A report warns that Australia's endangered animals will increase because of wildfires
The wide-ranging report found the number of Australian species listed as threatened had increased since the 2016 report.
Environment
Heat torches Southern Europe, killing hundreds
Ferocious wildfires are burning in Spain and France, which evacuated thousands of people and scrambled water-bombing planes and firefighters. Officials and scientists cited climate change as a factor.
Europe could hit record-breaking temperatures this week
Europe is reeling from a massive heat wave, and temperatures could hit records this week across much of the continent.
Arizona cities respond to the worst drought in over a thousand years with a new plan
Cities in Arizona have started implementing state-required drought plans in response to the crisis on the Colorado River. The current drought is the worst in 1,200 years.
The Atlantic cod is coming back after strict catch limits greatly decreased numbers
Atlantic cod, a fish that was foundational to New England's economy, is being caught at historically low levels. But a research scientist says cod is in the early stages of a comeback.
Sharks mistaking feet for fish are likely behind Long Island attacks
A shark expert said the likely culprits behind the Long Island incidents are juvenile sand tiger sharks, which may accidentally bite humans while chasing fish.
Biden urges Democrats to pass slim health care bill after Manchin nixes climate action
West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin's vote is key in the evenly divided Senate, and he already rejected President Biden's larger spending package in December.
Sen. Joe Manchin pulled the plug on major spending to address climate change
Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., dashed Democrats' hopes of major climate spending in the budget reconciliation. Here's what that means for the country's ability to bring down carbon emissions.
Noah Wilson-Rich: How city habitats help honeybees to thrive
On a rooftop garden in the middle of Manhattan, honeybee colonies are flourishing. Biologist Noah-Wilson Rich explains how collecting data from honeybee hives can help ensure a healthy future for all.
A woodpecker's brain takes a big hit with every peck: study
A new study refutes the popular idea that a woodpecker's brain is cushioned from the violent impacts of pecking. It offers a different reason the birds avoid brain damage.