The New Species Experts Have Discovered — or Rediscovered — Throughout 2024
In 2024, a number of new animal species were discovered (and rediscovered!) including snakes, dinosaurs, jaguars, and more.
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Rescue Horse Runs Free on a Moroccan Beach — Behind the Majestic Viral Video
A video of a rescue horse goes viral after he's caught running free on a Moroccan beach just four months after being rescued by a travel agency.
Is Hurricane Sara Heading Towards Florida? Everything You Need to Know
Meteorologists predict that a storm system in the Caribbean is likely to turn into a massive hurricane poised to hit Florida.
Animal Rights Activists Call for Fireworks Ban After the Death of a Baby Red Panda
Guy Fawkes Night fireworks are likely behind the death of Roxie, a 3-month-old red panda living at the Edinburgh Zoo.
November's Beaver Moon Is the Last Supermoon of 2024 — Details Here
The Beaver Moon is November's full moon name, but luckily for those in November 2024, it's also the fourth (and final) supermoon of the year.
Cowboys Loss Was Blamed on Sun Glare — Are Stadium Curtains Even Possible?
Dallas Cowboys player CeeDee Lamb blamed the sun for a loss against Philadelphia, angering team owner and general manager Jerry Jones.
Axolotl Populations Are Dwindling — What You Need To Know About the Critically Endangered Amphibian
Over fishing and a lack of wild spaces has put the axolotl on the critically endangered species list, raising concerns about their future. So, how many are left?
Mount Fuji Breaks a 130-Year-Old Record Thanks to Japan’s Extremely Hot Summer
Record summer heat in Japan is believed to be behind the reason why Mt. Fuji's peak remained snowless for approximately a month longer than normal.
Watch the Moment a Raccoon Fell From the Ceiling at LaGuardia Airport
Travelers captured a video of a rogue raccoon who came crashing down through the ceiling at New York's LaGuardia Airport.
Aldi Issues a Massive Cheese Recall — Here’s Everything You Need To Know
Aldi issues a recall across several states over listeria concerns with their brie and camembert cheeses.
Penn Cove Orcas Make Their First Return to the Site of Brutal 1970 Killings
Orcas return to the site of the brutal 1970 incident where an estimated 80 orcas were rounded up and captured or killed in Penn Cove, Washington.
Can Refrigerator Filters Remove Fluoride From Water? A Fact Check
Most refrigerator filters will not remove fluoride, a mineral that has been added to public drinking water since 1945, from water.
It Really Just Snowed in Hawaii — Why This Happened
Mauna Kea's summit received 2 inches of snow as Hawaii's Big Island faced a combination of cold air and moisture.
Your Dairy-Free Starbucks Order Is About to Get Cheaper
Starbucks will no longer upcharge customers who order alternative or non-dairy milk beginning Nov. 7, 2024.
Grad Student Accidentally Discovers a Lost Maya City in Mexico
A student found a lost Maya city the size of Washington, D.C. buried under the thick jungles of Campeche, Mexico.
Baby Powder Recalled in 35 States Due to Asbestos — What to Know
Dynacare baby powder is being recalled in 35 states after routine sampling uncovered the presence of asbestos.
Mom Sparks Controversy by Purchasing a Rare $10,000 "Velvet Frenchie" Dog
A woman came under fire after spending $10,000 on a rare type of "Velvet Frenchie," which vets say have all kinds of health problems.
The Simply Orange Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Dismissed — Why That Isn't Necessarily the End
Coca-Cola product "Simply tropical juice drink" was accused of containing PFAS, or forever chemicals, in an April 2023 lawsuit.
PRIME Hydration Faces a 5 Million Dollar Lawsuit Over PFAS Claims — Details Here
Independent testing shows the presence of PFAS or forever chemicals in the grape flavor PRIME Hydration drink, prompting a class action lawsuit.
Put Down That Quarter Pounder — Burger Is Being Blamed for E. Coli Outbreak
The CDC has issued a Food Safety Alert after people across 10 states were sicked by E. coli after eating a Quarter Pounder at McDonald's.
Juul's $300 Million Class Action Settlement Results in Thousand-Dollar Payouts for Some — Details
Juul is known as one of the largest e-cigarette producers, and also one of the main contributors to a vaping epidemic among the youth.
Animal Welfare Win — Romania Votes to Put an End to Fur Farming
The Romanian Parliament voted to ban mink and chinchilla fur farming, putting an end to the country's last two fur farming products.
A Needlefish Attack Took the Life of a Pro Surfer
Giulia Manfrini has been killed in after being impaled by a swordfish off the coast of Siberut Island.
Everything You Need to Know About the October 2024 Supermoon
A supermoon will appear in the sky on Oct. 17, 2024, and it will coincide with the arrival of the hunter's moon and the C/2023 A3 comet.
Study Finds Evidence of Microplastics in Dolphin Breath — Here's Why This Is Concerning
A U.S research team discovered the presence of microplastics in samples collected from dolphins, proving how far the plastic pollution has reached.
