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February 3, 2026

Measles exposure risk identified at major airport and theme park, health officials warn

Health officials warn of potential measles risk at LAX and Disneyland after international traveler's visit. Here's what to know about windows of exposure.

February 3, 2026

California approves controversial sharpshooter plan to eradicate invasive deer on Catalina Island

A controversial plan has been approved to remove Catalina Island’s invasive deer using ground-based shooters, following backlash against earlier proposals for aerial shooting.

February 2, 2026

Tuberculosis outbreak linked to prominent high school, officials investigating

Tuberculosis outbreak hits a San Franscisco high school, with 3 active TB cases and over 50 latent infections. Health officials require testing for all students and staff.

February 2, 2026

Tourist trampled to death by elephant in Thai national park

An elephant named Oyewan killed a third victim at Thailand national park, trampling 65-year-old tourist during morning walk, a park official said.

February 1, 2026

Massive great white shark detected by researchers off Mississippi coast in rare Gulf migration

A massive great white shark named Ernst is detected in an unusual location off the Mississippi coast, after first being tagged in Nova Scotia by researchers months ago.

February 1, 2026

Meningitis cases rise in major Midwestern city, prompting public health alert

Chicago health officials issue urgent alert after seven meningococcal disease cases, including two deaths. Know the symptoms and warning signs.

February 1, 2026

State's rare freeze gives residents and visitors green light to collect stunned invasive iguanas

Cold-stunned iguanas falling from trees during Florida's extreme freeze can now be collected permit-free and brought to wildlife offices for removal.

February 1, 2026

How long you’re contagious with the flu — and when it’s safe to go out

How long are you contagious with the flu? Experts say you can spread the virus for five to seven days after symptoms start, sometimes longer for children and adults.

February 1, 2026

Greenland offers tourists ice fjords and hot springs, plus flights from US airports

Greenland, the world's largest island, offers tourists an arctic escape with ice fjords, hot springs, wildlife and more. Discover Nuuk's museums, UNESCO sites and direct flights.

February 1, 2026

Escaped kangaroo blocks Virginia highway after being chased by hunting dogs, officials say

A kangaroo blocked traffic on a Virginia highway on Saturday before deputies safely captured the injured marsupial and returned it to its owner.