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August 4, 2023

Judge blocks Montana water pipeline meant to boost population of rare fish

A pipeline meant to boost the population of a rare fish species in Montana was blocked by a U.S. judge Wednesday over concerns that the pipeline may disturb the surrounding environment.

August 4, 2023

Otter attack injures 3 women on Montana river, requiring airlift

An otter attacked three women on Wednesday who were floating on the Jefferson River in Montana. Officials believe the incident was a defensive attack and have posted warning signs.

August 4, 2023

Zoo animals in Greece get served frozen meals to beat the heat

A Greek zoo is feeding its animals frozen meals as the country faces a fourth heat wave in less than a month. The zoo is also treating animals after a wildfire burned for 11 days.

August 4, 2023

Cyprus approves use of human COVID-19 medication to fight lethal virus mutation in cats

The Feline Infectious Peritonitis, a deadly COVID-19 mutation, allegedly killed thousands of cats in Cyprus. The government has approved the use of human medication to fight the virus.

August 4, 2023

Monkey steals women’s purse as she takes a selfie

Jovita Coppage was visiting the Ubud Monkey Forest in Bali, Indonesia, when the monkey she was attempting to take a photo with stole her purse. She was able to grab the purse back — but not without the monkey fighting to keep the item.

August 4, 2023

Scientists say Endangered Species Act is as essential as ever after 50 years of success

The Endangered Species Act was enacted 50 years ago, and scientists have marveled at its success. Congress hasn't updated the law since 1992.

August 3, 2023

Florida woman's doorbell camera captures moment alligator approaches her front porch

A Florida woman looked back at video footage from her Ring doorbell camera, which showed a large alligator creeping around the corner of the front door to her house.

August 3, 2023

Alligator approaches Florida woman's front door: Doorbell camera footage

A Florida woman decided to check the footage on her Ring doorbell camera one morning only to find a large alligator approaching her front door.

August 3, 2023

Pennsylvania man attacked by bear after walking into his garage

A Pennsylvania man was attacked and injured after walking into his garage and encountering a bear that had made its way onto his property, video shows.

August 3, 2023

Bird watchers flock to Green Bay, Wisconsin, with hopes of seeing rare southern shorebird

A rare southern shorebird that hasn't been spotted in Wisconsin in almost 180 years was seen at a local nature reserve. Bird watchers are flocking to Green Bay to see the rare bird.