Watch: 23 Dead, 100 Missing In Afghanistan Floods
Severe flooding struck Afghanistan's eastern Nuristan province.
Environment
Tropical Storm Bertha Forms In Gulf, Heads Toward U.S. Coast
The National Hurricane Center said the system strengthened into a tropical storm after NOAA Hurricane Hunters confirmed maximum sustained winds of 40 mph.
Rescue Effort Turns Tragic As Five Drown In Ohio River
The incident began when one person entered the river to swim, prompting others to jump in to assist after the swimmer encountered difficulties.
Conservation Efforts Drive Oystercatcher Population Recovery
The species' numbers increased by 45% between 2008 and 2023, even as many other shorebird populations continue to decline.
Ontario Wildfires Force Evacuation of 1,800 Residents
Almost 200 fires are burning across the region, with 13 communities either fully evacuated or in the process of evacuating as emergency crews work to contain the blazes.
Canadian Premier Calls Trump’s Wildfire Criticism ‘Absolutely Unacceptable’
The White House did not immediately respond to a request for comment on Ford’s remarks.
7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Triggers Tsunami Warning Off Mexico
Authorities closely monitored the situation as emergency agencies assessed potential impacts along the Pacific coast.
Trump Threatens Tariffs Over Canadian Wildfire Smoke
Trump accused Canada of failing to adequately manage its forests and said he planned to discuss the issue with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Air Pollution Soars Across US Due To Canadian Wildfires
Reported by CBS News and the Associated Press, cities including Detroit, Chicago and Washington, D.C., ranked among the world's most polluted major cities on Friday
Michigan Lawmakers Press Canada On Wildfire Smoke
The lawmakers warned they could consider additional measures if Canada does not address what they described as long-standing shortcomings in wildfire prevention.
Scientists Confirm New Monkey Species In DR Congo
The report said the discovery began with a blurry photograph taken in 2008 and was strengthened by clearer images and repeated field observations between 2018 and 2022.
At Least One Dead As Flash Floods Ravage Texas Hill Country
According to the report, Gov. Abbott has declared disasters in dozens of counties as forecasters warned residents to move to higher ground immediately.
Watch: South Texas Flooded, People Evacuate
Slow-moving storms have brought heavy rains to South Texas.
Scientists Discover Life-Linked Molecules In 2024 Meteorite
The report said researchers found the meteorite contained 1.8 percent carbon and 0.07 percent nitrogen, along with a diverse range of organic molecules.
Wildfire Smoke Forces Alerts Across Multiple US States
Thick smoke has also reached cities including Boston, with forecasts indicating it could spread as far south as Washington, D.C.
Who Is Youlin Chen, The American Scientist Detained In China
Chen has been held since November 2024 after being detained at a Beijing airport while visiting his parents.