Paraglider Spots a Dog at the Top of the Great Pyramid of Giza
A video taken by a paraglider soring over the Great Pyramid of Giza goes viral for capturing a dog who scaled the pyramid.
Recall Issued After Minute Maid Sells "Zero Sugar" Lemonade Containing 40 Grams of Sugar
Coca-Cola issued a recall on their "zero sugar" Minute Maid lemonade product after discovering that the drink contains high amounts of the sweetener.
Study Reveals the Trick to Successfully Introducing Cats and Dogs
Research says that gradual introductions between cats and dogs can help them develop a better long-term relationship.
9.9 Million Pounds of Meat Recalled Over Listeria Concerns — View the Product List
BrucePac recalls nearly 10 million pounds of read-to-eat meat and poultry products after routine testing uncovered listeria contamination.
Rescuers Save Dog Who Was Tied to a Fence During Hurricane Milton
Members of the Florida Highway Patrol rescued a dog who had been tied to a fence along I-75 ahead of Hurricane Milton's arrival.
A Severe Geomagnetic Storm Is Headed Towards Earth — Here’s What You Need to Know
Beautiful auroras will be visible over large swaths of the U.S. thanks to a G4 geomagnetic storm produced by a strong solar flare.
"Zombie Fungus" Resembling Cordyceps From 'The Last of Us' Found in Scotland
Experts say that the Gibellua fungus found in Scotland has similarities to the Cordyceps fungus popularized by video game and television series 'The Last of Us.'
CeraVe Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Claims It Contains a Known Carcinogen
Customers are suing parent company L’Oréal USA, LLC over allegations that several CeraVe products contain benzoyl peroxide, a known carcinogen.
Shark Attacks of 2024: The Most Harrowing Instances of Human-Wildlife Conflict
Although shark attacks are a rarity, in 2024, there were multiple instances of human-wildlife conflict.
Kitten Gets Happy Ending After Being Rescued From a USPS Truck
A kitten was trapped inside a USPS truck in Manhattan, New York for two days before rescuers were able to coax her out.
X9 Solar Flare Sends Solar Storms Towards Earth, Thanks to the Biggest CME Since 2017
An explosion happened on the sun Oct. 3, 2024, producing the most powerful solar flare since 2017 and kicking off a series of solar storms headed for Earth.
The Makers of Carefree Pantyliners Are Being Sued Over the Presence of PFAS
Edgewell Personal Care Co., the makers of Carefree pantyliners, is being sued over claims that the product contains forever chemicals.
Everyone Is in Love With 2 Peregrine Falcon Chicks, Who Hatched Atop Melbourne Skyscraper
People are captivated by a pair of Peregrine Falcon chicks who hatched on the roof of a Melbourne building.
Vital Farms Exposed: Everything You Need to Know About Lawsuit Against the Egg Company
Vital Farms is being accused of greenwashing after customers claimed that its products didn't live up to its advertised standards.
Is There a Solar Eclipse Today? The 'Ring of Fire' Eclipse Makes a Solar Spectacle
Parts of the U.S. will get to see the annual "Ring of Fire" solar eclipse on Oct. 2, 2024. Residents in the eclipse's path should check it out around 3:42 p.m. UTC.
Brown Bear's Brutal Death Delays the Start of Fat Bear Week
The death of a bear at Katmai National Park was caught on camera, delaying the announcements of the 2024 Fat Bear Week contestants.
How Climate Change Fueled the Tragic Flooding In Asheville, N.C.
Hurricane Helene brought destructive flooding to Asheville and other areas of North Carolina.
How to See the "Mini Moon" Joining Earth's Orbit in Fall 2024
Scientists say that a small asteroid is going to enter the Earth's gravitational pull, creating a mini moon beginning Sept. 29, 2024.
Hurricane Helene: What You Need to Know About the Storm’s Forecast
Hurricane Helene is forecasted to the make a direct hit on the Florida cost, with impacts expected to felt across several states.
Fact Check: Does Banza Pasta Actually Contain Glyphosate?
The group Moms Across America claim Banza's chickpea pasta contains high levels of the herbicide glyphosate.
Competition Expected to Be Fierce in Alaska’s Annual Fat Bear Week
You can vote online to pick the biggest bear during Katmai National Park's Fat Bear Week, which begins Oct. 2, 2024.
U.K. Veterinarians Complete a First of Its Kind Surgery to Heal a Wounded Rhino
A group of 10 specially trained animal experts took part in a world-first surgery on a rhino to prepare its broken leg.
All of England Is Looking for Cinnamon the Capybara, After She Escaped the Zoo
The Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World launches massive manhunt for missing Capybara.
Fact Check: Do Cutting Boards Have More Fecal Bacteria Than Toilet Seats?
Rumors are circulating that the average cutting board contains more fecal bacteria than a toilet seat, prompting experts to debunk the claims.
Tinder for Shellfish? Florida Creates “Speed Dating for Shellfish” Program to Boost Populations
Researchers in Florida are relocating queen conchs to cooler waters in search of mates after rising ocean temperatures made them infertile.