Is Shed Hunting Illegal? We Compiled the Regulations for All 50 States
Even though animals like deer and elk shed their antlers naturally, there are laws regulating whether the shed antlers are free for the taking in most states.
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This California Plastic Surgeon Was Charged with Murder in Patient's Death
A surgeon at Divino Plastic Surgery in San Diego is facing murder charges and several civil lawsuits. Here's what you need to know about the Divino Plastic Surgery lawsuits.
The Nectar Mattress Lawsuits Allege False Advertising, Fiberglass Content, and More
Nectar has been targeted in recent years for false advertising, misleading consumers, and most recently, for whether the mattresses contain fiberglass..
A Lawsuit Against RAW Papers Called Out Deceptive Business Practices
Here's a look into the lawsuit against RAW rolling papers.
Zoo Miami Is “Deeply Sorry” After Video Shows Guests Manhandling Kiwi Bird
A video showing a kiwi bird being pet and held enraged New Zealand, and sparked an online storm.
The Tiger Beetle Is One of the Scariest and Fastest Insect Predators Out There
The tiger beetle is a dominant predator in the insect world; however, with their diminishing habitat, survival isn’t as easy.
False Advertising or Frivolous Lawsuit? Velveeta Mac and Cheese Cups Under Fire
A woman sued Kraft Heinz Foods Company over claims about how long it takes to prepare Velveeta microwaveable mac and cheese.
Target Recalls 5 Million Candles for Breakage and Injury Risk
Customers who purchased various Threshold Glass Jar candles from Target might be eligible for a refund.
A Lawsuit Alleges That DoorDash Charges iPhone Users More — What to Know
If you use food delivery apps, you may want to know about the DoorDash class action lawsuit which alleges the company charges iPhone users more.
Pale Male, Central Park's Red-Tailed Hawk, Dies at 32 — or Was He Already Dead?
Pale Male, a red-tailed hawk who won the heart of New York City, allegedly just passed away — though some believe he's been dead for years.
Human-Lion Conflict Claims Oldest Lion in Africa: A Devastating Consequence of Climate Crisis
A 19-year-old lion in Kenya was killed by a human after record-breaking drought — highlighting devastation of climate change.
A Groundbreaking PFAS Treatment Permanently Destroys Forever Chemicals in Drinking Water
PFAS water treatment methods introduced by scientists at both Canadian and American universities are revolutionizing drinking water purification.
Droughts Are Drying up the Colorado River Basin
The Colorado River Basin supplies water to over 40 million people, but climate change could put it all at stake.
Nike's Vegan Collection Includes Air Force 1s Made From Pineapple Leather
Nike also makes vegan Air Force 1s that look exactly like the originals, as well as a few in collaboration with Billie Eilish.
Drivers In Phoenix Pay More To Fill Up The Tank — Here's Why
Why is gas so expensive in Phoenix? Prices of gasoline in Phoenix are more than a dollar per gallon higher than the nationwide average.
Hawaii Legislators Approve Replacing Hawaii’s Pohoiki Black Sand Beach With a Boat Ramp
Although Hawaii's Pohoiki Black Sand Beach is incredibly new, Hawaiian legislators have approved to dredge it, to replace it with a boat ramp.
You Can’t Replace the Ocean With a Pool — A Look at SeaWorld’s History of Animal Abuse
SeaWorld is known for its animal shows and their talented marine wildlife, but what goes on behind the curtain is not as pleasant.
New California Law Involves Partnering With Native Tribes to Save the Salmon Population
California has canceled its 2023 salmon season, and is officially partnering with Native American tribes to conserve the salmon population.
Is the U.S. Banning Gas Stoves? New York Set to Ban Them in 2026
Is a nationwide ban on natural gas stoves in the cards?
One of the "Worst" Zoos to Release Its Last Two Elephants, a Mother-Daughter Duo
Hogle Zoo's two remaining elephants are leaving, and will be relocated together to another zoo.
Here's Why So Many Dead Bodies Have Been Found In Lake Mead
Why have so many bodies been found in Lake Mead? Ongoing droughts that were triggered by climate change have led authorities to uncover several dead bodies.
Many Blue Holes Have Been Discovered in the Ocean — but What Are They, Really?
What is a blue hole in the ocean? Many have been discovered around the world, with the most recent found just off the coast of Mexico's Yucatan.
Why Climate Activists Are Protesting France Changing the Retirement Age (Exclusive)
In France, climate activists are fighting against the proposed new retirement age.
Report Names Ohio River the Second Most Endangered U.S. River, Because It’s So Contaminated
Why is the Ohio River so contaminated? In a report from American Rivers, it was listed as the second-most endangered river in the U.S.
Netflix's 'Chimp Empire': Director James Reed on the Unique Personalities and Relationships of Chimpanzees (Exclusive)
What is Netflix's 'Chimp Empire' about? Director James Reed spoke with Green Matters about how the docuseries highlights the Ngogo tribe.
