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Canadian daredevil launches jet boat off 39-foot waterfall in claimed world-record stunt: WATCH

June 4, 2026

Canadian daredevil launches jet boat off 39-foot waterfall in claimed world-record stunt: WATCH

Canadian daredevil Dusty Friesen claims a world record after launching his jet boat off the 39-foot Lundbreck Falls in Alberta, Canada on May 25.

Newsom declares state of emergency in Orange County as failing chemical tank nears catastrophic explosion

May 23, 2026

Newsom declares state of emergency in Orange County as failing chemical tank nears catastrophic explosion

Emergency crews launch overnight mission to neutralize a volatile chemical tank at a Southern California aerospace facility in Garden Grove as Gov. Gavin Newsom declares state of emergency.

Extreme depth made fatal cave dive perilous at luxury honeymoon destination

May 19, 2026

Extreme depth made fatal cave dive perilous at luxury honeymoon destination

Authorities describe the recovery of five Italian divers killed in a deep Maldives underwater cave as extremely difficult due to the depth and the currents.

COVID scientist accused of using ChatGPT in alleged poisoning plot against rival

April 21, 2026

COVID scientist accused of using ChatGPT in alleged poisoning plot against rival

A UW-Madison scientist allegedly admitted to poisoning a colleague's water bottle with toxic chemicals after feeling slighted by a promotion, court documents say.

RFK Jr, EPA chief 'declare war' on microplastics amid growing evidence of health risks

April 5, 2026

RFK Jr, EPA chief 'declare war' on microplastics amid growing evidence of health risks

RFK Jr. and the EPA head "declare war" on microplastics, adding them to the drinking water contaminants list and launching new health studies.

RFK Jr launches $134M+ national program to study microplastics in the human body, drinking water

April 2, 2026

RFK Jr launches $134M+ national program to study microplastics in the human body, drinking water

HHS and EPA announce a joint effort to tackle microplastics and pharmaceuticals in the nation's water supply, citing a growing public health crisis.

Sharks in Bahamas found to have cocaine and other drugs in their systems, study says

March 31, 2026

Sharks in Bahamas found to have cocaine and other drugs in their systems, study says

A new study found cocaine, caffeine and painkillers in 28 Bahamas sharks, with researchers saying tourists may be the likely source of the contamination.

Iran threatens mass ‘water war’ with strikes on key plants in days, UN official warns

March 22, 2026

Iran threatens mass ‘water war’ with strikes on key plants in days, UN official warns

Iran threatens to target desalination and energy infrastructure within days, a U.N. official warns, citing lasting consequences for global markets and water supplies.

What's healthier to drink, cold or hot water? Here's what an expert says

March 7, 2026

What's healthier to drink, cold or hot water? Here's what an expert says

From calorie burn to gut health, does water temperature really make a difference? A dietitian explains the real impact of hot vs. cold hydration.

Older travelers who skip key step before popular vacation activity could be risking their health

February 9, 2026

Older travelers who skip key step before popular vacation activity could be risking their health

Doctors warn a popular bucket-list vacation activity has hidden health risks for older travelers. While scuba diving is generally safe, older adults need to take precautions.