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January 6, 2024

Where to have up-close encounters with exotic animals across America

Discover diverse destinations in the U.S. offering wildlife encounters, from California's zoos to Alaska's wildlife centers. See how visitors can explore nature's wonders.

January 6, 2024

New antibiotic kills deadly, drug-resistant bacteria in ‘scientific breakthrough’

Scientists in Switzerland have announced the discovery of a new class of antibiotics that have shown to be effective against a deadly, drug-resistant bacteria.

January 5, 2024

Courageous cat in Oklahoma chases off coyotes — saves dog's life

A Havanese pup, Oakley, was attacked by a coyote with another one lurking nearby when the household cat, Binx, chased the predators away. The Oklahoma homeowner shares footage of the daring rescue.

January 5, 2024

Porcupine visits seal friends at local zoo

A porcupine named Nettle went to visit some harbor seal friends at the Oregon Zoo. See the cute visit caught on camera in Portland, Oregon!

January 5, 2024

Angler hopes 27-pound smallmouth buffalo fish shatters Texas record

An angler from Kentucky is hoping he broke another fishing record after catching a monster, 27-pound smallmouth buffalo in Austin, Texas, alongside a guide.

January 5, 2024

Quiz: Name that bird! Can you match these beautiful birds with their correct names?

How well do you know your birds? Check out this fun and interactive lifestyle quiz and test your knowledge of 15 birds — some common, some rare, all unique!

January 4, 2024

Loose pig goes ‘hog wild’ as Ohio troopers wrangle the animal into custody

A pig recently went hog-wild at a McDonald’s drive-thru in Ohio — which prompted state troopers to capture the wayward animal. Check out the scene.

January 4, 2024

Largest male specimen of world's most venomous spider discovered in Australia

The Australian Reptile Park has acquired the largest male Sydney funnel-web spider. The spider is set to contribute to the park's antivenom program, officials say.

January 4, 2024

Fisherman survives eight days at sea 'by eating raw fish and drinking rainwater'

A Filipino fisherman miraculously survived eight days stranded at sea in a sinking boat by drinking rainwater and eating raw fish.

January 4, 2024

As COVID cases rise, probiotics could reduce symptoms and infection, study suggests

In a study led by Duke Health, probiotics were shown to have a “significant ability to delay a COVID infection and reduce symptoms" among unvaccinated people. Doctors shared reactions.