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July 22, 2023

Killer whale mothers protect their sons more than their daughters, new study finds

A study found that based on teeth mark evidence, mother killer whales are more likely to support their sons against other orcas rather than their daughters.

July 21, 2023

Florida Keys coral reefs under threat as record-high water temperatures trigger early bleaching

Florida Keys coral reefs are facing an early threat this summer as record-high water temperatures are causing stress and potential endangerment to their health.

July 21, 2023

Death toll caused by western India landslide climbs to 21

Rescue teams in India continue to find more bodies trapped beneath piles of debris caused by a deadly landslide. At least 21 bodies have been recovered.

July 21, 2023

LA Times article labeled ‘peak climate idiocy’ after floating ‘occasional blackout’ for ‘the greater good’

The Los Angeles Times published an article that questioned how much "blackout risk" people should accept in order to prevent a future "climate catastrophe."

July 21, 2023

Amsterdam looks to move cruise ship terminal in latest blow to city's tourism industry

Amsterdam officials voted in favor of a motion that would move a cruise liner terminal out of the heart of the city. The terminal is currently close to the city's central rail station.

July 20, 2023

Landslide triggered by torrential rains kills 10, many others trapped under piles of debris in western India

At least ten people have been killed by the landslide in India's western Maharashtra state. Officials believe many others are trapped under piles of debris.

July 19, 2023

Coast Guard rescues man after flames engulf boat in Delaware Bay

The U.S. Coast Guard pulled a man from the Delaware Bay after his 42-foot sport fisher, the Done Deal, was consumed by flames near a shipping channel.

July 19, 2023

Alaska volcano eruption eases after emitting massive ash cloud

The Alaska Volcano Observatory said that the Shishaldin Volcano eruption in Alaska that started last week has declined, but also produced a significant ash plume.

July 19, 2023

Alaska volcano eases after spewing massive ash cloud

The Shishaldin Volcano in Alaska’s Aleutian Islands may finally be easing after erupting for a week. The volcano has had at least 26 eruptions since 1824.

July 19, 2023

Florida surfer attacked by shark credits friend for life-saving rescue: 'Could have been way worse'

Collegiate surfer Chris Pospisil is thanking his friend for saving his life after he was attacked by a shark at Florida's New Smyrna Beach, resulting in serious injuries to his foot.