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February 2, 2024

White-naped crane, beloved by staff at Smithsonian's National Zoo, passes away at age of 42

Walnut the white-naped crane of the National Zoo has passed away. The story of zookeeper Chris Crowe winning over the fussy bird, who spurned other cranes but fell for him, went viral.

February 2, 2024

Groundhog Day's history, meaning and how the superstitious tradition made its way to the US

Since 1887, Groundhog Day has been an American celebration focused on a groundhog predicting the weather. Each year, thousands gather in Pennsylvania to experience the festivities.

February 2, 2024

Groundhog Day quiz! How well do you know the facts about this unique day?

Groundhog Day this year is Friday, Feb 2. In time for the celebrations, here's a fun and festive lifestyle quiz — test yourself on all things Groundhog Day-related!

February 1, 2024

Tortoise drags cabinet with sewing machine on it all the way down hallway

A pet tortoise named Rex was spotted trying to get out from underneath a side table in Chandler, Oklahoma. Pet owner Jacki Vohs shared the funny video as Rex dragged a cabinet down a hallway. See it!

February 1, 2024

Man dies after cooking and eating highly poisonous pufferfish

A 46-year-old Brazilian man has died in agony after he failed to recover from eating a poisonous pufferfish over Christmas. The fish has enough poison to kill 30 humans.

February 1, 2024

Moose enjoys a ‘snowy stroll’ beside Colorado home

A Colorado resident was able to capture video of a massive moose walking in deep snow “right by” the home after a winter storm hit the Rocky Mountains.

February 1, 2024

Opossum 'porch pirate' steals box of 15-year-old's birthday cookies, video shows

Authorities in Texas have released a video showing an opossum “porch pirate" stealing a box of birthday cookies from the front porch of a 15-year-old's home.

February 1, 2024

India law enforcement clear suspected Chinese spy pigeon

An Indian police force detained a pigeon suspected of being a Chinese spy for eight months before finally releasing it into the wild. The bird was initially captured in Mumbai.

February 1, 2024

Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF): Symptoms, treatment, and prevention

Explore Rocky Mountain spotted fever's causes, treatment, symptoms, diagnostic challenges and effective prevention methods for this notable tick-borne illness.

January 31, 2024

Australian girl swings large snake several times to rescue pet guinea pig: video

A 12-year-old girl from Australia rescued her pet guinea pig by grabbing hold of a snake looking to feast on the animal, and swinging it around several times.