
Spanish Tourist Gored by Elephant During Visit to Thailand — Details Here
A Spanish woman was killed during a visit to Thailand after an elephant she was bathing panicked and pierced her with their tusk.
Cases of the HMPV Virus Are Surging — What To Know About Human Metapneumovirus
Northern China's surge of human metapneumovirus, or HMPV, is increasing, but officials don't believe the virus will be as deadly as COVID-19.
Zimbabwe Officials Call Discovery of Boy That Went Missing in a Game Preserve a “True Miracle”
A young boy survived multiple days after going missing in a northern Zimbabwe game park.
U.S. Surgeon General Calls for Cancer Warnings for Alcohol Products
The U.S. Surgeon General is asking that a warning label be added to alcohol products due to link to cancer.
Walmart Issues a National Broccoli Recall Over Listeria Concerns
Walmart voluntarily recalled bags of Marketside Broccoli Florets after samples tested positive for listeria.
Experts Are Predicting 2025 Will Kick off With a Polar Vortex
Meteorologists believe that Artic winds could blow into the U.S. in 2025, creating record-breaking cold temperatures and massive storms in January.
Russian Officials Declare Federal Emergency After a Massive Oil Spill in the Black Sea
A winter storm caused an oil tanker to essential split in half in the Black Sea, dumping 4,000 tons of the liquid off the coast of Crimea.
The Viral Wrapping Paper Trend Is a Fun Way To Get Your Pets in the Holiday Spirit
Using wrapping paper as a backdrop for willing pets to pose with has been a popular holiday trend on social media platforms.
FDA Updates Egg Recall To Highest Risk Level: Details Here
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a voluntary recall of Organic Pasture-Raised 24-Count Eggs, which were sold under the Kirkland Signature brand.
Everything You Need to Know About the CVS Opioid Lawsuit
CVS is facing legal action from the U.S. Department of Justice over illegal opioid prescription and billing practices.
Frito-Lay Recalls Popular Potato Chips Due To Possible Allergen Contamination
Frito-Lay recalls potato chips in Oregon and Washington over concerns that they were contaminated with milk.
Russia Announces Plans to Release Cancer Vaccine in 2025
Russia's Health Ministry says it has developed a cancer vaccine that they plan to distribute free of charge to some of the country's citizens.
Sleepy Pup Finds Forever Home After Going Viral During Adoption
A sleepy dog naps through an adoption event, capturing hearts and securing him a new home after he went viral on social media.
Doctors Say We Could See a "Quad-Demic" as Four Viruses Converge During Cold and Flu Season
Covid, RSV, norovirus, and the flu are prompting warnings from doctors who say the holiday break may see a spike in infections.
Crocs May Be Facing a Class Action Lawsuit Over Claims About Its “Patented” Materials
Crocs, Inc. may face legal action over false claims that the shoes were made using a "special Patented Closed Cell Resin (PCCR)."
Technology Used to Refreeze the Arctic Gets Both Results and Criticism
Scientists worry that the plan to refreeze the Arctic using submersible pumps may come with unintended consequences.
Drones Affect the Environment in Many Different Ways
Do drones negatively affect the environment? Why they're banned from national parks and how animals have faced the brunt of their impact.
Over 2 Million Stanley Mugs Recalled After Faulty Lids Cause Burns
Stanley cups, the viral travel mug, have been recalled after 38 people reported suffering burns due to faulty lids.
This Ingredient in Ultra-Processed Food May Be Preventing Your Body From Fighting Cancer
A study reveals that seed oils used for cooking like grapeseed, canola, sunflower and corn could sustain and cause colon cancer due to their inflammatory properties.
Inside the Push to Put Monarch Butterflies Under the Endangered Species Act — Details Here
Although monarch butterflies were added to the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species in 2022, they hadn't been federally protected — until now.
A Michigan Wendy’s Is Facing Legal Action Over an 11-Year-Old’s Hospitalization
Aspen Lamfers' family claims she nearly died after eating at an Ottawa County Michigan Wendy's, prompting the family to sue for $20 million.
European Union Scientists Declare 2024 the Hottest Year on Record
The climate service Copernicus says that 2024 will be hottest year on record unless post-August temperatures dramatically drop.
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.
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.