'Forever chemicals' linked to high blood pressure risk in middle-aged women, study finds
PFAS, called "forever chemicals" because they last so long in the environment, are used in thousands of everyday household items.
PFAS, called "forever chemicals" because they last so long in the environment, are used in thousands of everyday household items.
New restrictions on ships to protect whales coming soon
Federal officials released new guidelines on boat speed to protect whales along the Eastern seaboard.
Federal officials released new guidelines on boat speed to protect whales along the Eastern seaboard.
European Union lawmakers approve proposed ban on selling combustion-engine cars in 2035
European Union lawmakers have approved a proposed ban on selling new cars with combustion engines in 2035 to step up the fight against global warming.
European Union lawmakers have approved a proposed ban on selling new cars with combustion engines in 2035 to step up the fight against global warming.
Gov. DeSantis vetoes controversial Everglades bill
Gov. Ron DeSantis has vetoed a controversial bill that he said could hinder Everglades restoration work. Environmental groups had urged the governor to veto the measure, arguing it could lead to destruction of the wetlands.
Gov. Ron DeSantis has vetoed a controversial bill that he said could hinder Everglades restoration work. Environmental groups had urged the governor to veto the measure, arguing it could lead to destruction of the wetlands.
Experts hope cloud seeding will help with Colorado's drought
Several Western states are dealing with droughts.
Several Western states are dealing with droughts.
Carbon dioxide levels in atmosphere surpass key milestone
Climate scientists say it's "like watching a train barrel down the track towards you in slow motion. It’s terrifying."
Climate scientists say it's "like watching a train barrel down the track towards you in slow motion. It’s terrifying."
California court rules a bumblebee is a fish under environmental law
The Appellate Court ruled a lower court 'erred when it reached a contrary conclusion.'
The Appellate Court ruled a lower court 'erred when it reached a contrary conclusion.'
How a mineral used in cat litter could help fight climate change
A mineral used as a drying agent in air purifiers and cat litter could soon be used to clean up one of humanity's nastiest messes – climate change.
A mineral used as a drying agent in air purifiers and cat litter could soon be used to clean up one of humanity's nastiest messes – climate change.
Mona Lisa attacked with cake by man disguised as older woman in wheelchair
The Mona Lisa cake attack left a conspicuous white creamy smear on the glass but the famous work by Leonardo da Vinci wasn't damaged.
The Mona Lisa cake attack left a conspicuous white creamy smear on the glass but the famous work by Leonardo da Vinci wasn't damaged.
Warnings for critical wildfire conditions issued across US Southwest
Red flag warnings of critical fire conditions were issued by the National Weather Service in eight states.
Red flag warnings of critical fire conditions were issued by the National Weather Service in eight states.
As climate warms, Pennsylvania wines aim to give France a run for their money
Local weather patterns have become more favorable for wine production in the past several decades for the Keystone State.
Local weather patterns have become more favorable for wine production in the past several decades for the Keystone State.
Study finds greener cities could benefit human health, save thousands of lives
Researchers found that between 34,000-38,000 deaths could have been reduced if “greenness” increased in U.S. metropolitan areas.
Researchers found that between 34,000-38,000 deaths could have been reduced if “greenness” increased in U.S. metropolitan areas.
Firefighters rescue ‘lone survivor’ baby elk from massive New Mexico wildfire
The baby elk, which firefighters named "Cinder," was found amongst ash and rubble in the Hermits Peak and Calf Canyon Fire.
The baby elk, which firefighters named "Cinder," was found amongst ash and rubble in the Hermits Peak and Calf Canyon Fire.
Clothes that fight climate change: Researchers test aprons that capture CO2 from air
The cotton aprons are treated with a solution that allows the clothing to capture CO2 from the air and then release it as nutrition for plants.
The cotton aprons are treated with a solution that allows the clothing to capture CO2 from the air and then release it as nutrition for plants.
Hotter nights due to climate change will cost us sleep, study suggests
By the year 2099, hotter “suboptimal temperatures” may reduce sleep by 50 to 58 hours per person each year, according to a new study of adults from around the world.
By the year 2099, hotter “suboptimal temperatures” may reduce sleep by 50 to 58 hours per person each year, according to a new study of adults from around the world.
Recent volcano eruption beneath Pacific Ocean continues 'Sharkcano' fame
Sharks were found living in the active crater in 2015, but volcanologists say life near volcanoes is not uncommon.
Sharks were found living in the active crater in 2015, but volcanologists say life near volcanoes is not uncommon.
Harris to announce $500 million school bus rebate program to replace diesel with electric, low emissions buses
The vice president will announce the Clean School Bus rebate program - part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law - from a high school in Virginia.
The vice president will announce the Clean School Bus rebate program - part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law - from a high school in Virginia.
Mosquitoes prefer biting people wearing these colors, study says
According to the Florida Department of Health, there are over 80 different species of mosquitoes known to occur in Florida, many of which can transmit diseases to humans and animals.
According to the Florida Department of Health, there are over 80 different species of mosquitoes known to occur in Florida, many of which can transmit diseases to humans and animals.
James Cromwell, 'Succession' actor, glues hand to Starbucks counter to protest vegan milk charges
James Cromwell, an 82-year-old actor and activist, superglued his hand to a Starbucks counter to protest the chain’s extra charge for plant-based milk alternatives.
James Cromwell, an 82-year-old actor and activist, superglued his hand to a Starbucks counter to protest the chain’s extra charge for plant-based milk alternatives.
Cleaner air leads to more hurricanes in the Atlantic, study finds
A new study links how many hurricanes form worldwide to air pollution levels. Wednesday's study from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says cleaner air in Europe and the United States is helping trigger a dramatic increase in the number of Atlantic hurricanes.
A new study links how many hurricanes form worldwide to air pollution levels. Wednesday's study from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says cleaner air in Europe and the United States is helping trigger a dramatic increase in the number of Atlantic hurricanes.