At Least Three Killed and One Injured in Russia’s Pipeline Explosion
A gas pipeline in Chuvashia that funnels fuel to the rest of Europe reportedly exploded, resulting in at least three deaths and one injury.
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Ohio Mink Farm Shutting Down, Just Weeks After Activists Freed 10,000 of Their Minks
The Van Wert, Ohio mink farm is closing down, just five weeks after animal rights activists freed 10,000 minks from a fur farm.EPA Tackles Pollution by Tightening Truck Emission Restrictions
The EPA has restricted truck emissions in an effort to lower air pollution.Night Owls, Assemble — Winter Solstice Is Here
Is tonight the longest night of the year? Winter solstice is here, so here's everything you should know about the annual seasonal change.Biden Signs Big Cat Public Safety Act Into Law, Thanks to 'Tiger King' Boost
The Big Cat Public Safety Act will ban public contact with and possession of big cats including cheetahs, lions, and, of course, tigers.Alicia Silverstone Gets Nude to Promote Vegan Leather: "I'd Rather Go Naked Than Wear Animals"
Alicia Silverstone's new PETA ad calls attention to the environmental destruction in the leather industry.Hoards of Iguanas Will Be Tumbling From Southern Florida Trees Christmas Weekend — Here’s Why
Why do iguanas fall out of trees? Based on the weather reports for this weekend, experts predict many iguanas will be falling from the sky.Why Environmentalists Are Criticizing 3M's New Pledge to Stop Manufacturing PFAS
3M just announced that it will stop manufacturing and making PFAS by 2025.Plunging Earthworm Populations Could Collapse Entire Ecosystems
Why are earthworms so important? A U.K. study shows populations may have dropped by a third, which could severely impact a wide range of species.At the COP15 Biodiversity Summit, Leaders Sign 30x30 Deal to Protect Nature — and Ourselves
Parties from all across the world agreed to the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, which sets various targets for improving biodiversity.A Brazilian Oil Company Is Putting the Amazon River’s Unique Coral Reef in Danger
Why is the Amazon River's coral reef in danger? A Brazilian oil company has plans to drill for oil within close proximity to the reef, endangering the ecosystem.After the Holidays, Disney’s Gingerbread Houses Feed Pollinators
What happens to Disney's iconic gingerbread houses after the holidays? They don't go to waste — instead, the chocolate feeds local pollinators.EPA Finds 85 Companies Responsible for Contaminating New Jersey's Passaic River
New Jersey's Lower Passaic River is heavily polluted, and the EPA has found 85 public and private companies responsible for its cleanup.Stella McCartney Will Use New Recycling Process to Turn Textile Waste Into New Fabrics
Stella McCartney’s textile waste will soon be recycled into new fabrics for the designer to user, thanks to a new partnership with Protein Evolution, Inc.Dark Chocolate Bars Test Positive for Heavy Metals in New Research: Should You Stop Eating It?
New research has found heavy metals — lead and cadmium — in dark chocolate made by a few popular brands.Three Men Receive 100 Wildlife Violations in One of Wyoming’s Biggest Poaching Cases Ever
One of the largest poaching cases in Wyoming's history has led to the arrest of three men, who have been charged with over 100 wildlife violations.Threats From Climate Change Lead to Federal Protection of the PNW's Iconic Whitebark Pine
The PNW's Whitebark Pine Tree is protected by the Endangered Species Act, due to threats from climate change, wildfires, and a deathly fungus.Massive Aquarium in Berlin Bursts, Killing 1,500 Tropical Fish: Everything You Need to Know
Berlin's AquaDom aquarium tank exploded, expelling thousands of tropical fish, hundreds of thousands of gallons of water, and broken glass throughout the hotel and onto the street.Ecosystems Still Suffering More Than a Week After the Keystone Pipeline Leaked in Kansas
The Keystone Pipeline spilled more than 14,000 barrels of oil in a Kansas creek, which resulted in a major pipeline shutdown — here's what we know.Elon Musk Has Banned ElonJet: How to Follow the Private Jet-Tracking Account Elsewhere
Elon Musk has permanently suspended the ElonJet account on Twitter — but you can still follow it on Instagram, Facebook, and Mastodon.A Controversial Canadian Politician Is Trying to Overturn a Straw Ban in Her Province
Premier Danielle Smith wants to use the sovereignty act to overrule the single-use plastic ban in Alberta, Canada.England to Announce Ban on Single-Use Plastic Balloon Sticks, Cutlery, and More
A new single-use plastic ban is about to be enacted in England, in an effort to reduce pollution across the U.K.Hawaii's Second Shark Attack in a Week Sends a 68-Year-Old Man to the Hospital
A 68-year-old man was sent to the hospital with serious injuries after being attacked by a shark in Hawai‘i Island’s ʻAnaehoʻomalu Bay.Beagles Rescued From Envigo Breeding Facility Are Now up for Adoption
Earlier this month, 4,000 neglected beagles were rescued from Envigo, a massive breeding facility in Virginia. Now, those dogs are up for adoption.Jaguars May Return to the U.S., Making a Comeback in New Mexico
Are there jaguars in the U.S.? Although the big cat was abundant several centuries ago, environmentalists are attempting to bring them back.European Wind Turbines at a Standstill Amid an Ongoing “Wind Drought”
