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June 5, 2023

Health of honeybees being promoted by government program that aims to find best environment for the insects

A government program that aims to promote the health of bees and other pollinators is helping to find which plants and landscapes are beneficial to the insects.

June 5, 2023

Rare white bison born in Wyoming

A white bison was born in Bear River State Park in Wyoming in May. The rare coloring is the result of a mix of cattle and bison genetics; the bison's mother is also white in coloring. See the baby bison!

June 4, 2023

Massive shark lunges at boat, gobbles up bait as surprised tourists look on

A 10-foot great white shark amazed onlookers after it bared its teeth to snatch bait from diving boat off of South Africa.

June 4, 2023

Most US adults are declining COVID boosters as CDC warns of health risks: 'Relatively little protection'

Adults who aren’t up to date on their COVID-19 boosters may have “relatively little remaining protection" against hospitalization compared to those who haven’t been vaccinated: CDC

June 4, 2023

Emotional support sheep help people get in shape mentally: 'We offer a safe space'

A nonprofit in Oxfordshire, England, is helping adults and children who are struggling with life's challenges by offering them time with dog-like Valais Blacknose sheep — and the service is mobile.

June 4, 2023

Goats brought to Ronald Reagan Presidential Library

About 700 goats were brought to the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in Simi Valley, California, to combat fire season. See the video of their arrival!

June 3, 2023

Woman 'shocked' to learn of mother's hunting past when she sees photo of mom holding a rifle

As described on Reddit, a woman in her 20s was "genuinely shocked" when she discovered photos of her mother as a teen holding a hunting rifle. She confronted her mom about it, as others weighed in.

June 3, 2023

Bear traps itself in California resident's car, deputies step in: 'Be bear-aware'

Deputies with a sheriff's office in Incline Village, Nevada, used ropes to free a bear that had trapped itself inside a vehicle in South Lake Tahoe, California. See the footage.

June 3, 2023

Tiger gets teeth checked: 'Open wide!'

A tiger at the Paradise Wildlife Park in Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, received a dental check up. See how handlers trained these tigers to open up!

June 3, 2023

Food poisoning recently? Sick restaurant workers might be to blame, says CDC

Some 40% of foodborne outbreaks with an identifiable cause were associated with sick workers, according to a CDC report — most often due to norovirus. Here's what to know.