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Wolves in Chernobyl may have mutated immune systems, therefore allowing them to become resistant to cancer, say new findings.

Regardless of what your game day plans are, these vegan versions of classic Super Bowl recipes will definitely make for a winning spread.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has made clear his intention to launch three spy satellites, as well as increase the country's military activity overall, in 2024.

The cocoa industry is riddled with injustice. Here's our guide on how to seek out ethical, fair-trade chocolate.

Greta Thunberg joined in a major protest of the oil industry in London, where she was arrested — and subsequently cleared of public order offense.

Activists in Atlanta, Ga., locked themselves to construction equipment to halt work and demand that a contractor end work on "Cop City."

Two members of the French activist group Riposte Alimentaire threw soup on the Mona Lisa in a January 2024 protest. The Mona Lisa wasn't ruined in the incident.

Takis, an addictive spicy snack, has been reported to cause serious stomach issues. Here’s what you should know about the chip.

Flights at New Zealand's Wellington Airport were delayed Jan. 12 because of a penguin who was on the runway. Here's the scoop on the "little visitor."

After a successful embryo transfer on a southern white rhino, scientists hope IVF can save the northern white rhino from extinction.

Why do iguanas fall out of trees? In Florida, frozen iguanas drop unexpectedly from trees as they struggle to maintain body temperature.

A California woman was caught with a trunkful of Stanley cups after brazenly stealing them from a retail store. The theft is the latest in a Stanley cup craze that is reached absurdity.

Bioluminescent waves appeared in Southern California — here's what to know about dinoflagellate and how they make the ocean glow.

Uniqlo's parent company Fast Retailing filed a lawsuit against Shein, accusing it of selling an "imitation" of its popular "Mary Poppins" bag.

The Starbucks Stanley cup released in early January sold out immediately, as consumers camped out and even got in fights over the limited edition tumbler.

There are many conspiracies online about "Disease X," but what is it, what are the symptoms, and what is being done to prevent it?

Mark Zuckerberg is raising and eating his own cows, and the internet is ablaze with criticism of him, considering beef's high environmental footprint.

our waste coffee grounds end up in landfills. RMIT researchers have figured out a way to turn waste coffee grounds into sustainable concrete.

After it was discovered that various Benny T’s Vesta Hot Sauce products contained an undeclared allergen, the FDA issued a voluntary recall.

Is glacier water safe to drink? In some places, its advised not to drink any water without filtration or purification. Here's what you should know.

Citing unnamed executives, board members, and his own public behavior, Elon Musk has been alleged to take everything from LSD to cocaine to marijuana.

When a British woman bought a unique brooch at an antique store in 1988, she had no idea it was worth anything. That is, until 35 years later.

Richard Brookman is thankful to be alive after a too-close encounter with a crocodile in Australia. Here's the rest of the harrowing tale.

A December 2023 video of Target customers racing to snag Valentine's Day-themed Stanley stainless steel cups shows how wild the wasteful craze has gotten.

The former oldest living chicken, Peanut, has died at 21 years of age. How long do most chickens live, and why is their lifespan so short?

Here's a look into some of the new and rare species discovered — or rediscovered — in 2023.

After Christmas, the Rockefeller Christmas tree is taken down from its spot in New York City — and its lumber is used for a virtuous cause.

An adorable 1,300-pound southern elephant seal nicknamed Neil the Seal has been wreaking havoc on coastal towns in Australia. His antics have made him an internet sensation.

Tonight — Dec. 21, 2023 — marks the winter solstice, aka the longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Here's everything you need to know.

Maybe it's the ominous music or the terrifying scenes, but one thing is for certain: people are addicted to North Sea TikTok videos. The craze has even spawned the hashtag #northseatok.

Golfers at Shukuza Golf Club in South Africa were surprised to see a martial eagle kill an impala on the golf course. The course is located in Kruger National Park.

Wildlife officials crafted plans to reintroduce wolves to the Colorado wild. In December 2023, the first five wolves were released.

Actor Sydney Sweeney endured a huntsman spider bite while filming 'Anyone But You.' The brave thespian is safe, but how dangerous are the arachnids?

The key takeaways of COP28 point to fuzziness and loopholes concerning fighting the climate crisis — though the conference's major climate deal provides a glimmer of hope.

The FDA issued a recall of Aviator Sundried Tomato Halves distributed by Global Veg Corp. The recall is due to "undeclared sulfites," which may be dangerous for people with sulfite sensitivity.

Venezuela and Guyana have sparred over the Essequibo region since the 1800s; and a 2015 oil discovery in Guyana has ramped up the conflict immensely.

Pepsi has discontinued Sierra Mist and replaced it with a lemon-lime soda called Starry. Did it have something to do with internet star Cierra Mistt?

Gatorland, a Florida theme park, announced the birth of an extremely rare leucistic alligator. Find out what makes these gators so unique.

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.

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.