What caused the 2023 Canada wildfires?
The first six weeks of Canada's 2023 wildfire season put it on track to be its most destructive in history.
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This orange lobster is a "one-in-30 million" find, experts say
The University of New England is also home to a blue lobster named Blueberry, a large lobster named Larry, and a famous yellow lobster, named Banana.
Scientists claim evidence that our distant relatives buried their dead
The lead scientist tells CBS News that the discoveries his team is making in the Rising Star cave system may force us to rethink "what it means to be human."
Sailing race takes competitors around the world while collecting climate data
The boats go where few scientific missions travel, making the data they collect especially valuable.
Scientists find potential predator that can kill spotted lanternflies
Authorities have urged people to do whatever they can to stop the invasive species known as the spotted lanternfly from spreading.
Multiple rare sightings of wolverine in California confirmed
In the last century, only two wolverines were spotted in California.
South Dakota zoo welcomes litter of "critically endangered" red wolves
A litter of six red wolf pups, a highly endangered species of which there are only about two dozen in the wild, was born at the Great Plains Zoo in South Dakota on Thursday.
Ancient mastodon tooth found by jogger on California beach
The massive fossil once belonged to an ancient elephant-like creature dating back to the Ice Age.
Are orcas coordinating attacks on boats?
Killer whales could be learning to attack small boats. Scientists are warning about an increase in what appear to be coordinated attacks by orcas on several vessels off the coast of Europe. One boat had to be abandoned and left to sink in the Strait of Gibraltar. Jeff Corwin, a biologist and wildlife conservationist, has more.
One-third of Florida properties at risk of severe flooding, but some residents unaware
Florida is one of 21 states with no requirements to disclose flood risks to home buyers, according to a nonprofit organization.
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Government shutdown begins as lawmakers fail to reach deal to extend funding
The first government shutdown in nearly seven years began at midnight after lawmakers failed to reach a deal on extending funding.
These hospitals face major flood risk. Experts say Trump is making it worse.
Hospitals across the U.S. are at risk of significant flooding, and climate experts warn that the Trump administration's cuts leave the nation less prepared.
Judge finds Trump admin. unconstitutionally targeted pro-Palestinian students
A judge gave a blistering assessment of the Trump administration's efforts to go after international students who expressed pro-Palestinian views on college campuses.
Judge removes Trump-appointed top Nevada prosecutor as "not validly serving"
A judge ruled Tuesday that the top federal prosecutor in Nevada is not serving legally in the role — marking the second time that a judge has partially sidelined one of the Trump administration's prosecutors.
Trump administration to defund federal watchdog council
Two GOP senators are raising questions about the defunding of the Council of Inspectors General.
White House withdraws E.J. Antoni nomination to lead Bureau of Labor Statistics
E. J. Antoni was nominated for the role in August, after President Trump fired former BLS Commissioner Erika McEntarfer.
Why is the government shut down? Here's what's behind the funding lapse
The government shut down Wednesday after lawmakers failed to reach an agreement to extend government funding.
Video shows several houses along Outer Banks collapsing into Atlantic Ocean
The homes, once propped on high stilts, collapsed in the afternoon in Buxton, a community on one of a string of islands that make up the Outer Banks.
Nicole Kidman files for divorce from Keith Urban, citing "irreconcilable differences"
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have been married since 2006 and have two daughters together.