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High Levels of Mercury Found in Alligators in Okefenokee Swamp, Georgia

Scientists have detected high levels of mercury contamination in alligators from the Okefenokee Swamp in southeastern Georgia.

U.S. Produced Record Amount of Energy in 2024, EIA Reports

According to a recent analysis from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), the U.S. produced a record amount of energy last year.

Rainbow Trout Feel Pain and Suffer for Minutes After Being Caught, Study Finds

Scientists have quantified the amount of pain and suffering rainbow trout feel when they are caught and left in the open air.

Fence Picket vs. Panel: Which Should I Buy?

Looking to install a fence in your yard? Learn more about building one with fence pickets versus panels with this guide.

Kabul Could Become First Modern City Globally to Run Out of Water: Report

Kabul, Afghanistan could be the first modern city in the world to run out of water, according to a new report from Mercy Corps, an NGO.

Extreme Weather Boosts Pathogens and Disease Spread, Study Finds

Increasing heatwaves and other extreme weather brings conditions more suitable for pathogens to spread disease, scientists warn.

Kate Spade Outlet’s Surprisingly Roomy $299 Lena Crossbody Bag Was Just Marked Down to $65

Need a new bag for summer? The Lena Crossbody Bag, a sleek and spacious option from Kate Spade Outlet, fits the bill and is only $65 for a limited time only. Shop it now while it’s 80% off.

Study Links Air Pollution and Pregnancy Risks at the Molecular Level

Scientists have found a link between exposure to PM2.5 and increased risk of various negative pregnancy outcomes from the molecular level.

A 500MW Wind Energy Plant Launches in Egypt

Renewable energy company AMEA Power has commissioned a 500-megawatt wind energy plant in Ras Ghareb, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt.

Design Your Dream Patio with These BHG x Walmart Patio Furniture Deals—Up to $300 Off

Summer is just around the corner, so it’s time to plan some cookouts and game nights. Get your patio summer-ready with the best BHG x Walmart patio outdoor furniture deals with savings of up to $300.

Scientists Develop Lower-Carbon Cement Alternative From Recycled Glass and Construction Waste

Scientists have found a way to turn industrial waste, such as recycled glass and construction waste, into a cement-free soil solidifier.

Agrivoltaic Farm Project in Virginia Hosts Solar, Sheep and 500,000 Bees

A 65-megawatt solar farm in Halifax County, Virginia shares space with grazing lambs and a 10-hive apiary, home to 500,000 bees.

Ziploc Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Microplastics Shedding Concerns

A new lawsuit says the “microwave safe” and “freezer safe” claims of Ziploc plastic bags are misleading, due to microplastics exposure.

10 Under-$40 Bird Baths That Actually Work at Bringing Feathered Friends to Your Yard

Whether you’re shopping for a trellis bird bath or a combination bird bath and feeder, Amazon has you covered with great deals. Complete your pollinator garden by shopping these 10 popular finds, starting at $8.

Sea Level Rise Could Drive ‘Catastrophic’ Inland Migration Even if Warming Is Limited to 1.5°C, Study Says

A new study warns that the amount of sea level rise that would come with 1.5°C of warming could still lead to "catastophic" inland migration.

Oceans Are Getting Darker, Shrinking the Livable Space for Marine Life, Study Finds

One-fifth of the world’s oceans, spanning around 75 million square kilometers, has been getting darker over the past 20 years.

Agricultural Soil Can Contain Microplastics at 23x Higher Concentrations Than What Oceans Hold, Study Says

Scientists have found that soil used for growing crops can contain up to 23 times more microplastics than the concentration found in oceans.

IEA Warns of Potential Shortages of Copper as Demand Increases For Renewables

The IEA forecasts a shortage copper and lithium over the next 10 years due to higher demand from the green energy transition.

Removal of Invasive Bullfrogs Leads to Increase of Native Pond Turtles in Yosemite, Study Finds

Removing invasive bullfrogs from ponds in Yosemite has allowed native western pond turtles to recover, UC Davis researchers have found.

More Than 1 in 4 Cars Sold Globally in 2025 Expected to Be EVs: IEA Report - EcoWatch

According to the International Energy Agency's Global EV Outlook 2025, about one in four cars sold worldwide this year will be electric.