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Health February 17, 2025

Flu cases are highest in these US states: See the map

The U.S. is in peak flu season, as the CDC releases a map of influenza activity across the country. See which states are at the highest risk of flu activity.

VIDEO February 17, 2025

California emergency crews rescue 16-year-old from 50-foot-deep mineshaft

Video shows emergency crews in Placer County, California, rescued a 16-year-old from a 50-foot-deep mineshaft. (Credit: CAL FIRE NEU /TMX)

Health February 17, 2025

Bird flu vaccine gets ‘conditional license’ from USDA, company announces

A New Jersey pharmaceutical company has received a “a conditional license" for its bird flu vaccine for use in chickens. An infectious diseases expert comments.

New Hampshire February 16, 2025

'Unwanted hitchhiker' found in grocery store's banana shipment 'a first' for conservation agency

A mildly venomous snake was reportedly found in a banana shipment at the Market Basket grocery store in Manchester, New Hampshire, over the weekend.

Florida February 16, 2025

Florida biologists capture heaviest panther ever recorded in the Sunshine State

Florida biologists captured the heaviest panther ever recorded in the state as part of a research program into the endangered animal's movements.

Travel February 15, 2025

Animal collection across 3 states to offer unique science, travel opportunities

The Brockhouse Collection, one of the most comprehensive collections of taxidermy in the Midwest, will be donated to three institutions, where precautions will be taken for safe public viewing.

Sharks February 15, 2025

American tourists felt 'nudge' before shark attack at popular Bahamas resort

Two American tourists shared their near-death experience after surviving a shark attack while swimming at a luxe Bahamas resort during their winter retreat to warm weather.

Digital Originals February 15, 2025

Colorado ranchers want Trump's help fighting back against urban interference in rural communities

As some Colorado ranchers appeal to President Donald Trump for help stopping wolf reintroduction, another group hopes to send the matter back to the voters.

Arizona February 14, 2025

Bird flu found in Arizona dairy cattle milk after being first detected in neighboring Nevada

Bird flu has been detected in Arizona dairy cattle milk, and a dairy farm has been placed under quarantine as a precaution, according to officials.

Travel Safety February 13, 2025

Safari operator sued after New Jersey woman mauled to death by a hippo

The husband of a New Jersey woman who was mauled to death by a charging hippopotamus during their African safari is suing a U.S.-based tour company for negligence.

South America February 13, 2025

'I thought I was dead': Kayaker gets swallowed by humpback whale in dramatic moment caught on camera

A kayaker is lucky to be alive after being swallowed by a humpback whale off the coast of Chilean Patagonia and getting spit out by the leviathan.