Global Environment

Media 4 hours ago

EPA chief Lee Zeldin blasts NY Times over claim agency will stop considering 'lives saved' in pollution rules

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin attacked the "dishonest" New York Times for its report on new air pollution guidelines.

Washington 1 day ago

Deadly avalanche claims 2 snowmobilers in Washington state backcountry, 2 rescued

Two snowmobilers were killed in an avalanche near Longs Pass in Washington's Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Two survivors were rescued after a distress call.

California 4 days ago

550-pound bear finally evicted from California home after bizarre strategy ends monthlong ordeal

A massive black bear caused thousands in damage while living beneath a California home for weeks before wildlife specialists finally removed the animal.

VIDEO 4 days ago

550-pound bear finally scurries away after wildlife expert crawls under home to flush it out

Video captures a 550-pound black bear bolting from a crawl space beneath a Southern California home after successful removal efforts by the BEAR League. (BEAR League)

California December 30

Bear remains under California home after weeks of failed removal attempts

Bear trap in Altadena accidentally catches wrong animal as 550-pound black bear continues living under California home despite month-long removal efforts.

Transportation December 30

Kentucky freight train carrying molten sulfur derails, leaks hazardous chemical in Todd County

Thirty-one freight train cars derailed in rural Todd County, Kentucky on Thursday, prompting a shelter-in-place after molten sulfur leaked from one car.

Kennedy Center December 30

Tatiana Schlossberg, JFK's granddaughter, dies at 35 after year-and-a-half leukemia battle

Environmental journalist Tatiana Schlossberg, granddaughter of President John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, passed away at 35 after battling acute myeloid leukemia.

Health December 23

Common household chemicals linked to increased risk of serious neurological condition

New Swedish research finds that people with highest microplastics and PFAS levels face double the risk of multiple sclerosis diagnosis compared to others.

Health December 22

Simple daily habit could help people with type 2 diabetes manage blood sugar

A new study suggests that spending time near windows could help people with type 2 diabetes manage their blood sugar, with research linking natural light to better glucose regulation.

Judiciary December 17

Firm behind climate lawsuits faces DOJ referral after court finds 'misconduct bordering on criminal'

Federal Judge Paul Diamond referred Hagens Berman to the Department of Justice for potential unlawful conduct, prompting the law firm to appeal to the 3rd Circuit.