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July 4, 2019

Toxic algae bloom forces Gulf Coast beach closures ahead of 4th of July holiday weekend

More than a dozen beaches in Mississippi’s Gulf Coast have been closed ahead of the Fourth of July holiday weekend after the formation of a toxic algae bloom on the shore line.

July 3, 2019

Cockroaches are getting 'closer to invincibility,' scientists warn

Bad news for anyone afraid of creepy crawlies – scientists are warning that cockroaches are getting harder and harder to kill.

July 3, 2019

Alaska bear put down after breaking into fishing lodge in search of dinner

A brown bear walked into the kitchen of a fishing lodge in Alaska in search of a meal over the weekend and had to be put down when it showed no fear of humans.

July 3, 2019

Some Denver residents protest killing of Canada geese at city parks to manage the growing population

Some Denver residents are protesting the killing of Canada geese at city parks to manage the growing goose population and are planning a rally.

July 3, 2019

Texas woman discovers horde of black worms known to carry dangerous parasite in backyard

A Texas woman made a creepy discovery in her backyard recently when she found a horde of slimy, black worms known to carry a dangerous parasite.

July 3, 2019

Florida man busted for reportedly feeding alligator resists arrest: ‘Maybe I'm Dr. Doolittle’

A Florida man who allegedly resisted arrest after being reported for illegally feeding an alligator he named Hank has described the 10-foot reptile as "a good friend" who "loves bagels."

July 3, 2019

Marine officials warn against exotic pets on North Carolina base after snakes found

U.S. Marines stationed in North Carolina have a new nemesissssss.

July 3, 2019

Electrocuted squirrel finally removed from utility wires: 'Rest in power,' neighbors say

Talk about being left hanging. Some residents in upstate New York say a utility company ignored them for two weeks after they reported seeing a dead squirrel dangling above them from utility wires.

July 2, 2019

Arctic fox goes on epic 2,000-mile journey from Norway to Canada, leaving scientists stunned

A 1-year-old arctic fox trekked more than 2,000 miles – forging across vast expanses of sea ice – from Norway to Canada in just 76 days, setting a new record and stunning scientists.

July 2, 2019

North Carolina man finds megalodon shark tooth buried on beach: ‘I’ll probably never find another one’

A North Carolina man made a rare prehistoric find last week while taking a stroll along a beach.