California Committee Kills Grizzly Bear Reintroduction Proposal
The California grizzly also holds symbolic significance as the animal depicted on the state's flag, despite being eradicated in California by the 1920s.
Environment
Watch: France Evacuates Hundreds Due To Wildfires
French emergency services have evacuated hundreds of residents and vacationers following a fierce wildfire that broke out in the dense pine forests of the Landes region.
Watch: Mt Etna's Eruption Disrupts Air Travel Over Sicily
Mount Etna, Europe’s largest and most active volcano, experienced intense volcanic activity overnight on Thursday.
Watch: Heavy Flooding In Japan Kills Four
An extraordinary overnight deluge unleashed record-breaking rainfall across eastern Japan, causing widespread devastation in several cities east of Tokyo
What Is Driving The Oil Spill Spreading Off Oman
Omani authorities said the oil has reached the mainland, affecting about 25 miles of the Ras Madrakah coastline, more than 120 miles from the tanker
Powerful El Niño Could Bring Major Weather Impacts Worldwide
Japan's Meteorological Agency has also projected that the event will continue into early 2027, with a significant possibility that it could reach historically strong levels compared with El Niño events recorded since 1950.
Warming Climate Forces Marathons To Rethink Race Dates
In Los Angeles, organizers recently allowed runners to stop after 18 miles and still receive a finisher's medal after unusually warm conditions raised concerns about overheating.
Watch: Puerto Ricans Scramble For Water As Rationing Takes Effect
Officials warn that the strict scheduled outages are necessary to stabilize the island’s fragile water infrastructure until substantial rainfall can replenish critical supplies.
Watch: Partial Solar Eclipse As Seen From London Observatory
People from all across Britain witnessed the country's most dramatic solar eclipse in over 27 years.
Midwest Storms Kill Two, Knock Out Power Across Four States
Severe weather also disrupted air travel, with major airports in Chicago temporarily grounding flights and reporting hundreds of cancellations and delays.
16 Inmates Hospitalized After Apparent Lightning Strike At Ohio Prison
Officials have not disclosed the nature or severity of the injuries or confirmed whether the individuals were directly struck by lightning or were hurt by its effects.
Watch: Colombian Woman Rescued After 36 Hours Under Rubble
Rescue efforts are underway in Colombia after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck on Monday.
Perseid Meteor Shower Set To Light Up Skies On Aug. 12 And 13
According to the report, a new moon will eliminate significant moonlight, potentially allowing viewers to see 90 or more meteors per hour under favorable conditions.
James Webb Telescope Captures Cosmic 'Treasure Chest' Of Young Stars
Webb's infrared capabilities allowed scientists to observe through dust that blocks visible light, revealing stars and structures previously hidden from view.
Shark Drags Maine Lifeguard Underwater In Close Encounter
Scarborough authorities are using drones to monitor the coastline and track shark activity near popular swimming areas.
Climate Crisis?
Former President Barack Obama announced, “Our changing climate is already making it more difficult to produce food!”