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch Now Has Its Own Ecosystem... Gross
The Great Pacific Garbage Patch has grown so much, and it's become such a permanent entity, that it now has its own flourishing ecosystem... joy.
Germany No Longer Uses Nuclear Energy, After Closing Its Last Three Plants
Germany no longer uses nuclear energy after closing its last three plants, which is a major clean energy win.
Sanctuary Owner Ashley DiFelice Faces 17 Animal Cruelty Charges for Severe Neglect (Exclusive)
Ashley DiFelice left the animals of Twist of Fate Farm and Sanctuary to starve to death. We spoke with the woman who discovered this neglect.
Behind Carole Baskin’s Decision to Close Her Infamous Big Cat Rescue
Joe Exotic is likely celebrating from his prison cell, over the news that Carole Baskin's Big Cat Rescue in Florida is officially closing its doors.
Why Conservationists Are Fighting to Protect Georgia’s Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge
The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is considered a highly biodiverse site, but it may be in danger with an upcoming mining project.
Seasonal Affective Disorder Could Be to Blame for Your Wintertime Mood Changes
What is seasonal affective disorder? Mood changes are often linked to the darker, shorter days of winter, which is commonly referred to as SAD.
With Less Than 20 Left in the Wild, the Vaquita Could Be Extinct Soon — Here's Why
The porpoise found in the Gulf of California has declined in population exponentially since its discovery in 1958. But why is the vaquita endangered?
Show Your Love For the Planet By Using These Earth Day Instagram Captions
If you're looking to show your appreciation for Mother Earth this Earth Day, we've come up with some solid Instagram captions to augment your feed.
OPEC+ Cuts Daily Oil Production, Causing Oil Prices to Rise Sharply
Oil prices were dropping for a while — but suddenly, they have sharply risen, in response to OPEC+ cutting its daily oil production by 1.66 million barrels.
What Is a Climate Disadvantaged Community? Many NYC Neighborhoods to Receive Climate Funds
What does it mean to be climate disadvantaged? Several NYC neighborhoods have been identified as such, and will receive climate funds.
New Research: A Healthy Plant-Based Diet Lowers Risk of Cancer, Premature Death, and More (Exclusive)
A healthy plant-based diet can help prevent cancer, cardiovascular disease, and early mortality, according to new research.
New Yorker Rescues Dog Dumped in NYC Subway Station, Thanks to an Instagram Post (Exclusive)
After seeing an Instagram post about an abandoned dog, New Yorker Heather Hamm rescued the sweet puppy, and has taken her home.
Another Train Derails and Spills Hazardous Materials: This Time, in Rural North Dakota
A train has derailed in Wyndmere, North Dakota, spilling dangerous materials in the rural area.
From Abandoned to Acclaimed: How Chernobyl's Dogs are Becoming Key Players in Nuclear Research
Discover how the dogs of Chernobyl are revolutionizing our understanding of radiation exposure in this shocking and informative article!
Though Solar Geoengineering May Curb Climate Change, Countries Like Mexico Have Banned It
Even though solar engineering could ultimately save us from climate change, countries such as Mexico have banned it entirely.
Recent Chemical Spill in Philadelphia Suburb Sparks Worry Over Drinking Water Supply
After a chemical spill took place in Philadelphia, authorities are monitoring for water contamination.
Yet Another New Mosquito Species Detected in Florida, Continuing a Concerning Trend
Florida has welcomed a new species of mosquito, called the Culex lactator — which not only continues a worrying trend — but also could carry disease.
“Ghost Lakes” Are Likely to Become Increasingly Common With Climate Change
What is a ghost lake? The state of California is home to a lake that dried up 80 years ago, but recently came back to life with recent rainfall.
Flint Water Crisis: A Judge Has Finally Ordered Michigan to Pay That $600 Million Settlement
The Flint water crisis has resulted in a settlement of $600 from the state of Michigan, plus a few million dollars from other culprits.
Pakistan and Afghanistan's Damage From the March 2023 Earthquake (Updates)
In March 2023, a magnitude-6.5 earthquake shook Pakistan and Afghanistan, resulting in some damage, fatalities, and injuries.
UN Publishes Final, Harrowing Chapter of IPCC Climate Report: "Climate Justice Is Crucial"
The UN and IPCC published the final chapter of its major climate report, known as the Synthesis Report, in March 2023.
California Residents Fear Oncoming Floods, With Pine Flat Reservoir Water Levels Rising
Pine Flat reservoir's water levels are rising behind the Pine Flat Dam — so much so, that residents are concerned.
A Bird Flu Vaccine for Humans Is Now in the Works — Just in Case
A bird flu vaccine for humans is now at the ready, just in case the avian flu begins to worsen.
How to Get Hired for the World’s Cutest Job, as a Professional “Bear Hugger” in New Mexico
You can now become a "bear hugger" in New Mexico, for the sake of conservation.
Minnesota’s Nuclear Leak From November 2022 Is Still Being Cleaned Up, Four Months Later
In Nov. 22, Xcel reported a nuclear leak to the NRC, at its Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant, which is just outside of Minneapolis, Minn.