Kelly McGreal

Black vultures in North Carolina and other states are reportedly infuriating residents. Residents have complained of droppings, property damage and aggressive behavior toward pets.

Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C., unveils rare artifacts including the first English-language Bible printed in America for the 250th anniversary.

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Food experts explain why some bananas never ripen properly, citing immature harvesting and chilling injury during storage as the key factors.

Paris landmarks including the Louvre and Eiffel Tower cut hours as extreme heat threatens tourists and disrupts schools, trains, sports and travel plans.

Disneyland's Tiana's Bayou Adventure closed Sunday after a 13-year-old boy reportedly slid down the 50-foot final drop after exiting the ride vehicle.

A metal cabana frame reportedly crashed into a crowded pool area at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida, injuring five people Saturday.

New Jersey swimming advisories issued at five coastal beaches and one freshwater lake after water testing found elevated fecal bacteria levels.

Research finds that feeling older than your actual age may be linked to poor sleep quality, insomnia symptoms, irregular patterns and daytime fatigue.

McDonald's fried apple pie returns to restaurants nationwide on June 23 for a limited time, bringing back the nostalgic dessert dropped in 1992.

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A mother-daughter business in Roslyn, New York, created Dot Cakes, the viral rainbow sprinkle desserts now selling out and drawing crowds from other countries.

New research identifies a muscle protein called NOX4 that declines with age and inactivity, potentially explaining why exercise keeps people stronger.

Wildlife expert Ned Bruha of Florida says using Irish Spring soap around a yard is not a proven skunk repellent. He reveals why — and suggests what to do instead.

Human remains found in Olympic National Park in 2000 have been identified as Joseph Louis Serrao Jr., a Hawaii native last contacted by family in 1998.

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Record sargassum seaweed levels hit South Florida beaches in May, creating foul rotten egg odors and disgusting beachgoers across coastal communities.

A hiker was mauled by a grizzly bear on Grinnell Glacier Trail in Glacier National Park and now faces significant medical bills after his multiple surgeries.

Rip Roarin' Falls at Carowinds, on the North Carolina-South Carolina border, promises the tallest drop on a water ride, plus backward drops reaching speeds of up to 50 mph in 2027.

A tourist was caught on video climbing into the waters above Iguazu Falls to retrieve a dropped cellphone, just yards from steep drops at the famous site.

Former Disney Channel star Leigh-Allyn Baker sparked debate after soaking her feet in cups of ice on a delayed, overheated plane. Some called it brilliant; others disagreed.

Walt Disney World closed several of its Magic Kingdom attractions on Monday after a magnitude 6.1 earthquake near Cuba was reportedly felt in Florida.

A Harvard study of over 147,000 adults found that 90 to 119 minutes of weekly strength training was linked to a 13% lower risk of death from any cause.

MIT researchers are exploring whether specially bred mice could help reduce Lyme disease on Nantucket by preventing ticks from becoming infected.

A popular burger stand in Blackpool, England, has kept its signature burger at a little over $1.34 for nearly 20 years. Owner Chris Higgitt credits bulk buying and social media.

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Carnival Splendor passengers reportedly received a notice to avoid bikinis, G-strings, thongs and monokinis during a stop in Lifou, New Caledonia, respecting local customs.

The U.S. State Department has updated its Mexico travel advisory ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, citing concerns for Americans about crime and kidnapping.

A viral TikTok video of airport worker and military veteran James Blair struggling to walk on a California tarmac has inspired strangers to donate over $135,000 for him.

Los Angeles led the nation in dog attacks on mail carriers last year with 70 incidents, as the United States Postal Service urges pet owners to leash dogs during deliveries.