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What is hot potting? Some in Yellowstone have taken to boiling themselves alive — and unfortunately, many have died as a result of attempting it.

China has lightened some of its regulations, meaning a number of popular companies can now be classified as truly cruelty-free.

Cape Cod residents are outraged after a "toxic stew" of algae, caused by human negligence and climate change, deems shorelines unsafe across the region.

Does Billie Eilish fly private planes or commercial? The musician opened up about the controversial topic in a new 'Vogue' interview.

If you're going to Thailand or other countries, doing an elephant ride or visiting a sanctuary may sound tempting, but are any of them actually ethical?

How many have died as a result of flooding in the Philippines? Unfortunately, several people have been found dead — and many are still missing.

Joe Rogan interviewed modern slavery expert Siddharth Kara about the cobalt mining industry, which presents a host of ethical and human rights issues.

Experts have already discovered a few new and rare species in 2022.

Where do pink iguanas live? Although the reptile species is extremely endangered, a group of hatchlings was recently discovered on the Galápagos.

A gas pipeline in Chuvashia that funnels fuel to the rest of Europe reportedly exploded, resulting in at least three deaths and one injury.

The Van Wert, Ohio mink farm is closing down, just five weeks after animal rights activists freed 10,000 minks from a fur farm.

The EPA has restricted truck emissions in an effort to lower air pollution.

The Big Cat Public Safety Act will ban public contact with and possession of big cats including cheetahs, lions, and, of course, tigers.

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.

Parties from all across the world agreed to the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, which sets various targets for improving biodiversity.

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.

What happens to Disney's iconic gingerbread houses after the holidays? They don't go to waste — instead, the chocolate feeds local pollinators.

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’s textile waste will soon be recycled into new fabrics for the designer to user, thanks to a new partnership with Protein Evolution, Inc.

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.

The PNW's Whitebark Pine Tree is protected by the Endangered Species Act, due to threats from climate change, wildfires, and a deathly fungus.

Elon Musk has permanently suspended the ElonJet account on Twitter — but you can still follow it on Instagram, Facebook, and Mastodon.

Premier Danielle Smith wants to use the sovereignty act to overrule the single-use plastic ban in Alberta, Canada.

A new single-use plastic ban is about to be enacted in England, in an effort to reduce pollution across the U.K.

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.

Earlier this month, 4,000 neglected beagles were rescued from Envigo, a massive breeding facility in Virginia. Now, those dogs are up for adoption.

Are there jaguars in the U.S.? Although the big cat was abundant several centuries ago, environmentalists are attempting to bring them back.

While gas prices have soared to the energy crisis, wind turbines across Europe are at a standstill thanks to an ongoing "wind drought."

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.

Environmentalists around the world are incredibly disappointed after the first coal mine opens up in 30 years.

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 just passed a bill banning polystyrene, often referred to as the brand name Styrofoam.

Price William and Princess Kate visited Boston to announce the 2022 Earthshot Prize winners.

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 is 190 years old, and the people of St. Helena pulled out all the stops for his 190th birthday.

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.

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.

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.

Here’s everything you need to know about The Laundress recall, the possible health risks, and how to get a refund.

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.