Big Impact

There is a serious sriracha sauce shortage — here's what you need to know.

Looking for a rainy day activity? Build your own tiny indoor garden with this step-by-step process of how to make a terrarium in a jar.

Are dolphins aliens? Researchers have been studying dolphins as a bridge to future extraterrestrial communication. Here's what to know.

A large shark was caught on video swimming amongst the crowds of people on Navarre Beach, Fla.

Scientists estimate they may have discovered new octopus species in Costa Rica in an extremely rare "octopus nursery." Here's what to know.

Astronomers were surprised when a gargantuan black hole suddenly "switched on," creating the brightest object ever witnessed.

Think you don't have what it takes to grow your own vegetables? These five hydroponic planters can help brand new home gardeners grow their own food.

The first image of a black hole provides a unique perspective into the largely unknown universe. Take a look at the first official image of a black hole and see what scientists have discovered since.

Commingled recycling, aka single-stream or dual-stream recycling, makes the recycling process easier for the public.

Is swimming with dolphins ethical? From touch tanks to aerial shows to "swim with" programs, marine mammal captivity hides a disturbing dolphin tale.

Two abandoned owl chicks were discovered nesting under the Pyramid Stage after Guns N’ Roses played at the Glastonbury Festival.

Solar flares can have quite interesting affects on the Earth, and in 2023, this is more true than ever.

Do crocodiles lay eggs? Here's a look inside a typical crocodile reproduction, plus, a new scientific discovery that could change everything.

One couple on TikTok use a hack to kill wasps instantly. Here's what to know about the hack, plus, what other ways to get rid of wasps.

Oceanic spiders, also known as sea spiders, share a lot in common with land spiders. Here's all you need to know about these fascinating creatures.

A chimpanzee saw her first glimpse of wide open sky at a Florida rescue organization. Here's a look at how Vanilla the chimp reacted.

A California man was sentenced to prison for a cow manure Ponzi scheme that bilked investors out of almost $9 million.

Sea salps are unique marine creatures that share features with jellyfish, but also have plenty in common with humans. Here's a dive into sea salps' lives.

In WW II, Polish soldiers had a bear fighting alongside them as they battled the Nazis. Here's the story of Wojtek, the bear in the Polish army.

Plastic Free July is a great opportunity to lower your impact by ditching single-use plastic.

Sustainable living is a cornerstone to living an environmentally-conscious lifestyle, and learning how to be more sustainable is a process that is constantly evolving.

Cigarette filters are toxic to essential mosquito larvae, a scientific study shows. Here's how cigarette butts or filters harm the environment.

There have been reports of pink snow on the mountains in the Western U.S. Where does it come from?

Shein influencer trips are one way that the Chinese fast fashion company is trying to revamp its image, but can you trust influencers?

A proposed emissions rule in New York City aims to tackle carbon emissions by potentially scrapping wood and coal fired ovens.

Free stores, community fridges, free flea markets, and Buy Nothing groups all support a gift economy, reduce waste, and build community.

This solar-powered grill from 'Shark Tank' got an investment from a very hopeful Shark. But what happened to the business?

Harry Styles fans love to wear feather boas to his concerts — but the feathers remain for weeks afterwards, becoming litter.

The deep sea vessel Titan that went missing on June 18, 2023, was a submersible, which is very different from a submarine.

Scientists use recordings of healthy ecosystems to restore dying ones and reach new understandings of marine communication.

These scientists took a waste problem and turned it into affordable housing. Can you really turn diapers into concrete? Here’s what to know.

Zookeeper and former director of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Jack Hanna, has been in ill health since 2019. Here's an update on his status.

Dr. Robert Moore of San Jose loves dogs. And they love him back. About 200 pups showed up for Moore's 100-year-old birthday dog parade.

Parts of South Florida are currently under quarantine due to giant African land snails (GALS). Why are the snails so dangerous?

Chances are the dinosaur bones you see in museums are real, but they aren’t actually bones anymore.

In 2018, researchers reported new findings that Gunung Padang in Indonesia was more than a large megalithic site, and actually a pyramid.

Dinosaur bones are being auctioned off to private buyers around the world, so what does this mean for the future of paleontology?

Do you know what a tropical depression is? How about how to read a spaghetti model? Here's the scoop on all things tropical storm.

Severe weekend storms brought high winds, tornado watches and hail the size of compact discs. What qualifies as "DVD-sized" hail?

You may be familiar with stevia as a more health-conscious sugar alternative, so why was it banned not too long ago?