While gas prices have soared to the energy crisis, wind turbines across Europe are at a standstill thanks to an ongoing "wind drought."Dog Flu Cases Are on the Rise: Signs to Look Out For, and How to Prevent It
The current dog flu outbreak is not something any pet — or pet parent — wants to deal with, but fortunately, there is a vaccine that can help prevent the dog flu and reduce the flu’s effects.How Many People Go Missing in National Parks Every Year? The Numbers Are Pretty Shocking
Unfortunately, with the risks that come with hiking and outdoor adventure, people go missing in National Parks every single year. But how many?We Could All Use Some Good News About Climate Change — Here Are Some Uplifting Stories
After spending a minute or two reading headlines, it’s easy to spiral into complete climate-doom mode. So, if you need it, here’s some good news about climate change.Environmentalists Worldwide Disappointed After First U.K. Coal Mine Opens in 30 Years
Environmentalists around the world are incredibly disappointed after the first coal mine opens up in 30 years.Protecting New Mexico's Coyotes Would Further Protect the Endangered Mexican Wolf
Why are so many Mexican wolves dying? The endangered subspecies is often mistaken for coyotes — so many are advocating to protect coyotes, too.Los Angeles Passes Ordinance Banning Polystyrene Containers
Los Angeles just passed a bill banning polystyrene, often referred to as the brand name Styrofoam.Royals Will and Kate Announce 2022 Earthshot Prize Winners at Star-Studded Event (Updates)
Price William and Princess Kate visited Boston to announce the 2022 Earthshot Prize winners.‘Cocaine Bear’ Is a Story About an Aggressive Bear on a Drug-Fueled Rampage — Is It True?
Is 'Cocaine Bear' a true story? A new movie starring Jesse Tyler Ferguson tells the story of a drug-addicted bear who then goes on a bloody rampage.Jonathan the Tortoise Celebrates His 190th Birthday With a Salad Cake and Three-Day Party
Jonathan the tortoise is 190 years old, and the people of St. Helena pulled out all the stops for his 190th birthday.Big Bend National Park Is Expanding by Almost 4,000 Acres, in the Name of Conservancy
In the name of conservancy, Texas' Big Bend National Park is expanding by at least 4,000 acres, thanks to the work of conservancy groups.New York City Mayor Invests in Plant-Based Training For Healthcare Professionals
Thanks to a recent investment from New York City Mayor Eric Adams and the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, healthcare workers can now undergo plant-based training.5 Facts About Pearl Harbor, As We Remember What Took Place 81 Years Ago
81 years after Japan bombed Pearl Harbor, we're remembering the devastation by looking back with 5 facts about what happened.Deforestation Is Linked to These Products, Which Are Being Banned by the EU
The European Union has banned all "products linked to deforestation" — but what does that mean? Here's what to know about the new law.Renewables May Overtake Coal as the Largest Energy Source by 2025, New Report States
The planet has relied on non-renewable and highly pollutive coal for too long — but a new forecast states renewables may overtake coal by 2025.The Laundress Recalls 8 Million Products Due to Bacteria: How to Get Your Refund
Here’s everything you need to know about The Laundress recall, the possible health risks, and how to get a refund.U.K. Strikes Triggered by U.K.’s Exorbitant Cost of Living
The cost of living in the U.K. has led to ongoing strikes across several different industries — here's what you need to know about it.NJ Bear Hunt Will Begin Today, As Judge Dismisses Animal Protection Groups' Lawsuit
The New Jersey bear hunt will still happen, despite a group of animal protection groups who tried to block it.Five of Seven Wells in St. Charles, Mo. Have Been Shut Down, Due to a Water Crisis
What is causing the water crisis in St. Charles, Mo.? Concerns over contamination have led the city to shut down five of seven wells.What Is a Giant Phantom Jellyfish? This Rare Creature Was Spotted off California Coast
Footage of a 33-foot giant phantom jellyfish that wass spotted off the coast of California recently went viral — these types of sightings are very rare.The UN's COP15 on Biodiversity Kicks Off This Week — and After COP27's Greenwashing, Activists Are Skeptical
The UN’s biodiversity conference, COP15, kicks off this week, and will bring various governments together to discuss efforts to preserve biodiversity around the world.As Global Temperatures Rise, Alligators Are Moving North
Alligators have been migrating away from Florida and moving north as temperatures rise.Awful Air Quality Prompts Delhi to Enact "Pollution Ban" on Construction, Diesel Cars, and More
Delhi's air pollution news has been rough lately, with air quality levels in the area leading to a “pollution ban” in Delhi.More Than 2,000 Dead Caspian Seals Have Washed Ashore Russian Coast, for Reasons Unknown
Why are so many dead Caspian seals washing ashore the Russian coast? Over 2,500 have been discovered along coastlines.Senior Rescue Dog and TikTok "No Bones" Sensation, Noodle the Pug, Has Died
Last year, senior rescue dog, Noodle the pug, became a TikTok star for his "bones or no bones" videos. Sadly, he died this past weekend at age 14.
