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May 9, 2024

Japan’s Fisheries Agency seeks to allow commercial catching of fin whales, stirring conservation concerns

Japan's Fisheries Agency has proposed adding fin whales to its permitted catch list for commercial whaling, alongside three smaller whale species, officials say.

May 9, 2024

Orangutan in Indonesian rainforest treats own facial wound, say researchers: ‘Appeared intentional’

An orangutan in Indonesia that sustained a facial wound treated it himself, according to a study published in the journal Scientific Reports this month. Researchers and a veterinarian weighed in.

May 8, 2024

US reputation declines globally, immigration concerns grow in Europe: study

The reputation of the U.S. has suffered globally over the last year while a majority of its citizens believe that unfair elections and/or election fraud threatens democracy.

May 8, 2024

Hot flower trends for 2024: Here's what's in and what's out in the world of blooms

Fox News Digital spoke to florists and flower experts across the country — who revealed what is in and what is out for flower trends in spring 2024. Read on to find out more!

May 8, 2024

Penguin-inspired robot explores sea using AI

Quadroin AUV is an underwater research robot that mimics penguins' graceful and swift swimming, descending to depths of 492 feet at speeds up to 11.5 mph.

May 7, 2024

Basic building blocks of sperm whale language have been uncovered, scientists say

Scientists studying sperm whales have identified the basic elements of their communication system, potentially paving the way for better protection of the mammals.

May 7, 2024

White House official urges US mining projects in nations deemed 'risky' by corporations

A senior White House adviser has voiced the necessity of encouraging mining projects in countries where Western corporations might be hesitant to invest.

May 7, 2024

Luxurious bubble submarine set to take passengers into depths of the sea

Kurt “CyberGuy" Knutsson discusses how Triton Submarines redefines the underwater experience with the Triton 660/9 AVA, which offers panoramic views and unparalleled ocean access.

May 6, 2024

Indiana fertilizer leak triggers 10-mile fish kill

A leak from a 30,000-gallon liquid nitrogen fertilizer tank has resulted in a roughly 10-mile-long fish kill in Tippecanoe County, Indiana, according to environmental officials.

May 6, 2024

Color idioms we can't resist: Why do we say ‘green thumb,' 'out of the blue' and more?

Why do we use the popular expressions "green thumb," "out of the blue," and "paint the town red"? Check out the possible origin stories of these three often-used idioms today.